Ariens Sno-Thro 924117 - 1024 - Manual (Page 14)

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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
Check tire pressure and adjust to the pressure
listed on tire sidewall.
Check Auger Gearcase Oil
Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Service
and Adjustments ).
Check Engine Crankcase Oil
IMPORTANT: Engines on all Sno-Thro models
are shipped with 5W-30 oil in crankcase. Refer
to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
Fill Engine Fuel Tank
Refer to Engine Manual for proper fuel type
and tank capacity.
Check Function of all Controls
Ensure unit runs and performs properly. Refer
to
Operation .
Run in Attachment Belt
1. Start unit in a well-ventilated area
according to Starting and Shut-Off in
Operation .
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 according to Attachment
Clutch/Brake Adjustment in Service and
Adjustments.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 1 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 (2) to stop
movement.
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 attachment drive clutch.
Figure 8
1. Cable Eye
2. Flat Washer and E-Ring
3. Deflector Cable
OS1981
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OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand Operational, Fuel
and Battery Safety Rules before
proceeding.
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