GB - 20
CHECK CLUTCH SPRING
ADJUSTMENT
Make sure the attachment clutch and traction
drive clutch are adjusted to the range
specified in Attachment Clutch/Brake
Adjustment on page 22 or Traction Drive
Clutch Adjustment on page 24.
CLEAN ENGINE
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
The engine crankcase oil should be checked
every 5 hours of operation. Oil level MUST be
maintained in safe operating range on
dipstick at all times or engine damage will
result (See Engine Manual).
Park unit on a level surface. Refer to Engine
Manual for detailed instructions.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Change oil after first 2 hours of operation,
thereafter change oil every 25 hours (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 plug
from the rear of the unit and tip the unit back
to help drain all the oil.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire
sidewall.
CHECK AUGER GEARCASE
IMPORTANT:
Proper oil level must be
maintained.
Gear cases are filled to the correct level at
the factory. Unless there is evidence of
leakage, no additional lubricant should be
required. Check oil level each season or
every 25 hours of operation.
To ensure adequate lubricant level:
1. Remove filler plug (Figure 11). Lubricant
must be at least up to bottom of lubricant
filler hole with unit resting on a level-
surface.
2. Add lubricant if required. Allow oil to
drain to level of plug and replace plug.
IMPORTANT:
Use only Ariens special gear
lubricant L-2 (Part Number 00008000).
Gearcase filler plug may require an
application of Loc-Tite® 565 thread sealant
with repeated servicing.
GENERAL LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT:
Wipe each fitting clean before
and after lubrication. Do not wipe gearcase
filler plug; wiping the gearcase filler plug may
remove thread sealant and cause leaks.
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT allow grease or oil to
get on the belts.
NOTE:
Apply Ariens Hi-Temp Grease or
equivalent to the lubrication fittings. See
SERVICE PARTS on page 27.
Sno-Thro should be lubricated (Figure 12) at
beginning of season or every 25 operating
hours.
Auger Shaft
NOTE:
To grease auger shaft, remove shear
bolt nuts, and shear bolts. Apply grease at the
grease zerks and then turn the auger shaft.
Replace shear bolts per instructions in Shear
Bolts on page 21.
Figure 11
1. Auger Gearcase
2. Filler Plug
OS1373
Grease
Oil
Figure 12
