If clutches do not engage or disengage |
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properly, adjust or repair before operation. |
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page 28 and Traction Drive Clutch | |
Adjustment on page 30. |
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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 rear of the unit and tip the unit back to help drain all the oil.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (921004, 005, 006)
Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire sidewall. See Check Tire Pressure (921004, 005, 006) 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 22). 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
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1.Auger Gearcase
2.Oil Fill and Drain Plug
Figure 22 | OS7132 |
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