Lubricate Unit - Ariens 921045 Operator's Manual

3. Check oil level with dipstick and add oil if
needed. Oil level must be 6.1 – 6.7 cm
(2.4 – 2.6") from the flat surface of the
gearcase cover.
IMPORTANT: Ariens recommends using only
Ariens L3 synthetic severe duty gear lube
(see Service Parts on page 13). Using other
lubricants will not automatically void unit
warranty, but the warranty will not cover
damage caused by using unauthorized
lubricants.
4. Inspect seal washer for wear or rubber
deterioration and replace if needed.
5. Reinstall seal washer (rubber side
down) and oil fill plug. Torque to 9 N•m
(80 lb-in).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT over torque.
Measurements are given in pound force
inches (lb-in) and not pound force foot (lb-ft).
IMPORTANT: Incorrect torquing and failure to
install or correctly torque seal washer may
void gearcase warranty.

LUBRICATE UNIT

Ariens recommends using Ariens Hi-Temp
Grease or equivalent (see Service Parts on
page 13) to lubricate fittings. Lubricate each
season or every 25 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before
and after lubrication.
Remove Bottom Cover
1. Place unit in service position. See
Figure 13.
2. Remove six hex bolts retaining cover and
remove cover. Save for reinstallation.
Lubricate Unit
Use the following key for all lubrication
procedures.
Grease
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= Lubricate on Both Sides
Traction Drive
1. Remove bottom cover.
2. Lubricate as shown in Figures 15 and 16.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to
contact friction disc, friction plate or belts.
3. Reinstall bottom cover and return unit to
operating position.
Oil
EN - 14
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Figure 15
Figure 16
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