Page 2 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION; TABLE OF CONTENTS
GB - 2 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Controls & Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - SAFETY
GB - 3 DISCLAIMER Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be ...
Page 5 - SAFETY RULES
GB - 5 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, maintenance or s...
Page 7 - Handlebar Assembly; ASSEMBLY
GB - 7 Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, t...
Page 10 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES; OPERATION
GB - 10 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See figure 6 for controls and features locations. Ignition Switch Ignition switch is operated by a removable key that has two positions. 1. STOP2. RUN Auger Clutch Bail Squeeze auger clutch bail against handlebar to engage auger. Release auger clutch bail to disengage a...
Page 11 - FILLING FUEL TANK
GB - 11 IMPORTANT: DO NOT force a frozen discharge chute. Start engine and run for 3-5 minutes to thaw. If still frozen, take to a warm place until controls are free. Discharge Chute Deflector ALWAYS position discharge chute deflector at a safe angle before starting engine.DO NOT throw snow any high...
Page 12 - Manual Start; SNOW REMOVAL
GB - 12 STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY Immediately release auger clutch bail to stop unit in an emergency. Stop engine, remove key and wait for all rotating parts to stop before leaving operator’s position. STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust to the outdoor temperature bef...
Page 13 - Tips for Operation; TRANSPORT; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
GB - 13 Tips for Operation Snow is best removed as soon as possible after a snow fall. To clear an area, run unit in an overlapping series of paths. For large areas, start in the middle and throw snow to each side, so snow is not cleared more than once. ALWAYS direct snow away from area to be cleare...
Page 14 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 14 SERVICE POSITION Place unit on a flat level surface. DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT Remove (Figure 8) 1. Remove cowl.2. Disconnect extension spring on idler arm/brake. 3. Remove auger drive pulley. 4. Remove old belt. Install (Figure 8) 1. Install new belt on drive pulley and idlers.2. Install drive...
Page 15 - DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT; Adjust Cable
GB - 15 DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT If discharge chute deflector does not stay in position while throwing snow, adjust chute by tightening fasteners (figure 10). DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT Adjust Auger Control Cable (Figure 11) 1. Measure bail spring length with auger clutch bail DISENGAGED. 2. ...
Page 16 - Check Auger Stopping Time
GB - 16 3. Loosen belt finger and rotate until there is 1/32 – 1/16 in. (0.8 – 1.6 mm) gap between belt finger and drive belt. 4. Tighten belt finger. 5. Recheck gap between belt finger and drive belt. Adjust belt finger until there is 1/32 – 1/16 in. (0.8 – 1.6 mm) gap between belt finger and drive...
Page 17 - SHORT TERM; LONG TERM; STORAGE
GB - 17 SHORT TERM IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit withhigh-pressure water or store unit outdoors.Run with attachment clutch engaged a few minutes after each use to free unit of any loose or melting snow. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or damage.Keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly...
Page 18 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM; ACCESSORIES
GB - 18 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not crank/start 1. Key not in RUN position.2. Fuel tank empty.3. Clogged fuel filter. 4. Faulty electric starter or wire connections. 1. Turn key to RUN position.2. Fill fuel tank.3. Replace fuel filter. See Engine Manual. 4. Cont...
Page 19 - SPECIFICATIONS
GB - 19 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 938017 938018 938019 938117 Description SS522EC SS722EC SS522 SS522EC Engine - Tecumseh (Two-Cycle) TH139SA TH139SP TH139SA TH139SA Power Max – HP (Kw/min -1 ) 5 (3.73) 7 (5.22) 5 (3.73) Fast Idle Speed – RPM (min -1 ) 3950 ± 150 Displacement – in. (cc) 8.46 (139)...