Ariens 936037, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...GEA TRACTO Operator Manual Models 936037 42 Gear Tractor __ _ ENGL SH 423924 Rev 2 12 01 08 Printed in USA...

Page 2: ...lades set parking brake stop engine and remove keys before dismounting Disengage blades when not mowing Shut off engine and wait for all parts to come to a complete stop before cleaning the machine re...

Page 3: ...portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle...

Page 4: ...FETY RULES CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Read and observe the safety rules Follow a regular schedule in maintaining caring for and using your tractor Follow the instructions under Maintenance and Stor age...

Page 5: ...teering Wheel Insert Steering Wheel L i _ Steering Wheel Adapter Steering Boot 1 Large Flat Washer 1 Hex Bolt Steering Extension Shaft 1 Lock Washer 1 Seat Seat 1 Washer 1 Knob Slope Sheet 1 Oil Drain...

Page 6: ...put into service after month and year indicated on label label is located between terminals charge battery for minimum of one hour at 6 10 amps See BATTERY in Maintenance section of this manual for ch...

Page 7: ...for best cutting performance Reduce tire pressure to PSI shown on tires CHECK DECK LEVELNESS For best cutting results mower housing should be prop erly leveled See TO LEVEL MOWER HOUSING in the Servi...

Page 8: ...rds which can result in death serious injury and or property damage t REVERSE FORWARD MOWER HEIGHT MOWER LiFT DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY KEEP AREA CLEAR SLOPE HAZARDS SEE SAFETY RULES SECTION DAN...

Page 9: ...Used for braking the tractor and starting the engine C PARKING BRAKE Locks clutch brake pedal into the brake position D THROTTLE CHOKE CONTROL Used for starting and controlling engine speed E ATTACHM...

Page 10: ...described above before leaving the operator s position to empty grass catcher etc TO USE THROTTLE CONTROL D See Fig 7 Always operate engine at full speed fast Operating engine at less than full speed...

Page 11: ...n gaged wh le mowing is strongly discouraged Turning the ROS ON to allow reverse operation with the attachment clutch engaged should only be done when the operator decides it is necessary to repositio...

Page 12: ...ine starts Do not run starter continuously for more than fifteen seconds per minute If the engine does not start after several attempts move throttle control to fast position wait a few minutes and tr...

Page 13: ...over items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence To receive full value from the warranty operator must maintain tractor as instructed in this manual Some adjustments will need to be...

Page 14: ...switch in the ROS ON position and the attachment clutch engaged any attempt by the operator to shift into reverse should NOT shut off the engine ROS ON POSITION ENGINE ON POSITION NORMAL OPERATING Fi...

Page 15: ...through oil fill dipstick tube Pour slowly Do not overfill For approximate capacity see Product Specifications section of this manual Use gauge on oil fill cap dipstick for checking level For accurate...

Page 16: ...sion arm A from chassis and rear lift link C from rear mower bracket D remove retainer springs and washers Go to other side of mower and disconnect the suspen sion arm and rear lift link CAUTION After...

Page 17: ...d retainer spring Repeat on opposite side of tractor FiG 19 Fig 20 Hook end of clutch cable spring Q into hole in idler arm R Push clutch cable housing guide P into bracket slide collar L onto guide a...

Page 18: ...th sides of mower position blade at side and measure the distance A from bottom edge of blade to the ground The distance should be the same on both sides Fig 23B 18 Recheck measurements adjust if nece...

Page 19: ...brake needs to be serviced Contact a qualified service center TO REPLACE MOTION BELT DRIVE See Fig 25 Park the tractor on level surface Engage parking brake For assistance there is a belt installation...

Page 20: ...pair tire and reassemble On rear wheels only align grooves in rear wheel hub and axle Insert square key Replace washers and snap retaining ring securely in axle groove Replace axle cover NOTE To seal...

Page 21: ...ABLE NEGATIVE BLACK CABLE Fig 30 TO REPLACE HEADLIGHT BULB Raise hood Pull bulb holder out of the hole in the backside of the grill Replace bulb in holder and push bulb holder securely back into the h...

Page 22: ...TIAL FUELSYSTEM PARTS SUCH AS CARBURETOR FUEL FILTER FUEL HOSE OR TANK DURING STORAGE ALSO EXPERIENCE INDICATES THAT ALCOHOL BLENDED FUELS CALLED GASOHOL OR USING ETHANOLOR METHANOL CAN ATTRACT MOISTU...

Page 23: ...Service Adjustments section 10 Contact an authorized service center department 1 Clean replace air filter 2 Replace spark plug 3 Recharge or replace battery 4 Replace fuel filter 5 Empty fuel tank and...

Page 24: ...y 4 Replace blade mandrel 1 Engine speed too slow 2 Travel speed too fast 3 Wet grass 4 Mower deck not level 5 Low uneven tire air pressure 6 Worn bent or loose blade 7 Buildup of grass leaves and tra...

Page 25: ...es greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Ho...

Page 26: ...material or workmanship of the main frame not the labor wilt be provided free of charge 90 Day Limited Warranty on Service Parts and Accessories Genuine Ariens or Gravely brand service parts and acce...

Page 27: ...ies contact place of purchase for warranty information Disclaimer Ariens may from time to time change the design of its products Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Ari...

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