Ariens Snow Blower 920006 User Manual download pdf (Page 16)

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5. Fill fuel tank to within 1/2 in. (1.2 cm)

below bottom of filler neck with unleaded

gasoline.

6. Replace Fuel Cap and tighten.

7. ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.

PRE-START

1. Frozen Impeller

IMPORTANT: Before starting engine, check

impeller to be sure it is not frozen.

To check impeller:

1. With ignition key switch in “Stop”

position, squeeze Attachment Clutch

Lever to Engaged position.

2. Pull Recoil Starter Handle.

3. If Impeller is frozen, (cannot pull Starter

Handle) move unit to a heated area and

thaw to prevent possible damage.

2. Check Function of Clutches

If clutches do not engage or disengage

properly, adjust or repair before operation.

See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on

page 24 and Traction Drive Clutch

Adjustment on page 27.

3. Check Dual Handle Interlock

Without the engine running, press down

(engage) both clutch levers. Release

attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch

should remain engaged until traction clutch

lever is released, then both clutches must

disengage.

If clutches do not engage or disengage

properly, adjust or repair before operation

(see Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on

page 24 and Traction Drive Clutch

Adjustment on page 27).

4. Check Axle Lock Pins

Use the axle lock pins to lock or unlock the

wheels. Lock both wheels to increase

traction; unlock one wheel to allow for easier

turning of the unit.

5. Check Skid Shoes

Check and adjust skid shoes (Skid Shoes on

page 20). Allow 1/8 in. (3 mm) between

scraper blade and hard, smooth surface(s).

Allow 1-1/4 in. (30 mm) between scraper

blade and uneven or gravel surfaces.

6. Check Engine Fuel & Crankcase

Oil

Check and add fuel if required. Check that

the engine crankcase oil is full using dipstick.

Refer to Engine Manual for detailed

instructions.

TO STOP IN AN EMERGENCY

Immediately release both control levers to

stop unit in an emergency. Stop engine,

remove key and wait for all rotating parts to

stop before leaving operator’s position.

STARTING AND SHUT OFF

IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust

to the outdoor temperature before clearing

snow. Before shut-off, run the attachment a

few minutes to prevent impeller freeze-up.

NOTE: Try out each control without the

engine running to see how it works and what

it does.

Manual Start

1. Turn discharge chute straight ahead.

2. Make sure that the traction clutch and

attachment drive clutch levers are fully

disengaged.

3. Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold

engine.

NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F

(-26° C) additional priming may be needed.

4. If engine is cold, apply choke. See

Engine Manual for detailed instructions.

NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking

than a cold engine.

5. Set throttle to proper starting position.

6. Insert key into ignition switch and push

into RUN position. DO NOT twist key

after it is inserted.

7. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out

slowly until it pulls harder. Let rope

rewind slowly.

8. Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm

stroke. Let rope rewind slowly.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT let Starter Handle

snap against Starter.

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read

and understand the entire Safety

section before proceeding.

WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW

INSTRUCTIONS could result in

personal injury and/or damage to

unit. DO NOT attempt to start your

unit at this time. Read entire

Owner/Operator Manual and the

Engine Manual first.

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