Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
GB - 2 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 CONTROLS and FEATURES. . . . . . . . .11 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . ...
Page 4 - SAFETY
GB - 4 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 symbols above and signal words below are used on decals and in this manual. Read and understand all safety messag...
Page 5 - SAFETY RULES
GB - 5 1. WARNING! 2. DANGER! 3. DANGER! SAFETY RULES Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in owner/operator manual before beginning assembly or operating. Failure to follow instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to unit. ALWAYS remove key and/or wire from spark plug...
Page 8 - ASSEMBLY
GB - 8 PACKAGE CONTENTS ASSEMBLY Tools Required: • Pliers • Open-end wrenches: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16 in. and/or adjustable wrench • Tire gauge Unfold Handlebar (Figure 4) 1. Remove the lower and loosen the upper hardware on the handlebar assembly. 2. Loosen the hardware on the shift rod.3. Put the sp...
Page 11 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES
GB - 11 1. Attachment Clutch Lever2. Speed Selector3. Traction Drive Clutch Lever4. Chute Crank 5. Muffler Guard6. Discharge Chute Deflector7. Discharge Chute8. Impeller9. Auger 10. Scraper Blade 11. Auger Gearcase 12. Clean-out Tool13. Oil Fill and Dipstick 14. Gas Tank and Cap15. Recoil Starter Ha...
Page 12 - Dual Handle Interlock; NOTE: DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.; Engine Shutoff Switch; Primer Bulb; OPERATION
GB - 12 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 7 for all Controls and Features locations. Dual Handle Interlock When attachment clutch and then traction drive clutch are engaged, the attachment clutch will remain engaged (lever down) if released. To stop attachment, release traction drive clutch and both ...
Page 14 - FILLING FUEL TANK; Fuel Recommendations; To add fuel to fuel tank:
GB - 14 Discharge Chute Crank IMPORTANT: If chute does not stay in set position, adjust as directed in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 18, or repair before operation.Rotate the chute with the discharge chute crank handle. IMPORTANT: DO NOT force frozen chute controls. If frozen, take to warm place u...
Page 15 - TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY; Manual Start
GB - 15 3. Clean fuel cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt from entering fuel tank. 4. Remove cap. IMPORTANT: See engine manual for correct type and grade of fuel. 5. Fill fuel tank to indicator line in filler neck with unleaded gasoline. 6. Replace fuel cap and tighten.7. ALWAYS clean up any sp...
Page 16 - Shut Off; SNOW REMOVAL; Tips for Operation; TRAVELING; MAINTENANCE; Service Position
GB - 16 9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 until engine starts. (If engine does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 28.) 10. Adjust choke as needed. Shut Off 1. Release traction drive clutch lever and allow unit to come to a complete stop. 2. Run impeller a few minutes after use to prevent freeze-up of...
Page 17 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
GB - 17 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed on a regular basis. More frequent service may be required. * After first five hours of operation. ** After first two hours of operation. CHECK DUAL HANDLE INTERLOCK Without the engine run...
Page 18 - GENERAL LUBRICATION; Auger Shaft; SCRAPER BLADE; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 18 To ensure adequate lubricant level: 1. Remove filler plug (Figure 12). 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...
Page 19 - SHEAR BOLTS; DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR
GB - 19 2. Adjust skid shoes by inserting a spacer of desired thickness under center of scraper blade, loosen skid shoe hardware, slide skid shoes to flat surface. Allow 1/8 in. (3 mm) between scraper blade and hard smooth surfaces. Allow 1-1/4 in. (30 mm) between scraper blade and uneven or gravel ...
Page 20 - DISCHARGE CHUTE; Remove Attachment Drive Belt
GB - 20 DISCHARGE CHUTE If discharge chute does not stay in position while operating, tighten nut on carriage bolt at pivot point to increase tension on spring (Figure 17). SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT To adjust (Figure 18): 1. Disconnect adjustment pivot pin from speed selector arm. Save hardware for ...
Page 21 - Replace Attachment Drive Belt
GB - 21 4. Remove belt finger by removing cap screws mounting belt finger to engine (Figure 20 or Figure 21). 5. Remove attachment drive belt from engine sheave (it may be necessary to turn engine sheave using recoil starter handle). IMPORTANT: To avoid bending bottom cover, when tipping unit apart,...
Page 23 - Remove Attachment Cable Slack
GB - 23 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH/BRAKE ADJUSTMENT Remove Attachment Cable Slack 1. Remove the belt cover.2. Loosen jam nut on cable adjustment barrel, and then turn the adjustment barrel down to shorten cable and remove all cable slack. See Figure 24. 3. With the attachment clutch disengaged, check that th...
Page 26 - FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT
GB - 26 FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT Remove Friction Disc (Figure 31 and Figure 32): 1. Shut off engine, remove key, disconnect spark plug wire and allow unit to cool completely. 2. Place the unit into the service position on a level surface. 3. Remove lockpins from wheel axles and remove wheels. 4. Re...
Page 27 - Fuel System; STORAGE
GB - 27 13. Insert new friction disc assembly into frame. Install washers onto carrier bearing and slide into speed selector arm. 14. Slide hex shaft through new friction disc assembly. Install pinion gear and washer onto hex shaft and slide shaft into right bearing. 15. Install left bearing flange ...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM
GB - 28 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not crank/start. 1. Fuel tank is empty.2. Fuel shut-off valve closed. 3. Build up of dirt and residue around governor/carburetor. 4. Key switch not in run position. 5. Engine start switch turned off. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Open fuel...
Page 29 - SPECIFICATIONS
GB - 29 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 920400 920401 Description Sno-Tek 24 Sno-Tek 26 Engine LCT Storm Force LCT Storm Force Gross Torque* - ft-lbs (N-m) 9.5 (12.9) 9.5 (12.9) Displacement - in. (cc) 12.7 (208) 12.7 (208) High Idle - RPM (min) 3600 ± 50 3600 ± 50 Start Recoil Recoil Fuel Tank Capacity...
Page 30 - Warranty
ARIENS COMPANY GRAVELY ® | STENS ® | LOCKE ® | NATIONAL ® MOWER | BYNORM ® | EVERRIDE ® | GREAT DANE ® Sno-Tek_200930 of 31 Sno-Tek ™ Two-Year Limited Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Sno-Tek brand products will be free from defects in material and workmanship...
Page 31 - Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty
ARIENS COMPANY GRAVELY ® | STENS ® | LOCKE ® | NATIONAL ® | BYNORM ® | EVERRIDE ® | GREAT DANE ® Sno-Tek_200931 of 31 Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Engines and engine accessories are covered only by the engine manufacturer’s warranty and are not covered by this warranty. • Parts ...
