Storage - Ariens Sno-Thro 932311 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Replace Friction Disc
1. Remove three hex bolts and nuts holding friction
disc to shift carrier.
2. Remove the old friction disc. Put the new friction
disc in place, flat side to the shift carrier.
3. Reinstall the three bolts and nuts into the new
friction disc and hub. Torque to 5-6 lbf-ft (6.8 to
8.13 N•m).
Reinstall Friction Disc
1. Reinstall the shift carrier, the small pinion gear
and washer onto the hex shaft. The washer goes
between the bearing and the pinion gear.
2. Slide the shaft and attached parts into the frame,
through the right side hole first, then the left.
Pinion gear must mesh with the large gear.
3. Reinstall the flange bearing and washers into the
shift forks. Be sure the washers are inside the
forks.
4. Reinstall the bearing and outside bearing cap on
the left side of the frame.
5. On the right side of the frame, place the washer
on the end of the shaft.
6. Reinstall the bearing cap/bushing on the right
side of frame.
7. Reinstall roll pins in shaft. Be sure pins are
centered in shaft.
8. Connect the pivot pin to the speed selector arm
with the hardware removed in step 6 of Remove
Friction Disc on page 24.
9. Reinstall tires with lockpins.
10. Install bottom cover.
11. Set unit upright.
12. Connect spark plug wire to spark plug.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand the entire Safety section before
proceeding.
SHORT TERM
IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high pressure
water or store unit outdoors.
Run with attachment clutch engaged a few minutes
after each use to free unit of any loose or melting snow.
Close fuel shut-off valve.
Inspect unit for visible signs of wear, breakage or
damage.
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly tightened and
know unit is in safe working condition.
Store unit in a cool, dry protected area.
LONG TERM
Clean unit thoroughly with mild soap and low pressure
water and lubricate (see Maintenance). Touch up all
scratched painted surfaces.
Remove weight from wheels by putting blocks under
frame or axle.
When storing unit for extended periods of time, remove
all fuel from tank and carburetor (run dry). Refer to
Engine Manual.
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STORAGE