MAINTENANCE

Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be required, contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center.

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.

SERVICE POSITION

(Figure 19)

WARNING: Before tipping unit up onto housing, close fuel shut-off valve, and drain fuel tank and fuel system so no spills will occur (see engine manual for complete instructions). Ensure unit is secure and will not tip over during maintenance.

Place unit on a flat level surface. Tip unit forward onto front of auger housing for service. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip over. Strap and clamp onto bench if needed.

Service Position

Figure 19

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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.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Service

Each

Every

Every

Yearly

Performed

Use

5 hrs.

25

 

 

 

 

hrs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check Dual

 

 

 

Handle

 

 

 

 

Interlock

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check

 

 

 

Fasteners

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check Clutch

 

 

 

Operation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clean Engine

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check Engine

 

 

 

Oil

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Change

 

 

 

 

Engine Oil**

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check Tire

 

 

 

Pressure

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Check Auger

 

 

Gearcase

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

General

 

 

Lubrication

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

**Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.

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.

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