Page 2 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES; The engine exhaust from this product; WARNING
2 ENGLISH 1. Auger Clutch Bail2. Recoil Starter Handle3. Handlebar Knob4. Chute Deflector Handle5. Exhaust6. Discharge Chute Deflector 7. Discharge Chute8. Auger Housing9. Auger 10. Scraper Blade11. Discharge Chute Rotation Handle 12. Fuel Tank and Cap13. Cowl14. Auger Control Cable15. Upper Handleb...
Page 3 - ENGLISH; THE MANUAL; PRODUCT REGISTRATION; INTRODUCTION
GB - 3 ENGLISH Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Operati...
Page 4 - SAFETY; DELIVERY
GB - 4 SAFETY DELIVERY Customer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to: • Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual . If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, ...
Page 5 - SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS
GB - 5 SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure below for Safety Decal locations. 1 & 2. DANGER Keep clear of auger while engine is running. SAFETY Read operator’s manual. • Allow operation only by properly trained adult, never children. Stop e...
Page 6 - SAFETY RULES
GB - 6 SAFETY RULES Walk Around Inspection Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area to understand: • Work area. • Your unit. • All safety decals. Work Area ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating along streets or ...
Page 8 - Handlebar Assembly; Discharge Chute Assembly; CHECKLIST; ASSEMBLY
GB - 8 TOOLS REQUIRED • 7/16" Open-end wrench TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON 1. Cut off top of carton. 2. Remove front and rear inserts and literature pack. 3. Cut out back of carton and roll unit out. 4. Remove protective packaging materials. ASSEMBLY Handlebar Assembly 1. Remove retaining nuts and...
Page 9 - OPERATION
GB - 9 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Refer to Figure 1 on the inside front cover for controls and features locations. Ignition Switch The ignition switch is operated with a removable key that has two positions. "STOP" Position: Ignition system is shut down. "RUN" Position: All controls are o...
Page 11 - STARTING AND SHUTOFF; Manual Start; Shutoff
GB - 11 STARTING AND SHUTOFF IMPORTANT: At start up, allow unit and engine to adjust to the outdoor temperatures before clearing snow. Before shut off, run auger a few minutes to prevent freeze-up of auger. NOTE: Try out each control without the engine running to see how they work and what they do. ...
Page 12 - TO THROW SNOW; Tips for Operation; TO TRAVEL TO ANOTHER WORK AREA
GB - 12 TO THROW SNOW To propel unit and throw snow: 1. Start engine. 2. Squeeze auger clutch bail against handlebar to engage auger. 3. Lift handlebar so auger contacts surface to be cleared. Lift the handlebar only high enough to propel unit forward. NOTE: Do not lift so high to allow snow to kick...
Page 13 - MAINTENANCE
GB - 13 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Some adjustments must be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedul...
Page 14 - TO ADJUST BELT FINGER; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 14 SERVICE POSITION Place unit on a flat level surface. TO ADJUST DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR If discharge chute deflector does not stay in set position during operation, adjust chute by tightening fasteners evenly until deflector stays in position. NOTE: Use a T30 Torx Drive or a 3/16” (.19 cm) ...
Page 15 - TO ADJUST AUGER CONTROL CABLE; TO ADJUST IDLER POSITION
GB - 15 TO ADJUST AUGER CONTROL CABLE There must ALWAYS be some slight noticeable slack in the auger control cable when the auger is disengaged. This allows Extension Spring to pull idler Arm/Brake, which applies the brake to the Belt. The auger clutch bail should travel 6-3/4 to 7-1/4” (17.1-18.4 c...
Page 16 - PROBLEM; STORAGE
GB - 16 UNIT Run with auger clutch engaged a few minutes after each use to free unit of any loose or melting snow. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or damage. Order any parts required and make necessary repairs to avoid delays when beginning use again. Keep all nuts, bolts and screws...
Page 17 - SERVICE PARTS
GB - 17 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 938015 938016 Description 322 522 Engine Power - HP (KW) - 2 Cycle 3 (2.24) 5 (3.73) Engine Operating Fast Idle Speed - RPM 4300 3600 Engine Displacement - cu. in. (cc) 6.0 (98) 8.46 (139) Fuel See Engine Manual for type and grade Fuel to Oil Mix See engine manual...
Page 18 - Year Limited Warranty; DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY; LIMITATION OF REMEDY AND DAMAGES
GB - 18 2 Year Limited Warranty Ariens Company warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufacturedby Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a periodof two (2) years after the date of purchase, and will repair any defect in material orworkmanship, ...
Page 19 - Usage Requirement
GB - 19 DURA-CLEAN™ AugerLimited Lifetime Warranty Ariens Company hereby warrants to the original purchaser that the rubber componentsof the DURA-CLEAN™ Auger manufactured by Ariens Company will be free fromdefects in material and workmanship and will not wear out for the life of the sno-thro, excep...
