Ariens Sno-Tek 03883300A - Manual (Page 17)

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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The chart below shows the recommended
maintenance schedule that should be
performed on a regular basis. More frequent
service may be required.
*
After first five hours of operation.
**
After first two hours of operation.
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.
CHECK FASTENERS
Make sure all hardware is tightened properly.
CHECK CLUTCH OPERATION
Auger / impeller must stop within 5 seconds
when attachment clutch/impeller brake lever
is released.
Wheels must stop quickly when traction drive
clutch lever is released.
If clutches do not engage or disengage
properly, adjust or repair before operation
(see Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 23 and Traction Drive Clutch
Adjustment on page 25).
CHECK CLUTCH SPRING
ADJUSTMENT
Make sure the attachment clutch and traction
drive clutch are adjusted to the range
specified in Attachment Clutch/Brake
Adjustment on page 23 andTraction Drive
Clutch Adjustment on page 25.
CLEAN ENGINE
Refer to engine manual for detailed
instructions.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
The engine crankcase oil should be checked
every 5 hours of operation. Oil level MUST be
maintained in safe operating range on
dipstick at all times or engine damage will
result (See engine manual).
Park unit on a level surface. Refer to engine
manual for detailed instructions.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Change oil after first 2 hours of operation,
thereafter change oil every 25 hours (more
often if required). Refer to engine manual for
detailed instructions.
Run engine just prior to changing oil. Warm
oil will flow more freely and carry away more
contamination. Remove the oil drain plug
from the side of the unit and tip the unit to
help drain all the oil.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire
sidewall (see Check Tire Pressure on
page 10).
CHECK AUGER GEARCASE
IMPORTANT: Proper oil level must be
maintained.
Gear cases are filled to the correct level at
the factory. Unless there is evidence of
leakage, no additional lubricant should be
required. Check oil level each season or
every 25 hours of operation.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Service
Performed Each
Use Every
5 hrs. Every
25
hrs. Yearly
Check Dual
Handle
Interlock •
Check
Fasteners •
Check Clutch
Operation •
Check Clutch
Spring
Adjustments * •
Clean Engine •
Check Engine
Oil •
Change
Engine Oil ** •
Check Tire
Pressure •
Check Auger
Gearcase • •
General
Lubrication • •