Ariens sno-tek 920401 - Manual (Page 13)

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Speed Selector
Position the speed selector in the appropriate
speed notch to control forward and reverse
travel.
Forward:
(6) Fastest
(1) Slowest
Reverse:
(1) Slow
(2) Fast
IMPORTANT: DO NOT change motion from
forward to reverse with clutch engaged.
Forward speed can be changed without
declutching.
Fuel Shut-Off Valve
IMPORTANT: The fuel shut-off valve MUST
be in the closed position prior to transporting
the unit.
The fuel shut-off valve has
two positions:
Open Position (1): Use this
position to run the unit.
Closed Position (2): Use
this position to service,
transport, or store the unit.
Choke Control
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.
Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT let handle snap back
against starter.
See Starting and Shut Off on page 15.
Snow Clean-Out Tool
(Figure 8)
To clear the discharge chute:
1. Shut off the engine.
2. Wait 10 seconds and make sure impeller
blades have stopped rotating.
3. Remove the snow clean-out tool (1) from
the auger housing and use it to remove
the clog from the discharge chute.
4. Replace the snow clean-out tool on the
auger housing.
Discharge Chute Deflector
ALWAYS position discharge chute deflector
at a safe angle before starting engine.
DO NOT throw snow any higher than
necessary.
Push deflector handle forward or down to
throw snow lower. Pull deflector handle up or
to the rear to throw snow higher.
IMPORTANT: If chute deflector does not stay
in set position, adjust as directed in SERVICE
AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 19, or repair
before operation.
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WARNING: 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.
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1. Snow Clean-Out Tool