Ariens SNO-THRO 924333 - 1024 - Manual (Page 11)

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Check Function of all Controls
Ensure unit runs and performs properly. Refer to
Operation .
STANDARD CONTROLS
See Figure on page 3 for all Controls and Features
locations.
Dual Handle Interlock
When Attachment Clutch and then Traction Drive
Clutch are engaged, the Attachment Clutch will remain
engaged (lever down) if released. To stop attachment,
release Traction Drive Clutch and both clutches will
disengage.
Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Lever
Squeeze the Traction Drive Clutch
Lever against the Handlebar (1) to
engage wheel drive for propelling
unit. Forward speed will vary
according to snow depth and
moisture content.
Release lever to stop movement (2).
NOTE: When traveling to or from the area to be
cleared, press down on the handlebars enough to raise
the front of the unit slightly off the surface. Engage the
traction drive clutch without engaging the auger drive
clutch.
Attachment Clutch - Right Hand Lever
Squeeze Attachment Clutch Lever
against Handlebar (1) to engage
attachment. Release both clutch
levers (2) to disengage power and
apply brake to attachment.
IMPORTANT: If the belt squeals
when the attachment clutch lever is
engaged, the attachment drive may
be frozen. Immediately release the
attachment clutch lever and move the unit into a heated
area to thaw.
Ignition Key (120V start on engine)
Key Switch has two positions:
1. “Stop”
2. “Run”
NOTE: DO NOT twist key after it is
inserted.
Ignition Key (12V start on dash panel)
The ignition switch is operated by a
removable key. It has three positions:
1.“Stop”
2.“Run”
3.“Start”
Primer Bulb
Pushing the Primer Bulb in adds fuel for
easier engine start (see Starting and Shut
Off).
Speed Selector
The Speed Selector controls the unit travel in a forward
or reverse direction when positioned in notch of speed.
Forward:
(6) “Fastest”
(1) “Slow” (Best used for removing deep
or hard packed snow)
Reverse:
(1) “Slow”
(2) “Fast”
IMPORTANT: DO NOT change motion
from forward to reverse with clutch
engaged. Forward speed can be
changed without declutching.
Choke Control Knob
1. Choke Closed position: chokes off
air to engine for easier start.
2. Choke Open position: allows for
normal operation.
IMPORTANT: Gradually open choke
after engine starts.
Throttle
The Throttle controls the engine speed. To
increase or decrease the engine speed,
adjust to:
1.“Fast” (normal or warm starts)
2.“Part-Throttle”
3.“Slow” (cold weather starts)
4.“Stop” (engine is off)
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand Operational, Fuel and Battery
Safety Rules before proceeding.
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