Maintenance - Ariens Sno-Thro ST5520E Owner's/Operator's Manual

Shut Off
1. Release Traction Drive Clutch Lever and
allow unit to come to a complete stop.
2. Run impeller a few minutes after use to
prevent freeze-up of impeller.
3. Release Attachment Clutch Lever and
wait for all moving parts to come to a
complete stop.
4. Turn off engine shut-off switch ("OFF").
5. Remove key.
SNOW REMOVAL
IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust
to the outdoor temperature before clearing
snow.
NOTE: Attachment clutch should be engaged
before wheel drive clutch when throwing
snow.
1. Select Speed Control position and
direction.
2. Engage Attachment Clutch - Right Hand
Lever.
3. Engage Traction Drive Clutch - Left
Hand Lever.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT overload unit capacity
by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
Use slow speed to clear deep or hard packed
snow.
Ariens Dealers will provide any service or
adjustments which may be required to keep
your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should
engine service be required, contact an Ariens
dealer or an authorized engine
manufacturer's service center.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
SERVICE POSITION
WARNING: Before tipping unit up
onto housing, remove fuel so no spills
will occur and remove battery (if
equipped). Ensure unit is secure and
will not tip over during maintenance.
Place unit on a flat level surface. Tip unit
forward onto front of auger housing for
service. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip
over. Strap and clamp onto bench if needed.
Tips for Operation
Snow is best removed as soon as possible
after snow fall.
To clear an area, run unit in an overlapping
series of paths. For large areas, start in the
middle and throw snow to each side, so snow
is not cleared more than once.
ALWAYS direct snow away from area to be
cleared and with direction of the wind.
TRAVELING
To travel from one work area to another:
1. Press down on handlebars enough to
2. Engage wheel drive clutch without
TRANSPORT
ALWAYS shut off engine, remove key, and
close fuel shut-off valve when transporting
unit on a truck or trailer.
Use extra care when loading or unloading
unit onto trailer or truck.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle.
NEVER secure from rods or linkages that
could be damaged.
DO NOT transport machine while engine is
running.

MAINTENANCE

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raise front of unit slightly off surface.
engaging attachment drive clutch.
Service Position
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