Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
GB - 2 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . . 8 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . 13 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . 14 STOR...
Page 4 - SAFETY
GB - 4 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....
Page 5 - SAFETY RULES; Training
GB - 5 SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure 2 for Safety Decal locations. 1. Danger! 2. Danger! Emission Control System Certification Label Tampering with emission controls and components by unauthorized personnel may result in severe fines or ...
Page 7 - Assemble Handlebars; Check Engine Oil; ASSEMBLY
GB - 7 Tools Required • 1/2" Wrench • Needle Nose Pliers Unpack Unit Remove unit and all other components from the shipping container. Push unit from container onto a level surface. Assemble Handlebars 1. Rotate handlebars into the operating position and secure with the bolts and lock nuts. 2. C...
Page 8 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES
GB - 8 1. Operator Presence Control2. Cutting Depth Adjuster3. Cutting Angle Adjuster4. Blade5. Oil Fill/Dipstick6. Front Wheel Adjuster7. Oil Drain Plug 8. Engine Shut Off Switch9. Recoil Starter 10. Fuel Shut Off 11. Rear Wheel Height Adjuster 12. Choke13. Throttle CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 4 1...
Page 9 - Operator Presence Control; OPERATION
GB - 9 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See figure 4 for all controls and features locations. Operator Presence Control Perform the following tests to ensure the safety interlock system is working properly. If the unit does not perform as stated contact your Ariens dealer for repairs. Engine must not start wit...
Page 10 - Cutting Angle Adjuster; Rear Wheel Height Adjuster
GB - 10 Cutting Angle Adjuster Controls the cutting angle of the blade for decorative edging. 1. Push the lever forward to unlock the head and then rotate it left or right to set the desired edging angle. NOTE: The head pivots from about 70 degrees to 180 degrees. IMPORTANT: Make sure the front whee...
Page 11 - Engine Controls
GB - 11 Front Wheel Adjuster 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 rolls on the work surface. IMPORTANT: Make sure the cutting blade will not contact wheel before starting the engine. 1. With the en...
Page 12 - Oil Drain Plug; FILLING FUEL TANK; Shutting Off the Engine; OPERATING EDGER
GB - 12 Oil Drain Plug Oil drain plug provides a convenient location to drain oil. 1. Place a pan under the opening in the unit frame, remove the plug, remove the oil fill cap/dipstick and allow the oil to drain completely. 2. Replace the plug and then fill engine with appropriate engine oil for you...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; Interval; Each Use; or Every
GB - 13 TRANSPORTING UNIT ALWAYS shut off engine, and close fuel shut-off valve or drain fuel when transporting unit on a truck or trailer. Tie unit down securely. Do not tie down by linkages, guards, cables or other parts that may be damaged. FOR BEST PERFORMANCE Whenever possible keep the wheels o...
Page 14 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 14 Blade Change 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 off position. 2. Block the blade with a wooden block.3. Remove the mounting hardware and blade from the unit. 4. Install the new blade with the original mounti...
Page 15 - STORAGE
GB - 15 Oil Change NOTE: Follow instructions provided in the engine owner’s manual. 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 off position. 2. Place an appropriate pan under the oil drain opening, and remove oil drain plug...
Page 16 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM; SERVICE PARTS; Qty
GB - 16 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine Won’t Start 1. Engine start switch turned off. 2. Fuel tank empty. 3. Blade engaged. 1. Turn switch on. See Starting the Engine on page 12. 2. Fill engine with appropriate fuel. See engine owner’s manual for fuel type and capacity. 3. ...
Page 17 - SPECIFICATIONS
GB - 17 SPECIFICATIONS Model 986101 Description Edger Engine Subaru OHC SP170 Displacement - in 3 (cc) 10 (169) Fuel Capacity - gal. (L) .90 (3.4) 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 (1...
Page 18 - Two-Year Limited Lawn and
ARIENS COMPANY GRAVELY ® | STENS ® | LOCKE ® | NATIONAL ® MOWER | BYNORM ® | EVERRIDE ® | GREAT DANE ® 2YRCON-200818 of 19 Two-Year Limited Lawn and Garden Walk Behind Warranty This warranty statement applies only to 21-Inch Walk Behind Lawn Mowers, Wide Area Walks, Super Striper Mowers, Tillers, St...
Page 19 - Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty
ARIENS COMPANY GRAVELY ® | STENS ® | LOCKE ® | NATIONAL ® | BYNORM ® | EVERRIDE ® | GREAT DANE ® Con_Walk_200819 of 19 Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Engines and engine accessories are covered only by the engine manufacturer’s warranty and are not covered by this warranty. • Parts...
