Page 2 - Step One: Assemble Handlebars; NOTE: The Ariens company has made changes to
Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: The Ariens company has made changes to packaging that affects this serial number range. If the upper handlebars on your unit came already attached please disregard the following six slides. Not attached Attached
Page 9 - Assemble Handlebar
Step One: Assemble Handlebar 1. Remove the lower and loosen the upper hardware on the handlebar assembly. 2. Loosen the hardware on the shift rod. 3. Put the speed selector lever in the sixth forward position. 4. Rotate the handlebar into operating position. NOTE: Be careful not to damage cable spri...
Page 10 - Install Discharge Chute
Step Two: Install Discharge Chute 1. Grease underside of discharge chute ring (if not already greased). 2. Remove mounting hardware from auger housing. 3. Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing. Finger tighten the mounting hardware removed above. NOTE: Leave discharge chute pedest...
Page 11 - Discharge Chute Crank
Step Three: Install Discharge Chute Crank 1. Remove the gear cover from top of chute pedestal. 2. Insert the short end of the chute crank into the hole in the front of the control panel. NOTE: Be careful not to damage nylon bushing when attaching crank to the dash. 3. Connect the chute crank to the ...
Page 13 - Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock
Step Five: Check Function of 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 they do not, contact your dea...
Page 14 - Check Track Tension
Step Six: Check Track Tension Check tracking of unit with the differential locked, and tension of tracks (see Track Tension Adjustment in Owners Manual.
Page 15 - Adjust Skid Shoes
Step Seven: Adjust Skid Shoes IMPORTANT: Skid shoes should be adjusted as conditions require. Allow 1/8 in. (3mm) between scraper blade and hard smooth surfaces. Allow 7/8 in (22 mm) between scraper blade and uneven or gravel surfaces. (See Skid Shoes in Owners Manual).
Page 16 - Check Auger Gearcase Oil
Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check Auger Gearcase in Owners Manual). Step Eight: Check Auger Gearcase Oil
Page 17 - Check Engine Crankcase Oil
IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. Step Nine: Check Engine Crankcase Oil
Page 18 - Fill Engine Fuel Tank
Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See FILLING FUEL TANK in Owners Manual. Remove the plug from the fuel tank and install the fuel cap located in the attached bag. Step Ten: Fill Engine Fuel Tank
Page 19 - Step Eleven: Starting the Engine
Page 20 - Throttle
Starting Engine / Step A: Throttle Move the throttle control lever to the fast position. Operate the engine with the throttle control lever in the fast position.
Page 21 - Fuel Valve
Starting Engine / Step B: Fuel Valve Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the ON position.
Page 22 - Key
Starting Engine / Step C: Key Insert the key and turn to the ON/START position.
Page 23 - Choke; Choke is
Starting Engine / Step D: Choke Turn the choke control knob to the choke position. NOTE: Choke is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.
Page 24 - Prime; Priming is
Starting Engine / Step E: Prime Push the primer two times. Be sure to cover vent hole on primer bulb. NOTE: Priming is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.
Page 25 - If the engine
Starting Engine / Step F: (Manual Start) Firmly hold the starter cord handle. Pull the starter cord handle slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. NOTE: If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, go to BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM or call 1-800-233-3723.
Page 28 - Warm up
Starting Engine / Step H: Warm up Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. Then, slowly move the choke control knob to the run position.
Page 29 - Step Twelve: Stopping the Engine
Step Twelve: Stopping the Engine Turn the key to the off position or move throttle control lever to slow and then to the stop position (completely left). Remove the key. Keep away from reach of children. After engine stops, turn the fuel shut-off valve to the closed (vertical) position.
Page 30 - Additional Resources; Refer to Owners Manual and Engine Manual
Additional Resources • Refer to Owners Manual and Engine Manual • Contact Ariens Company www.ariens.com Phone: 920-756-4688 E-mail: [email protected] • For issues concerning engine, please contact Briggs and Stratton www.BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com Phone: 800-233-3723 2012 The Ariens Company. All rights res...