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Ariens Sno-Thro 926 Service Manual

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926 Sno-Thro
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Service Manual
Models 926001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006,
007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 101, 102,
103, 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 500, 501, 504
02983600 06/07
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 926 Sno-Thro Service Manual Models 926001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 101, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 500, 501, 504 02983600 06/07 Printed in USA...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION maintenance. The Ariens dealer must register the product at the time Safety Messages of purchase. Registering the product will help the For your safety and the safety of others always read,...

  • Page 3: Safety

    DISCLAIMER directive provided in the communication. The types of communication are: Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make changes Service Letter - General technical information for the to, and add improvements upon its products at any dealer. Technical information on how to service the time without public notice or obligation.
  • Page 4 SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS 2. DANGER! ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure below for Safety Decal locations. ROTATING PARTS! ONLY use clean-out tool to clear blockages. NEVER use your hands. High speed impeller rotates below discharge opening. Wait for all moving parts to stop before removing OS6610 clogs or servicing.
  • Page 5 Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit and engine, uneven work areas and rough terrain. Stay alert for remove key and allow moving parts to stop before hidden hazards. leaving operator’s position. Avoid uneven and rough terrain.
  • Page 6 DO NOT operate on steep slopes. DO NOT clear snow No flames, No sparks, No smoking near battery. across the face of slopes. Keep all movement on ALWAYS wear safety glasses and protective gear near slopes slow and gradual. DO NOT make sudden battery.

  • Page 7: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Unfold Handlebar (Figure 4) WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and 1. Remove the lower and loosen the upper wing understand the entire Safety section before knobs on the handlebar assembly. proceeding. 2. Loosen the wing nuts on the shift rod. 3.
  • Page 8 NOTE: After the chute rod has been inserted through the hex hole in the control assembly, placing the unit in the service position (see Service Position on page 19) will ease alignment and installation of the hair pin. 5. Secure the chute rod to the control assembly with the hair pin removed in step 3 using the proper hole location as shown in Figure 7.
  • Page 9 6. Insert the chute lock cable fitting into the bracket Deflector Remote on the chute pedestal, and then connect the NOTE: Connect the cable end to the cable anchor on chute lock cable to the lock teeth by fitting the the discharge deflector before clipping the cable to the cable ball end into the slot on the lock teeth.
  • Page 10 Connect Battery (926500, 501) Fill Engine Fuel Tank 1. Remove wing nuts from battery cover. Refer to Engine Manual for proper fuel type and tank capacity. 2. Install wire leads to battery terminal (Red + , Black -). Check Function of all Controls 3.

  • Page 11: Controls And Features

    CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1. Attachment Clutch Lever 2. Speed Selector 3. Deflector Remote Control 4. Chute Control 5. Traction Drive Clutch Lever 6. Oil Fill/Dipstick 7. Muffler Guard 8. Discharge Chute Deflector 9. Discharge Chute 10. Impeller 11. Clean-out Tool 12.

  • Page 12: Operation

    OPERATION Ignition Switch (120V or 240V start on engine) WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and Key Switch has two positions: understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. 1. “Stop” - pulled out 2. "Run" - pushed in WARNING: To avoid injury to hands and feet, NOTE: DO NOT twist key after it is always disengage clutches, shut off engine, inserted.
  • Page 13 Throttle Discharge Chute The throttle controls the engine speed. To Discharge chute rotates 200°. increase or decrease the engine speed, ALWAYS position discharge chute in safe direction and adjust to: angle, away from operator and bystanders, before 1. Fast (normal or warm starts) starting engine.
  • Page 14 If remote wheel lock does not lock or unlock properly, adjust or repair before operation (see REMOTE WHEEL LOCK (926002, 003, 102, 103, 302, 303, 304) on page 24). Axle Lock Pin (Figure 13) (926001, 101, 504) Use the axle lock pin to lock or unlock the right or left wheel.
  • Page 15 3. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent 5. Check Remote Wheel Lock (926002, 003, dirt from entering Fuel Tank. 102, 103, 302, 303, 304) 4. Remove Cap. Squeeze and release the remote wheel lock to lock the left wheel for better traction when throwing snow or to IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline unlock the left wheel for easier steering.
  • Page 16 NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F (-26° C) 12. Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for additional priming may be needed. travel or adaptation to outside temperature. Set throttle to Fast position for normal operation. (All 4. If engine is cold, apply choke. See Engine models except 926007) Manual for detailed instructions.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    DO NOT transport machine while engine is running. MAINTENANCE Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments Belt Service Position which may be required to keep your unit operating at To place unit into Belt Service position: peak efficiency.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Service Position The chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed on a regular basis. More frequent service may be required. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Service Performed Each Use Every 5 Every 25 Yearly hrs. hrs. Check Dual Handle •...
  • Page 19 Keep battery and its terminals clean. of plug and replace plug. IMPORTANT: Remove battery from unit before IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens special gear lubricant cleaning. L-2 (Part Number 00008000). Gearcase filler plug may require an application of Loc-Tite® 565 thread sealant Remove corrosion from battery terminals and cable with repeated servicing.
  • Page 20 Grease OS0642 OS7135 OS7140 OS7150 Figure 18 GB - 22...

  • Page 21: Service And Adjustments

    SHEAR BOLTS 5. Secure handlebar to frame with hardware IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens shear bolts for removed in step 4 using the different hardware replacement. Use of any other type of shear bolt may locations shown in Figure 21.
  • Page 22 REMOTE DIFFERENTIAL (926004, 005, 006, 300, 301, 500, 501) If remote differential does not lock: 1. Place unit in service position (see Service Position on page 20). 2. Remove bottom cover. 3. Loosen jam nuts on cable. Make sure the bottom jam nut is loosened enough to remove slack from cable.
  • Page 23 5. Loosen the top jam nut 1 – 3 turns. 6. Tighten the bottom jam nut. 7. Re-install bottom cover. Tighten nut. 8. Check function of remote wheel lock. If wheel lock does not function properly, take unit to Dealer for repairs. Finger tighten top jam nut, then loosen top jam nut 1 –...
  • Page 24 If chute does not rotate freely: ATTACHMENT CLUTCH/BRAKE ADJUSTMENT (Figures 31, 32 and 33) Tighten the cable by loosening the upper adjustment nut, and then tightening the lower adjustment nut IMPORTANT: IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT against the bracket (Figure 27). could result in unexpected movement of auger and impeller causing death or serious injury.
  • Page 25 Adjust the Attachment Clutch Cable Spring 4. Tighten jam nut on cable adjustment barrel. Extension Check Attachment Idler Arm Roller Clearance 1. With the attachment clutch lever disengaged, NOTE: It will be difficult to check the measurment measure the length of the clutch cable spring. inside the frame.
  • Page 26 2. Check belt finger clearance (Figure 36). With clutch lever engaged, belt finger on the side opposite the belt idler should be less than 1/8 in. (3 mm) from belt, but not touching the belt. Adjust belt finger as necessary. 3.
  • Page 27 5. Adjust spring extension. 7. Remove hex bolts securing housing to frame. Tip housing and frame apart on pivot pins (Figure a.With the traction drive clutch lever disengaged, 35). loosen the jam nut on the cable adjuster. 8. Remove attachment drive belt from attachment b.Turn the adjuster body up the cable for more pulley (hold brake away from belt).
  • Page 28 Install new attachment drive belt: FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT 1. Place new attachment belt onto attachment 1. Place unit into service position. pulley. 2. Remove bottom cover by removing six hex bolts. NOTE: Holding down the attachment clutch lever will 3. With axle locked, hold one wheel so friction disc make it easier to reconnect the housing and frame.

  • Page 29: Storage

    51001500 Shear Bolt Kit proceeding. ACCESSORIES SHORT TERM IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high pressure See your authorized Ariens dealer to add the additional accessories available to your Sno-Thro. water or store unit outdoors. Part No. Description Run with attachment clutch engaged a few minutes...
  • Page 30 ENGINE ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING The troubleshooting key is generic and can be used for several types of engines. Use only those possible The following troubleshooting chart is to be used to causes and corrective actions that apply to the isolate engine problems and give possible causes and unit.
  • Page 31 See your engine manual for information on the operation and maintenance of your engine. Follow those instruc- tions for oil and filter changes. REMOVING THE ENGINE 1. Drain gasoline. 11.Remove both belts from the engine pulleys. Remove pulleys. 12.If the unit has a bracket at the top of the engine for chute/deflector controls, unbolt it. 13.If the unit is equipped with electric starting, remove the starter.
  • Page 32 INSTALLING THE ENGINE 1. Position the engine in the frame. 15.Insert mounting bolts and tighten. 16.If equipped with electric starting, install the starter. On models with 12V starter (926500, 501) connect the positive lead from the solinoid to the starter. 17.Reattach any brackets for chute/deflector controls.
  • Page 33 NGINE AND RIVE Model 926001, 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 101, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 500, 501, 502, 504 PS1082 GB - 35...
  • Page 34 Model 926007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012 PS1082 GB - 36...
  • Page 35 NGINE AND RIVE Model All Item Part No. Qty. Description 06529200 Nut, Hex .31-18 (500, 501) 06529200 Nut, Hex .31-18 06307400 Washer, Lock .312 x .097 (500, 501) 06307400 Washer, Lock .312 x .097 08200038 Engine, 9.25HP Tecumseh LH318SA - 156582H - 120 Volt (001, 101) 08200039 Engine, 9.25HP Tecumseh LH318SA - 156581H - 240 Volt (504) 08200040...
  • Page 36 WHEELS, AXLE AND REDUCTION DRIVE WHEELS AND AXLE The wheels are held onto the axle with locking pins. To remove a wheel pull the locking pin and the wheel will slide off. To remove the axle: 1. Place the unit in upright service position. 20.Remove the bottom plate.
  • Page 37 HEELS AND XLES Model 926001, 007, 101, 504 PS0803 Part No. Qty. Description 07100034 Tire/Wheel Assembly, RH 15 x 5 - 6 Pin (Includes Items 12-14) 07100035 Tire/Wheel Assembly, LH 15 x 5 - 6 Pin (Includes Items 12-14) 07015800 Pin-LOK .31 x 2.00 06436300 Washer, Flat Steel 1.010 x .505 x .062...
  • Page 38 HEELS AND XLES Model 926004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 012, 300, 301, 500, 501, 502 PS0802 item Part No. Qty. Description 07100026 Tire/Wheel Assembly RH 16 x 4.80 - 8 Differential (Includes 16-18) (004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 012, 300, 301) 07100027 Tire/Wheel Assembly LH 16 x 4.80 - 8 Differential (Includes 16-18) (004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 012, 300, 301)
  • Page 39 HEELS AND XLES Model 926002, 003, 009, 011, 102, 103, 302, 303, 304 PS0791 Part No. Qty. Description 08300023 Spring, Tension .06 x .62 x 2.94 05500023 Bushing, Sleeve .706 x .764 x .75 07100032 Tire/Wheel Assembly RH 15 x 52601700 Axle, Differential with Bushings 5.00 - 6 (Includes 22-24) (002,...
  • Page 40 EDUCTION RIVE Model All 926007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012 PS0464 Item Part No. Qty. Description 00382800 Shaft, Pinion 06436100 Washer, Flat Steel .630 x 1.005 x .062 (001, 004, 005, 006, 007, 008, 010, 012, 101, 300, 301, 500, 501, 502, 504) 06436100 Washer, Flat Steel .630 x 1.005 x .062 (002, 003, 009, 011, 102, 103, 302, 303, 304) 00372900...
  • Page 41 IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens shear bolts for replacement. Use of any other type of shear bolt may result in severe damage to unit. Occasionally an object may enter auger/impeller housing and jam auger, breaking shear bolts which secures auger to shaft.
  • Page 42 RUNNERS CAUTION: Adjust auger/impeller housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surfaces. Runners should be adjusted as conditions require. Raising or lowering runners controls distance scraper blade is held above surface being cleared. When operating machine on gravel surface, lower runners so the housing will not pick up gravel. On concrete, blacktopped or packed down snow surfaces, raise runners so that scraper blade scrapes clean.
  • Page 43 HUTE UGER AND ATTERY Model All PS1092 GB - 45...
  • Page 44 HUTE UGER AND ATTERY Model All 926007, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012 Item Part No. Qty. Description 012, 103, 302, 500, 501) 07012600 Fitting, Lube .25-28 x .256 00389000 Rod, Deflector Cap 52421100 Rake, Left Hand - 26" (15.75" 04912900 Cover, Battery (500, 501) O.D.) (Includes Item 20) (001, Battery Recommend 240...
  • Page 45 HUTE UGER AND ATTERY Model All Item Part No. Qty. Description 07028500 Bolt, Hex Flanged Whizloc Head .38-16 x .75 07053300 Nut, Retainer .375-16 x .37 01014200 Bearing Flange 06900018 Cable, Deflector 52602200 Chute, Discharge with Deflector 05947900 Bolt, Hex .25-20 x .50 Grade 5 (500, 501) 06909400 Clamp, J 07533200...
  • Page 46 ISCHARGE HUTE Model All PS1103 Item Part No. Qty. Description 00389200 Rod, Chute Rotation - Hex 00261700 Cover, Chute Gear 07412000 Screw, Tapping .25-20 x .50 Hex Washer Head 05952500 Bolt, Hex .25-20 x 1.25 Grade 5 00184200 Gear, Chute - Locking 06222300 Bolt, Round Head Square Neck .35-20 x 1.50 06400014...
  • Page 47 This case requires Ariens L-2 P/N 00008000 and should be half full. After assembly is complete you should be able to turn input shaft freely. Auger/impeller gear case is lubricated with Ariens L-2 (P/N 00008000). Check lubrication by removing filler plug. Lubrication should be even with hole with unit sitting level.
  • Page 48 Rake Shaft 32" (002, 009, 102, 303, 304) 00275000 Rake Shaft 28" (003, 011, 103, 302) 00008000 Ariens 16 Oz. Bottle of L2 Lube (9 oz. capacity) 52419600 Worm Shaft and Gear 06436300 Washer, Flat Steel 1.010 x 1.505 x .062...
  • Page 49 Model 926004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 012, 300, 301, 500, 501 PS0472 GB - 51...
  • Page 50 Gear Case, Cast Iron 28" (006, 012) 52600900 Gear Case, Cast Iron 32" (500) 52601000 Gear Case, Cast Iron 36" (501) 22 00150900 Pipe Plug, 1/4 NPT 23 00008000 Ariens 16 oz. Bottle of L2 Lube (9 oz. capacity) GB - 52...
  • Page 51 ELECTRICAL Model 926002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 500, 501, 502 PS0891 GB - 53...
  • Page 52 PS0891 item Part No. Qty. Description 07517300 AR Cable Tie 02460700 Key with Cap (500, 501) 07517700 Cap, Ignition Switch (500, 501) 06517300 Nut, Panel .63-32 (500, 501) 02739600 Ignition Switch Assembly (500, 501) 52709300 Switch Assembly (Includes Items 2 thru 5) (500, 501) 00432300 AR Harness, Wiring-Light and Handwarmer (002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 010, 011, 012, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 303, 304, 502)
  • Page 53 ONTINUITY IAGRAM Model 926500, 501 Key Switch Hand Warmer Switch (02739600) (02485700) Solenoid (Top View) (03679000) PS0841 GB - 55...
  • Page 54 ONTINUITY AND IRING IAGRAMS Model 926002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 008, 009, 010, 011, 012, 102, 103, 300, 301, 302, 304, 502, 503 HEAD LIGHT BLACK HAND WARMER SWITCH BROWN/ORANGE YELLOW RIGHT A.C. LIGHTING HAND YELLOW YELLOW WARMERS D.C. CHARGE ENGINE LEFT GROUND...
  • Page 55 IRING IAGRAM Model 926500, 501 HEAD LIGHT HAND WARMER SWITCH BLACK BROWN / ORANGE YELLOW RIGHT A.C. LIGHTING YELLOW YELLOW HAND WARMERS D.C. CHARGE PURPLE ENGINE WHITE / BLACK MAGNETO LEFT GROUND STARTER BLACK BLACK BLACK BATTERY BLACK RE D FUSE 15 AMP SWITCH...
  • Page 56 LECTRICAL AND IRING IAGRAM Model 926001, 007, 101, 504 PS0900 Item Part No. Qty. Description 00487500 AR Headlight Assembly, Halogen 862 37W 00432200 Harness, Wire Light GB - 58...

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank. Engine will not crank/start. 2. Fuel shut-off valve closed. 2. Open fuel shut-off valve. 3. Build up of dirt and residue around 3. Clean area around governor/carburetor. governor/carburetor.

  • Page 58: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 926001 926002 926003 926004 926005 Description ST926LE ST11528LE ST1332LE ST926DLE ST11526DLE Engine - Tecumseh LH318SA OH318SA OH358SA OH318SA OH318SA Power Max - HP (kW) 9.0 (6.7) 11.5 (8.6) 13.0 (9.7) 9.0 (6.7) 11.5 (8.6) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min 3600 ±...
  • Page 59 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 926006 926101 926102 926103 926300 926301 Description ST1328DLE 926LE 11528LE 1332LE ST11526DLE ST926DLE Engine - Tecumseh OH358SA LH318SA OH318SA OH358SA OH318SA OH318SA Power Max - HP (kW) 13.0 (9.7) 9.0 (6.7) 11.5 (8.6) 13.0 (9.7) 11.5 (8.6) 9.0 (6.7) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min...
  • Page 60 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 926302 926303 926304 926500 926501 926504 Description ST1332LE ST1328LE ST11528LE ST1332DLE ST1336DLE ST8526LE Engine - Tecumseh OH358SA OH358SA OH318SA OH358SA OH358SA LH318SA Power Max - HP 13.0 (9.7) 13.0 (9.7) 11.5 (8.6) 13.0 (9.7) 13.0 (9.7) 8.5 (6.3) (kW) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min...
  • Page 61 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 926007 926008 926009 926010 926011 926012 Description ST926LE ST926DLE ST11528LE ST11526DLE ST1332LE ST1328DLE Engine - Briggs 20A1140120E1 20B4140121E1 21C3140116E1 21C3140116E1 21B4140117E1 21B4140117E1 Power Max - HP 9.5 (7.0) 9.5 (7.0) 11.5 (8.6) 11.5 (8.6) 13.0 (9.7) 13.0 (9.7) (kW) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min...
  • Page 62 Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...

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