Ariens Gravely 986102 User manual

Owner/Operator Manual

Manuel du Propriétaire/Utilisateur

Lawn Edger

04167200A 9/13

Printed in USA

ENGLISH

FRENCH

Models

986102 – Edger

(SN 000101+)

986104 – Edger

(SN 000101+)

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.

EN - 2

SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . . 8

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . 14

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . 15

STORAGE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

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THE MANUAL

Before operation of unit, carefully and

completely read your manuals. The contents

will provide you with an understanding of

safety instructions and controls during normal

operation and maintenance.

All reference to left, right, front, or rear are

given from operator seated in operation

position and facing the direction of forward

travel.

ENGINE MANUAL

The engine on this unit is covered by a

separate manual specific to the engine. This

manual is included in the literature package

that shipped with the unit. Refer to this

manual for engine service recommendations.

If the engine manual is not available, contact

the engine manufacturer for a replacement

manual.

MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS

When ordering replacement parts or making

service inquiries, know the Model and Serial

numbers of your unit and engine.

Numbers are located on the product

registration form in the unit literature

package.

They are printed on a serial number label,

located on the frame of your unit (Figure 1).

• Record Unit Model and Serial numbers

here.

• Record Engine Model and Serial

numbers here.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

EN - 3

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

The Gravely 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

return the product registration card to

Gravely.

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT

PARTS

Use only Gravely replacement parts. The

replacement of any part on this unit with

anything other than a Gravely authorized

replacement part may adversely affect the

performance, durability, and safety of this unit

and may void the warranty. Gravely 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

Gravely Dealer, go to www.Gravely.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

Gravely Dealer for assistance. To locate

your nearest Gravely Dealer, go to

www.Gravely.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

Gravely 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

WARNING: Improper assembly

or adjustments can cause serious

injury.

EN - 4

SAFETY ALERTS

The safety alert symbol is used in decals and

with this manual. Understand the safety

message. It contains important information

about personal safety.

NOTATIONS

NOTE: General reference information for

proper operation and maintenance practices.

IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or

information required to prevent damage to

unit or attachment.

SAFETY DECALS AND

LOCATIONS

ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety

Decals. Refer to Figure 2 for Safety Decal

locations.

SAFETY

WARNING: This cutting machine

is capable of amputating hands

and feet and throwing objects.

Failure to observe the safety

instructions in the manuals and

on decals could result in serious

injury or death.

Slopes are a major factor related

to loss-of-control 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

where you last saw them.

Gasoline is extremely flammable

and the vapors are explosive,

handle with care.

Disengage attachment, stop unit

and engine, remove key, engage

parking brake, and allow moving

parts to stop before leaving

operator’s position.

Look for these symbols to point

out important safety

precautions. They mean:

• Attention!

• Personal Safety Is

Involved!

• Become Alert!

• Obey The Message!

DANGER: IMMINENTLY

HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not

avoided, WILL RESULT in death

or serious injury.

WARNING: POTENTIALLY

HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not

avoided, COULD RESULT in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION: POTENTIALLY

HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not

avoided, MAY RESULT in minor

or moderate injury. It may also be

used to alert against unsafe

practices.

Figure 2

EN - 5

1. Danger!

2. Danger!

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

This equipment and/or its engine may include

exhaust and evaporative emissions control

system components required to meet U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

and/or California Air Resources Board

(CARB) regulations. Tampering with

emission controls and components by

unauthorized personnel may result in severe

fines or penalties. Emission controls and

components can only be adjusted by an

Ariens Company dealer or an authorized

engine manufacturer's service center.

Contact your Ariens Company equipment

retailer concerning emission controls and

component questions.

SAFETY RULES

Training

Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar

with the controls and the proper use of the

equipment.

Never allow children or people unfamiliar with

these instructions to use the edger. Local

regulations may restrict the age of the

operator.

Never edge while people, especially children,

or pets are nearby.

Keep in mind that the operator or user is

responsible for accidents or hazards

occurring to other people or their property.

Preparation

While edging, always wear eye and ear

protection, substantial foot wear, 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 visually inspect to see

that the blades, blade bolts and cutter

assembly are not worn or damaged. Replace

worn or damaged blades and bolts in sets to

preserve balance.

Use only manufacturer-recommended

replacement parts and accessories.

AVOID INJURY. Stay clear of

rotating parts.

Read owner/operator’s manual.

Always wear eye and hearing

protection.

Keep children and others away

from unit while operating.

Never direct discharge toward

other people. Thrown objects

can cause injury.

Always keep hands away from

rotating parts.

Always keep feet away from

rotating parts.

WARNING: Fuel is highly

flammable. Take the following

precautions:

1. Store fuel in containers

specifically designed for this

purpose.

2. Refuel outdoors only and do

not smoke while refuelling.

3. Add fuel before starting the

engine. Never remove the

cap of the fuel tank or add

fuel while the engine is

running or when the engine

is hot.

4. Avoid spillage: if fuel is

spilled, do not attempt to

start the engine but move

the machine away from the

area of spillage and avoid

creating any source of

ignition until fuel vapors

have dissipated.

5. Tighten all fuel tank and

container caps securely.

EN - 6

Operation

Do not operate the engine in a confined

space where dangerous carbon monoxide

fumes can collect. Breathing exhaust fumes

can be fatal.

Edge only in daylight or in good artificial light.

Always be sure of your footing on slopes.

Walk, never run.

Use extreme caution when reversing or

pulling the edger toward you.

Make sure the blade has stopped before

crossing surfaces other than grass and when

transporting the edger to and from the area to

be edged.

Never operate the edger with defective,

missing or incorrectly fitted guards.

Do not change the engine governor settings

or overspeed the engine.

Start the engine or switch on the motor

carefully according to instructions and with

feet well away from the blade(s).

Do not tilt when starting the engine or

switching on the motor, unless the edger has

to be tilted for starting. In this case, do not tilt

it more than absolutely necessary and lift only

the part which is away from the operator.

Do not start the engine when a bystander is

standing in front of the blade(s).

Do not put hands or feet near 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);

• after striking a foreign object: inspect the

blade(s) for damage and make repairs

before restarting and operating the

edger;

• if edger starts to vibrate abnormally

(check immediately).

Stop the engine:

• whenever you leave the edger;

• before refuelling.

Reduce the throttle setting during engine run-

out and, if the engine is provided with a shut-

off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of

edging.

Maintenance and storage

a. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to

be sure the equipment is in safe working

conditions.

b. Never store the equipment with petrol in

the tank inside a building where fumes

may reach an open flame or spark.

c. Allow the engine to cool before storing in

any enclosure.

d. To reduce the fire hazard, keep the

engine, silencer, battery compartment,

and petrol storage area free of grass,

leaves or excessive grease.

e. Replace worn or damaged parts.

f. If the fuel tank has to be drained, do this

outdoors.

g. Do not attempt to repair the machine

unless you are competent to do so.

h. Use only manufacturer-recommended

replacement parts and accessories.

EN - 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. Connect the depth control rod to the

cutting height lever and 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.

Check Safety Interlock System

See Operator Presence Control on page 9.

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: AVOID INJURY.

Read and understand the entire

Safety section before

proceeding.

Figure 3

WARNING: Safety interlock

failure and improper operation of

unit can result in death or serious

injury. Check system before each

use to make sure it is functioning

properly.

EN - 8

1. Operator Presence Control

2. Cutting Depth Adjuster

3. Cutting 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

CONTROLS AND FEATURES

Figure 4

EN - 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 Gravely dealer for repairs.

Engine must not start with the cutting depth

adjuster out of the neutral position.

With the engine running and the blade

engaged, the engine must shut off when the

operator presence control lever is released.

To Test:

With the engine off, set the depth adjuster

for a shallow cut. Try to start the engine

without holding the operator presence control

against the handlebar. The engine must not

start.

With the engine running, and the blades

engaged, release the operator presence

control. Engine must shut off.

Cutting Depth Adjuster

(Figure 5)

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. Pull the lever slightly to disengage the

lock pin from the bracket and then push

the lever forward to lower the head and

cut more deeply.

IMPORTANT: The depth adjuster also

engages and disengages the blade. It must

be in the neutral position to start the engine.

NOTE: Pull the lever all the way back to raise

the blades entirely when starting the unit,

traveling between work areas, transporting

the unit, for storage or for maintenance.

OPERATION

WARNING: AVOID INJURY.

Read and understand the entire

Safety section before

proceeding.

WARNING: Safety interlock

failure and improper operation of

unit can result in death or serious

injury. Check system before each

use to make sure it is functioning

properly.

Lockadjusterinthis

position to start the

edger.

Push depth adjuster

forward for a deeper cut.

Figure 5

EN - 10

Cutting Angle Adjuster

(Figure 7)

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 wheel

does not contact the blade when angling the

blade for a beveled edge.

Rear Wheel Height Adjuster

(Figure 7)

Sets the rear wheel height to support the

edger when working along curbs or other

uneven terrain.

1. Loosen the knob and position the wheel

so it supports the unit level when

operating, and then securely tighten the

knob.

NOTE: Set the wheel height before starting

the 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 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.

Rotate the head to the desired angle.

Make sure the lever locks into place.

Push the lever forward slightly

to unlock the head.

Figure 6

The head pivots from about

70 degrees to 180 degrees.

Loosen knob,

position wheel

at the desired

height and

replace the

knob.

Figure 7

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