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Professional Series
Models
926066 – Pro 28
(SN 000101 +)
926067 – Pro 28 Track
(SN 000101 +)
926072 – Pro 36
(SN 000101 +)
E10
Sno-Thro
Operator's Manual
Manuel du Utilisateur
With Hydrostatic Drive
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
®
05001600A
4/16
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 Sno-Thro ® Operator’s Manual Manuel du Utilisateur Professional Series With Hydrostatic Drive Models 926066 – Pro 28 (SN 000101 +) 926067 – Pro 28 Track (SN 000101 +) 926072 – Pro 36 (SN 000101 +) ENGLISH • 05001600A 4/16 FRANÇAIS Printed in USA...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME ..... . 1 Check Tire Pressure ....14 Check Engine Oil .
  • Page 3: Welcome

    WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Ariens family! Every snow thrower in the Ariens lineup is designed for long-lasting and unsurpassed performance. We are confident your machine will be part of your family for many years to come.
  • Page 4: Safety

    • BECOME ALERT! penalties. Emission controls and components • OBEY THE MESSAGE! can only be adjusted by an Ariens Company dealer or an authorized engine SIGNAL WORDS manufacturer's service center. Contact your The safety alert symbol above and signal Ariens Company Equipment Retailer...
  • Page 5: Safety Decals

    4. Notice NEVER direct discharge NOTICE: Indicates information or procedures towards persons or property that are considered important but not hazard that may be injured or related. If not followed, property damage damaged by thrown objects. could result. 5. Important Keep people away from unit IMPORTANT: Indicates general reference while operating.
  • Page 6: Safety Rules

    Complete a walk-around inspection of the 3. DANGER! unit to understand the unit, your work area and all safety decals. Understand how to operate all controls, the Danger! functions of all controls and how to STOP in an emergency. ROTATING PARTS! Keep Preparation clear of auger while engine Always check overhead and side clearances...
  • Page 7 Never attempt to make any adjustments Do not run the engine indoors, except when while the engine is running (except when starting the engine and for transporting the specifically recommended by manufacturer). snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors;...
  • Page 8 Avoid contact with sharp edges; sharp Always refer to operator's manual for edges can cut. important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period. Do not throw snow higher than necessary. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
  • Page 9 Never secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged. Do not transport machine while engine is running. Accessories Use only Ariens Company-recommended attachments or accessories that are designed for your unit and that are appropriate to your use and can be used safely in your application.
  • Page 10: Controls & Features

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Figure 3 1. Engine Key 17. Height Adjustment Lever (Model 926067) 2. Primer Bulb 18. Discharge Chute Rotation Lever 3. Fuel Tank and Cap 19. Discharge Chute Deflector Lever 4. Fuel Valve 20. Heated Hand Grip Switch 5.
  • Page 11: Engine Key

    CHOKE CONTROL KNOB WARNING: Read and See Figure 6. understand the Safety section Controls airflow to the engine. before proceeding. See Figure 3 for all controls and features locations. ENGINE KEY See Figure 4. Controls power to the engine. The key cannot Figure 6 be removed when in run position.
  • Page 12: Attachment Clutch Lever (Right Side)

    ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER DISCHARGE CHUTE ROTATION (RIGHT SIDE) LEVER See Figure 9. See Figure 12. Controls auger / impeller movement. Rotates discharge chute to control snow discharge. Pull lever back to unlock chute, move lever left or right to desired position, and then push lever forward to lock chute in place.
  • Page 13: Skid Shoe

    2. Select desired speed. E30 / E85 compatible. The maximum 3. Engage attachment clutch. recommended ethanol content is 10%. Ariens recommends using a quality fuel stabilizer in NOTICE: Stop auger when traveling between all fuel. See Short Term on page 25.
  • Page 14 Adjust Track Angle Position Drift Cutters Model 926067 Use drift cutters if snow to be cleared is higher than auger housing. See Figure 14. 1. Loosen wing knobs and move drift cutter To clear snow on gravel or uneven surfaces down.
  • Page 15: Stop The Engine

    2. Run auger / impeller for a few minutes to before proceeding. remove loose or melting snow to prevent impeller from freezing. Your Ariens dealer can provide service and 3. Release attachment clutch lever. adjustments to keep your unit operating at 4. Turn engine key to stop position and peak efficiency.
  • Page 16: Service Parts

    WARNING: AVOID INJURY. • 414 ml (14 oz) cartridge (1) 00036700 Explosive separation of tire and Ariens L3 Lube – 237 ml (8 oz) 00068800 rim parts is possible. • DO NOT inflate tires above Shear Bolt and Nut 52100100 the recommended pressure.
  • Page 17: Lubricate Unit

    (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 14). Using other lubricants will not automatically void unit warranty, but the warranty will not cover damage caused by using unauthorized lubricants.
  • Page 18: Adjustments

    Lubricate Unit Use the following key for all lubrication procedures. Grease = Lubricate on Both Sides 1. Lubricate as shown in Figure 21. 2. Reinstall bottom cover and return unit to operating position. Figure 23 3. Hand rotate auger on auger shaft. 4.
  • Page 19: Adjust Skid Shoes

    Figure 24 nut and tighten lower nut. REPLACE SHEAR BOLTS IMPORTANT: Ariens recommends using only Ariens OEM shear bolts when replacing shear bolts. See Figure 22. 1. Align shear bolt holes in auger with shear bolt holes in the shaft.
  • Page 20: Lever

    ADJUST DISCHARGE CHUTE 5. Move the bell crank to the position at which the wheels / tracks stop moving See Figure 27. and then stop the engine. If discharge chute does not stay in selected 6. Move the speed selector lever to neutral position: position and hold lever in place.
  • Page 21 IMPORTANT: DO NOT completely remove 8. Reconnect spark plug wire. hardware from unit. Check Attachment Idler Arm Roller 4. Loosen jam nut on cable adjustment Clearance barrel, and then turn the adjustment 1. Place unit in service position and remove barrel down to shorten cable and remove bottom cover.
  • Page 22: Adjust Traction Drive Clutch

    • If there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16") gap, Check Belt Finger Clearance loosen idler adjustment nut and move idler See Figure 34. away from belt or pulley. Position idler to With attachment clutch engaged, the belt achieve a 1.6 mm (1/16") minimum brake finger located opposite the belt idler must be pad gap and a 12.7 –...
  • Page 23: Adjust Track Tension

    ADJUST TRACK TENSION Model 926067 1. Check tension by applying pressure to track between the upper and rear track rollers. Deflection should be approximately 9.5 mm (3/8"). See Figure 37. Apply pressure here. Figure 37 1. Traction Drive Clutch Cable 2.
  • Page 24: Adjust Height-Adjustment Cable

    ADJUST HEIGHT-ADJUSTMENT CABLE Model 926067 See Figure 39. NOTICE: Make sure height adjuster lock finger is fully engaged before making adjustments. 1. Loosen jam nuts on cable adjustment barrel. 2. Tighten right jam nut to remove slack between adjustment barrel and cable eyelet.
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    (flooded). and reattempt starting. See Start The Engine on page 11. Engine is faulty. See your Ariens dealer or authorized engine manufacturer’s service center. Fuel mixture is too rich. Turn choke control knob to off position. See Choke Control Knob on page 9.
  • Page 26 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Correction Shear bolts are broken. See Replace Shear bolts on page 17. Attachment clutch / brake is not See Adjust Attachment Clutch & Brake on adjusted correctly. page 18. Impeller is frozen in place. Move unit to a warm place to thaw. Ice or debris is obstructing auger.
  • Page 27: Storage

    2. Tighten all hardware to correct ACCESSORIES specifications. 3. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or See your Ariens dealer for a complete list of damage. Repair as needed. compatible accessories and attachments for 4. Apply a light layer of oil or anti-rust your unit.
  • Page 28: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 926066 926067 926072 Description Hydro Pro 28 Hydro Pro 28 Hydro Pro 36 Track Engine Briggs & Stratton Polar Force Pro 2100 Gross Torque* – N•m (lb-ft) 28.5 (21.0) 420.0 (25.6) Displacement – cm Maximum RPM – No load 3600 ±...
  • Page 29: Warranty

    , Sno-Tek ® and Chore Performing Equipment Limited Warranty Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely, Parker, and Countax ® ® brand chore performing equipment (including Sno-Thro and Sno-Tek equipment) purchased on or after 1/1/2015 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
  • Page 30 Register the product immediately at the time of sale. If the dealer does not register the product, the customer must complete the product registration card in the literature package and return it to Ariens Company, or register the unit online at www.ariens.com, www.gravely.com, www.countax.com or www.parkersweeper.com.
  • Page 31 Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Parts that are not genuine Ariens, Gravely, Parker or Countax service parts are not covered by this warranty and may void the warranty. • Damages resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory, or attachment which is not approved by the Ariens Company for use with product(s) identified herein are not covered by this warranty.
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