Ariens SNO-THRO 924333 - 1024 User Manual Page 15

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Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments
which may be required to keep your unit operating at
peak efciency. Should engine service be required,
contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine
manufacturer's service center.
SERVICE POSITION
Place unit in service position when required. Place unit
on a at level surface. Tip unit forward onto front of
Impeller housing for service. Assure unit is secure and
will not tip over. Strap and clamp onto bench if needed.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The chart below shows the recommended
maintenance schedule that should be performed on a
regular basis. More frequent service may be required
due to working conditions (heavy loads, high ambient
temperatures, dusty conditions, or airborne debris).
* First Maintenance Only
CHECK FASTENERS
Make sure all hardware is tightened properly.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
The engine crankcase oil should be checked every 5
hours of operation. Oil level MUST be maintained in
safe operating range on dipstick at all times or engine
damage will result (See Engine Manual).
Park unit on a level surface. Refer to Engine Manual for
detailed instructions.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Change oil after rst 5 hours of operation, thereafter
change oil every 25 hours (more often if required).
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
Run engine just prior to changing oil. Warm oil will ow
more freely and carry away more contamination.
CHECK AUGER GEARCASE
IMPORTANT: Proper oil level must be maintained.
Gear cases are lled to the correct level at the factory.
Unless there is evidence of leakage, no additional
lubricant should be required. Check for evidence of
leakage every 25 hours of operation.
To ensure adequate lubricant level:
1. Remove ller plug (Figure 8). Lubricant must be
at least up to bottom of lubricant ller hole with
unit resting on a level-surface.
2. Add lubricant if required. Allow oil to drain to level
of plug and replace plug.
IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens special gear lubricant
L-2 (Part Number 00008000).
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Maintain the unit tire pressure at a maximum 14 PSI
(97 kPa).
MAINTENANCE
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand Maintenance and Service and
Battery Safety Rules in Safety section before
attempting any maintenance.
WARNING: Before tipping unit up onto
housing, remove fuel so no spills will occur
and remove battery (if equipped). Ensure unit
is secure and will not tip over during
maintenance.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Service Performed
Daily
Every
5 hrs.
Every
25 hrs.
Every
100 hrs.
Check Fasteners
Check Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil *
Check Auger
Gearcase
Check Tire Pressure
General Lubrication
Battery Maintenance
Clean Engine
1. Auger Gearcase - Cast Iron
2. Oil Fill and Drain Plug
3. Auger Gearcase - Aluminum
1
2
3
2
Figure 8
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