Ariens 946154 User Manual

Operator’s Manual
Manuel du Utilisateur
05094700 • 8/16
Printed in USA
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
E10
Model
946154 – String Trimmer
(SN 005000 +)
String Trimmer

Ariens 946154 Specifications

General

Brand	Ariens
Model	946154
Category	Trimmer
Language	English

Summary

String Trimmer

WELCOME

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Information on registering the purchased unit with the dealer.

MANUALS

Guidance on reading provided manuals and engine manual.

DISCLAIMER

Ariens reserves the right to make product changes without notice.

SAFETY

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

Importance of reading manuals and decals for safe operation.

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

Explanation of the safety alert symbol and its meaning.

SIGNAL WORDS

Explanation of signal words (Danger, Warning, Caution) used in manual.

OPERATION

Emergency Stopping

Procedure for stopping the unit immediately in an emergency.

Start The Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine.

Slope Operation

Cautions and techniques for operating the unit on slopes.

STORAGE

START-OF-SEASON FUEL PREPARATION

Procedure for preparing the unit for use after storage.

ASSEMBLY

REMOVE UNIT FROM BOX

Steps for unpacking the string trimmer and removing packaging.

Unfold Handlebar

Instructions for unfolding and securing the handlebar.

Add Engine Oil

Procedure for checking and adding engine oil before operation.

CONTROLS & FEATURES

Engine / Throttle Control Lever

Description of the engine/throttle control lever function.

Operator Presence Control (OPC) Lever

Description of the operator presence control lever function.

Recoil Starter Handle

Explanation of the recoil starter handle for starting the engine.

BEFORE OPERATION

SET TRIMMING HEIGHT

Procedure for adjusting the trimming height of the unit.

SET HANDLEBAR HEIGHT

Instructions for adjusting the handlebar height.

SET TRIMMING ANGLE

Procedure for setting the trimming angle of the unit.

SERVICE POSITION

CHECK ENGINE OIL

Procedure to check engine oil level.

CHANGE ENGINE OIL

Procedure to change engine oil.

CHECK AIR FILTER

Procedure to check the air filter.

LUBRICATE UNIT

Procedure to lubricate pivot points and connections.

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Schedule of services performed at different usage intervals.

SERVICE PARTS

List of common service parts and their part numbers.

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS

REPLACE TRIMMER LINE

Step-by-step instructions for replacing the trimmer line.

REPLACE HEIGHT GUIDE

ADJUST OPC LEVER

Procedure for adjusting the Operator Presence Control (OPC) lever.

REPLACE DRIVE BELT

Install Belt

TROUBLESHOOTING

STORAGE

SHORT-TERM STORAGE

Procedures for preparing the unit for short-term storage.

LONG-TERM STORAGE

Procedures for preparing the unit for long-term storage.

START-OF-SEASON FUEL PREPARATION

Procedure for preparing the unit for use after storage.

SPECIFICATIONS

WARRANTY

Special Extensions

Details on special warranty extensions for certain components.