Ariens 946150 – ST622 CARB Owner's/Operator's Manual

Ariens 946150 – ST622 CARB Owner's/Operator's Manual

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String Trimmer
Owner/Operator Manual
Model
946150 – ST622 CARB
ENGLISH
01284000 11/07
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 String Trimmer Owner/Operator Manual Model 946150 – ST622 CARB ENGLISH 01284000 11/07 Printed in USA...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Manuals in languages other than English may position and facing the direction of forward be obtained from your Dealer. Visit your dealer travel. or www.ariens.com for a list of languages available for your equipment. MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS Manuals printed in languages other than...
  • Page 3: Safety

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION • Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual. If you do not The Ariens dealer must register the product at understand or have difficulty following the the time of purchase. Registering the product instructions, contact your nearest Ariens will help the company process warranty claims Dealer for assistance.
  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    1. DANGER! TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be Read the Operator’s Manual. used to alert against unsafe practices. OL1801 NOTATIONS NOTE: General reference information for Always wear protective proper operation and maintenance practices.
  • Page 5 Walk, NEVER run. dangerous projectile. Use only flexible, non- Whenever operator releases control on metallic line recommended by Ariens. handlebar, trimmer head must stop. Check this ALWAYS keep trimmer head in contact with feature frequently. If feature fails to operate, the ground while operating.
  • Page 6 A spark arrestor, if used, must instructions when servicing engine. be maintained in effective working order by the Check all hardware at regular intervals, operator. See your Ariens Dealer or engine especially trimmer head attachment bolts. manufacturer’s service center. Keep all hardware properly tightened.
  • Page 7: 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 8: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES OX0253 OX0251 OX0252 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.Primer Bulb 6. Throttle Control Lever 14.Swivel Head Lock 7.
  • Page 9: Operation

    OPERATION CONTROLS AND FEATURES FILLING FUEL TANK See Controls and Features on page 10. WARNING: EXPLOSIVE VAPORS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and FLAMMABLE FUEL can and understand the entire Safety result in serious injury or death. section before proceeding. Handle fuel with care. ALWAYS use an approved fuel container.
  • Page 10: Trimming Tips

    TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY TO TRAVEL TO ANOTHER WORK AREA To stop in an emergency, release control bail. When all moving parts have stopped, push When crossing driveways or bare areas, throttle control lever to stop. release the control bail to stop trimmer head rotation and push down slightly on the TO START AND SHUT OFF handlebar to lift the trimmer head off the...
  • Page 11: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Wood Block Maintenance Schedule Service Performed Intervals (Hours) Each Check Fasteners • Check Trimmer Lines • OX0261 Check Control Bail • Operation CHECK FASTENERS Check Engine Oil •...
  • Page 12: Service And Adjustments

    Replace the trimmer line when it extends less line to the same length. than 4 inches (10.2 cm) from cutter disk. For HANDLEBAR HEIGHT best results, use only genuine Ariens ADJUSTMENT replacement trimmer line. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving 1.
  • Page 13: Cutting Height Adjustment

    CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT HEIGHT GUIDE REPLACEMENT The standard cutting height is adjustable from The height guide requires periodic 1-3/16" to 4-3/8" (3 to 11.1 cm). To raise the replacement. When used on hard surfaces, cutting height, place more spacers (up to 4) such as concrete, it may need to be replaced below the cutter disk.
  • Page 14: Drive Belt Replacement

    CONTROL BAIL TRAVEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT ADJUSTMENT Control Bail must disengage trimmer head as control is released. There should be a slight amount of slack in the control cable wire when bail is fully released. If the trimmer head does not disengage completely when the control bail is released, increase the amount of slack in the control cable wire as follows:...
  • Page 15 To remove the old belt: 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. 2. Place unit in service position (see Maintenance section). CAUTION: Before tipping unit, remove enough fuel so no spillage will occur.
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will 1. Spark plug wire disconnected. 1. Connect spark plug wire. not start or 2. Engine not primed 2. Prime engine. runs poorly 3. Fuel tank empty. 3. Add fuel to the fuel tank. 4.
  • Page 17: Storage

    22 (55.88) condition. in (cm) SERVICE PARTS Handlebars Max. 41.38 (105.11) Extended Height - in Be sure to always use genuine Ariens parts (cm) to keep your String Trimmer running like new. Minimum Folded 19.38 (49.23) Height - in (cm) Part no.
  • Page 18 (2) or workmanship, and repair or replace any years after the date of purchase, and that Ariens defective part, subject to the conditions, will repair any defect in material or workmanship, limitations and exclusions set forth herein.
  • Page 19: Warranty

    (12) months after the date of purchase. Ariens may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Ariens to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective.
  • Page 20 Ariens Company • 655 W. Ryan St. • ALW2-62905 Brillion, WI 54110-1072• (920) 756-2141 • www.ariens.com...
  • Page 21 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110-1072 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...

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