Ariens String Trimmer Specifications Page 1

Owner/Operator ManualManuel Du Propriétaire/UtilisateurModel986101 – EdgerPrecision Edge03818800B 2/09Printed in USAENGLISHFRANÇAIS

GB - 10Cutting Angle AdjusterControls the cutting angle of the blade for decorative edging.1. Push the lever forward to unlock the head and then rotat

GB - 11Front Wheel AdjusterPositions the front wheel on the axle to balance the unit when working along curbs or other uneven terrain.NOTE: Make sure

GB - 12Oil Drain PlugOil drain plug provides a convenient location to drain oil. 1. Place a pan under the opening in the unit frame, remove the plug,

GB - 13TRANSPORTING UNITALWAYS shut off engine, and close fuel shut-off valve or drain fuel when transporting unit on a truck or trailer. Tie unit dow

GB - 14Blade Change1. Stop engine, wait for all moving parts to stop and hot parts to cool. Make sure the engine shut off switch is in the off positio

GB - 15Oil 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 - 16TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine Won’t Start1. Engine start switch turned off.2. Fuel tank empty.3. Blade engaged.1. Turn

GB - 17SPECIFICATIONSModel 986101Description EdgerEngine Subaru OHC SP170Displacement - in3 (cc)10 (169)Fuel Capacity - gal. (L) .90 (3.4)Engine Oil -

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GB - 2SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4ASSEMBLY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . .

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GB - 3• Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here.• Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here.PRODUCT REGISTRATIONThe Ariens dealer must register th

GB - 4Before Attempting To Operate Your Unit:1. Make sure all assembly has been properly completed.2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in th

GB - 5SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONSALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure 2 for Safety Decal locations.1. Danger! 2. Danger!Em

GB - 6Replace faulty silencers.Before using, always visually inspect to see that the blades, blade bolts and cutter assembly are not worn or damaged.

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