Ariens SERVICE POSITION, MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE, CHECK DUAL HANDLE, INTERLOCK, CHECK FASTENERS, CHECK CLUTCH OPERATION

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

WARNING: Before tipping unit up onto housing, remove fuel so no spills will occur. 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

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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
Check Clutch		*	•
Spring
Adjustments
Clean Engine	•
Check Engine	•	•
Oil
Change		**	**	•
Engine Oil
Check Tire			•
Pressure
Check Auger			•	•
Gearcase
General			•	•
Lubrication

*After first five hours of operation.

**After first two hours of operation, thereafter every 25 hours.

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.

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