Owner/Operator ManualManuel Du Propriétaire/UtilisateurModel986101 – Edger986103 – EdgerLawn Edger03818800F 11/10Printed in USAENGLISHFRANÇAIS
GB - 10Cutting Angle Adjuster(Figure 7)Controls the cutting angle of the blade for decorative edging.1. Push the lever forward to unlock the head and
GB - 11Engine ControlsThrottle(Figure 9)Throttle controls engine speed. 1. Set the throttle to slow (turtle) to start the unit and when traveling betw
GB - 12Oil Drain Plug(Figure 10)Oil drain plug provides a convenient location to drain oil. 1. Place a pan under the opening in the unit frame, remove
GB - 13STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY1. Release the operator presence control lever.2. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operator’s posit
GB - 14IMPORTANT: Proper maintenance can prolong the life of unit. The following chart shows the recommended service schedule. Refer to the maintenanc
GB - 15Blade Change(Figure 11)1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and hot parts to cool. Make sure the engine shut off switch is in the
GB - 16Oil ChangeNOTE: Follow instructions provided in the engine owner’s manual.1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and hot parts to co
GB - 17TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine Won’t Start1. Engine start switch turned off.2. Fuel tank empty.3. Blade engaged.1. Turn
GB - 18SPECIFICATIONSModel 986101 986103Description EdgerEngine Subaru OHC SP170 LCTDisplacement - in3 (cc)10 (169)(136)Fuel Capacity - gal. (L) .90 (
Con_L&G_201119Two-Year Limited Lawn and Garden WarrantyThis warranty statement applies only to 21-Inch Walk Behind Lawn Mowers, Wide Area Walks, A
GB - 2SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . .
Con_L&G_201120To find an Ariens or Gravely authorized service representative, contact Ariens at:655 W. Ryan StreetBrillion, WI 54110(920) 756 - 46
CARB_EPA_201121 CALIFORNIA AND EPA (UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY) EVAPORATIVE EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENTYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS
CARB_EPA_201122(4.) Repair or replacement of any warranted part under the warranty provisions of this article must be performed at no charge to the ow
Ariens Company655 West Ryan StreetBrillion, WI 54110920-756-4688Fax 920-756-2407www.ariens.com
GB - 3PRODUCT REGISTRATIONThe Ariens dealer must register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the company process w
GB - 4SAFETY ALERTSThe safety alert symbol is used in decals and with this manual. Understand the safety message. It contains important information ab
GB - 51. Danger! 2. Danger!EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMThis equipment and/or its engine may include exhaust and evaporative emissions control system compon
GB - 6OperationDo not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can collect. Breathing exhaust fumes can be fatal.E
GB - 7Tools Required•1/2" Wrench• Needle Nose PliersUnpack UnitRemove unit and all other components from the shipping container. Push unit from c
GB - 81. Operator Presence Control2. Cutting Depth Adjuster3. Cutting Angle Adjuster4. Blade5. Oil Fill/Dipstick6. Front Wheel Adjuster7. Oil Drain Pl
GB - 9CONTROLS AND FEATURESSee Figure 4 for all controls and features locations.Operator Presence ControlPerform the following tests to ensure the saf
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