Ariens 938018 - SS722EC Specifications download pdf (Page 11)

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES

See figure 6 for controls and features

locations.

Ignition Switch

Ignition switch is operated by

a removable key that has two

positions.

1. STOP

2. RUN

Auger Clutch Bail

Squeeze auger clutch

bail against handlebar

to engage auger.

Release auger clutch

bail to disengage and

brake auger.

Check Auger Clutch Bail

IMPORTANT: If auger clutch bail moves

freely with no resistance before contacting

handlebar or does not operate as indicated in

the following steps, adjust or repair unit

before operating (see Drive Belt Adjustment

on page 16).

1. With key in STOP position, engage

auger clutch bail.

2. Pull recoil starter handle. Auger should

rotate with the turning of the engine.

3. Release the auger clutch bail.

4. Pull recoil starter handle again. Auger

must not rotate as engine turns.

IMPORTANT: If belt squeals when auger

clutch bail is engaged, auger may be frozen.

Immediately release auger clutch bail and

move the unit to a heated area to thaw.

Auger

When handlebar is lifted so auger contacts

the ground, auger propels unit forward while

throwing snow. Forward speed will vary

according to depth and moisture content.

Primer Bulb

Pushing the primer bulb in

adds fuel for easier engine

start (see Starting and Shutting

off on page 13).

Choke Control Knob

Pulled out (closed) – chokes

off air to the engine for easier

start.

Pushed in (open) - allows for

normal operation.

IMPORTANT: Gradually push in choke

control knob after engine starts.

Recoil Starter Handle

When pulled, recoil starter handle will turn

engine over.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT let recoil starter

handle snap back against unit.

Discharge Chute (Figure 7)

Discharge chute rotates 220°.

ALWAYS position discharge chute in safe

direction and angle, away from operator and

bystanders, before starting engine.

Rotating Discharge Chute (Figure 7)

Two options are available to rotate discharge

chute:

• Discharge Chute Crank

• Discharge Chute Handle

IMPORTANT: DO NOT force a frozen

discharge chute. Start engine and run for 3-5

minutes to thaw. If still frozen, take to a warm

place until controls are free.

OPERATION

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read

and understand the entire Safety

section before proceeding.

WARNING: To avoid injury to hands

and feet, always disengage clutches,

shut off engine, and wait for all

movement to stop before unclogging

or working on snow thrower.

Keep hands and feet away from

auger.

WARNING: Check auger clutch

before each use. Auger brake MUST

DISENGAGE when clutch is

engaged. Auger brake MUST STOP

AUGER WITHIN 5 SECONDS of

releasing auger clutch bail.

STOP

RUN

OS1680

1

2

Engaged

Disengaged

OS1620

OS1570

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