Product Manual

GB - 13
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See figure 4 for all controls and features
locations.
Safety Interlock System
Perform the following tests to ensure the
safety interlock system is working properly. If
the unit does not perform as stated contact
your Ariens dealer for repairs.
Ignition Switch
Operate ignition switch
with a removable key.
Ignition switch has three
positions: Stop (1),
Run (2), Start (3). See
STARTING AND
SHUTTING OFF
ENGINE on page 15 for
detailed instructions on
how to start engine.
Throttle Lever (915135)
Fast (1) – Increases engine
speed.
Slow (2) – Decreases engine
speed.
Choke Control (915135)
Push the choke lever
forward to start a cold
engine. Pull the choke
lever to the rear when the
engine gets warm.
Throttle Lever (915133)
Choke (1) – Use to start a cold
engine.
Fast (2) – Increases engine
speed.
Slow (3) – Decreases engine
speed.
Parking Brake
Engages (2) and
disengages (1) parking
brake.
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the entire
Safety section before proceeding.
WARNING: Safety interlock failure
and improper operation of unit can
result in death or serious injury.
Check system before each use to
make sure it is functioning
properly.
Test Steering Lever PTO Parking Brake Engine
1 Neutral Position Off Engaged Starts
2 Neutral Position On Engaged Doesn’t Start
3 Neutral Position Off Disengaged Doesn’t Start
4*+ Out of Neutral Position Off Disengaged Shuts Off
5*+ Neutral Position On Engaged Shuts Off
* Test with engine running.
+ Operator lifts off seat.
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