Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
GB - 2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Controls & Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - SAFETY ALERTS; Personal Safety Is Involved!; NOTATIONS; SAFETY
GB - 3 2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the manuals. 3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do not operate the unit unless all controls function as described in this manual. 4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance and adjustments. 5. Review Limited Warranty Pol...
Page 4 - SAFETY RULES
GB - 4 2. DANGER! • Read the Owner’s Manual. • Adjust brush height before operating. • Engage traction drive clutch before attachment clutch. • Operating on irregular terrain could cause the brush to dig in and drive the machine rearward. 3. CAUTION! Engage traction drive clutch before attachment cl...
Page 6 - ASSEMBLY
GB - 6 Before separating brush attachment from unit frame, remove fuel so no spills will occur. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip over during maintenance. ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and panels in good repair, in place and securely fastened. NEVER modify or remove safety devices....
Page 7 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES
GB - 7 Check Engine Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: Engine is shipped with 5W-30 oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. Fill Engine Fuel Tank Refer to Engine Manual for proper type and capacity. Check Function of all Controls Ensure unit runs and performs properly. Refer to Ope...
Page 8 - STANDARD CONTROLS; NOTE: When traveling to or from the; OPERATION
GB - 8 STANDARD CONTROLS See 4 for all Controls and Features locations. Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Lever Squeeze the Traction Drive Clutch Lever against the Handlebar (1) to engage wheel drive for propelling unit. Release lever (2) to stop movement. NOTE: When traveling to or from the area to...
Page 9 - IMPORTANT: Do not activate heated; BRUSH ANGLE ADJUSTMENT
GB - 9 Remote Differential Squeeze and hold the remote differential lever to lock differential so both wheels drive and provide better traction. Release the remote differential lever to allow easier steering. Heated Handles Turn the heated handles switch to the ON (1) position to activate. Turn the ...
Page 10 - FILLING FUEL TANK; Check Function of Clutches; TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY; Manual Start
GB - 10 FILLING FUEL TANK To add fuel to the tank: 1. ALWAYS place unit in an open, well- ventilated area. 2. Stop engine and allow to cool. 3. Clean fuel cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt from entering the fuel tank. 4. Remove cap. IMPORTANT: See engine manual for correct type and grade of f...
Page 11 - Shut Off; USING THE BRUSH; Tips for Sweeping; TRAVELING; STORAGE
GB - 11 6. Repeat until engine starts. (If engine does not start, refer to Troubleshooting.) 7. Adjust choke as needed. 8. Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for adaptation to outside temperature or travel. Set throttle to Fast position for normal operation. Shut Off 1. Release attachmen...
Page 12 - MAINTENANCE; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
GB - 12 Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be required, contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center. SERVICE POSITION IMPORTANT: DO NOT tip unit up onto ...
Page 14 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 14 SPEED SELECTOR ADJUSTMENTTo adjust (Figure 10): 1. Place unit into service position. 2. Disconnect adjustment pivot pin from speed selector lever. 3. Place the speed selector in the fastest forward speed position. 4. Turn the speed selector lever straight down towards the ground as far as it...
Page 16 - TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
GB - 16 d.Finger tighten the jam nut, and then hold the adjuster body with pliers and tighten the jam nut with wrench. 6. Measure the extension of the traction drive clutch spring. 7. Repeat step 5 until traction drive clutch spring lengthens 1/2 -11/16 in.(12.7-17.5 mm) when the traction drive clut...
Page 17 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM
GB - 17 7. Slide hex shaft to the right enough to remove friction disc. 8. Slide new friction disc onto hex shaft. 9. Install pinion sprocket and chain on hex shaft, then replace bearing flanges. 10. Hold wheel so friction disc will not rotate and secure new friction disc to carrier with three hex s...