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.

If clutches do not engage or disengage properly, adjust or repair before operation. See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 24 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 Check Clutch Spring Adjustment on page 20.

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

Models 926016, 017, 500, 501: Change oil after first 2 hours of operation, thereafter change oil every 25 hours (more often if required). Models 926021, 022,

023:Change oil after first 5 hours of operation, thereafter change oil every 50 hours (more 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

Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire sidewall. See Check Tire Pressure (926016, 017, 500, 501) on page 9.

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 20). 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 Loc-Tite® 565 thread sealant with repeated servicing.

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1.Auger Gearcase

2.Oil Fill and Drain Plug

Figure 20

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GENERAL LUBRICATION

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 30.

Sno-Thro should be lubricated (Figure 21) 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 shaft. Replace shear bolts per instructions in Shear Bolts on page 22.

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