921 Series
Sno-Thro
Owner/Operator Manual
Manuel Du Propriétaire/Utilisateur
Models
921013 – Deluxe 30
(SN 075000 +)
921017 – Deluxe 24 Platinum
(SN 075000 +)
921018 – Deluxe 30 Platinum
(SN 075000 +)
921022 – Deluxe 28
(SN 075000 +)
921023 – Deluxe 28 Track
(SN 075000 +)
921027 – Deluxe 28
(SN 000101 +)
921031 – Deluxe 24
(SN 075000 +)
921034 – Deluxe 28
(SN 075000 +)
®
E10
The use of any gasoline exceeding 10% ethanol (E10) or
10% MTBE will void the product warranty.
L’utilisation d’une essence contenant plus de 10% d’éthanol
(E10) ou de 10% de MTBE annulent la garantie.
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
04335900J 11/12
Printed in USA
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Figure 1
Serial Number Label
SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
CONTROLS and FEATURES . . . . . . . . 15
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS . . . . . 26
INTRODUCTION
MANUALS
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.
ENGINE MANUAL
The engine on this unit is covered by a
separate manual specific to the engine. This
manual is included in the literature package
that shipped with the unit. Refer to this
manual for engine service recommendations.
If the engine manual is not available, contact
the engine manufacturer for a replacement
manual.
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.
STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
• Record Unit Model and Serial
numbers here.
• Record Engine Model and Serial
numbers here.
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.
EN - 2
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. To locate your nearest
Ariens Dealer, go to www.ariens.com on the
Internet.
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.
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,
go to www.ariens.com on the Internet.
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.
NOTE: This machine comes with a three year
limited warranty. The selling dealer is
responsible for explaining the terms and
limitations of the warranty coverage offered in
the country of sale.
6. Fill out a Product Registration Card and
return the card to the Ariens Company or
go to www.ariens.com.
EN - 3
SAFETY
Figure 2
1
2
3
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 rotating
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.
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.
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.
SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS
ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety
Decals. Refer to Figure 2 below for Safety
Decal locations.
EN - 4
1. DANGER!
2. DANGER!
Danger!
ONLY use clean-out tool to
clear blockages. NEVER
use your hands.
Never direct discharge
towards persons or
property that may be
injured or damaged by
thrown objects.
Keep people away from
unit while operating. Keep
children out of work area
and under watchful care of
a responsible adult.
Stop engine, remove key,
read manual before
making any repairs or
adjustments.
Read Owner/Operator
Manual.
Wear appropriate hearing
protection.
3. DANGER!
Danger!
ROTATING PARTS! ONLY
use clean-out tool to clear
blockages. NEVER use
your hands. High speed
impeller rotates below
discharge opening. Wait
for all moving parts to
stop before removing
clogs or servicing.
Danger!
ROTATING PARTS.
Keep clear of auger while
engine is running.
• Read Operator’s
Manual.
• 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.
EN - 5
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
This equipment and/or its engine may include
exhaust and evaporative emissions control
system components required to meet U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
and/or California Air Resources Board
(CARB) regulations. Tampering with
emission controls and components by
unauthorized personnel may result in severe
fines or penalties. Emission controls and
components can only be adjusted by an
Ariens Company dealer or an authorized
engine manufacturer's service center.
Contact your Ariens Company Equipment
Retailer concerning emission controls and
component questions.
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. Only trained adults may
operate unit. Training includes actual
operation.
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.
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.
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 Skid Shoes 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 AUGER 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.
DO NOT overload the machine capacity by
attempting to operate or to clear snow at too
fast a rate.
Slow down and turn corners slowly.
Do not operate in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. ALWAYS back up slowly. Always
look down and behind before and while
backing.
Disengage attachment drive when traveling
from one work area to another.
EN - 6
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 skid shoes 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.
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-covered 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 only an
approved gasoline container with an
appropriately sized dispensing spout.
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 lockopen device.
If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
Properly remove fuel before tipping unit up
onto housing, so no spills will occur.
Secure unit so it will not tip over during
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.
EN - 7
ASSEMBLY
Figure 3
1
3
2
9
10
12
11
4
6
7
8
5
14
15
13
16
17
18
19
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
WARNING: Dropping or tipping
over boxed unit could result in
personal injury or damage to unit.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Check the contents of your package for the
parts listed below (Figure 3):
Item Part No. Qty Description
The following parts are included as part of the
Sno-thro Unit:
1. N/A 1 Sno-thro Unit
2. 07028500 2 3/8" x 3/4" Hex Head
The following parts are included as a part of the
Lower Handlebar:
3. 00597451 1 Lower Handlebar
4. 06221600 4 5/16" x 2-1/4" Round
5. 07500005 4 Handlebar Spacer
6. 06435700 4 Flat Steel Washer
7. 06307400 4 Locking Washer
8. 06530200 4 5/16" Nyloc Nut
Serrated Flange
Grade 5 Bolt
Head Square Neck
Grade 5 Bolt
17. 06212000 4 Bolt, Round Head
18. 06435900 4 Washer, Flat Steel
19. 06529600 4 Nut, Locking, Center,
Square Neck .38-16 x
1.00 (921013, 018)
.438 x 1.00 x .083
(921013, 018)
.38-16 (921013, 018)
If any of the contents listed are missing
contact your local Ariens dealer. Use only
Ariens approved parts; unapproved parts
may void the unit warranty.
9. N/A 1 Upper Handlebar
10. N/A 1 Discharge Chute
11. N/A 1 Chute Crank
12. N/A 1 Literature Pack
13. 06900510 1 Trigger Cable
14. 06100007 1 1/4" x 1-1/2 Oval
15. 06305200 1 1/4" Locking Washer
16. 02483859 2 Skid Shoe, Reversible
Assembly
Assembly
Assembly
Assembly (921013,
022, 023, 027, 034)
Head Machine Screw
(921013, 022, 023,
027, 034)
(921013, 022, 023,
027, 034)
(921013, 018)
EN - 8
ASSEMBLY
Figure 4
1
2
1. Lower Handlebar
2. Wheel
3. Mounting Hole
3
Figure 5
3
4
2
1. Upper Handlebar Assembly
2. Lower Handlebar
3. 5/16" x 2-1/4" Round Head
Square Neck Grade 5 Bolt
4. Handlebar Spacer
5. Flat Steel Washer
6. Locking Washer
7. 5/16" Nyloc Nut
1
7
6
5
Figure 6
3
1. Clutch Arm
2. Cable Eyelet
3. Attachment Control Cable
4. Traction Control Cable
1
4
2
Tools Required:
• Pliers
• Open-End Wrenches: 3/8, 7/16, 1/2,
9/16" and/or Adjustable Wrench
•Tire Gauge
• Torque Wrench (Optional)
• Phillips Screwdriver
Unfold Lower Handlebar
(Figure 4)
IMPORTANT: Be sure to block wheels or
secure unit so it does not move during
assembly.
1. Rotate lower handlebar out from unit so
lower handlebar mounting holes align
with mounting holes on the unit frame
(Figure 4).
.
.
2. Hook spring end of attachment control
cable to the clutch arm.
3. Hook spring end of the traction control
cable to the cable eyelet on back of
frame.
.
2. Secure lower handlebar to unit using two
3/8" x 3/4" hex head serrated flange
grade 5 bolts (Figure 3, Item 2) .
3. Tighten all four bolts to 25 – 42 lbf-ft
(33.9 – 56.9 N•m).
Attach Upper Handlebar Assembly
(Figure 5 and 6)
1. Attach upper handlebar assembly to
NOTE: DO NOT tighten hardware. Allow
upper handlebar assembly to hang from the
lower handlebars for the next step (Figure 5).
lower handlebar using two sets of the
handlebar hardware. One set to attach
each side of the handlebars (Figure 5).
EN - 9
Unfold Upper Handlebar Assembly
Figure 7
1. Handlebar Hardware
2. Shift Rod Hardware
3. Shift Rod
4. Speed Selector Lever
1
3
2
4
Figure 8
2
4
3
1. Wire Harness
2. Cable Tie
3. Cable Anchor
4. Engine Electrical Plug
1
Figure 9
1. Trigger Cable Assembly
2. Oval Head Machine Screw
3. Internal Locking Washer
1
2
3
(Figure 7 and 8)
1. Rotate the handlebar into operating
position.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage cable spring
hooks when rotating handlebar upward.
.
2. Install the remaining handlebar
hardware attaching the upper handlebar
assembly to the lower handlebar
(Figure 5).
3. Tighten all hardware.
4. Remove packaging around shift rod.
5. Rotate shift rod into place and tighten
hardware.
6. Connect shift rod to speed selector arm
and adjust as specified in Speed
Selector Adjustment on page 28.
7. Adjust attachment cable as specified in
on page 29.
8. Adjust the traction cable as specified in
Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment on
page 31.
Connect Headlight Wire Harness
(Figure 8)
NOTE: The headlight wire harness comes
attached to the upper handlebar assembly.
1. Route the wire harness along the interior
of the right side handlebar.
2. Connect to the engine electrical plug.
3. Press cable anchor into mounting hole in
the frame near the engine electrical
plug.
4. Secure the wire harness to the
handlebars using the cable ties attached
to the wire harness.
Install Trigger Cable Assembly
(921013, 022, 023, 027, 034)
(Figure 9)
NOTE: Trigger cable assembly comes
attached to the Sno-thro unit.
1. Attach remote trigger cable assembly to
upper handlebar assembly using one
1/4" x 1-1/2 oval head machine screw
(921013, 022, 023, 027, 034) and one
1/4" locking washer (921013, 022, 023,
027, 034) (Figure 9).
EN - 10
Install Discharge Chute and
Figure 10
1. Mounting Holes
2. Discharge Chute
3. Chute Pedestal
4. Discharge Chute Ring
5. Mounting Hardware
1
OS7040
OS7045
5
3
2
4
Figure 11
1. Chute Crank
2. Control Panel
3. Hairpin
1
3
2
921013, 022, 023, 027, 031, 034
Discharge Chute Crank (921013, 022,
023, 027, 031, 034)
(Figure 10 and 11)
1. Grease underside of discharge chute
ring (if not already greased).
2. Remove mounting hardware from auger
housing (Figure 10).
3. Install discharge chute over opening in
the auger housing. Finger tighten the
mounting hardware removed in step 2.
NOTE: Leave discharge chute pedestal loose
to help install the chute crank.
4. Insert the short end of the chute crank
into the hole in the front of the control
panel.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage nylon
bushing when attaching crank to the control
panel.
5. Connect the chute crank to the pinion
gear on chute with hairpin.
.
6. Orient the chute and pedestal to its most
vertical position and tighten pedestal
hardware to 15 – 31 lbf-ft (20 – 42 N•m)
(Figure 10).
Install Discharge Chute, Chute
Control and Chute Rod
(921017, 018)
(Figure 12 and 13)
1. Grease underside of discharge chute
ring (if not already greased).
2. Remove mounting hardware from auger
housing.
3. Install discharge chute over opening in
the auger housing. Finger tighten the
mounting hardware removed in step 2.
NOTE: Leave discharge chute pedestal loose
to help install the chute rod.
EN - 11
4. Remove the gear cover from top of
1
5
3
2
OS7040
4
Figure 12
1. Mounting Holes
2. Discharge Chute
3. Chute Pedestal
4. Discharge Chute Ring
5. Mounting Hardware
Figure 13
3
1. Chute Rod
2. Gear Cover
3. Control Assembly
4. Gear Assembly
5. Chute Control Cable
6. Alignment Marker
7. Chute Pedestal
8. Rubber Grommet
9. Hair Pin
2
1
9
4
5
6
8
7
1
9
chute pedestal.
5. Release the lock arm on the gear
assembly with your finger and rotate the
discharge chute so it points straight
ahead.
NOTE: Make sure alignment markers on gear
assembly are lined up when discharge chute
is pointing straight ahead.
6. Remove rubber grommet from control
panel.
7. Make sure the chute control cable is
routed between the lower handlebar and
the bottom of the control panel, insert
control assembly into slot in control
panel from below and install assembly
into nylon bushing under controls.
8. Reinstall rubber grommet over control
assembly knob and in control panel.
NOTE: To ensure the discharge chute follows
its full range of travel, make sure the control
lever is centered in the slot and pointing
straight up before installing the chute rod.
9. Insert chute rod end without ears into
control lever and slide into control panel
until opposite end of rod clears the gear
assembly.
10. Align end of chute rod with hex hole in
gear assembly and insert until ears hit
gear.
11. Insert hairpin into hole in chute rod near
gear assembly.
12. Hook the chute control cable onto the
chute rod.
IMPORTANT: The chute control cable hook
will prevent the cable from contacting the
engine or muffler guard. Make sure this cable
stays connected while unit is in operation.
13. Check to make sure the chute control
cable ends are properly seated in control
assembly and control arm.
14. Adjust control cable as necessary to
remove cable slack. Be sure lock arm is
fully seated in gear teeth.
15. Replace gear cover on top of chute
pedestal.
16. Orient the chute and pedestal to its most
vertical position and tighten pedestal
hardware to 15 – 31 lbf-ft (20 – 42 N•m).
17. Make sure the discharge chute rotates
left and right when you push the
discharge chute control lever left and
right.
NOTE: If chute does not stay in position,
adjust as directed in Discharge Chute Control
or repair before operation (see Discharge
Chute on page 28).
EN - 12
Remote Deflector Control
Figure 14
1. Chute Deflector Cable Anchor
2. Barrel Cable End
3. Deflector Cable
4. Cable Fitting
5. Discharge Chute Cable Bracket
1
2
3
5
4
3
Figure 15
2
3
1. Bolt, Round Head Square Neck
.38-16 x 1.00
2. Skid Shoe, Reversible
3. Washer, Flat Steel
.438 x 1.00 x .083
4. Nut, Locking, Center, .38-16
1
4
(Figure 14)
NOTE: Connect the barrel cable end to the
chute deflector cable anchor before clipping
the cable to the discharge chute cable
bracket.
1. Route deflector cable along the left side
of the chute pedestal.
2. Insert the barrel cable end into the
bracket on left side of chute deflector
(Figure 14).
3. Hold seal out of the way while routing
the cable through the bracket on the left
side of the discharge chute, and then
push the cable fitting into the bracket.
4. Push the seal securely over the end of
the cable fitting to prevent water from
entering the cable.
5. Check deflector travel. Adjust nut on
cable end under control panel to obtain
full travel, if necessary (see Remote
Deflector Control Adjustment on
page 27).
.
Check Function of 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 they do not, contact your Dealer
for repairs.
Check Tire Pressure
(921013, 017, 018, 022, 027, 031, 034)
Check tire pressure and adjust to the
pressure listed on tire sidewall.
Install Skid Shoes (921013, 018)
(Figure 15)
NOTE:
1. Remove hardware from skid shoes.
2. Install hardware through blower housing
and skid shoe as shown.
3. Adjust skid shoes (see Skid Shoes on
page 26).
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive
separation of tire and rim parts is
possible when they are serviced
incorrectly:
• Do not attempt to mount a tire
without the proper equipment and
experience to perform the job.
• Do not inflate the tires above the
recommended pressure.
• Do not weld or heat a wheel and
tire assembly. Heat can cause an
increase in air pressure resulting
in an explosion. Welding can
structurally weaken or deform the
wheel.
• Do not stand in front or over the
tire assembly when inflating. Use a
clip-on chuck and extension hose
long enough to allow you to stand
to one side.
Check Track Tension
(921023)
Check tracking of unit and tension the tracks
as required (see Track Tension Adjustment
on page 34).
Check Auger Gearcase Oil
Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check
Auger Gearcase on page 25).
Check Engine Crankcase Oil
IMPORTANT: The engine may be shipped
with oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual
for detailed instructions.
Fill Engine Fuel Tank
Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See
FILLING FUEL TANK on page 20
If Applicable - remove the protective wrap
from the fuel tank and install the fuel cap
located in the attached bag.
Check Function of all Controls
Ensure unit runs and performs properly. Refer
to OPERATION on page 17.
Run-in Attachment Belt
1. Start unit in a well-ventilated area
according to Starting and Shut Off on
page 22.
2. Engage attachment clutch lever and run
attachment for about 15 minutes.
3. Stop unit, wait for all moving parts to
stop, and remove spark plug wire.
4. Adjust clutch idler according to on
page 29.
5. Adjust belt finger, if necessary. See
Check Belt Finger Clearance on
page 30.
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