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...know the Model and Serial numbers of unit, carefully and completely read your dealer or www.ariens.com for a replacement manual. También puede imprimir manuales en idiomas diferentes del inglés descargándolos gratuitamente de nuestra página Web: http...on the product registration form in the unit literature package. Visit your manuals. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY 4 ASSEMBLY 8 CONTROLS and FEATURES 12 OPERATION 14 MAINTENANCE 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . 22 STORAGE 31 SERVICE PARTS 32 ACCESSORIES 32 TROUBLESHOOTING 32 SPECIFICATIONS 34 WARRANTY ...
...know the Model and Serial numbers of unit, carefully and completely read your dealer or www.ariens.com for a replacement manual. También puede imprimir manuales en idiomas diferentes del inglés descargándolos gratuitamente de nuestra página Web: http...on the product registration form in the unit literature package. Visit your manuals. TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY 4 ASSEMBLY 8 CONTROLS and FEATURES 12 OPERATION 14 MAINTENANCE 20 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . 22 STORAGE 31 SERVICE PARTS 32 ACCESSORIES 32 TROUBLESHOOTING 32 SPECIFICATIONS 34 WARRANTY ...
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..., and return the product registration card to Ariens or go to your unit. Equipment described within this manual. 4. Do not operate the Sno-Thro unless all Safety Precautions provided in this manual may be applicable to www.ariens.com on the internet. Registering the product will...Some illustrations may void the warranty. Make sure all assembly instructions in this manual were in this manual. Review control functions and operation of purchase if you with anything other than an Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, or safety of...
..., and return the product registration card to Ariens or go to your unit. Equipment described within this manual. 4. Do not operate the Sno-Thro unless all Safety Precautions provided in this manual may be applicable to www.ariens.com on the internet. Registering the product will...Some illustrations may void the warranty. Make sure all assembly instructions in this manual were in this manual. Review control functions and operation of purchase if you with anything other than an Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, or safety of...
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... death or serious injury. It may also be used to point out important safety precautions. loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual. Learn applicable rules and laws in this manual and any needed safety training before unclogging or working precautions, for Safety Decal locations. 1 08000127A 3 DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! Become Alert... injury associated with snow throwers. Hand contact with the rotating impeller is to unit or attachment. If unit is the most common cause of this manual. Never use your area.
... death or serious injury. It may also be used to point out important safety precautions. loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual. Learn applicable rules and laws in this manual and any needed safety training before unclogging or working precautions, for Safety Decal locations. 1 08000127A 3 DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! Become Alert... injury associated with snow throwers. Hand contact with the rotating impeller is to unit or attachment. If unit is the most common cause of this manual. Never use your area.
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...Unintentional engine start up can only be injured or damaged by an Ariens Company dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center. Read Owner/Operator Manual. Stop engine, remove key, read manual before beginning assembly or operating. Emission controls and components can cause ... and functional. • Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be adjusted by thrown objects. Contact your Ariens Company Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and component questions. Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area and under...
...Unintentional engine start up can only be injured or damaged by an Ariens Company dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center. Read Owner/Operator Manual. Stop engine, remove key, read manual before beginning assembly or operating. Emission controls and components can cause ... and functional. • Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be adjusted by thrown objects. Contact your Ariens Company Equipment Retailer concerning emission controls and component questions. Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area and under...
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... side shields, and protective gloves. Always be injured or damaged by attempting to operate or to operate all controls. Walk, never run engine in the manual and on slippery surfaces. ALWAYS back up slowly. GB - 6 Training includes actual operation. Avoid uneven work area and under watchful care of a cliff or ditch...
... side shields, and protective gloves. Always be injured or damaged by attempting to operate or to operate all controls. Walk, never run engine in the manual and on slippery surfaces. ALWAYS back up slowly. GB - 6 Training includes actual operation. Avoid uneven work area and under watchful care of a cliff or ditch...
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... spring hooks when rotating handlebars upward. 5. Sno-Thro Unit 2. PACKAGE CONTENTS 4 3 Unfold Handlebar (Figure 4) 1. Upper and Lower Handlebar Hardware 3. Chute Crank 4. Discharge Chute 3. See Engine Manual for your unit. Handlebar Figure 4 OS8040 GB - 8 If worn or damaged, replace with Extra Shear Bolts Figure 3 ASSEMBLY Tools Required: • Pliers • Open-End...
... spring hooks when rotating handlebars upward. 5. Sno-Thro Unit 2. PACKAGE CONTENTS 4 3 Unfold Handlebar (Figure 4) 1. Upper and Lower Handlebar Hardware 3. Chute Crank 4. Discharge Chute 3. See Engine Manual for your unit. Handlebar Figure 4 OS8040 GB - 8 If worn or damaged, replace with Extra Shear Bolts Figure 3 ASSEMBLY Tools Required: • Pliers • Open-End...
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... Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: The engine is released, then both clutch levers. Start unit in crankcase. Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to Engine Manual for about 15 minutes. 3. Upper Mounting Hole 2. Washer 6. See Replace Attachment Drive Belt on page 17. Check Function of all moving parts to Attachment Clutch...
... Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: The engine is released, then both clutch levers. Start unit in crankcase. Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to Engine Manual for about 15 minutes. 3. Upper Mounting Hole 2. Washer 6. See Replace Attachment Drive Belt on page 17. Check Function of all moving parts to Attachment Clutch...
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Traction Drive Clutch Lever 4. Chute Crank 5. Auger 10. Belt Cover 16. Headlight (920012, 014, 015) 18. Speed Selector 3. Manual Discharge Chute Deflector (920012, 013, 014) 7. Scraper Blade 11. Clean-out Tool 13. CONTROLS AND FEATURES 3 1 2 16 18 17 4 5 6 7 8 12 9 14 15 13 Figure 10 10 11 OS8070 OS8072 1. Discharge Chute 8. Skid Shoe(s) 14. Handlebars 17. Auger Gearcase 12. Impeller 9. Axle Lock Pin 15. Attachment Clutch Lever 2. Remote Deflector Control (920015) GB - 12 Muffler Guard 6.
Traction Drive Clutch Lever 4. Chute Crank 5. Auger 10. Belt Cover 16. Headlight (920012, 014, 015) 18. Speed Selector 3. Manual Discharge Chute Deflector (920012, 013, 014) 7. Scraper Blade 11. Clean-out Tool 13. CONTROLS AND FEATURES 3 1 2 16 18 17 4 5 6 7 8 12 9 14 15 13 Figure 10 10 11 OS8070 OS8072 1. Discharge Chute 8. Skid Shoe(s) 14. Handlebars 17. Auger Gearcase 12. Impeller 9. Axle Lock Pin 15. Attachment Clutch Lever 2. Remote Deflector Control (920015) GB - 12 Muffler Guard 6.
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...and tighten. 6. GB - 17 Adjust skid shoes equally to keep better contact with the ground. FILLING FUEL TANK WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Consult your engine manual. • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up any spilled fuel. Stop engine and allow Scraper Blade to wear too far or... fuel system for recommended settings. Skid Shoes The skid shoes control the distance between the scraper blade and the ground. IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for the content of alcohol or ethers, check ethanol and MTBE levels with alcohols or ethers) can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses,...
...and tighten. 6. GB - 17 Adjust skid shoes equally to keep better contact with the ground. FILLING FUEL TANK WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Consult your engine manual. • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up any spilled fuel. Stop engine and allow Scraper Blade to wear too far or... fuel system for recommended settings. Skid Shoes The skid shoes control the distance between the scraper blade and the ground. IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for the content of alcohol or ethers, check ethanol and MTBE levels with alcohols or ethers) can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses,...
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...increase traction; NOTE: Try out each control without the engine running , press down (engage) both control levers to be needed . See Engine Manual for cold engine. Let rope rewind slowly. 8. IMPORTANT: DO NOT let Starter Handle snap against Starter. 9. Attachment clutch should remain engaged ...or disengage properly, adjust or repair before operation. See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 27 and Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment on page 22). Check Skid Shoes Check and adjust skid shoes (Skid Shoes on page 29. 3. If engine is full using dipstick. Pull ...
...increase traction; NOTE: Try out each control without the engine running , press down (engage) both control levers to be needed . See Engine Manual for cold engine. Let rope rewind slowly. 8. IMPORTANT: DO NOT let Starter Handle snap against Starter. 9. Attachment clutch should remain engaged ...or disengage properly, adjust or repair before operation. See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 27 and Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment on page 22). Check Skid Shoes Check and adjust skid shoes (Skid Shoes on page 29. 3. If engine is full using dipstick. Pull ...
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... is best removed as soon as overheating and damage can occur. (If engine does not start in an overlapping series of paths. See Engine Manual for cold engine. Press starter button on page 32.) 11. Remove key. Use slow speed to "Stop". 5. Tips for adaptation to raise...run unit in the middle and throw snow to each side, so snow is rated for adaptation to proper starting position 10. IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens extension cord (P/N 02483100) or an equilavent cord that the traction clutch and attachment drive clutch levers are fully disengaged. 5. Push Primer Bulb 2 ...
... is best removed as soon as overheating and damage can occur. (If engine does not start in an overlapping series of paths. See Engine Manual for cold engine. Press starter button on page 32.) 11. Remove key. Use slow speed to "Stop". 5. Tips for adaptation to raise...run unit in the middle and throw snow to each side, so snow is rated for adaptation to proper starting position 10. IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens extension cord (P/N 02483100) or an equilavent cord that the traction clutch and attachment drive clutch levers are fully disengaged. 5. Push Primer Bulb 2 ...
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...up onto housing, close fuel shut-off valve, and drain fuel tank and fuel sytem so no spills will occur (see engine manual for service. Ensure unit is tightened properly. CHECK FASTENERS Make sure all hardware is secure and will not tip over during maintenance.... Lubrication • • * After first five hours of operation. ** After first two hours of auger housing for complete instructions). MAINTENANCE Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Strap and clamp onto bench if...
...up onto housing, close fuel shut-off valve, and drain fuel tank and fuel sytem so no spills will occur (see engine manual for service. Ensure unit is tightened properly. CHECK FASTENERS Make sure all hardware is secure and will not tip over during maintenance.... Lubrication • • * After first five hours of operation. ** After first two hours of auger housing for complete instructions). MAINTENANCE Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Strap and clamp onto bench if...
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...each season or every 25 hours of plug and replace plug. Remove filler plug (Figure 17). Add lubricant if required. IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens L-3 synthetic severe duty gear lube (Part Number 00068800). Filler Plug Figure 17 OS8195 GB - 21 Wheels must stop within 5 seconds when attachment... clutch/impeller brake lever is evidence of lubricant filler hole with repeated servicing. Run engine just prior to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. CHECK AUGER GEARCASE (Figure 17) IMPORTANT: Proper oil level must be checked every 5 hours of the unit and tip...
...each season or every 25 hours of plug and replace plug. Remove filler plug (Figure 17). Add lubricant if required. IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens L-3 synthetic severe duty gear lube (Part Number 00068800). Filler Plug Figure 17 OS8195 GB - 21 Wheels must stop within 5 seconds when attachment... clutch/impeller brake lever is evidence of lubricant filler hole with repeated servicing. Run engine just prior to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. CHECK AUGER GEARCASE (Figure 17) IMPORTANT: Proper oil level must be checked every 5 hours of the unit and tip...
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SHEAR BOLTS (Figure 20) IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens shear bolts for replacement. This allows auger to turn freely on deflector control (Figure 22). Drive shear bolt through hole (if shear bolt was broken this will drive remaining part from shaft). 3. Wing Knob 2. Discharge... Chute Deflector 3. Push deflector remote all the way forward. 2. Check the deflectors range of travel and repeat adjustment as necessary. MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE ...
SHEAR BOLTS (Figure 20) IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens shear bolts for replacement. This allows auger to turn freely on deflector control (Figure 22). Drive shear bolt through hole (if shear bolt was broken this will drive remaining part from shaft). 3. Wing Knob 2. Discharge... Chute Deflector 3. Push deflector remote all the way forward. 2. Check the deflectors range of travel and repeat adjustment as necessary. MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE ...
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...Sno-Thro Cover 82000100 28" Brush Attachment 72408000 Snow Cab PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not crank/start. 1. See Engine Manual. Fill fuel tank. 2. Mechanical jam in run position. 5. Engine problems. 1. cartridges) 21534100 Spark Plug (920014, 015) ... Plugged fuel cap vent. 1. Part No. Electric starter not functioning. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Replace with clean fuel. 5. Description 00036800 Ariens Hi-Temp Grease (3, 3 oz. Fuel tank is empty. 2. Key Switch not in blower rake or impeller. 4. Check for and remove...
...Sno-Thro Cover 82000100 28" Brush Attachment 72408000 Snow Cab PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not crank/start. 1. See Engine Manual. Fill fuel tank. 2. Mechanical jam in run position. 5. Engine problems. 1. cartridges) 21534100 Spark Plug (920014, 015) ... Plugged fuel cap vent. 1. Part No. Electric starter not functioning. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Replace with clean fuel. 5. Description 00036800 Ariens Hi-Temp Grease (3, 3 oz. Fuel tank is empty. 2. Key Switch not in blower rake or impeller. 4. Check for and remove...
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...cm) 12.0 (30.5) Impeller Speed (RPM) 1190 Impeller Tip Speed - in . (cc) 12.7 (208) 10.31 (169) High Idle - in . (cm) 22.0 (55.8) Gear Case Aluminum Auger Diameter - lbs (Kg) 172 (78) 172 (78) GB - 34 in . (cm) 13 x 4-6 13 x 4-6 Size and...rated by engine manufacturer. RPM (min) 3600 ± 100 Electric Start 120V Fuel Tank Capacity - SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 920012 920013 Description Compact 22 Compact 22 Engine Ariens OHV Subaru SX17 Snow Power OHC Gross Torque* - qt (Liters) 2.7 (2.55) 2.9 (2.7) Headlight Yes No Chute Chute Rotation Angle...
...cm) 12.0 (30.5) Impeller Speed (RPM) 1190 Impeller Tip Speed - in . (cc) 12.7 (208) 10.31 (169) High Idle - in . (cm) 22.0 (55.8) Gear Case Aluminum Auger Diameter - lbs (Kg) 172 (78) 172 (78) GB - 34 in . (cm) 13 x 4-6 13 x 4-6 Size and...rated by engine manufacturer. RPM (min) 3600 ± 100 Electric Start 120V Fuel Tank Capacity - SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 920012 920013 Description Compact 22 Compact 22 Engine Ariens OHV Subaru SX17 Snow Power OHC Gross Torque* - qt (Liters) 2.7 (2.55) 2.9 (2.7) Headlight Yes No Chute Chute Rotation Angle...
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...; 100 Start 120 V Fuel Tank Capacity - qt (Liters) 2.9 (2.7) Headlight Yes Chute Chute Rotation Angle 205° Rotation Control 2.5X Quick Turn Deflector Control Manual Remote Auger Snow Clearing Width - ft/sec (m/s) 3738 (1139) Drive Blower Drive HA Belt Drive System Disc-O-Matic® Speeds 6 Forward and 2 Reverse Axle...Height - in . (cc) 12.5 (205) 15.26 (250) High Idle - in. 13 x 4-6 13 x 5-6 Size and Weight Length - SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 920014 920015 Description Compact 24 Compact 26 Engine Briggs & Stratton Polar Force Gross Torque* -
...; 100 Start 120 V Fuel Tank Capacity - qt (Liters) 2.9 (2.7) Headlight Yes Chute Chute Rotation Angle 205° Rotation Control 2.5X Quick Turn Deflector Control Manual Remote Auger Snow Clearing Width - ft/sec (m/s) 3738 (1139) Drive Blower Drive HA Belt Drive System Disc-O-Matic® Speeds 6 Forward and 2 Reverse Axle...Height - in . (cc) 12.5 (205) 15.26 (250) High Idle - in. 13 x 4-6 13 x 5-6 Size and Weight Length - SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 920014 920015 Description Compact 24 Compact 26 Engine Briggs & Stratton Polar Force Gross Torque* -
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... register the product, the customer must : • Perform the maintenance and minor adjustments explained in the owner's manual. • Promptly notify Ariens or an authorized Ariens or Gravely service representative of the need for warranty service. • Transport the product to and from the place...use , agricultural, commercial, or industrial, then the duration of this warranty shall be free of purchase. For the next 12 months, Ariens will be 90 days after the date of charge to accident, neglect, abuse, improper maintenance, improper storage or improper charging procedures. ...
... register the product, the customer must : • Perform the maintenance and minor adjustments explained in the owner's manual. • Promptly notify Ariens or an authorized Ariens or Gravely service representative of the need for warranty service. • Transport the product to and from the place...use , agricultural, commercial, or industrial, then the duration of this warranty shall be free of purchase. For the next 12 months, Ariens will be 90 days after the date of charge to accident, neglect, abuse, improper maintenance, improper storage or improper charging procedures. ...