Ariens Platinum 30- Manuals

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...

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...

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...

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...

Step Seven: Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to the pressure listed on tire sidewall.

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).

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

IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with 5W-30 oil in crankcase. Refer to engine manual for detailed instructions. Step Ten: Check Engine Crankcase Oil (Ariens AX)

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

Starting Engine / Step A: Choke Turn throttle all the way up. Turn choke ON.

Starting Engine / Step B: Rocker Switch Push rocker switch to RUN position.

Starting Engine / Step C: Fuel Shut Off Valve Turn fuel petcock to ON position.

Starting Engine / Step D: Key Install Safety Key Switch. Insert ignition key into slot but DO NOT turn the key. Be sure ignition key snaps into place.

Starting Engine / Step E: Prime Prime system: 3 primes maximum. DO NOT over prime system. Make sure to cover the vent hole on primer bulb before the primer bulb is compressed. Hold the primer bulb in the compressed position for one full second each time you press it. Repeat for a total of 3 primes.

Starting Engine / Step G: (Electric Start) Press and hold starter button. Note : Do not hold the electric starter button down for more than 5 seconds. Wait at least 1 minute before additional starting attempts.

Starting Engine / Step H: Warm up Allow the engine to warm up for 1-2 minutes, move the choke control to the CHOKE OFF position.

Step Thirteen: Stopping the Engine (Ariens AX) Under normal conditions: 1. Turn throttle down. 2. Push rocker switch to STOP position. 3. Pull safety key OUT. To stop engine in an emergency, flip the Rocker Switch to the STOP position, OR Pull Safety Key from Engine.

Additional Resources • Refer to Owners Manual and Engine Manual • Contact Ariens Company www.ariens.com Phone: 920-756-4688 E-mail: [email protected] 2013 The Ariens Company. All rights reserved.