Ariens SNO-THRO 924326-ST1336LE - Manual (Page 10)

Discharge Chute
Discharge Chute rotates 230'
Chute Crank Handle
Rotate the Chute with Discharge Chute Crank Handle.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT force frozen Chute controls.
Start engine and run for 3-5 minutes to thaw. If still
frozen, take to warm place until controls are free.
Differential Lock
Differential Lock knob is located on the Left
Wheel Hub. With differential locked power
is applied equally to both wheels.
To engage differential lock:
• Pull and turn knob to “Locked” position
and release (knob will snap in place when
positioned correctly).
To resume differential actlondor transport:
• Pull and turn knob to “Unlocked” position and release.
Scraper Blade
DO NOT allow Scraper Blade to wear or Auger / Impeller
housing will become damaged.
Runners
For operation on gravel surface, lower Runners so that
housing will not pick up gravel. On concrete, blacktop or
packed snow surfaces raise Runners so that Scraper
Blade scrapes clean. To reduce tendency of housing to
ride up over heavy wet or hard-packed snow, remove
Runners and reinstall with their narrow edge down.
Headlight
The Headlight (Optional) operates only when the engine
is running. Adjust the Headlight: loosen the hardware,
position light and retighten hardware.
NOTE: Lamp remains “On” at all times for longer lamp
life. Lamp is more sensitive to fatigue failure when unlit
than when lit.
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Frozen Impeller
IMPORTANT: Before engine start check Impeller to be
sure it is not frozen. With key in “Stop” position, squeeze
Attachment Clutch Lever to Engaged position and pull
Recoil Starter Handle. If Impeller is frozen, (cannot pull
Starter Handle) move unit to a heated area and thaw to
prevent possible damage.
Ambient Temperatures
Allow unit and engine to adjust to the outdoor
temperatures before clearing snow.
Differential Lock
ALWAYS engage differential lock (located in left wheel
hub) for best traction when throwing snow.
Function of Clutches
IMPORTANT: Check Clutch/Brake function before each
use. If the Impeller does not stop quickly when the
Attachment Clutch Lever is released or there is no
noticeable increase in the Lever force before contacting
the Handlebar, adjust as directed in the Adjustments
Section, or repair before operation.
Interlock
Check by pressing down on Clutch Levers (engaging
both clutches). Remove hand from Attachment Clutch
Lever, attachment clutch should remain engaged until
Traction Clutch Lever is released then both clutches
must disengage.
Engine Fuel and Crankcase Oil
Check and add fuel if required. Check that the engine
crankcase oil is full using dipstick. Refer to General
Maintenance Section.
Runners
Check and adjust Runners. Allow 1/8" 3mm) between
scraper blade and hard, smooth surface(s). Allow 1-1/4"
(30mm) between scraper blade an uneven surface(s).
Ariens® 924 SnorThro Rev. 9/98