Operate Unit - Ariens Sno-Thro Compact Classic 24 Track Operator's Manual

b. Pull handle firmly and quickly with a
rapid, continuous full-arm stroke.
Repeat until engine starts. If engine
does not start, see Troubleshooting
on page 25.
c. Let handle rewind slowly after engine
starts. DO NOT let handle snap
against engine.
8. Gradually turn choke off as engine
warms.
9. Electric Start: Disconnect power cord
from outlet and then from starter.

OPERATE UNIT

1. Rotate discharge chute and move
deflector to desired positions.
2. Select desired speed.
3. Engage attachment clutch.
NOTICE: Stop auger when traveling between
work areas.
4. Engage traction drive clutch.
NOTICE: Release lever before changing
speed.
Adjust Track Angle
Model 920028
See Figure 14.
• To clear snow on gravel or uneven surfaces
or to travel between work areas, squeeze
height adjustment lever and push down on
handlebars to raise auger housing.
• To clear packed snow, squeeze lever and
lift up on handlebars to lower housing.
Set Axle Lock Pin
Models 920025, 920030
NOTICE: Wheels must be locked in the outer
axle holes when using tire chains.
See Figure 15.
Axle lock pins may be positioned so both
wheels lock with axle rotation for greater
traction, or so one wheel is unlocked from
axle and rotates freely for easier turning.
For greater traction:
1. Align both wheel hub holes with inner
axle holes and insert lock pins.
For easier right turns:
1. Remove lock pin from right wheel hub.
2. Insert lock pin through outer axle hole.
For easier left turns:
1. Remove lock pin from left wheel hub.
2. Insert lock pin through outer axle hole.
CAUTION: One wheel MUST be
locked with axle at all times.
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Normal Operation
Raised Position
Lowered Position
Figure 14