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Ariens Compact 24 LE Quick Start Manual

Ariens Compact 24 LE Quick Start Manual

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Compact 24 LE (920014 s/n 35000 - 74999)
• Step 1: Unfold Handlebars
• Step 2: Install Discharge Chute
• Step 3: Install Discharge Chute Crank
• Step 4: Install Remote Deflector Cable
• Step 5: Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock
• Step 6: Check Tire Pressure
• Step 7: Check Auger Gearcase Oil
• Step 8: Check Engine Crankcase Oil
• Step 9: Fill Engine Fuel Tank
• Step 10: Starting the Engine
• Step 11: Stopping the Engine
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION, WARNING, AND DANGER LABELS.
IMPORTANT: READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND ENGINE MANUAL
THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
BEFORE OPERATING.
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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide Compact 24 LE (920014 s/n 35000 - 74999) • Step 1: Unfold Handlebars • Step 2: Install Discharge Chute • Step 3: Install Discharge Chute Crank • Step 4: Install Remote Deflector Cable • Step 5: Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock •...
  • Page 2 Step One: Unfold Handlebar Remove the lower and loosen the upper hardware on the handlebar assembly. Loosen the hardware on the shift rod. Put the speed selector lever in the sixth forward position. Rotate the handlebar into operating position. NOTE: Be careful not to damage cable spring hooks when rotating handlebar upward.
  • Page 3 Step Two: Install Discharge Chute Grease underside of discharge chute ring (if not already greased). Remove mounting hardware from the bottom of the chute pedestal mount. Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing and secure pedestal to auger housing with hardware removed above.
  • Page 4 Step Three: Install Discharge Chute Crank Slide Chute Crank through the opening in the control panel. NOTE: Be careful not to damage nylon bushing when attaching crank to the dash. Connect the chute crank to the pinion gear on discharge chute with hairpin.
  • Page 5 Step Four: Install Remote Deflector Cable Slide cable through clip on top of discharge chute pedestal. Bend clip closed around cable. Using the wire hook attached to the deflector cable, hook cable to discharge chute crank. Pull rubber seal cap away from snap fitting. Install snap fitting into cable bracket’s mounting hole located under the dash.
  • Page 6 Step Four: Install Remote Deflector Cable Cont. Move deflector control lever to rear most position. Attach cable eye to pin on bottom of deflector control lever. NOTE: Hold down chute deflector cap, if needed, for more cable slack. Secure cable eye to control lever with washer and hairpin. Test controls to be sure deflector works properly.
  • Page 7 Step Five: Check Function of 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. If they do not, contact your dealer for repairs.
  • Page 8 Step Six: Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to the pressure listed on tire sidewall.
  • Page 9 Step Seven: Check Auger Gearcase Oil Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check Auger Gearcase in Owners Manual).
  • Page 10 Step Eight: Check Engine Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
  • Page 11 Step Nine: Fill Engine Fuel Tank Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See FILLING FUEL TANK in Owners Manual.
  • Page 12 Step Ten: Starting the Engine...
  • Page 13 Starting Engine / Step A: Throttle Move the throttle control lever to the fast position. Operate the engine with the throttle control lever in the fast position.
  • Page 14 Starting Engine / Step B: Fuel Valve Turn the fuel shut- off valve to the “ON” position.
  • Page 15 Starting Engine / Step C: Insert the key and turn to the on/start position.
  • Page 16 Starting Engine / Step D: Choke Turn the choke control knob to the choke position. NOTE: Choke is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.
  • Page 17 Starting Engine / Step E: Prime Push the primer two times. NOTE: Priming is usually unnecessary when restarting a warm engine.
  • Page 18 Starting Engine / Step F: (Manual Start) Firmly hold the starter cord handle. Pull the starter cord handle slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rapidly. NOTE: If the engine does not start after repeated attempts, go BRIGGSandSTRATTON.COM or call 1-800-233-3723.
  • Page 19 Starting Engine / Step F: (Electric Start) First connect the extension cord to the power cord receptacle and then into a wall receptacle. If an additional extension cord is required, make sure it is a 3-wire.
  • Page 20 Starting Engine / Step G: (Electric Start) Depress the push button. After you start the engine, first disconnect the extension cord from the wall receptacle and then from the power cord receptacle.
  • Page 21 Starting Engine / Step H: Warm up Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. Then, slowly move the choke control knob to the run position.
  • Page 22 Step Eleven: Stopping the Engine Turn the key to the off position or move throttle control lever to slow and then to the stop position (completely left). Remove the key. Keep away from reach of children. After engine stops, turn the fuel shut-off valve to the closed (vertical) position.
  • Page 23 Additional Resources • Refer to Owners Manual and Engine Manual • Contact Ariens Company www.ariens.com Phone: 920-756-4688 E-mail: info@ariens.com • For issues concerning engine, please contact Briggs and Stratton www.BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com Phone: 800-233-3723 2011 The Ariens Company. All rights reserved.

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