Ariens 924 SNO-THRO 924112 Service Manual Page 13

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4.2 SERVICE POSITIONS
Ariens dealers will provide any service or adjustments
which may be required to keep your unit operating at
peak efficiency. Should engine service be required,
contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine
manufacturer’s service center.
Tilt Service Position
Place unit on a flat 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.
Belt Service Position
1. Shut off engine, remove key, disconnect spark plug
wire and allow unit to cool completely.
2. Remove gasoline from tank to prevent spills.
Remove Discharge Chute
1. Remove two screws securing belt cover to unit and
remove belt cover (Figure 3).
For units with top mount chute crank:
a. Remove spring clip pin from chute crank rod at
pinion gear.
b. Slide chute crank rod backward and out of the
way.
c. Remove hardware holding chute support
bracket to engine.
Remove Existing Housing
1. Remove bottom cover.
2. Remove attachment drive belt from engine sheave.
NOTE: Removing belt finger can make removing belt
easier (Figure 4).
3. While supporting the Sno-Thro frame, remove four
tapping screws holding blower housing to frame.
IMPORTANT: Save the tapping screws for use in
reassembly.
4. Engage the clutch to release the brake arm and
separate blower housing from unit.
5. Remove attachment drive belt from attachment
pulley on back of housing (Figure 4).
Figure 3
WARNING: ACCIDENTAL ENGINE START
UP can cause death or serious injury.
ALWAYS stop engine, remove key, wait for
moving parts to stop and remove wire from
spark plug before adjusting or servicing.
HOT SURFACES can result in death or
serious injury. DO NOT touch parts which are
hot from operation.
ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
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.
CAUTION: Always support Sno-Thro frame
and housing when loosening the screws
holding them together. Never loosen screws
while unit is in service position.
OS0802
1. Blower Housing Bolt Holes
2. Blower Housing Slots
3. Belt Cover
2
1
3
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