Ariens A160H22 - User Manual

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ARIENS ROTARY LAWN MOWER - - MODEL NUMBER A160H22 (96136600) (MFG. I.D. NO. 96146000800)
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TO ADJUST CUTTING HEIGHT Raise wheels for low cut and lower wheels for high cut, adjust cutting height to suit your requirements. Me di um position is best for most lawns. • To change cutting height, squeeze ad-
juster lever to ward wheel. Move wheel up or down to suit your re quire ments. Be sure all wheels are in the same setting.
NOTE: Adjuster is properly positioned when plate tab inserts into hole in lever. Also, 9-position adjusters (if so equipped) allow lever to be positioned between the plate tabs.
The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear
safety glasses or eye shields while oper- ating your lawn mower or performing any ad just ments or repairs. We recommend a standard safety glasses or wide vision safety mask worn over spectacles.
HOW TO USE YOUR LAWN MOWER ENGINE SPEED The engine speed was set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable. ENGINE ZONE CONTROL
CAUTION: Federal regulations re quire
an engine control to be installed on this lawn mower in order to minimize the risk of blade contact injury. Do not un der any circumstances attempt to de feat the func tion of the operator con trol. The blade turns when the engine is running. • Your lawn mower is equipped with an
operator pres ence control bar which requires the operator to be positioned behind the lawn mower handle to start and operate the lawn mower.
TO OPERATE DRIVE SYSTEM • To start forward motion, lift drive con-
trol bar up to handle.
• To stop forward motion, release drive
control bar.
IMPORTANT: Always keep drive control fully engaged against handle when in use.
LEVER BACKWARD TO LOWER MOWER LEVER FORWARD TO RAISE MOWER
Plate tab
Lever
DRIVE CONTROL ENGAGED
Operator pres ence con trol bar
DRIVE CONTROL DIS EN GAGED
TO ATTACH GRASS CATCH ER 1. Lift the rear door of the lawn mower
and place the grass catcher frame side hooks onto the door pivot pins.
2. The grass catcher is secured to the
lawn mower housing when the rear door is lowered onto the grass catch er frame.
CAUTION: Do not run your lawn
mower with out mulcher plate or plug, clip- ping de fl ec tor or approved grass catch er in place. Never at tempt to op er ate the lawn mower with the rear door re moved or propped open. TO EMPTY GRASS CATCH ER 1. Lift up on grass catcher using the
frame han dle.
2. Remove grass catcher with clip pings
from under lawn mower han dle.
3. Empty clippings from bag. NOTE: Do not drag the bag when emp- ty ing; it will cause unnecessary wear.
Pivot pins Rear
door
Grass
catcher
handle
Catcher frame hook

Summary

How to Use Your Lawn Mower

Engine Speed

Engine speed set at the factory for optimum performance. Speed is not adjustable.

Engine Zone Control

Federal regulations require an operator presence control to minimize blade contact injury.

To Operate Drive System

Instructions on starting and stopping forward motion by engaging and releasing the drive control bar.

Know Your Lawn Mower

Operating Controls and Symbols

Explanation of symbols and controls found on the lawn mower for safe operation and identification.

Before Starting Engine

Add Oil

Instructions for adding oil to the engine, including cautions about overfilling and checking level.

Add Gasoline

Instructions for adding gasoline, including fuel type, octane, and cautions about storage and open flames.

To Convert Mower

Rear Bagging

Steps to convert the mower for rear bagging by removing the mulcher plug and installing the grass catcher.

Side Discharging

Steps to convert the mower for side discharging by installing the discharge deflector.

Ariens A160H22 Specifications

General

Engine	Briggs & Stratton
Deck Material	Steel
Mulching Capability	Yes
Bagging Capability	Yes
Side Discharge Capability	Yes
Cutting Width	42 in
Drive Type	Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity	0.5 gallons
Blade Engagement	Manual
Wheel Size	8 inches