Ariens 986501 Operator's Manual page 14

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 rolls on the
work surface.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the cutting blade
will not contact wheel before starting the
engine.
1. With the engine shut off, remove the pin
from the axle and position the front
wheel on the right or left side of the axle
as needed, and secure in position with
the hair pin.
Position the wheel away from the blade
when bevel cutting or trimming.
Position the wheel nearer the blade for
edging.
Position wheel away from the blade
for bevel cutting or trimming.
Position wheel nearer the blade
for edging.
Pin
EN - 10
Bushings
Bushings
Figure 8
Pin