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PRODUCT REGISTRATION

The Ariens dealer must register the product 
at the time of purchase. Registering the 
product will help the company process 
warranty claims or contact you with the latest 
service information. All claims meeting 
requirements during the limited warranty 
period will be honored, whether or not the 
product registration card is returned. Keep a 
proof of purchase if you do not register your 
unit.

Customer Note:

 If the dealer does not 

register your product, please fill out, sign, and 
return the product registration card to Ariens.

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT 
PARTS

Use only Ariens replacement parts. The 
replacement of any part on this unit with 
anything other than an Ariens authorized 
replacement part may adversely affect the 
performance, durability, and safety of this unit 
and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims 
liability for any claims or damages, whether 
warranty, property damage, personal injury or 
death arising out of the use of unauthorized 
replacement parts. To locate your nearest 
Ariens Dealer, go to www.ariens.com on the 
internet.

DELIVERY

Customer Note:

 If you have purchased this 

product without complete assembly and 
instruction by your retailer, it is your 
responsibility to:

Read and understand all assembly 
instructions in this manual. If you do not 
understand or have difficulty following 
the instructions, contact your nearest 
Ariens Dealer for assistance. To locate 
your nearest Ariens Dealer, go to 
www.ariens.com on the internet.

Before Attempting To Operate Your 
Unit:

1. Make sure all assembly has been 

properly completed.

2. Understand all Safety Precautions 

provided in the manuals.

3. Review control functions and operation 

of the unit. Do not operate the unit 
unless all controls function as described 
in this manual.

4. Review recommended lubrication, 

maintenance and adjustments.

5. Review Limited Warranty Policy.
6. Fill out a product registration card and 

return the card to the Ariens Company or 
go to www.ariens.com.

DISCLAIMER 

Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, 
change, and improve its products at any time 
without notice or obligation to the purchaser. 
The descriptions and specifications contained 
in this manual were in effect at printing. 
Equipment described within this manual may 
be optional. Some illustrations may not be 
applicable to your unit.

Figure 1

1. Unit Serial Number Label
2. Engine Serial Number Label

1

2

WARNING: 

Improper assembly 

or adjustments can cause serious 
injury. 

Summary of Contents for 986101

Page 1: ...Owner Operator Manual Manuel Du Propri taire Utilisateur Model 986101 Edger 986103 Edger Lawn Edger 03818800F 11 10 Printed in USA ENGLISH FRAN AIS...

Page 2: ...our votre quipement Les manuels imprim s dans des langues diff rentes de l anglais sont galement disponibles en t l chargement gratuit sur notre site Web http www ariens com THE MANUAL Before operatio...

Page 3: ...uct without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer it is your responsibility to Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual If you do not understand or have difficulty fol...

Page 4: ...ntrol and tip over accidents Operation on all slopes requires extra caution Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Never assume that children will remain w...

Page 5: ...ar and long trousers Thoroughly inspect the surface where the equipment is to be used and remove all stones sticks wires bones and other foreign objects Replace faulty silencers Before using always vi...

Page 6: ...ear or under rotating parts Always switch off the electric motor and disconnect from main or stop the fuel powered engine before clearing blockages before checking cleaning or working on the blade s a...

Page 7: ...to the cutting depth adjuster with two hairpins Check Engine Oil 1 Fill engine crankcase with oil See engine manual Check Engine Fuel 1 Fill fuel tank DO NOT OVERFILL See Check Engine Fuel on page 7...

Page 8: ...tting Angle Adjuster 4 Blade 5 Oil Fill Dipstick 6 Front Wheel Adjuster 7 Oil Drain Plug 8 Engine Shut Off Switch 9 Recoil Starter 10 Fuel Shut Off 11 Rear Wheel Height Adjuster 12 Choke 13 Throttle C...

Page 9: ...Controls how deeply the blade cuts into grass 1 Pull the lever slightly to disengage the lock pin from the bracket and then pull the lever back to raise the cutting head and cut a shallower groove 2...

Page 10: ...e engine or engaging the blades Front Wheel Adjuster Figure 8 Positions the front wheel on the axle to balance the unit when working along curbs or other uneven terrain NOTE Make sure the front wheel...

Page 11: ...fuel shut off valve for transporting servicing or storing the unit 2 Pull the lever up to open the fuel shut off valve for operating the unit Engine Shut Off Switch 1 Set the engine shut off switch to...

Page 12: ...l system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate resulting in gum deposits in the system These deposits can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses filter and tank Prevent deposits...

Page 13: ...1 Set the rear wheel to the appropriate height and the front wheel to appropriate location on the axle for the job 2 Set the blade angle required for the job 3 Start the engine with the cutting head i...

Page 14: ...ed edge on page 10 and Front Wheel Adjuster on page 10 Check Edger Blade and Mounting Hardware Make sure the blade is free of nicks broken ends thinned metal or other damage Make sure the hardware is...

Page 15: ...hardware 5 Remove the belt from the front cutter pulley and from the engine pulley NOTE The belt is spring loaded Push the cutter head back towards the engine to slacken and remove belt 6 Install a n...

Page 16: ...Storage Follow all instructions under Short Term Storage Store in a clean dry area Drain fuel from fuel tank Refer to Engine Manual for the proper engine storage procedures Touch up all scratched or c...

Page 17: ...Won t Rotate 1 Loose or damaged belt 2 Seized bearings 3 Sliding shaft seized 1 Replace belt 2 Replace blade bearings 3 Lubricate the sliding pivot shaft Wheels Squeak 1 Bushings dry 1 Lubricate the...

Page 18: ...ement in3 cc 10 169 136 Fuel Capacity gal L 90 3 4 71 2 7 Engine Oil oz L 20 0 60 See Engine Manual for Type Blade 9 Blade Cutting Positions 4 Cutting Angle 70 180 degrees Length in cm 44 75 113 7 Wid...

Page 19: ...wn mowers labeled or designated by Ariens as a Professional Commercial prod uct put to any business use agricultural commercial or industrial are warranted to the original pur chaser to be free from d...

Page 20: ...es brushes headlights light bulbs knives cutters Any misuse alteration improper assembly improper adjustment neglect or accident which requires repair is not covered by this warranty Disclaimer Ariens...

Page 21: ...amount of time not to exceed 30 days If you have a question regarding your warranty coverage you should contact Ariens Company Technical Service Center at 1 920 756 2141 DEFECTS WARRANTY REQUIREMENTS...

Page 22: ...is article The manufacturer issuing the warranty will not be liable under this Article to warrant failures of warranted parts caused by the use of an add on or modified part Evaporative Emission Warra...

Page 23: ...Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 920 756 4688 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com...

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