Page 4 - • Record Unit Model and Serial numbers; PRODUCT REGISTRATION; TABLE OF CONTENTS; Figure 2
GB - 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 5 - SAFETY
GB - 5 DISCLAIMER Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be ...
Page 6 - REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING; Figure 3
GB - 6 REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation. SAFETY DECA...
Page 7 - SAFETY RULES
GB - 7 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 9 - ASSEMBLY
GB - 9 This product is equipped with an internal combustion type engine. DO NOT use unit on or near any unimproved, forest-covered or brush covered land unless exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester, if it is used, must be m...
Page 12 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES; Figure 9
GB - 12 1. Traction Drive Clutch Bail2. Speed Selector 3. Chute Crank (932037, 039, 505, 507, 508) 4. Muffler Guard (932037, 039, 505, 507, 508) 5. Discharge Chute Deflector 6. Discharge Chute 7. Impeller8. Auger 9. Auger Gearcase 10. Scraper Blade 11. Oil Fill and Dipstick 12. Gas Tank and Cap 13. ...
Page 13 - OPERATION
GB - 13 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 9 for all Controls and Features locations. Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Bail Squeeze the Traction Drive Clutch Bail against the Handlebar (1) to engage wheel drive for propelling unit. Forward speed will vary according to snow depth and moisture content....
Page 14 - Discharge chute rotates 195°.
GB - 14 1. Choke Closed position: chokes off air to engine for easier start. 2. Choke Open position: allows for normal operation. IMPORTANT: Gradually open choke after engine starts. Throttle The throttle controls the engine speed. To increase or decrease the engine speed, adjust to:1. Fast (normal ...
Page 15 - FILLING FUEL TANK; To add fuel to fuel tank:; Wheel Unlocked
GB - 15 Axle Lock Pin (Figure 10) Use the axle lock pin to lock or unlock the right wheel. Lock the right wheel to increase traction; unlock the right wheel to allow for easier turning of the unit. Scraper Blade The scraper blade allows the back of the housing to keep better contact with the surface...
Page 16 - Manual Start
GB - 16 4. Adjust Runners Check and adjust Runners (see Service and Adjustments). Allow 1/8 in. (3 mm) between scraper blade and hard, smooth surface(s). Allow 1-1/4 in. (30 mm) between scraper blade and uneven or gravel surfaces. 5. Check Engine Fuel & Crankcase Oil Check and add fuel if requir...
Page 17 - Shut Off; SNOW REMOVAL; Tips for Operation; TRAVELING; MAINTENANCE
GB - 17 Shut Off 1. Release Traction Drive Clutch Bail and allow unit to come to a complete stop. 2. Run Impeller a few minutes after use to prevent freeze-up of Impeller. 3. Release Attachment Clutch Bail and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. 4. Move Throttle to the “Stop” posit...
Page 18 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
GB - 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed on a regular basis. More frequent service may be required. CHECK FASTENERS Make sure all hardware is tightened properly. CHECK CLUTCHES Auger / impeller must stop within 3 seconds when at...
Page 19 - GENERAL LUBRICATION; Auger Shaft; DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR; Grease; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 19 GENERAL LUBRICATION IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before and after lubrication.IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to get on friction disc, friction plate or belts.NOTE: Apply Stens Mix Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the lubrication fittings. See Service Parts.Sno-Thro should be lubr...
Page 21 - Remove Attachment Drive Belt
GB - 21 2. Pull shift rod and adjustment pivot pin out of speed selector lever. 3. Place the speed selector lever in the fastest forward speed position. 4. Pull the shift rod straight down towards the ground as far as it will go. 5. Thread the adjustment pivot pin along the shift rod until it aligns...
Page 22 - Replace Attachment Drive Belt; Impeller Brake Adjustment below.
GB - 22 Replace Attachment Drive Belt 1. Place new belt onto lower pulley and while holding brake out of way, tip unit together. 2. Secure blower housing to frame with cap screws. 3. Place belt onto engine sheave.4. Make sure engine sheave and attachment pulley align. If alignment is necessary, loos...
Page 25 - FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT; Remove Friction Disc
GB - 25 FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT Remove Friction Disc (Figure 24): 1. Shut off engine, remove key, disconnect spark plug wire and allow unit to cool completely. 2. Tip the unit up onto front housing on a level surface. 3. Remove lockpins from wheel axles and remove wheels. 4. Remove two (2) bolts f...
Page 26 - SHORT TERM; STORAGE
GB - 26 9. Reinstall one nut to keep the inside bearing cap in place. 10. Remove bearing cap/bushing and washer from right side of unit. 11. Reinstall nuts on screws through side frame to keep screws in place. 12. Slide friction disc assembly and hex shaft to the right until the left end of shaft is...
Page 27 - PROBLEM
GB - 27 To obtain a complete parts manual, find your model and serial number. Then go to www.ariens.com or call 1-920-756-4688. SERVICE PARTS Order the following parts through your Dealer: Part No. Description 00036800 Stens Mix Hi-Temp Grease (3, 3 oz. cartridges) 21533400 Spark Plug (932038, 507) ...
Page 28 - TROUBLESHOOTING
GB - 28 Does not operate in Forward/Reverse. 1. Friction disc not adjusted properly. 2. Traction belt not functioning. 1. Repair or replace friction disc. See Friction Disc Replacement. 2. Repair or replace traction drive belt. See Traction Drive Belt Replacement. Small rubber beads collect in frame...
Page 29 - SPECIFICATIONS; A O
GB - 29 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 932037 932038 932039 932505 932507 932508 Description 724 5 5 20 624 724 520 624 Engine - Tecumseh OH195SA LH195S P OH195S LH195S A O H195SA Power Max - HP (Kw/min -1 ) 7.0 (5.22) 5.5 (4.1) 6.0 (4.48) 7.0 (5.22) 5.0 (3.73) 6.0 (4.48) Fast Idle Speed-RPM (min -1 ) ...
Page 30 - DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY
GB - 30 3-Year Limited Sno-Thro Warranty Ariens Company warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufactured by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of three (3) years after the date of purchase, and will repair any defect in material or...
