Questions and Answers for Ariens A20KA46 46 in. 20 HP KOHLER Automatic Gas Front-Engine Riding Mower

A:  Hi Ed. You can find user manuals and operations guides on the Ariens website at: http://ariens.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/15/related/1/session/L3RpbWUvMTQ3OTc1MDI4MC9zaWQvZnc2elBkNG4%3D

A:  Ed, the grass catcher connects to the deck with a plastic, molded boot that hooks on with a bungee type strap and then the bagger frame attaches to the back of the mower frame with included hardware. The instructions come with the bagger for this unit, part number 73602000.

A:  You can obtain a parts manual by going to www.ariens.com and scroll to the bottom of the page. Click on "Manuals" in the 3rd column. This will bring you to an instructional site and then you can click on "Click Here to Download Manuals" and enter the 936xxx model number and the last 6 digits of the serial number. This will give you the correct manual for your machine. If you have further questions, please see your local authorized servicing dealer: www.ariensstore.com/locator

A:  The replacement oil and air filters are available through Kohler, the engine manufacturer, based on the engine model number.

A:  Bear, For replacement parts please contact your local service dealership. For assistance in locating a dealership in your area please use the Ariens Website.

A:  Please visit you local Home Depot store or go online and look for Model # 58461980

A:  The battery is a 12 volt 30 amp battery. I would recommend using a minimum of 230 cold cranking amps. Most battery stores will charge you a core charge on batteries. I would suggest bringing the old battery in when you replace it. This will make sure that you get the correct size battery but also may save you the additional core charge.

A:  I'm sure there is a charging system that should keep the battery charged as the tractor is running. There is no gauge to show that the charging system is in fact working. The starter could also be the problem if it is not cranking the engine as it should.

A:  Yes, the engine does have an alternator to recharge the battery while the mower is running.

A:  This tractor has a mow in reverse feature. If your key is set in the mow in reverse feature you can mow while in the reverse position. If the key is not set in the proper position, the unit will stall as you have indicated. The is a picture icon on the dashboard next to the key that indicates the mow in reverse position. The unit should be able to go forward and reverse in any position as long as the blade is not engaged.

A:  Make sure you have the ignition key in the correct position. It has to be in the position next to off to be able to go in reverse with the blade engaged. The engine will shutdown if it is not there. If that does not correct the problem, you may have a safety switch that is not engaging properly.

A:  This tractor has a mow in reverse feature. If your key is set in the mow in reverse feature you can mow while in the reverse position. If the key is not set in the proper position, the unit will stall as you have indicated. The is a picture icon on the dashboard next to the key that indicates the mow in reverse position. The unit should be able to go forward and reverse in any position as long as the blade is not engaged.

A:  The transmission is designed to move a total weight of 770 pounds including the weight of the machine.

A:  I'm not exactly sure of your question -- I am not aware of a weight limit, however, must say I have not read the operator's manual in detail.