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2. Engage auger clutch bail to engage
auger.
NOTE: Do not lift handlebar so high to allow
snow to kick back from under unit.
3. Lift handlebar so auger contacts surface
to be cleared. Lift the handlebar only
high enough to propel unit forward.
Tips for Operation
Snow is best removed as soon as possible
after a snow fall.
To clear an area, run unit in an overlapping
series of paths. For large areas, start in the
middle and throw snow to each side, so snow
is not cleared more than once.
ALWAYS direct snow away from area to be
cleared and with direction of the wind.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overload unit capacity
by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
TRAVELING TO ANOTHER WORK
AREA
1. Release auger clutch bail to disengage
auger.
2. Press down on handlebar enough to
raise front of unit slightly off the ground
and push or pull unit.
TRANSPORT
ALWAYS shut off engine and drain fuel when
transporting unit on a truck or trailer.
Use extra care when loading or unloading
unit onto trailer or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle.
NEVER secure by rods or linkages that could
be damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is
running.
Ariens Dealers will provide any service or
adjustments which may be required to keep
your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should
engine service be required, contact an Ariens
dealer or an authorized engine
manufacturer's service center
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
Interval
Task
Action
Each Use
Check Auger
Clutch
WARNING: Check auger clutch before each
use. Auger brake MUST DISENGAGE when
clutch is engaged. Auger brake MUST
STOP AUGER WITHIN 5 SECONDS of releasing
auger clutch bail (see Check Auger Clutch Bail on
page 12).
Clean Unit
After each use, brush snow and debris off with a soft
bristled brush. Occasionally apply a light coat of
spray lubricant to exposed metal joints and surfaces.
Wipe off excess with soft cloth. Do not use abrasives
or harsh cleaners.
Follow Engine
Manual
Maintenance
Schedule
Perform scheduled engine maintenance. See
Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
Every 10 Hours
Check Fasteners
Make sure all hardware is tightened properly.
After 20 Hours
on a New Unit or
a New Drive Belt
Adjust Drive Belt
IMPORTANT: After 20 hours of operation on a new
unit or a new drive belt, the drive belt MUST be
adjusted (see Drive Belt Adjustment on page 17).
Yearly
Check Scraper
Blade
Check scraper blade for wear. DO NOT allow
scraper blade to wear down too far or auger housing
will become damaged.
