TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 CONTROLS AND FEATURES . . . . . . . 10 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . 17 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 SERVICE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ACCESSORIES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

INTRODUCTION

THE MANUAL

Before operating unit, carefully and completely read your manual. The contents will provide you with an understanding of safety instructions and controls during normal operation and maintenance.

ENGINE MANUAL

The engine on this unit is covered by a separate manual specific to the engine. This manual is included in the literature package that shipped with the unit. Refer to this manual for engine service recommendations. If the engine manual is not available, contact the engine manufacturer for a replacement manual.

MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS

When ordering replacement parts or making service inquiries, know the Model and Serial numbers of your unit.

Numbers are located on the product registration form in the unit literature package. They are also printed on a serial number label on your unit (see Figure 1).

•Record unit model and serial numbers here.

•Record engine model and serial numbers here.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION

The Ariens dealer should register the product at the time of purchase. Registering the product helps the company process warranty claims or contact you with the latest service information. Claims meeting requirements during the limited warranty period will be honored, whether or not the product registration card is returned with proof of purchase.

Customer Note: If the Dealer does not register your product, please fill out, sign and return the product registration card to Ariens or go to www.ariens.com.

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UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS

Use only Ariens replacement parts. The replacement of any part on this unit with anything other than an Ariens authorized replacement part may adversely affect the performance, durability and safety of this unit and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims liability for any claims or damages, whether warranty, property damage, personal injury or death arising out of the use of unauthorized replacement parts.

NOTE: A Parts Manual may be downloaded from www.ariens.com.

1.Unit Model & Serial Number Label Figure 1

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