CHECK CLUTCH OPERATION

Auger and 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 25 and Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment on page 27).

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 25 and Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment on page 27.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire sidewall. (see Check Tire Pressure on page 11).

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.

To ensure adequate lubricant level:

1.Remove filler plug (Figure 16). Lubricant must be at least up to bottom of lubricant filler hole with unit resting on a level surface.

2.Add lubricant if required. Allow oil to drain to level of plug and replace plug.

IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens special gear lubricant L-2 (Part Number 00008000). Gearcase filler plug may require an application of Loctite® 565 thread sealant with repeated servicing.

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Auger Gearcase

 

2.

Filler Plug

 

 

Figure 16

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GENERAL LUBRICATION

Figure 17

IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before and after lubrication. Do not wipe gearcase filler plug; wiping the gearcase filler plug may remove thread sealant and cause leaks.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to get on friction disc, friction plate or belts.

NOTE: Apply Ariens Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the lubrication fittings. See SERVICE PARTS on page 31.

Sno-Thro should be lubricated (Figure 17) at beginning of season or every 25 operating hours.

Auger Shaft

NOTE: To grease auger shaft, remove shear bolt nuts, and shear bolts. Apply grease at the grease zerks and then turn the auger assemblies on the auger shaft. Replace shear bolts per instructions in Shear Bolts on page 21.

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