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DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR
LEVER
Moves discharge deflector up or down to
control height of snow discharge.
HEATED HAND GRIP SWITCH
Turns the heated hand grips on and off.
SCRAPER BLADE
Contacts the surface being cleared and
protects the housing from damage during
normal use.
DRIFT CUTTER
Breaks up snow drifts that are taller than the
auger housing and directs snow into auger.
SKID SHOE
Controls the distance between the scraper
blade and the surface.
AUGER
Rotates to bring snow into impeller.
IMPELLER
Throws snow out discharge chute.
SHEAR BOLT
Secures auger to shaft and helps prevent
gearcase and gearcase component damage.
AUTO-TURN™ STEERING
Automatically locks or unlocks wheels to
allow unit to turn more precisely.
IMPORTANT:
All references to left, right, front
or rear are given from the perspective of
operator in operator’s position, facing the
direction of forward travel.
EMERGENCY STOPPING
1. Release both clutch levers.
2. Turn engine key to stop position and
remove key.
3. Wait for all moving parts to stop before
leaving operator’s position.
BEFORE OPERATING UNIT
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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.
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OPERATION
WARNING:
AVOID INJURY.
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