Ariens Classic LM 21 Owners Manual - Page 11

OPERATION CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 4 for locations. WARNING: Improper operation can lead to injury. Learn what the controls do and how they work. Thoroughly read and understand entire Operator Manual. Handlebar Adjust handlebar to a safe and comfortable height. See HANDLEBAR HEIGHT on page 20. Recoil Starter Handle When pulled, handle will turn engine over. CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CAUTION: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Engine/Blade Control CAUTION: Check function of Engine/Blade Control regularly. Improper function of control could cause injury. DANGER: Avoid injury from rotating blade. ALWAYS shut off engine before adjusting cutting height. CAUTION: On self-propelled models, both rear wheels must be set at same height or traction drive may not work properly. The engine/blade control must be held against the handlebar to start the engine and blade. Engine/blade control feature on mower stops engine and blade within 3 seconds whenever operator releases handlebar. Check this feature frequently. If feature fails to operate, disconnect spark plug wire and adjust or have it repaired before using unit. STOP START and RUN GB - 11