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Page 2 - Unfold Handlebar

Step One: Unfold 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 second reverse position. 4. Rotate the handlebar into operating position. NOTE : The handlebar has two height positi...

Page 3 - 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 5 - Step Three: Install Chute Control

Step Three: Install Chute Control Assembly Cont. 3. Remove the rubber grommet from the control panel. 4. Make sure the chute control cable is routed between the lower handlebar and the bottom of the control panel, insert control assembly into slot in control panel from below and install assembly int...

Page 6 - Install Discharge Chute Rod

Step Four: Install Discharge Chute Rod NOTE : To ensure the discharge chute follows its full range of travel, make sure the control lever is centered in the slot and pointing straight up before installing the chute rod. 1. Insert chute rod end without ears into control lever and slide into control p...

Page 7 - Install Discharge Chute Rod Cont.

Step Four: Install Discharge Chute Rod Cont. 4. Hook the chute control cable onto the chute rod. IMPORTANT: The chute control cable hook will prevent the cable from contacting the engine or muffler guard. Make sure the cable stays connected while unit is in operation. 5. Check to make sure the chute...

Page 9 - Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock

Step Six: 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 deal...

Page 10 - Check Track Tension

Step Seven: Check Track Tension Check tracking of unit with the differential locked, and tension of tracks (see Track Tension Adjustment in Owners Manual.

Page 11 - Adjust Skid Shoes

Step Eight: 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 12 - Check Auger Gearcase Oil

Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check Auger Gearcase in Owners Manual). Step Nine: Check Auger Gearcase Oil

Page 13 - Check Engine Crankcase Oil

IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. Step Ten: Check Engine Crankcase Oil

Page 14 - Fill Engine Fuel Tank

Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See FILLING FUEL TANK in Owners Manual. Step Eleven: Fill Engine Fuel Tank

Page 15 - Step Twelve: Starting the Engine

Page 16 - 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 17 - Fuel Valve

Starting Engine / Step B: Fuel Valve Turn the fuel shut-off valve to the ON position.

Page 18 - Key

Starting Engine / Step C: Key Insert the key and turn to the ON/START position.

Page 19 - 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 20 - 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 24 - 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 25 - Step Thirteen: Stopping the Engine

Step Thirteen: Stopping the Engine Turn the key to the off position or move throttle control lever to slow and then to the stop position (completely right). Remove the key. Keep away from reach of children. After engine stops, turn the fuel shut-off valve to the closed (vertical) position.

Page 26 - 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...