Parts Manual

Models986101 – Lawn Edger986103 – Lawn Edger986501 – Lawn Edger CE

03779900D 11/10Printed in USA

Lawn Edger

THE MANUAL

Before you operate your unit, carefully and completely read manuals supplied with the unit. The contents will provide you with an understanding of safety instructions and controls during normal operation and maintenance.

For your safety and the safety of others always read, understand, and follow all DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION messages found in manuals and on safety decals.

Hardware descriptions are given in decimals.

SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

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 card in the unit literature package. They are printed on a serial number label, located on the frame of your unit.

• Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here:

• Record Engine Model and Serial numbers here:

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTSUse only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this vehicle with anything other than an Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, or safety of this unit and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims liability for any claims or damages, whether warranty, property damage, personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts.

Decimals to Fractions.063 1/16 .563 9/16

.125 1/8 .625 5/8

.188 3/16 .688 11/16

.250 1/4 .750 3/4

.313 5/16 .813 13/16

.375 3/8 .875 7/8

.438 7/16 .938 15/16

.500 1/2 1.00 1

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PRODUCT REGISTRATION

The Ariens 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 Dealer does not register your product, please fill out, sign and return the product registration card to Ariens or go to www.ariens.com.

YOUR SATISFACTION IS IMPORTANT

Questions? Please follow these helpful steps:

1. Refer to the manuals supplied with your unit.

They will guide you through safe and proper operation and maintenance.

They contain specifications on your unit.

If your questions are not answered in these manuals, go to step number two.

2. Contact Your Dealer.

Our dealers will be happy to supply any service or advice required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency.

A factory trained staff is available to support your equipment needs. They stock genuine Ariens parts and lubricants manufactured with the same precision and skill as the original.

If your questions are not resolved by the support staff, ask for the manager or owner.

When contacting your Dealer supply your model and serial numbers.

TO SPEED PARTS ORDERING:1. Know the model and serial numbers of your unit.

2. Know the part number required.

3. Know the quantity required.

4. Know the part description.

MODELS

Domestic

Model 986101Lawn EdgerSubaru EngineSerial No. 007000 and up

Model 986103Lawn EdgerLCT 136cc EngineSerial No. 000101 and up

Model 986501Lawn EdgerSubaru EngineSerial No. 001000 and up

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DECALS

Decals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ENGINE & FRAME

Frame and Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

HANDLEBARS, CONTROLS AND WHEELS

Handlebars, Controls and Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SPINDLE, BELTS AND GUARDS

Spindle, Belt & Guards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

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DECALS

Model 986101, 501

Item Part No. Qty. Description

1 08000533 1 Decal, Edger-Ariens2 08000528 1 Decal, Ariens Heritage-Small3 08000230 1 Decal, Edger Blade4 08000231 1 Decal, Edger OPC5 08000232 1 Decal, Edger Drop Wheel6 08000233 1 Decal, Edger Blade Tip7 08000234 1 Decal, Edger Depth Control8 08000235 1 Decal, Edger Warning9 08000236 2 Decal, Edger Belt Finger

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FRAME AND ENGINE

Model 986101, 103, 501

Item Part No. Qty. Description

1 08200429 1 Engine, Subaru SP170 (Carb) (986101, 501)08200627 1 Engine, LCT-136 (986103)

2 03729159 1 Bracket, Reinforcement3 05957400 4 Bolt, Hex .31-18 x 1.75 Grade 54 06529200 4 Nut, Hex .31-185 06307400 4 Washer, Locking .312 x .0976 06437200 1 Washer-Flat-Steel .344 x .688 x .0657 06215700 2 Bolt, Round Head Square Neck .31-18 x .758 06543100 2 Nut, Locking Top Flange .31-189 03728959 1 Frame, Edger10 04275100 1 Kit, LCT Exhaust Deflector (986103)11 04042300 1 Guard, Muffler Subaru (986501)

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HANDLEBARS, CONTROLS AND WHEELS

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HANDLEBARS, CONTROLS AND WHEELS

Model 986101, 103, 501

Item Part No. Qty. Description

1 07518700 2 Handle Grip2 03778451 1 Handlebar, Upper RH3 03778351 1 Handlebar, Upper LH4 03791400 1 Rod, OPC5 08300501 1 Spring, Torsion6 06543100 14 Nut, Locking Top Flange .31-187 05514500 2 Bushing, Flange .325 x .444 x .440 x .5608 05500911 1 Spacer, Ground9 05952600 1 Bolt, Hex .31-18 x 2.50 Grade 510 05717600 2 Ring, Retaining Ext. .250 x .01011 06543100 1 Nut, Locking Top Flange .31-1812 06220200 3 Bolt, Round Head Square Neck .31-18 x 1.75 Grade 513 08335700 1 Spring, Commpression .125 x .781 x 1.25014 03778251 1 Panel, Upper15 03793700 1 Switch, Snap16 03778851 1 Detent, Pivot17 06437200 1 Washer, Flat Steel .344 x .688 x .06518 03778951 1 Lever, Pivot19 03826900 1 Grip. Parking Brake20 06714800 2 Pin, Hair #2521 03779300 1 Rod, Pivot22 03779151 1 Panel, Lower23 06215700 10 Bolt, Round Head Square Neck .31-18 x .75 Grade 524 03778051 2 Strap25 04154851 1 Leg Drop, Wheel26 06435900 2 Washer, Flat Steel .438 x 1.00 x .08327 06220200 1 Bolt, Round Head Square Neck .31-18 x 1.75 Grade 528 07500105 1 Knob, Clamping .312-1829 03729351 1 Bracket, RH Wheel Support (986101, 501)

04269151 1 Bracket, RH Wheel Support (986103)30 06441100 1 Washer, Flat Steel .52 x .827 xx .06231 03780451 1 Bracket, LH Wheel Support32 09293600 3 Spacer, Wheel33 06542000 2 Nut, Locking Top Flange .38-1634 07100827 3 Wheel, 8.0 x 1.75 x .5035 04155200 1 Axle, Front36 06712900 1 Hairpin, #7 Clip .094 x 2.3137 06437300 3 Washer, Flat Steel .281 x .62 x .06538 07414200 1 Screw, Tapping .25-20 x .7539 06221600 1 Bolt, Round Head Square Neck .31-18 x 2.25

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SPINDLE, BELT & GUARDS

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SPINDLE, BELT & GUARDS

Model 986101, 103, 501

Item Part No. Qty. Description

1 03779559 1 Guard, Blade2 03789800 1 Blade, Edger - 9”3 06445000 1 Washer, Flat Steel .515 x 1.625 x .2504 03790000 1 Slinger, Bearing5 06441100 1 Washer, Flat Steel .52 x .827 x .0626 05408000 2 Bearing, Ball .50 x 1.38 x .4377 05516400 1 Bushing, Sleave .500 x .750 x 1.5608 05962300 1 Bolt, Hex .50-13 x 4.50 Grade 59 03779700 1 Pulley, Blade10 06543600 1 Nut, Locking Top Flange .50-1311 06442800 2 Washer, Flat Steel .656 x 1.31 x .09512 03729851 1 Spindle, Cutter Head13 05500910 1 Flange Bushing Pivot14 05958000 1 Bolt-Hex .38-16 x 1.2515 06400901 2 Washer, Belleville16 06542000 1 Nut, Locking Top Flange .38-1617 03730451 1 Lever, Tilt18 06543500 1 Nut, Locking Top Flange .25-2019 05961600 1 Bolt, Hex .25-20 x 2.50 Grade 520 05500912 2 Bushing, Lever21 08300439 1 Spring, Torsion22 03780000 1 Collar, Spring23 08300440 1 Spring, Compression24 06714500 1 Pin, Spring Clip25 03730559 1 Mount, Cutter Head Pivot26 03779459 1 Guard27 03780100 1 Flap, Rubber28 06543500 2 Nut, Locking Top Flange .25-2029 06219900 2 Bolt, Round Head Short Square Neck .25-20 x .75 Grade 530 03779859 1 Belt Finger31 05947300 3 Bolt, Hex .31-24 x .75 Grade 532 06307400 3 Washer, Lock .312 x .09733 05500140 2 Bushing, Sleave .766 x 1.125 x .50034 06446300 1 Washer, Flat Steel .344 x 1.125 x .50035 07200507 1 V-Belt36 03779600 1 Pulley, Engine37 06606100 1 Key, Square .188 x .75 x .18838 07400034 3 Screw, Tapping .25-20 x .5039 03999159 1 Bracket, Limit (986501)

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