EN - 11
BEFORE OPERATING UNIT
1. Check for a frozen impeller.
a. Turn engine key to stop position and
remove key.
b. Engage attachment clutch lever and
pull recoil starter handle.
c. If handle does not pull, move unit to a
warm area to thaw.
2. Check fuel level and add fuel if needed.
IMPORTANT:
Use fresh unleaded fuel with
an octane rating of at least 87. DO NOT use
E85 blended fuels; the engine is not E20 /
E30 / E85 compatible. The maximum
recommended ethanol content is 10%. Ariens
recommends using a quality fuel stabilizer in
all fuel. See
3. Check engine oil level and add oil if
needed. Refer to engine manual.
4. Check function of controls.
• Attachment Clutch Lever
• Traction Drive Clutch Lever
• Dual Handle Interlock
5. Know how to stop in an emergency. See
START THE ENGINE
1.
Electric Start:
Connect power cord to
starter and then into 120V 3-wire
grounded outlet.
IMPORTANT:
Use a power cord that is UL
listed or CSA certified, rated for a minimum of
13 amps, grounded and labeled as suitable
for outdoor use.
All Models
2. Turn fuel valve to on position.
3. Turn engine key to run position.
4.
Cold Engines Only:
Press primer bulb
3 times.
5. Turn choke control knob to on position.
6.
Electric Start:
Press electric start button.
NOTICE:
DO NOT run starter more than 10
times at intervals of 5 seconds on / 5 seconds
off or overheating and damage may occur.
7.
Recoil Start:
Pull recoil starter handle.
a. Grasp handle and pull rope out slowly
until it pulls harder.
b. Pull handle firmly and quickly with a
rapid, continuous full-arm stroke.
Repeat until engine starts. If engine
does not start, see
c. Let handle rewind slowly after engine
starts. DO NOT let handle snap
against engine.
8. Gradually turn choke off as engine
warms.
9.
Electric Start:
Disconnect power cord
from outlet and then from starter.
OPERATE UNIT
1. Rotate discharge chute and move
deflector to desired positions.
2. Select desired speed.
3. Engage attachment clutch.
NOTICE:
Stop auger when traveling between
work areas.
4. Engage traction drive clutch.
NOTICE:
Release lever before changing
speed.
Adjust Track Angle
Model 920022
To clear snow on gravel or uneven surfaces
or to travel between work areas, squeeze
height adjustment lever and push down on
handlebars to raise auger housing.
To clear packed snow, squeeze lever and lift
up on handlebars to lower housing.
Figure 13
Normal Operation
Raised Position
Lowered Position
