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.

CHECK TIRE PRESSURE

Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire sidewall.

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 7). 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).

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1.Auger Gearcase

2.Filler Plug

Figure 7

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GENERAL LUBRICATION

IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before and after lubrication.

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

NOTE: Apply Stens Mix Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the lubrication fittings. See Service Parts.

Sno-Thro should be lubricated (Figure 8) at beginning of season or every 25 operating hours.

Auger Shaft

NOTE: To grease auger shaft, remove shear bolt nuts, and shear bolts. Turn auger on shaft while applying grease at zerk fittings. Replace shear bolt per instructions in Service and Adjustments.

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Ariens 932503 - 724 manual Clean Engine, Check Engine OIL, Change Engine OIL, Check Tire Pressure, Check Auger Gearcase