Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
GB - 2 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 CONTROLS and FEATURES. . . . . . . . 13 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 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 6, 7) 1. Remove the lower and loosen the upper wing knobs on the handlebar assembly. 2. Loosen the wing nuts on the shift rod.3. Put t...
Page 13 - CONTROLS and FEATURES
GB - 13 1. Attachment Clutch Lever2. Speed Selector3. Traction Drive Clutch Lever4. Chute Control5. Oil Fill/Dipstick6. Discharge Chute Deflector7. Discharge Chute8. Impeller9. Clean-Out Tool 10. Auger 11. Scraper Blade 12. Auger Gearcase13. Recoil Starter Handle14. Electric Starter15. Wing Knobs16....
Page 15 - Dual Handle Interlock; OPERATION
GB - 15 Controls AND FEATURES See CONTROLS and FEATURES on page 13 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 Tractio...
Page 17 - Discharge Chute
GB - 17 Discharge Chute Discharge chute rotates 200°.ALWAYS position discharge chute in safe direction and angle, away from operator and bystanders, before starting engine. Discharge Chute Control (921002, 003, 004) IMPORTANT: If chute does not stay in set position, adjust as directed in SERVICE AND...
Page 18 - Filling Fuel Tank; To add fuel to fuel tank:; Wheel Unlocked
GB - 18 Axle Lock Pin (921001) (Figure 20) Use the axle lock pin to lock or unlock the right or left wheel. Lock both wheels to increase traction; unlock one wheel to allow for easier turning of the unit. NOTE: Unit will not drive with both wheels unlocked. Scraper Blade The scraper blade allows the...
Page 19 - Check Function of Clutches; To Stop in an Emergency; Manual Start
GB - 19 5. Fill fuel tank to within 1/2 in. (1.2 cm) below bottom of filler neck with unleaded gasoline. NOTE: Tank capacity is 1 gallon (3.8 liters). 6. Replace Fuel Cap and tighten.7. ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel. Pre-Start 1. Frozen Impeller IMPORTANT: Before starting engine, check impeller t...
Page 20 - Shut Off; Snow Removal; Tips for Operation; Traveling
GB - 20 7. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until it pulls harder. Let rope rewind slowly. 8. Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke. Let rope rewind slowly. IMPORTANT: DO NOT let Starter Handle snap against Starter. 9. Repeat steps 7 and 8 until engine starts. (If engine doe...
Page 21 - Service Position; MAINTENANCE
GB - 21 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. Service Position Place unit on a flat level surface....
Page 23 - General Lubrication
GB - 23 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 friction disc, friction plate or belts. NOTE: Appl...
Page 24 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 24 Scraper Blade IMPORTANT: Damage to auger/impeller housing will result if blade wears down too far. Scraper blade is adjustable to compensate for wear. To adjust scraper blade: 1. Tip unit back onto handlebar, support housing and loosen nuts retaining blade. 2. Adjust runners to fully raised ...
Page 27 - Speed Selector Adjustment; Remove Attachment Cable Slack
GB - 27 Speed Selector Adjustment To adjust (Figure 33): 1. Disconnect adjustment pivot pin from speed selector lever by removing hair pin. 2. Place the speed selector in the fastest forward speed position. 3. Turn the speed selector lever straight down towards the ground as far as it will go. 4. Th...
Page 29 - Check Attachment Brake
GB - 29 2. Adjust attachment idler position. See Figure 38. a. Loosen idler adjustment nut.b. To increase spring extension, move idler closer to belts and tighten adjustment nut. Return to Step 1. c. To decrease spring extension, move idler away from belts and tighten adjustment nut. Return to Step ...
Page 30 - Check Belt Finger Clearance; Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment
GB - 30 2. If there is less than 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) gap between brake pad and belts, follow these steps: a. To increase brake pad gap, loosen idler adjustment nut, and move idler away from belt. Position idler to achieve a 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) minimum brake pad gap and a 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) minimum gap be...
Page 33 - Traction Drive Belt Replacement
GB - 33 5. Check adjustment. See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 27 6. Reconnect chute crank and secure with spring clip. Reconnect chute lock cable and deflector cable. 7. Replace belt cover. Traction Drive Belt Replacement NOTE: Replacement will be easier with housing and frame tipped a...
Page 34 - Friction Disc Replacement
GB - 34 Friction Disc Replacement 1. Shut off engine, remove key, disconnect spark plug wire and allow unit to cool completely. 2. Place unit into service position on a level surface. 3. Remove both wheels.4. Remove bottom cover by removing six hex bolts. 5. Disconnect pivot pin from the speed selec...
Page 35 - Fuel System; STORAGE
GB - 35 Short Term IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high pressure water or store unit outdoors.Run with attachment clutch engaged a few minutes after each use to free unit of any loose or melting snow. Close fuel shut-off valve. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or damage.Keep all nut...
Page 36 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM
GB - 36 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. Electric starter not functioning. 1. Fill fuel tank.2. Open fue...
Page 37 - SPECIFICATIONS
GB - 37 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 921001 921002 921003 921004 Description ST824E ST1027LE ST1130DLE ST924DLE Engine - Tecumseh LH318SA Tecumseh LH358SA Tecumseh LH358SA Tecumseh LH318SA Power Max - HP (kW) 8.0 (5.97) 10.0 (7.46) 11.0 (8.20) 9.25 (6.90) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min -1 ) 3600 ± 150 Di...
