Page 2 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES; The engine exhaust from this product; WARNING
2 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 1 OS1503 OS0241 2 3 4 23 24 1 19 20 21 22 15 13 11 6 5 10 12 14 16 17 18 9 7 8 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING
Page 4 - PRODUCT REGISTRATION; TABLE OF CONTENTS
GB - 4 Controls and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 5 - SAFETY
GB - 5 DELIVERY Customer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to: • Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual. If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact ...
Page 7 - Walk Around Inspection
GB - 7 3. IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION CAUTION: For personal protection refer to owner’s manual for important safety and maintenance information. ASSEMBLY SAFETY RULES Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly. Failure to follow instructions...
Page 8 - Hazardous Slopes; FUEL SAFETY RULES
GB - 8 Understand: • How to operate all controls• The functions of all controls• How to STOP in an Emergency Rotating auger/impeller can cause serious injury. DO NOT unclog unit while engine is running. When leaving operator’s position for any reason, ALWAYS disengage auger/ impeller, stop unit and ...
Page 9 - Handlebar Assembly; ASSEMBLY
GB - 9 Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE SAFETY RULES Before tipping unit up onto housing, rem...
Page 10 - Discharge Chute Assembly
GB - 10 Discharge Chute Assembly 1. Remove bolt and nut from rear of discharge chute (Figure 6). 2. Tip discharge chute up and install hardware just removed. Tighten hardware at rear of discharge chute first, then sides. DS0072 4 3 1 6 2 5 Figure 5 1. Lower Handle Bar 2. Upper Handle Bar 3. Auger Cl...
Page 11 - Ignition Switch; OPERATION
GB - 11 Discharge Chute Crank Assembly (938017, 018) 1. Remove nut from bolt that holds recoil starter handle bracket in place (Figure 7). 2. Pull the chute crank assembly up so hole in chute crank bracket fits behind/under lower handle bar and over bolt end. NOTE: DO NOT pull chute crank bracket pa...
Page 12 - FILLING FUEL TANK
GB - 12 IMPORTANT: Check clutch/brake function before each use. If auger clutch bail moves freely with no resistance before contacting handlebar, adjust or repair unit before operating. Primer Bulb Push in the primer bulb to add fuel for easier engine start. See Starting and Shut Off . Choke Control...
Page 13 - Check for Frozen Auger; STARTING AND SHUTOFF; Manual Start
GB - 13 1. ALWAYS place unit in open or well ventilated area. 2. Stop engine and allow to cool.3. See engine manual for proper fuel/oil mixture. 4. Clean fuel cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt from entering fuel tank. 5. Remove cap.6. Fill fuel tank with mixture. Tank capacity is 1.2 quarts (...
Page 14 - Shutoff; TO THROW SNOW; Tips for Operation; TO TRANSPORT UNIT
GB - 14 9. When engine has started, open choke slowly by gradually pushing choke control knob in. Electric Start (938017, 938018) IMPORTANT: DO NOT crank engine for more than 20 seconds. ALWAYS allow starter to cool down for 10 minutes between each try or starter will be damaged. 1. Turn discharge c...
Page 15 - GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; CLEAN UNIT; MAINTENANCE
GB - 15 GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS Some adjustments must be made periodically to properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the Service and Adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedul...
Page 16 - SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
GB - 16 SERVICE POSITION Place unit on a flat level surface. HANDLEBARS Adjust upper handlebar by selecting alternate holes for "J" Bolts. Tighten handlebar knobs to secure upper handlebar.The upper handlebar can be folded for storage. TO ADJUST DISCHARGE CHUTE If discharge chute rotates whi...
Page 17 - TO ADJUST BELT FINGER
GB - 17 5. Remove old belt.6. Install new belt onto pulleys.7. Reinstall auger drive pulley and secure with washer and cap screw. 8. Reconnect extension spring to idler arm/ brake. 9. Ensure belt finger and auger clutch control cable are properly adjusted. See To Adjust Belt Finger and To Adjust Aug...
Page 18 - STORAGE
GB - 18 TO ADJUST IDLER POSITION The idler must be as close as possible to the drive belt when the auger clutch is disengaged, but not so close that it causes auger rotation. To adjust the idler position: IMPORTANT: If adjustment cannot be achieved, the drive belt must be replaced. 1. Shut off engin...
Page 19 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM; ACCESSORIES
GB - 19 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not crank 1. Ignition switch not in "RUN" position. 2. Bad starter or wire connection. 3. Electrical problem 1. Turn key to "RUN" position.2. Check connections. See your Dealer.3. Check wiring for wear, damage or p...
Page 20 - SPECIFICATIONS
GB - 20 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 938018 938017 938019 Description 722 522 Engine - Tecumseh HSK870-8701B HSK-850-8310B Engine Power - HP (kW) - 2 Cycle 7 (5.22) 5 (3.73) Engine Operating Fast Idle Speed - RPM 3950 ± 150 3600 ± 150 Engine Displacement - cu. in. (cc) 8.46 (139) Fuel See Engine Manu...
Page 21 - Year Limited Sno-Thro Warranty
GB - 21 3 Year Limited Sno-Thro Warranty Ariens Company warrants to the original purchaser that consumer products manufacturedby Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a periodof three (3) years after the date of purchase, and will repair any defect in material orwo...