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SAFETY

 

DELIVERY

 

Customer Note:

 

 If you have purchased this product 

without complete assembly and instruction by your 
retailer, it is your responsibility to:

• Read and understand all assembly instructions in 

this manual

 

.

 

If you do not understand or have difficulty following the 
instructions, contact your nearest Ariens Dealer for 
assistance.  To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, call 
1-800-678-5443 or visit our web site at 
http://www.ariens.com.

• Do not operate the Sno-Thro unless all controls 

function as described in this manual.

Before attempting to operate your Sno-Thro:

1.

Make sure all assembly has been properly 
completed.

2.

Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the 
manuals.

3.

Review control functions and operation of the unit.

4.

Review recommended lubrication, maintenance 
and adjustments.

5.

Review Limited Warranty Policy.

6.

Fill out Original Purchaser Registration Card and 
return the card to Ariens Company.

 

WARNING: 

 

Improper assembly or 

adjustments can cause serious injury.

 

SAFETY ALERTS

 

Look for these symbols to point out 
important safety precautions. They mean:

 

Attention! Personal Safety Is 
Involved!

Become Alert! Obey The Message!

 

The safety alert symbol is used in decals on the unit 
and with proper operation procedures in this manual. 
Understand the safety message. It contains important 
information about personal safety on or near the unit. 

 

NOTATIONS

 

NOTE: 

 

General reference information for proper opera-

tion and maintenance practices.

 

IMPORTANT: 

 

Specific procedures or information 

required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.

 

PRACTICES AND LAWS

 

Practice usual and customary safe working 
precautions, for the 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 laws in your area.

 

REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING

 

Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the 
seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used 
by someone other than original purchaser; loaned, 
rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any 
needed safety training before operation.

 

DANGER: 

 

IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS 

SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in 
death or serious injury.

 

WARNING: 

 

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS 

SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT 
in death or serious injury.

 

CAUTION: 

 

POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS 

SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in 
minor or moderate injury. It may also be used 
to alert against unsafe practices.

Summary of Contents for Sno-Thro 322

Page 1: ...ENGLISH FRAN AIS ESPA OL Owner Operator Manual Models 938015 322 938016 522 03810900B 5 00 Supersedes 03810900 A Printed in USA Sno Thro...

Page 2: ...n inf rieur 17 Vis en J 18 Poire d amor age 19 Commande d allumage 20 Indicateur de niveau de carburant 21 Bouton du d marreur en option 22 Cordon d alimentation en option 23 Bouton du starter ESPA OL...

Page 3: ...numbers here PRODUCT REGISTRATION A warranty registration card must be filled out signed and returned at time of purchase This card activates the warranty Claims meeting requirements during limited wa...

Page 4: ...Obey The Message The safety alert symbol is used in decals on the unit and with proper operation procedures in this manual Understand the safety message It contains important information about persona...

Page 5: ...e ignition key prior to leaving operator s position for any reason Keep all controls guards and safety devices properly serviced and functional Never direct discharge towards persons or property that...

Page 6: ...t and engine remove key allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator s position for any reason Run unit a few minutes after clearing snow to prevent freeze up of attachment Disengage attachment...

Page 7: ...sure unit is secure and will not tip over during maintenance Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive Handle with care Use an approved fuel container NO smoking NO sparks NO flames ALWAYS...

Page 8: ...from rear of discharge chute 2 Tip discharge chute up and install hardware just removed Tighten hardware at rear of discharge chute first then sides CHECKLIST Please complete the following checklist...

Page 9: ...off air to the engine for easier start When pushed in control knob allows for normal operation IMPORTANT When engine has started open choke slowly by gradually pushing choke control in Recoil Starter...

Page 10: ...bail to Engaged position and pull recoil starter handle Auger should rotate with the turning of the engine Release the auger clutch bail If the auger clutch bail moves freely with no resistance before...

Page 11: ...crank engine for more that 20 seconds ALWAYS allow starter to cool down for 10 minutes between each try or starter will be damaged 1 Turn discharge chute straight ahead 2 Push primer Bulb 1 to 3 time...

Page 12: ...transport FILLING THE FUEL TANK Check fuel level by looking at fuel level indicator on rear of unit Add fuel as required To add fuel to fuel tank IMPORTANT Two cycle engines require that oil be mixed...

Page 13: ...of dust dirt and oil deposits which can contribute to improper cooling Refer to Engine Manual IMPORTANT DO NOT operate engine with cooling shrouds removed Engine overheating and damage will result CLE...

Page 14: ...d replace cowl 11 Replace fuel cap TO ADJUST BELT FINGER 3HP units have two belt fingers 5HP units have one belt finger With the auger clutch engaged there should be 1 32 to 1 16 1 1 6 cm clearance be...

Page 15: ...be achieved the Drive Belt must be replaced 1 Shut off engine allow to cool and remove cowl 2 Ensure control cable has some slight noticeable slack when auger clutch is disengaged bail in lowered pos...

Page 16: ...ctrical problem 1 Turn key to RUN position 2 Check connections See your Dealer 3 Check wiring for wear damage or poor connections See your Dealer Engine will not start 1 Ignition switch not in RUN pos...

Page 17: ...rs Max Extended Height in cm 40 8 104 Minimum Folded Height in cm 25 8 65 5 Length in cm 43 2 110 Minimum Folded Length in cm 34 5 87 6 Width in cm 22 56 Weight lbs Kg 58 26 4 75 38 5 Auger Dia in cm...

Page 18: ...find an authorized Ariens service representative contact Ariens Company at the number or address above Batteries are warranted only for a period of twelve 12 months after date of purchase on a prorate...

Page 19: ...limitations and exclusions may not apply to you DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY Ariens Company makes no warranty other tha what is expressly made in this warranty If the of your state provides that an...

Page 20: ...Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P O Box 157 Brillion WI 54110 0157 920 756 2141 Fax 920 756 2407 www ariens com...

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