Starting And Shut Off - Ariens Sno-Thro 924108 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Differential Lock (110,112,113)
ALWAYS engage differential lock (located in left wheel
hub) for best traction when throwing snow.
Runners
CAUTION
THROWN OBJECTS can result in personal injury
and/or property damage. On gravel surface, lower
runners so that housing will not pick up gravel.
Check and adjust Runners (see Adjustments). Allow 1/8"
(3mm) between scraper blade and hard, smooth
surface(s). Allow 1-1/4" (30mm) between scraper blade
an uneven surface(s).
Function of Clutches
WARNING
FAILURE OF CLUTCHES OR BRAKES may result in
death or serious injury. Check clutch and brake
function before each use. Repair or adjust before
operation.
If the Impeller does not stop quickly when the
Attachment Clutch Lever is released or there is no
noticeable increase in the Lever force before contacting
the Handlebar, adjust as directed in the Adjustments
Section, or repair before operation.
Function of Dual Handle Interlock
Check by pressing down on Clutch Levers (engaging
both clutches). Remove hand from Attachment Clutch
Lever, attachment clutch lever should remain engaged
until Traction Clutch Lever is released then both clutches
must disengage.
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TARTING AND
WARNING
FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS could result
in personal injury and/or damage to unit. DO NOT
attempt to start your unit at this time. Read entire
Owner/Operator Manual and the Engine Manual first.
IMPORTANT: At start up, allow unit and engine to
adjust to the outdoor temperatures before clearing snow.
Before shut off, run impeller a few minutes to prevent
freeze-up of impeller.
NOTE: Try out each control without the engine running
to see how they work and what they do.
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Electric Start
See Figure 3 for all Controls and Features locations.
WARNING
Use only extension cords and receptacles with U.L.
approved 3-wire grounding.
1. Connect extension cord to prongs on starter. Plug
cord into 110 V 3-wire, grounded household outlet.
2. Turn discharge chute straight ahead.
3. Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold engine.
NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F (-26º C)
additional priming may be needed.
4. Turn Choke control to "Choke Closed" position.
NOTE: A warm engine requires less choking than a cold
engine.
5. Insert key into Ignition Switch.
6. Push into "Run" position.
NOTE: The engine key is a two position PUSH/PULL
design. DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.
7. Set throttle to "Fast" position.
8. Push "Start" button on top of starter to crank engine
and release when engine starts. Disconnect power
cord from engine and receptacle.
9. Open choke slowly by gradually turning control to
"Choke Open" position.
10. Set throttle to "Part Throttle" or Slow" position for
adaptation to Ambient temperature or transport.
Once achieved, set throttle to "Fast" position for
normal operation.
11. Select Speed Control range and direction.
12. Engage Attachment Clutch - Right Hand Lever.
13. Engage Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Lever.
Manual Start
See Figure 4 for all Controls and Features locations.
WARNING
BE CERTAIN THAT TRACTION DRIVE LEVER AND
ATTACHMENT DRIVE LEVER are in the
disengaged position.
WARNING
THROWN OBJECTS could result in death or serious
injury. ALWAYS position Discharge Chute straight
ahead (away from operator) for starting.
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