Ariens 304 Service Manual

926 Sno-Thro002983600 06/07Printed in USAService ManualModels 926001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 101, 102, 103, 300, 301,

GB - 12Connect Battery (926500, 501)1. Remove wing nuts from battery cover.2. Install wire leads to battery terminal (Red + , Black -).3. Install batt

GB - 131. Attachment Clutch Lever2. Speed Selector3. Deflector Remote Control 4. Chute Control 5. Traction Drive Clutch Lever6. Oil Fill/Dipstick7. Mu

GB - 14CONTROLS AND FEATURESSee Figure 10 for all Controls and Features locations.Dual Handle Interlock When Attachment Clutch and then Traction Drive

GB - 15ThrottleThe throttle controls the engine speed. To increase or decrease the engine speed, adjust to:1. Fast (normal or warm starts)2. Part-Thro

GB - 16If remote wheel lock does not lock or unlock properly, adjust or repair before operation (see REMOTE WHEEL LOCK (926002, 003, 102, 103, 302, 30

GB - 173. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt from entering Fuel Tank. 4. Remove Cap.IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline contain

GB - 18NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F (-26° C) additional priming may be needed.4. If engine is cold, apply choke. See Engine Manual for detai

GB - 19Tips for OperationSnow is best removed as soon as possible after snow fall.To clear an area, run unit in an overlapping series of paths. For la

GB - 20MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEThe chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed on a regular basis. More frequent servi

GB - 21CHECK ENGINE OILThe engine crankcase oil should be checked every 5 hours of operation. Oil level MUST be maintained in safe operating range on

GB - 4SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GB - 2211Figure 18211Oil GreaseOS0642OS7135OS7140OS7150

GB - 23RUNNERSRunners should be adjusted as conditions require (Figure 19).1. Position unit on a hard, flat, smooth level surface. 2. Adjust runners b

GB - 24NOTE: Insert the hair pin with the loop end on the left side of the chute rod so the control lever will cover its full range of travel.6. Align

GB - 255. Loosen the top jam nut 1 – 3 turns.6. Tighten the bottom jam nut.7. Re-install bottom cover.8. Check function of remote wheel lock. If wheel

GB - 26If chute does not rotate freely:Tighten the cable by loosening the upper adjustment nut, and then tightening the lower adjustment nut against t

GB - 274. Tighten jam nut on cable adjustment barrel.Check Attachment Idler Arm Roller ClearanceNOTE: It will be difficult to check the measurment ins

GB - 28Check Attachment BrakeWhen the clutch lever is disengaged, the brake must contact attachment belt.When the clutch lever is engaged, the brake m

GB - 295. Adjust spring extension.a.With the traction drive clutch lever disengaged, loosen the jam nut on the cable adjuster.b.Turn the adjuster body

GB - 30Install new attachment drive belt:1. Place new attachment belt onto attachment pulley.NOTE: Holding down the attachment clutch lever will make

GB - 31BATTERY (926500, 501)Charging1. Place unit on a level surface and shut off engine.2. Disconnect negative (-) cable first, then positive (+) cab

GB - 5DISCLAIMERAriens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or

GB - 32ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTINGThe following troubleshooting chart is to be used to isolate engine problems and give possible causes and corrective acti

GB - 33See your engine manual for information on the operation and maintenance of your engine. Follow those instruc-tions for oil and filter changes.R

GB - 34INSTALLING THE ENGINE1. Position the engine in the frame.15.Insert mounting bolts and tighten.16.If equipped with electric starting, install th

GB - 35ENGINE AND BELT DRIVEModel 926001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 101, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 500, 501, 502, 504 PS1082234678111210131516

GB - 36Model 926007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012PS10822467811121013151617181921422923252712234203132292230283335363739384041411243424445

GB - 37ENGINE AND BELT DRIVEModel AllItem Part No. Qty. Description1 06529200 3 Nut, Hex .31-18 (500, 501)06529200 4 Nut, Hex .31-182 06307400 3 Washe

GB - 38WHEELS AND AXLEThe wheels are held onto the axle with locking pins. To remove a wheel pull the locking pin and the wheel will slide off. To re

GB - 39WHEELS AND AXLESModel 926001, 007, 101, 504tem Part No. Qty. Description1 07100034 1 Tire/Wheel Assembly, RH 15 x 5 - 6 Pin (Includes Items 12-

GB - 40WHEELS AND AXLESModel 926004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 012, 300, 301, 500, 501, 502item Part No. Qty. Description1 07100026 1 Tire/Wheel Assembly RH

GB - 41WHEELS AND AXLESModel 926002, 003, 009, 011, 102, 103, 302, 303, 304tem Part No. Qty. Description1 07100032 1 Tire/Wheel Assembly RH 15 x 5.00

GB - 6SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONSALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure below for Safety Decal locations.1. WARNING!2. DANGE

GB - 42REDUCTION DRIVEModel All 926007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012Item Part No. Qty. Description1 00382800 1 Shaft, Pinion2 06436100 2 Washer, Flat Steel

GB - 43AUGER/IMPELLER REMOVALPlace unit in the belt service position.1. Remove set screw holding auger driven pulley to shaft and remove pulley.36.Rem

GB - 44RUNNERSRunners should be adjusted as conditions require. Raising or lowering runners controls distance scraper blade is held above surface bein

GB - 45CHUTE, AND AUGER AND BATTERYModel All PS1092234576891011112341315161718192020212223242526283031323738293940414229144427363545484746332743495051

GB - 46CHUTE, AND AUGER AND BATTERYModel All 926007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012Item Part No. Qty. Description1 00389000 1 Rod, Deflector Cap2 04912900 1

GB - 47CHUTE, AUGER AND BATTERYModel All Item Part No. Qty. Description37 07028500 2 Bolt, Hex Flanged Whizloc Head .38-16 x .7538 07053300 2 Nut, Ret

GB - 48DISCHARGE CHUTEModel AllItem Part No. Qty. Description1 00389200 1 Rod, Chute Rotation - Hex2 00261700 1 Cover, Chute Gear3 07412000 1 Screw, T

GB - 49ALUMINUM GEAR CASE1. Remove auger/impeller and gear case from housing referring to Auger/Impeller Section.44.Removesix bolts that hold right an

GB - 50GEAR CASE-ALUMINUMModel 926001, 002, 003, 007, 009, 011, 101, 102, 103, 302, 303, 304, 504Item Part No. Qty. Description1 05803700 2 Pin, Roll

GB - 51GEAR CASE-CAST IRONModel 926004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 012, 300, 301, 500, 501PS0472112345689107111213141516171812201923212013161722

GB - 7Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards.Avoid uneven and rough

GB - 52GEAR CASE-CAST IRONModel 926004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 012, 300, 301, 500, 501Item Part No. Qty. Description1 05803700 2 Pin, Roll .25 x 1.752 00

GB - 53Model 926002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 500,501, 502ELECTRICALPS08912345719106812121311

GB - 54item Part No. Qty. Description1 07517300 AR Cable Tie2 02460700 1 Key with Cap (500, 501)3 07517700 1 Cap, Ignition Switch (500, 501)4 06517300

GB - 55CONTINUITY DIAGRAMModel 926500, 501PS0841 Key Switch(02739600)Hand Warmer Switch (02485700)Solenoid (Top View) (03679000)

GB - 56CONTINUITY AND WIRING DIAGRAMSModel 926002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 304, 502, 503Item Part No. Qt

GB - 57WIRING DIAGRAMModel 926500, 501Item Part No. Qty. Description1 00432500 1 Light, Halogen Assembly2 07532900 2 Warmer, Hand with Terminal (Recom

GB - 58ELECTRICAL AND WIRING DIAGRAMModel 926001, 007, 101, 504Item Part No. Qty. Description1 00487500 AR Headlight Assembly, Halogen 862 37W 2 0043

GB - 59 TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not crank/start.1. Fuel tank is empty.2. Fuel shut-off valve closed.3. Build up o

GB - 60SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 926001 926002 926003 926004 926005DescriptionST926LE ST11528LE ST1332LE ST926DLE ST11526DLEEngine - Tecumseh LH318SA

GB - 61SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 926006 926101 926102 926103 926300 926301DescriptionST1328DLE 926LE 11528LE 1332LE ST11526DLE ST926DLEEngine - Tecum

GB - 8DO NOT operate on steep slopes. DO NOT clear snow across the face of slopes. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. DO NOT make sudden ch

GB - 62SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 926302 926303 926304 926500 926501 926504DescriptionST1332LE ST1328LE ST11528LE ST1332DLE ST1336DLE ST8526LEEngine -

GB - 63SPECIFICATIONSModel Number 926007 926008 926009 926010 926011 926012DescriptionST926LE ST926DLE ST11528LE ST11526DLE ST1332LE ST1328DLEEngine -

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GB - 9PACKAGE CONTENTSASSEMBLYTools Required:•Pliers• Open-End Wrenches: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16 in. and/or Adjustable Wrench• Tire GaugeUnfold Handlebar

GB - 10Install Discharge Chute Crank 1. Remove the cover from the gear assembly on the discharge chute.2. Release the lock teeth on the gear assembly

GB - 116. Insert the chute lock cable fitting into the bracket on the chute pedestal, and then connect the chute lock cable to the lock teeth by fitti