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EN - 6

If you strike an object, or if equipment vibrates 
abnormally, stop engine at once, wait for 
moving parts to stop and disconnect wire from 
spark plug. Repair any damage before 
restarting unit.
ALWAYS shut off engine, allow trimmer head to 
stop and disconnect spark plug wire before 
clearing clogs or cleaning unit.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is 
running.
To reduce fire hazard and overheating, keep 
equipment free of grass, leaves, debris or 
excessive lubricants.
Use extra care when approaching blind 
corners, shrubs, trees, or other objects which 
may obscure vision.
DO NOT trim at too fast a rate. DO NOT 
change engine governor setting or over-speed 
the engine.
Do not operate trimmer on gravel or on loose 
material such as sand. Stop trimmer when 
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads to 
prevent damage or injury from thrown objects.
DO NOT pull trimmer backwards unless 
absolutely necessary. Look down and back, 
especially for small children, before and while 
moving backwards.
DO NOT operate on steep slopes. 
NEVER leave unit unattended on a slope. 
Chock wheels if parking on a slope.
Trim across the face of slopes, never up and 
down. Be especially cautious when changing 
direction on slopes.
This product is equipped with an internal 
combustion engine. DO NOT use on or near 
any unimproved, forest or brush covered land 
unless the exhaust system is equipped with a 
spark arrestor meeting applicable local, state 
or federal laws. A spark arrestor, if used, must 
be maintained in effective working order by the 
operator. See your 

Ariens Dealer or engine 

manufacturer’s service center.

Emission Control System Certification 
Label

NOTE: 

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 EPA and/or CARB authorized service 
centers. Contact your 

Ariens Equipment 

Retailer concerning emission controls and 
component questions.
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors can 
explode. ONLY use approved fuel containers.

NO  Smoking!

NO Sparks!

NO Flames!

Allow engine to cool before filling fuel 
tank. 

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a 
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always 
place containers on the ground away from your 
vehicle before filling.

When practical, remove gas-powered 
equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it 
on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel 
such equipment on a trailer with a portable 
container, rather than from a gasoline 
dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the 
fuel tank or container opening at all times until 
fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-
open device.
Check fuel supply before starting engine.
DO NOT fill gasoline tank indoors, when 
engine is running, or while engine is hot.
Allow engine to cool several minutes before 
removing fuel cap.
DO NOT overfill. Allow about 1/4" (6 mm) of 
tank space for fuel expansion.
Replace gasoline tank cap securely and clean 
any spilled fuel before starting engine. 
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing 
immediately.
NEVER store fuel inside where there is an 
open flame, such as a water heater.
ALWAYS drain fuel outdoors away from ignition 
sources.
Avoid Electric Shock. DO NOT disconnect wire 
from spark plug while engine is running. 
Accidental engine start up can cause death or 
serious injury. Except where specifically 
recommended, ALWAYS stop engine, wait for 
moving parts to stop, allow parts to cool and 
disconnect spark plug wire before inspecting, 
servicing, adjusting or repairing unit.
Keep unit free of grass, leaves, or other debris 
build-up.
Keep equipment in good condition.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction 
labels, as necessary.
Follow engine manufacturer’s safety 
instructions when servicing engine.
Check all hardware at regular intervals, 
especially trimmer head attachment bolts. 
Keep all hardware properly tightened.
Before tipping unit, remove fuel.
DO NOT tip the trimmer up or over unless 
specifically instructed to do so.
Ensure all wheel blocks, jack stands and tie 
downs will support unit during maintenance.
Replace worn-out mufflers immediately. 
Continued use could result in fire or explosion.
Sharp edges can cut or amputate fingers or a 
hand. Wrap blade or wear sturdy gloves to 
service.
Use only replacement parts designed for your 
unit. See your 

Ariens Dealer.

Allow engine to cool before storing in any 
enclosure.
ALWAYS clean unit before extended storage. 
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.

Check attachments frequently and replace 
worn or damaged components with 
manufacturer’s recommended parts.

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Page 1: ...tring Trimmer String Trimmer 04241700A 10 12 Printed in USA ENGLISH FRANÇAIS 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 ...

Page 2: ...isponibles pour votre équipement Les manuels imprimés dans des langues différentes de l anglais sont également disponibles en téléchargement gratuit sur notre site Web http www ariens com 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 r...

Page 3: ...tailer 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 Ariens Dealer for assistance To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer go to www ariens com on the internet Do not operate the unit unless all controls function as described in this manual Before attempting to operat...

Page 4: ... safety training before operation SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals Refer to Figure 2 below for Safety Decal locations 1 DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 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 PO...

Page 5: ...rotect eyes face and body with adequate safety gear and protective clothes Wear sturdy footwear gloves and safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields while operating mower NEVER operate trimmer barefoot or when wearing open sandals or canvas shoes NEVER wear loose clothes long hair or jewelry that may get caught in rotating parts Protect eyes face and head from objects that may be thrown f...

Page 6: ...practical remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open device Check fuel supply ...

Page 7: ...se Oil Fill engine crankcase with proper amount and viscosity of oil Refer to Engine Manual for specific information CHECKLIST Please complete the following checklist before proceeding All assembly instructions have been completed No remaining loose parts in carton Handlebar is adjusted comfortably and tightened securely While learning how to use your unit pay extra attention to the following impo...

Page 8: ...6 Throttle Control Lever 7 Recoil Starter Handle 8 Handlebar Wing Knob 9 Oil Dipstick and Cap 10 Fuel Tank and Cap 11 Debris Screen 12 Air Cleaner 13 Primer Bulb 14 Swivel Head Lock 15 Trimmer Shield 16 Trailing Shield CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Figure 3 ...

Page 9: ...k 1 Clean fuel caps and surrounding area to prevent dust dirt and debris from entering fuel tanks 2 Remove fuel caps IMPORTANT Refer to Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel 3 Fill fuel tank to the bottom of filler neck See SPECIFICATIONS on page 17 for fuel tank capacity IMPORTANT DO NOT OVERFILL This equipment and or its engine may include evaporative emissions control system componen...

Page 10: ...sion stroke Let rope rewind slowly Then pull rope with rapid continuous full arm stroke to start engine Allow rope to rewind slowly IMPORTANT DO NOT let starter handle snap against handlebar 4 Repeat until engine starts If engine does not start refer to Troubleshooting Stopping the Engine 1 Release control bail so that trimmer head stops rotation Wait until rotating parts stop completely before le...

Page 11: ...y when the bail handle is released Adjust bail travel if necessary See Adjustments CHECK ENGINE OIL See Engine Manual for specific information on checking engine oil CLEAN DEBRIS SCREEN Remove all grass and debris from debris screen on top of engine A clogged screen will cause the engine to overheat CLEAN UNIT Clean unit thoroughly Brush dirt and debris off with a brush or cloth Apply paint or spr...

Page 12: ... 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 2 Remove the worn trimmer line from the cutter disk 3 Thread the two ends of the trimmer line up from the bottom through the two holes in the cutter disk 4 Cross the line and thread the ends of the l...

Page 13: ...emove cutter disk and any of the remaining spacers required to achieve the desired cutting height 5 Reinstall the cutter disk 6 Reinstall the spacers required to achieve the desired cutting height 7 Reinstall height guide on the hex shaft NOTE Be sure the hex shaft and the hex hole in the height guide are correctly aligned 8 Reinstall washer lock washer and capscrew Tighten securely NOTE The minim...

Page 14: ...tely when the control bail is released increase the amount of slack in the control cable wire as follows 1 Loosen the bottom cable nut 2 Push the cable conduit upward toward the control bail 3 Tighten the upper cable nut onto the mounting bracket to lock the conduit in place 4 Turn nuts against mount to lock in position DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Figure 9 9 Wing Knob Figure 8 1 Control Cable 2 Control...

Page 15: ...sher Tighten securely 3 Slide the belt between the idler and belt finger on the idler bracket 4 Install the four tapping screws in the holes in the frame from the top side of the frame 5 Install the four jackshaft spacers on the tapping screws 6 Install the belt finger Make sure the bent tabs are facing up and are to the sides and front of the unit 7 Install the belt in the groove of the jackshaft...

Page 16: ...es before attempting to start 6 Replace or regap spark plug 7 Drain fuel tank and refill with fresh gasoline 8 Clean debris screen and cooling fins 9 Clean carburetor or fuel line See Engine Manual 10 Replace air filter or precleaner 11 See Engine Manual or contact your dealer Engine overheats 1 Engine cooling system overloaded with debris 2 Carburetor out of adjustment 1 Clean engine screen and c...

Page 17: ...er according to manufacturer s instructions 2 Run engine for at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor NEVER store the engine with fuel in the fuel tank inside of a building with potential sources of ignition STORAGE WARNING AVOID INJURY Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding SERVICE PARTS Be sure to always use genuine Ariens parts to ...

Page 18: ...product registration card in the literature package and return it to the Ariens Company or register the unit online at www ariens com www gravely com www countax com To obtain warranty service the original purchaser must Perform the maintenance and adjustments explained in the owner s manual Warranty Code Product Group Warranty Period Consumer Use Warranty Period Commercial Use HA Zoom ZT Zero Tur...

Page 19: ...ny to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective LIMITATION OF REMEDY AND DAMAGES Ariens Company s liability under this warranty and under any implied warranty that may exist is limited to repair of any defect in workmanship and repair or replacement of any defective part Ariens Comp...

Page 20: ...riod defined in subsection b 2 A statement in such written instructions to the effect of repair or replace as necessary will not reduce the period of warranty coverage Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty must be warranted for a time not less than the remainingwarrantyperiod 3 Any warranted part that is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance in the written instructions must...

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Page 22: ...om this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING Ariens 655 West Ryan Street Brillion WI 54110 920 756 4688 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com ...

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