Ariens Classic LM 21 Owners Manual - Page 13

Speed Control (self-propelled models) Speed control rod changes the mower's forward travel speeds. Fast - Push rod all the way forward. Slow - Pull rod all the way rearward. Wheel Drive Control (self-propelled models) CAUTION: Unit will move forward at engine start if wheel drive control is engaged. ALWAYS release wheel drive control before starting unit. NOTE: Engine must be running for wheel drive to propel unit. To drive forward: Slowly squeeze and hold wheel drive control against handlebar. To stop: Release wheel drive control. Figure 7 Start mowing slowly and use speed control rod to gradually increase speed to a safe, comfortable walking pace. Speed control rod should hold the desired speed. If not, adjust speed control bell crank. (See SPEED CONTROL BELL CRANK on page 23.) STOP GO OM1240 Swivel Wheel Lock (911194) CAUTION: Avoid loss of control. Lock swivel wheels when mowing on a slope or hill. Do not mow on steep slopes. To hold wheel straight: 1. Push swivel wheel lock forward. 2. Push unit forward until wheel locks in place. To allow wheel to swivel: 1. Pull swivel wheel lock back. GB - 13