Gravely Rapid M 985403, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...ENGLISH 08615600A 4 09 Printed in USA ENGLISH FRAN AIS Owner Operator Manual Manuel Du Propri taire Utilisateur Model 985403 Rapid M...

Page 2: ...t disponibles chez votre revendeur Rendez vous chez votre revendeur ou allez sur le site www ariens com pour consulter la liste des langues disponibles pour votre quipement Les manuels imprim s dans d...

Page 3: ...whether regarding warranty property damage personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts NOTE To locate your nearest Gravely dealer go to www gravely com on the int...

Page 4: ...nted or sold ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal l...

Page 5: ...docks ramps or floors Avoid uneven work areas and rough terrain Avoid slippery surfaces ALWAYS be sure of your footing Keep a firm hold on the handlebar Walk NEVER run DO NOT operate on wet grass 0867...

Page 6: ...ing parts Keep children and people away from unit during operation Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area Always provide good ventilation When operat...

Page 7: ...uel such equipment on a trailer with a 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...

Page 8: ...and all other components from shipping container Open bypass valve see Hydraulic Bypass Valve on page 13 Push unit from container onto a level surface Close bypass valve Install Tires Safely raise and...

Page 9: ...t the proper equipment and experience to perform the job Do not inflate the tires above the recommended pressure Do not weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly Heat can cause an increase in air pressur...

Page 10: ...5 Operator Presence Lever 6 Parking Brake Clutch Lever 7 Fuel Shut Off Valve 8 Recoil Starter Handle 9 Choke Control 10 Handlebar Height Adjuster 11 Hydraulic Bypass Valve 12 Handlebar 13 PTO Shaft 1...

Page 11: ...h is disengaged OPERATION WARNING AVOID INJURY Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding WARNING Safety interlock system failure and improper operation of unit can result in death or...

Page 12: ...take off PTO switch engages and disengages the PTO Pull the power take off PTO switch to On position to engage 2 Push the power take off PTO switch to Off position to disengage 1 IMPORTANT The engine...

Page 13: ...ated prior to engaging the PTO Installing Attachments NOTE Some attachments will require the two wheel tractor attachment adaptor kit 78510700 1 Clean dirt and debris from the attachment and PTO socke...

Page 14: ...reset push in the PTO switch and then pull the PTO switch to engage the PTO IMPORTANT With the parking brake clutch disengaged the engine must not start and the engine must shut off if the operator re...

Page 15: ...efficiency Should engine service be required it can be obtained from a Gravely Dealer or the engine manufacturer s authorized service center Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit The follow...

Page 16: ...ee SPECIFICATIONS on page 19 for correct tire pressure Clean Unit Clean unit of dirt and debris Do not use solvents hard cleaners or abrasives NOTE Protect painted surfaces with automotive type wax Fo...

Page 17: ...storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel Follow the recommended mix ratio found on the fuel stabilizer container To treat the fuel system for storage 1 Add fuel stabilizer Ariens part n...

Page 18: ...operator presence lever 2 Release parking brake clutch lever 3 Reset PTO by pushing in the PTO switch and then pulling out on the switch Unit does not drive 1 Parking brake clutch engaged 2 Transmiss...

Page 19: ...d Maximum mph km h 4 6 5 Reverse Maximum mph km h 2 3 Brakes Mechanical Parking Brake Electrical Starter Recoil Power Take Off Electric PTO Clutch Fuel Fuel Type Refer to Engine Manual Transmission Ty...

Page 20: ...labor will be provided free of charge for as long as the original purchaser owns the product Three Year Limited Warranty on Deck Spindles Mower deck spindles are warranted to the original purchaser f...

Page 21: ...mproper adjustment neglect or accident which requires repair is not covered by this warranty This warranty applies only to products purchased in the United States including Puerto Rico and Canada In a...

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