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SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

ASSEMBLY  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

CONTROLS AND FEATURES  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

OPERATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

SERVICE PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

THE MANUAL

Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read 
your manuals. If used improperly, this unit could be 
dangerous and cause personal injury or property 
damage. The contents will provide you with safety 
instructions for the safe use of your unit during normal 
operation and maintenance.

All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from 
operator standing in operation position and facing the 
direction of forward travel.

MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS

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 form 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 number here.

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

UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Use 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. To locate your 
nearest Ariens Dealer, go to www.ariens.com on the 
internet.

DISCLAIMER

Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes 
to, and add improvements upon its products at any 
time without public notice or obligation. The 
descriptions and specifications contained in this 
manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described 
within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations 
may not be applicable to your unit.

DELIVERY

Customer Note: If you have purchased this product 
without complete assembly and instruction by your 
retailer, it is your responsibility to:

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

Serial Number 
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Figure 1

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© Copyright 2006  Ariens Company

Summary of Contents for 939001 ST520E

Page 1: ...Owner Operator Manual Models 939001 ST520E 939002 ST520 Sno Thro 00582600A 6 06 Printed in USA ENGLISH FRAN AIS...

Page 2: ...ting 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...

Page 3: ...e benefit of yourself and others Understand and follow all safety messages Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor moderate or serious injury or death Learn applicable rules and law...

Page 4: ...hidden hazards DO NOT operate near drop offs ditches or embankments Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch or if an edge caves in Falling snow fog etc can reduce v...

Page 5: ...e control s Use only approved extension cords and receptacles when starting units equipped with electric starter DO NOT connect electric starter cord to any wiring system that is not a three wire grou...

Page 6: ...ep 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 If fuel is spilled on clothing change clothing i...

Page 7: ...from the bottom of the chute pedestal 3 Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing and secure pedestal to auger housing with hardware removed in step 2 ASSEMBLY WARNING AVOID INJURY Rea...

Page 8: ...o Engine Manual for proper fuel type and tank capacity Check Function of all Controls Ensure unit runs and performs properly Refer to Operation Run in Attachment Belt 1 Start unit in a well ventilated...

Page 9: ...Gearcase 10 Clean out Tool 11 Oil Fill and Dipstick 12 Gas Tank and Cap 13 Electric Starter 939001 14 Recoil Starter Handle 15 Primer Bulb 16 Oil Drain Plug 17 Throttle Engine Stop 18 Ignition Switch...

Page 10: ...y Key Switch has two positions 1 Stop pulled out 2 Run pushed in NOTE DO NOT twist key after it is inserted Primer Bulb Pushing the primer bulb in adds fuel for easier engine start Refer to Starting a...

Page 11: ...trol the distance between the scraper blade and the ground Adjust runners equally to keep blade level with the ground Refer to Pre Start on page 11 for recommended settings FILLING FUEL TANK To add fu...

Page 12: ...utch levers are fully disengaged 5 Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold engine NOTE When temperature is below 15 F 26 C additional priming may be needed 6 Insert key into ignition switch on engine a...

Page 13: ...ng unit onto trailer or truck Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle NEVER secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged DO NOT transport machine while engine is running Ariens Dealers will pro...

Page 14: ...urs more often if required Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions Run engine just prior to changing oil Warm oil will flow more freely and carry away more contamination Remove the oil drain...

Page 15: ...Runners should be adjusted as conditions require Figure 11 1 Position unit on a hard flat smooth level surface 2 Adjust runners by inserting a spacer of desired thickness under center of scraper blad...

Page 16: ...5 5 8 6 1 4 in 14 3 15 9 cm d Shut off engine e If clutch lever measurement is within specified range no adjustment is necessary If clutch lever measurement is outside the specified range follow steps...

Page 17: ...il attachment clutch lever distance and brake contact are correct IMPORTANT If attachment clutch brake cannot be adjusted within tolerances see your Dealer for repairs 8 Check belt finger clearance Wi...

Page 18: ...using recoil starter handle 7 Separate housing from unit Lower handlebar on floor 8 Remove attachment drive belt from lower pulley Replace Attachment Drive Belt 1 Place new belt onto lower pulley and...

Page 19: ...tween the engine and pulley groove as shown in Figure 23 6 Place new traction drive belt on transmission pulley 7 Push the new traction drive belt onto the grooves in the engine pulley NOTE Slowly pul...

Page 20: ...cate see Maintenance Touch up all scratched painted surfaces Remove weight from wheels by putting blocks under frame or axle When storing unit for extended periods of time remove all fuel from tank an...

Page 21: ...plug Engine problems 1 See Engine Manual Does not drive forward 1 Traction drive cable not adjusted properly 2 Traction belt not functioning 1 Adjust traction drive cable See Traction Drive Clutch Adj...

Page 22: ...ecoil Fuel See Engine Manual Tank Capacity qt L 2 0 1 96 Snow Clearing Width in cm 20 50 8 Chute Rotation Angle 200 Impeller Diameter in cm 12 30 5 Speed RPM Max min 1 1200 Auger Diameter in cm 11 0 2...

Page 23: ...abor and parts except as noted below The duration of this warranty shall be ninety 90 days after the date of purchase or 1000 hours of use whichever comes first if any product is rented or leased 3 Ye...

Page 24: ...uine Ariens or Gravely brand service parts are not covered by this warranty Except as specifically warranted normal maintenance services and normal replacement items such as spark plugs oil oil filter...

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