Ariens 924508 - 1128- Manuals

Page 4 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES

4 ENGLISH 1. Traction Drive Clutch Lever 2. Throttle (Engine Stop)3. Choke Control Knob4. Differential Lock (924122, 332, 505, 506, 508) 5. Ignition Key, push-pull (924121, 122) 6. Primer Bulb7. Muffler Guard8. Discharge Chute Deflector 9. Runner 10. Solenoid Compartment (924332, 505, 506, 508) 11. ...

Page 6 - DISCLAIMER; TABLE OF CONTENTS

GB - 6 Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 7 - SAFETY

GB - 7 DELIVERY Customer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to: 1. Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual. If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact...

Page 9 - SAFETY RULES

GB - 9 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 assembly, maint...

Page 12 - Handlebar and Shift Rod; ASSEMBLY

GB - 12 Tools Required: • Pliers• Open-End Wrenches: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16" and/or Adjustable Wrench • Tire Gauge PACKAGE CONTENTS ASSEMBLY Handlebar and Shift Rod 1. Remove lower wing knobs on handlebar assembly (Figure 5). 2. Remove upper wing nut and bolt on shift rod. 3. Loosen upper wing kno...

Page 14 - OPERATION

GB - 14 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 dealer...

Page 16 - Discharge Chute Deflector; Discharge Chute; Heated Handles; Wheel Unlocked

GB - 16 Discharge Chute Deflector ALWAYS position discharge chute deflector at a safe angle before starting engine.DO NOT throw snow any higher than necessary.Push deflector handle forward or down to throw snow lower. Pull deflector handle up or to the rear to throw snow higher. IMPORTANT: If Chute ...

Page 17 - FILLING FUEL TANK; To add fuel to fuel tank:; TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY

GB - 17 Scraper Blade The scraper blade allows the back of the housing to keep better contact with the surface being cleared. It also prevents damage to the housing from normal wear. IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow Scraper Blade to wear too far or Auger/Impeller housing will become damaged. Runners The runn...

Page 18 - STARTING AND SHUT OFF; Manual Start; Electric Start

GB - 18 STARTING AND SHUT OFF IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust to the outdoor temperatures before clearing snow. Before shut-off, run the attachment a few minutes to prevent freeze-up. NOTE: Try out each control without the engine running to see how it works and what it does. Manual Start ...

Page 19 - Shut Off; SNOW REMOVAL; Tips for Operation; TRAVELING; MAINTENANCE

GB - 19 IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 15 seconds per minute, as overheating and damage can occur. (If engine does not start, refer to Troubleshooting .) 7. Adjust choke as needed.8. Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for travel or adaptation to outside temperature. Once ach...

Page 20 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

GB - 20 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed on a regular basis. More frequent service may be required. * After first two hours of operation. CHECK DUAL HANDLE INTERLOCK Without the engine running, press down (engage) both clutch le...

Page 21 - GENERAL LUBRICATION; Auger Shaft

GB - 21 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 l...

Page 22 - Terminals; DISCHARGE CHUTE; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

GB - 22 CLEAN BATTERY (924332, 505, 506, 508) IMPORTANT: Battery is maintenance free. Do not tamper with or attempt to open battery. See Service and Adjustments for charging procedures. Terminals Keep battery and its terminals clean. IMPORTANT: Remove battery from unit before cleaning.Remove corrosi...

Page 24 - SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT

GB - 24 SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENT To adjust (Figure 17): 1. Place unit into service position. 2. Remove hair pin from adjustment pivot pin. 3. Pull shift rod and pin out of speed selector lever. 4. Place the speed selector in the fastest reverse speed position. 5. Pull the shift rod straight up towa...

Page 25 - DRIVE CHAIN

GB - 25 6. Adjust spring length. NOTE: Approximately 1/8 in. (3 mm) movement of the idler will change spring extension by 1/8 in. (3 mm). a. Loosen the idler adjustment nut. b. To increase spring extension, move idler towards belt (Figure 21). c. To decrease spring extension, move idler away from be...

Page 26 - Remove old attachment drive belt:

GB - 26 ATTACHMENT DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Remove old attachment drive belt: 1. Shut off engine and allow to cool completely. 2. Remove belt cover (Figure 20). 3. Remove spring clip from chute crank to remove chute crank. 4. Remove hardware holding chute strap to engine bracket and lift discharge chu...

Page 27 - Install new attachment drive belt:; FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT

GB - 27 8. Remove cap screws securing housing to frame (one on each side). Tip housing and frame apart on pivot pins (Figure 20). 9. Remove attachment drive belt from attachment pulley (hold brake away from belt). Install new attachment drive belt: 1. Place new attachment belt onto attachment pulley...

Page 28 - SHORT TERM; STORAGE; SERVICE PARTS

GB - 28 BATTERY (924332, 505, 506, 508) Charging 1. Place unit on a level surface and shut off engine. 2. Disconnect negative (-) cable first, then positive (+) cable. 3. Loosen wing nut and remove battery. Place battery on bench or other well ventilated place. 4. Connect positive (+) lead of charge...

Page 29 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM

GB - 29 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 dis...

Page 32 - The engine exhaust from this product; WARNING

Ariens Company 655 West Ryan StreetP.O. Box 157Brillion, WI 54110-0157920-756-2141Fax 920-756-2407www.ariens.com The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING