Ariens 932141 - ST7524E, 932509 - ST7524, 932041 - ST7524E 9, 32042 - ST624E, 932510 - ST5520 User Manual

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Sno-Thro®
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
932040 - ST5520E 932041 - ST7524E 932042 - ST624E 932140 - ST5520E 932141 - ST7524E 932509 - ST7524 932510 - ST5520 932511 - ST624
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Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, Wiscon si n
54110-0157 USA Telephone (920) 756-2141
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ZGODNOŒCI Z PRZEPISAMI EC WYDANA PRZEZ PRODUCENTA
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COMPANY, oœwiadczamy, ¿e:
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My, niŸej podpisani, ARIENS
Typ e: Type: Typ: T ipo: Tipo: Type: Typ : Tyyppi:
Typ: Typ:
Trade Name: Appellation commerciale : Handelsbezeichnung: Nome
WALK BEHIND SNOW THROWER – LES CHASSES-NEIGE AUTOTRACTÉS – HANDGEFÜHRTE SCHNEEFRÄSE – SPAZZANEVE SEMOVENTE – CAMINAR POR DETRÁS DE LA LANZADORA DE NIEVE – SNØFRESER – SJÄLVGÅENDE SNÖ SLUNGA – KÄSINOHJAILTA VA LUMILINKO –
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SNÌHOVÁ FRÉZA S POJEZDEM
ODGARNIACZ ŒNIEGU DO PROWADZENIA PRZED
Ariens commerciale: Nombre comercial: Handelsnavn: Handelsbeteckning: Kauppanimi:
Model: Modèle : Modell: Modello: Modelo : Modell: Modell: Malli:
Model: Model:
Nazwa handlowa: Obchodní název:
932509 932510 932511
Conforms to: Est conform e à : Mit den Anforderungen der folgen den Richtlinien übe reinstimmt: È conforme a: Cumple con: Er i samsv a r med: Överensstämmer med: Täyttää seuraavat vaatimukset:
Jest zgodny z: Odpovídá normì:
98/37/EC, 89/336/EEC, 2000/14/EC Conformity Assessment Annex V. Annexe V de l'évaluation de conformité. Konformitätsbewertung, Anh ang V .
Annesso V della va lutazion e di con formità. An exo V d e la evaluación de la con formidad. S amsvars vurde ring etter ved legg V . Bedömning av övere ns stä mmelse Bilaga V. V aat imu st enmukaisuuden arviointi, liite V.
Dodatek V, Ocena zgodnoœci.
Posouzení shody pøíloha V.
Representative Measured Sound Pow er Level (Lwa) – Niveau de puissan ce acoustique représent atif mesuré (L Repräsentativer g e messener Geräuschpegel (L di potenza sonora rappresentativo rilevato (L potencia acústica repre se n t ativo medido (L Representativt målt lydeffektnivå (L uppmätt ljudnivå (L
) –
(L
Zmierzony reprezentatywny poziom mocy
wa
akustycznej (L
hladiny hluènosti (L
) – Tyypillinen mitattu äänitehotaso
wa
)
Representativní hodnota zmìøené
wa
) –
wa
) – Representativ
wa
) – Livello
wa
) – Nivel de
wa
) –
wa
Guaranteed Sound Power Level (Lwa) –
) –
Niveau de puissance ac oustique garanti (L
wa
Geräuschpegel (L
) – Nivel de potencia acústica garantizado (Lwa) –
(L
wa
Garantert lydeffektnivå (L
) – Taattu
(L
wa
äänitehotaso (L
mocy akustycznej (L
hluènosti (L
wa
) – Livello di potenza sonora garantito
wa
wa
) –
Gwarantowany reprezentatywny poziom
wa
)
Zaruèovaná hodnota hladiny
wa
) –
) – Garantierter
wa
) – Garanterad uppmätt ljudnivå
932509: 105 dB 932510: 103 dB
A A
932511: 101 dBA
932509: 109 dB
A
932510: 107 dBA 932511: 105 dB
A
2
Fred J. Moreaux: Quality and Conformance Manager
(Keeper of Technical File) Responsable de la qualité et de la conformité des produits (Dépositaire de la fiche technique) Manager Qualitätssicherung und Konformität (Archivar der technischen Akte)
Ariens Company Brillion, WI 54110-0157 USA Signature Signature Unterschrift Firma Firma Signatur Namnteckning
Allekirjoitus
Podpis Podpis
Date Date Datum Data Fech a Dato Datum Päiv äys
6/03/2005
Data Datum
Responsabile della qualità e della conformità del prodotto (Depositario del file tecnico) Gerente de calidad y conformidad (Depositario del archivo técnico) Kvalitet- og samsvarsansvarlig (innehaver av tekniske data) Chef för kvalitet och produktöverensstämmelse (Innehavare av tekniska data) Laadusta ja vaatimustenmukaisuudesta vastaava päällikkö (T ek nisen tiedoston haltija)
Kierownik do spraw jakoœci i zgodnoœci (Przechowuj¹cy Dokumentacjê Techniczn¹) Manager jakosti a shody
(správce technické dokumentace)
CE Sound and Vibration – Niveau sonore et vibration CE – CE-Geräuschpegel und Vibrationswerte – Livello sonoro e vibrazioni CE – Sonido y vibración CE – CE-lydnivå og Vibrasjonsmåling – CE ljudnivå och Vibr ations-mätning – CE-melutaso Tärinä – CE DŸwiêku i WibracjiCE zvuk a vibrace
Model: – Modèle : – Modell: – Modello: – Modelo: – Modell: – Modell: – Malli: – Model:Model:
Oper. Ear Sound Pressure (Lpa) in dBA – Pression acoustique Pression sonore à aux oreilles de l’opérateur (L des Bedieners (L
) in. dBA – Presión de sonido en el oído (Lpa) in dBA – Lydtrykk i
(L
pa
førerens øre (L korvaan kohdistuva äänipaine (L
uchu (L
) w decybelach
pa
Vibration Measure (m/sec
) in dBA – Potenza sonora percepita dall’operatore
pa
) in. dBA – vid förarens position (Lwa) i dBA – Kuljettajan
pa
A
2
pa
Provozní hladina akustického tlaku (Lpa) v dB
) @ Operator Hands – Niveau de vibrationaux
) en dBA – Geräuschstärke am Ohr
pa
)/dBA –
Robocze ciœnienie akustyczne na
mains de l’opérateur – Vi brationswerte An den Händen des Bedieners – Misura delle vibrazioni all e mani dell ’op er atore – Cantidad de vi brac ión en las manos del operador – Vibrasjonsmåling ved brukerens hender – Vibrationsmätning vid förarens händer – Tärinä kuljettajan käsissä –
Pomiar wibracji (m/sec
2
) na rêkach operatora – Hodnota vibrací (m/s
2
) na
rukou obsluhy
X 1.5 1.3 1.2 Y 3.6 2.8 1.9 Z 7.0 3.9 3.4
932509 932510 932511
92 89 90
A
3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

INTRODUCTION

THE MANUAL
Before operation of unit, carefully and completely read your manuals. If used improperly, this unit could be dangerous and cause personal injury or property damage. The contents will provide you with safety instructions for the safe use of your unit during normal operation and maintenance.
All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from operator standing in operation position and facing the direction of forward travel.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
When ordering replacement parts or making service inquiries, know the Model and Serial numbers of your unit and engine.
Numbers are located on the product registration form in the unit literature package. They are printed on a serial number label, located on the frame of your unit.
Serial Number Label
STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
SERVICE PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
The Ariens dealer must register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product will help the company process warranty claims or contact you with the latest service information. All claims meeting requirements during the limited warranty period will be honored, whether or not the product registration card is returned. Keep a proof of purchase if you do not register your unit.
Customer Note: If the dealer does not register your product, please fill out, sign, and return the product registration card to Ariens or go to www.ariens.com.
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this vehicle with anything other than an Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability, or safety of this unit and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims liability for any claims or damages, whether warranty, property damage, personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts.
For a brief list of replacement parts see Service Parts in this manual. To obtain a complete parts manual, find your model and serial number. Then go to www.ariens.com or call 1-920-756-4664.
Figure 1
Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here.
Record Engine Model and Serial number here.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your unit.
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DELIVERY
Customer Note: If you have purchased this product
without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to:
1. Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual. If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact your nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance. Make sure all assembly has been properly completed.
NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, call 1-920-756-4664 or go to www.ariens.com on the internet.

SAFETY

WARNING: Improper assembly or
adjustments can cause serious injury.
2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the manuals.
3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do not operate the Sno-Thro unless all controls function as described in this manual.
4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance and adjustments.
5. Review Limited Warranty Policy.
6. Fill out a Product Registration Card and return the card to the Ariens Company or go to www.ariens.com.
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.
Hand contact with the rot ating impeller is the most common cause of injury associated with snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.
Keep hands and feet away from auger and impeller.
SAFETY ALERTS
Look for these symbols to point out important safety precautions. They mean:
Attention! Personal Safety Is Involved! Become Alert! Obey The Message!
The safety alert symbols above and signal words below are used on decals and in this manual. Read and understand all safety messages.
NOTATIONS NOTE: General reference information for proper
operation and maintenance practices. IMPORTANT: Specific procedures or information
required to prevent damage to unit or attachment.
PRACTICES AND LAWS
Practice usual and customary safe working precautions, for the benefit of yourself and others. Understand and follow all safety messages. Be alert to unsafe conditions and the possibility of minor, moderate, or serious injury or death. Learn applicable rules and laws in your area. Always follow the practices set forth in this manual.
REQUIRED OPERATOR TRAINING
Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation.
DANGER: IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL RESULT in death or serious injury.
WARNING: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD RESULT in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
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SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure below for Safety Decal locations.
1
2
3
PS0322
1. WARNING!
Read Owner/Operator Manual.
OL1801
Keep people away from unit while operating. Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a
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OL0910
OL4010
OL4690
responsible adult.
Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects.
Stop engine, remove key, read manual before maki ng any repairs, adjustments.
Wear appropriate hearing protection.
ONLY use clean-out tool to clear blockages. NEVER use your hands.
Figure 2
2. DANGER!
ROT A TING PARTS! ONLY use clean-out tool to clear blockages. NEVER use your hands. High speed impeller rotates
below discharge opening. Wait for all
OS6610
moving parts to stop before removing clogs or servicing.
3. DANGER!
ROTATING PARTS.
Keep clear of auger while engine is running.
Read Operator ’s Manual.
OS2080
SAFETY RULES
Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in Owner/Operator Manual before beginning assembly or operating. Failure to follow instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to unit.
ALWAYS remove key and/or wire from spark plug before assembly, maintenance or service. Unintentional engine start up can cause death or serious injury.
Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work area to understand:
• Work area • Your unit • All safety decals ALWAYS check overhead and side clearances
carefully before operation. ALWAYS be aware of traffic when operating along streets or curbs.
Keep children and people away. Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult.
NEVER allow children to operate or play on or near unit. Be alert and shut off unit if children enter area.
DO NOT allow adults to operate unit without proper training.
Keep area of operation clear of all toys, pets, and debris. Thrown objects can cause injury.
Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for hidden hazards.
Allow operation only by properly trained adult, never children.
Stop engine and remove ignition key prior to leaving the operator’s position for any reason.
Keep all controls, guards and safety devices properly serviced and functional.
Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects.
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Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT operate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Falling snow, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility and light.
Only trained adults may operate unit. Training includes actual operation. NEVER operate unit after or during the use of
medication, drugs or alcohol. Safe operation requires your complete and unimpaired attention at all times.
NEVER allow anyone to operate this unit when their alertness or coordination is impaired.
DO NOT operate unit without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Wear adequate safety gear, including safety glasses with side shields, and protective gloves. Wear proper footwear to improve footing on slippery surfaces.
DO NOT wear loose clothing or jewelry and tie back hair that may get caught in rotating parts.
Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be thrown from unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
Avoid sharp edges. Sharp edges can cut. Moving parts can cut off fingers or a hand.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from all rotating parts during operation. Rotating parts can cut off body parts.
NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running.
ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points. DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from
operation. Allow parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust or service.
Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. Use extreme caution on gravel surfaces. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Adjust Runners so Scraper Blade does not contact gravel.
DO NOT throw snow any higher than necessary. Deflected materials can cause injury and property
damage. Always stand clear of the discharge area when
operating this unit. Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide good ventilation.
ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine, remove key and allow moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s position.
ROTATING IMPELLER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY. NEVER ATTEMPT TO UNCLOG OR CLEAN UNIT WHILE ENGINE IS RUNNING.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
Understand:
How to operate all controls.
The functions of all controls.
How to STOP in an emergency. Before starting engine, disengage control(s). Use only approved extension cords and receptacles
when starting units equipped with electric starter. DO NOT connect electric starter cord to any wiring system that is not a three-wire grounded system.
ALWAYS allow unit and engine to adjust to outdoor temperatures before clearing snow.
Always be sure of your footing, especially when operating in reverse or leaving the operator’s position. Walk, never run during operation.
DO NOT overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
DO NOT operate at too fast a rate. Slow down and turn corners slowly. Do not operate in reverse unless absolutely necessary.
ALW AYS back up slowly. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
Disengage attachment drive when traveling from one work area to another.
Abnormal Vibrations are a warning of trouble. Striking a foreign object can damage unit. Immediately stop unit and engine. Remove key and wait for all moving parts to stop. Remove wire from spark plug. Inspect unit and make any necessary repairs before restart.
Before cleaning, removing clogs or making any inspections, repairs, etc.: disengage clutch(es), stop unit and engine, remove key, allow moving parts to stop. Allow hot parts to cool.
Run unit a few minutes after clearing snow to prevent freeze-up of attachment.
Disengage attachment when not in use. Disengage all clutches before starting engine. Adjust runners to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces safely.
Never leave a running unit unattended. ALWAYS shut off engine before leaving unit. ALWAYS remove key to prevent unauthorized use.
Never carry passengers. Check clutch and brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required. All motion of drive wheels and auger/impeller must stop quickly when control levers are released.
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DO 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 changes in speed or direction. Use a slow speed to avoid stops or shifts on slopes. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope.
DO NOT park unit on a slope unless absolutely necessary. When parking on a slope always block the wheels.
ALWAYS shut off engine, remove key, and close fuel shut-off valve or drain fuel when transporting unit on a truck or trailer.
Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto trailer or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is running. Keep unit free of ice or other debris. Clean up oil or fuel
spills. This product is equipped with an internal combustion
type engine. DO NOT use unit on or near any unimproved, forest-cover ed or brush covered land unless exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local, state or federal laws. A spark arrester, if it is used, must be maintained in effective working order by operator.
Fuel is highly flammable and its vapors are explosive. Handle with care. Use an approved fuel container.
NO smoking, NO sparks, NO flames. ALWAYS allow engine to cool before servicing.
NEVER fill fuel tank when engine is running or hot from operation.
NEVER fill or drain fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel cap securely and clean up spilled fuel. Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or
trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling.
When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.
Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.
Before tipping unit up onto housing, remove fuel so no spills will occur. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip over duri ng maintenance.
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and panels in good repair, in place and securely fastened. NEVER modify or remove safety devices.
DO NOT change engine governor settings or over-speed engine.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide good ventilation.
ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can cause fire or explosion.
Keep all hardware properly tightened. Check shear bolts frequently.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
NEVER store unit with fuel in fuel tank, inside a building where any ignition sources are present such as hot water heaters, space heaters, or clothes dryers. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
Shut off fuel and allow engine to cool completely before storing in closed area or covering unit.
For extended storage, clean unit thoroughly. See Engine Manual for proper storage.
Use only attachments or accessories designed for your unit.
Check components frequently. If worn or damaged, replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts.
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ASSEMBLY

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.
WARNING: Dropping or tipping over boxed unit could result in personal injury or damage to unit.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
3
2
Unfold Handlebar (Figure 4)
1. Remove the lower and loosen the upper wing knobs on the handlebar assembly.
2. Loosen the wing nuts on the shift rod.
3. Put the speed selector lever in the first forward position.
4. Rotate the handlebars into operating position.
5. Install and tighten all wing knobs and wing nuts on the handlebar assembly and shift rod.
2
1
1
3
4
4
1.Sno-Thro Unit
2.Chute Crank
3.Discharge Chute
4.Literature Pack with Extra Shear Bolts
Figure 3
ASSEMBLY
Tools Required:
•Pliers
Open-End Wrenches: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2, 9/16 in. and/or Adjustable Wrench
Tire Gauge
1.Wing Knob
2.Lower Handlebar
3.Wing Nuts
4.Upper Handlebar
Figure 4
Install Discharge Chute
(Figure 5)
1. Grease underside of discharge chute ring (if not already greased).
2. Remove mounting hardware from the bottom of the chute pedestal.
3. Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing and secure pedestal to auger housing with hardware removed in step 2.
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