Page 2 - DISCLAIMER; TABLE OF CONTENTS
GB - 2 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 CONTROLS and FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 MAINTENANCE . ....
Page 3 - SAFETY ALERTS; Personal Safety Is Involved!; NOTATIONS; SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS; SAFETY
GB - 3 NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, go to www.ariens.com on the internet. 2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the manuals. 3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do not operate the Sno-Thro unless all controls function as described in this manual. 4. Revie...
Page 4 - SAFETY RULES
GB - 4 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 before asse...
Page 7 - ASSEMBLY
GB - 7 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 wing knobs on the handlebar assembly. 2. Loosen the wing nuts on the shift rod. 3. Put th...
Page 8 - Install Discharge Chute Crank
GB - 8 Install Discharge Chute Crank 1. Remove the cover from the gear assembly on the discharge chute. 2. Release the lock teeth on the gear assembly with your finger and rotate the discharge chute 90 ° left. 3. Remove and save the hairpin from the control assembly underneath the control panel. NOT...
Page 9 - Deflector Remote
GB - 9 6. Insert the chute lock cable fitting into the bracket on the chute pedestal, and then connect the chute lock cable to the lock teeth by fitting the cable ball end into the slot on the lock teeth. NOTE: Press down on lock teeth with your finger to align the cable ball end with the slot. 7. R...
Page 11 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES
GB - 11 1. Attachment Clutch Lever 2. Speed Selector 3. Deflector Remote Control 4. Chute Control 5. Traction Drive Clutch Lever 6. Oil Fill/Dipstick 7. Muffler Guard (926002, 003, 016, 500, 501) 8. Discharge Chute Deflector 9. Discharge Chute 10. Impeller 11. Clean-Out Tool 12. Auger 13. Scraper Bl...
Page 13 - NOTE: DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.; OPERATION
GB - 13 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 10 or Figure 11 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 Cl...
Page 15 - Discharge Chute Control; NOTE: Unit will not drive with both wheels unlocked.; Scraper Blade
GB - 15 Discharge Chute Control IMPORTANT: If chute does not stay in set position, adjust as directed in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 22, or repair before operation. Rotate the Chute with Discharge Chute Control. IMPORTANT: DO NOT force frozen chute controls. If frozen, take to warm place until c...
Page 16 - FILLING FUEL TANK; To add fuel to fuel tank:
GB - 16 FILLING FUEL TANK Fuel Shut-Off Valve IMPORTANT: The fuel shut-off valve MUST be in the closed position prior to transporting the unit. The fuel shut-off valve has two positions: To add fuel to fuel tank: 1. ALWAYS place unit in open or well-ventilated area. 2. Stop engine and allow to cool....
Page 17 - Check Dual Handle Interlock; TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY; Manual Start
GB - 17 3. Check Dual Handle Interlock Without the engine running, press down (engage) both clutch levers. Release attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch should remain engaged until traction clutch lever is released, then both clutches must disengage. If clutches do not engage or disengage prope...
Page 18 - Shut Off; SNOW REMOVAL; Tips for Operation; TRAVELING
GB - 18 5. Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold engine. NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F (-26° C) additional priming may be needed. 6. Insert key into ignition switch on engine and push into "Run" position. DO NOT twist key after it is inserted. 7. If engine is cold, apply choke. A w...
Page 19 - SERVICE POSITION; CHECK DUAL HANDLE INTERLOCK; CHECK CLUTCH OPERATION; MAINTENANCE; Service Position; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
GB - 19 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 20 - IMPORTANT: Proper oil level must be maintained.; Auger Shaft
GB - 20 CLEAN ENGINE Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. CHECK ENGINE OIL The engine crankcase oil should be checked every 5 hours of operation. Oil level MUST be maintained in safe operating range on dipstick at all times or engine damage will result (See Engine Manual). Park unit on ...
Page 22 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 22 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 25 - SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT
GB - 25 If chute does not rotate freely: Tighten the cable by loosening the upper adjustment nut, and then tightening the lower adjustment nut against the bracket (Figure 29). SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT To adjust (Figure 30): 1. Place unit into service position. 2. Disconnect adjustment pivot pin fro...
Page 27 - TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT
GB - 27 TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT If drive slips, adjust traction clutch to compensate for friction disc wear. To adjust traction clutch: 1. Place speed selector in fastest forward speed. 2. Place unit in service position. 3. Measure the length of the traction drive clutch spring at the top o...
Page 28 - Install new attachment drive belt:; TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
GB - 28 Install new attachment drive belt: 1. Place new attachment belt onto attachment pulley. NOTE: Holding down the attachment clutch lever will make it easier to reconnect the housing and frame. 2. Tip housing and frame back together and secure with hex bolts. 3. Place belt onto engine sheave. 4...
Page 29 - FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT
GB - 29 FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT 1. Place unit into service position. 2. Remove bottom cover by removing six hex bolts. 3. With axle locked, hold one wheel so friction disc will not rotate and remove three cap screws holding friction disc to carrier. 4. Remove both wheels. 5. Remove right and left ...
Page 30 - SHORT TERM; STORAGE
GB - 30 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 n...
Page 31 - TROUBLESHOOTING
GB - 31 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. Ignition switch starter circuit not functioning. 6. Battery d...
Page 32 - SPECIFICATIONS
GB - 32 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 926001 926002 926003 926013 Description ST926LE ST11528LE ST1332LE ST8526DLE Engine - Tecumseh LH318SA Tecumseh OH318SA Tecumseh OH358SA Tecumseh LH318SA Power Max - HP (kW) 9.0 (6.7) 11.5 (8.6) 13.0 (9.7) 8.5 (6.3) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min -1 ) 3600 ± 150 Displ...
