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String Trimmer
Owner/Operator Manual
Manuel du Propriétaire/Utilisateur
E10
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or
10% MTBE will void the product warranty.
L'utilisation d'une essence contenant plus de 10%
d'éthanol (E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie.
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
Model
946154 – String Trimmer
(SN 000101 +)
04825600
•
10/14
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 Owner/Operator Manual Manuel du Propriétaire/Utilisateur Model 946154 – String Trimmer (SN 000101 +) The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or 10% MTBE will void the product warranty. L’utilisation d’une essence contenant plus de 10% d’éthanol (E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ENGINE MANUAL PRODUCT REGISTRATION The engine on this unit is covered by a The Ariens dealer must register the product at separate manual specific to the engine. This the time of purchase. Registering the product manual is included in the literature package will help the company process warranty claims that shipped with the unit.
  • Page 3 Ariens Dealer for assistance. NOTICE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, go to www.ariens.com on the internet. WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments can cause serious injury. Before attempting to operate your unit: 1.

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING If unit is to be used by someone other than Look for these symbols to point original purchaser, loaned, rented or sold, out important safety ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed precautions. They mean: safety training before operation.
  • Page 5 Know the work area. Stay alert for holes, rocks, rough terrain and hidden hazards. Do not operate when children or Keep away from drop-offs, ditches, or others are around. embankments that could cause operator to lose footing or control of unit. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating Remove objects that could be along streets or curbs.
  • Page 6 ALWAYS keep trimmer head in contact with or federal laws. A spark arrestor, if used, must the ground while operating. be maintained in effective working order by the operator. See your Ariens Dealer or engine Take all possible precautions when leaving manufacturer’s service center. unit unattended.
  • Page 7 See engine manual for proper storage. DO NOT store unit inside a building with fuel in the fuel tank where any ignition sources are present. Use only accessories which have been approved by Ariens and are properly installed. EN - 7...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Handlebar Assembly WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read 1. Loosen handlebar wing knobs. Do not and understand the entire Safety remove them. section before proceeding. 2. Unfold handlebar to operating position. NOTE: Adjust handlebar to a height TOOLS REQUIRED comfortable for the operator. Be sure cable is clear of pinch points.

  • Page 9: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 4 1. Trimmer Head 9. Oil Dipstick and Cap 2. Trimmer Line 10. Fuel Tank and Cap 3. Upper Handlebar 11. Debris Screen 4. Lower Handlebar 12. Air Cleaner 5. Control Bail 13. Swivel Head Lock 6.

  • Page 10: Operation

    OPERATION CONTROLS AND FEATURES FILLING FUEL TANK See Figure 4 for all Controls and Features locations. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand entire Safety section before proceeding. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Add fuel to fuel tank as needed. See your Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel.
  • Page 11 • Use of any gasoline other than those Stopping the Engine approved above will void the engine 1. Release control bail so that trimmer head warranty. If the pumps are not marked for stops rotation. Wait until rotating parts stop the content of alcohol or ethers, check completely before leaving operator’s ethanol and MTBE levels with the fuel...

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Service Performed Intervals (Hours) Each Wood Block Check Fasteners • Figure 5 Check Trimmer Lines • Check Control Bail • CHECK FASTENERS Operation Check Engine Oil •...
  • Page 13 CHECK SPARK PLUG See Engine Manual for specific information on checking, cleaning, and changing the spark plug. CHANGE ENGINE OIL Change the engine oil after the first 2 hours of use, then every 25 hours or every season, whichever comes first. Oil should be changed when engine is warm.

  • Page 14: Service And Adjustments

    See Figure 6. Replace the trimmer line when it extends less than 4 inches (10.2 cm) from cutter disk. For best results, use only genuine Ariens replacement trimmer line. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the spark plug wire and place it securely away from the spark plug.
  • Page 15 1. Raise the cutter head off the ground. 3. Rotate the back of the unit in the opposite direction of the side you wish to cut with. 2. Loosen and remove capscrew, lock washer and washer. 4. Tighten wing knob securely. 3.
  • Page 16 DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT See Figures 11 and 12. 1. Engine sheave belt fingers 2. Engine sheave 3. Idler 4. Idler belt finger 5. V-belt 6. Jackshaft pulley belt fingers 7. Jackshaft pulley Figure 12 To remove the old belt: 1. Six hex washer head screws 1.
  • Page 17 3. Remove the six (6) hex washer head screws and the trimmer shield. 4. Remove the four (4) hex washer head screws on the top side of the frame. The jackshaft assembly, belt fingers and jackshaft spacers will now be loose. 5.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect spark plug wire. start or runs 2. Fuel tank empty. 2. Add fuel to the fuel tank. poorly. 3. Throttle control lever not in 3. See Engine Manual. correct position.

  • Page 19: Storage

    Diameter – in. (cm) 5/32 (0.40) of ignition. SERVICE PARTS Be sure to always use genuine Ariens parts to keep your String Trimmer running like new. Part No. Qty Description 07236900 Drive Belt...

  • Page 20: Warranty

    ® ® Sno-Thro , Sno-Tek Chore Performing Equipment Limited Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely, Parker, and Countax ® ® brand chore performing equipment (including Sno-Thro and Sno-Tek equipment) purchased on or after 1/1/2013 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
  • Page 21 Register the product immediately at the time of sale. If the dealer does not register the product, the customer must complete the product registration card in the literature package and return it to Ariens Company, or register the unit online at www.ariens.com, www.gravely.com, www.countax.com or www.parkersweeper.com.
  • Page 22 Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Parts that are not genuine Ariens, Gravely, Parker or Countax service parts are not covered by this warranty and may void the warranty. • Damages resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory, or attachment which is not approved by the Ariens Company for use with product(s) identified herein are not covered by this warranty.
  • Page 24 Ariens 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110 920-756-4688 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com www.ariens.com.au...

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