Operate Unit; Stop The Engine; Transport Unit; Maintenance - Ariens Sno-Thro Platinum 24 SHO EFI CE Operator's Manual

5. Recoil Start: Pull recoil starter handle.
a. Grasp handle and pull rope out slowly
until it pulls harder.
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 22.
c. Let handle rewind slowly after engine
starts. DO NOT let handle snap
against engine.
6. 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.
IMPORTANT: For best snow-throwing
results, ensure that throttle control knob is set
to the Efficiency or higher position.
NOTICE: Stop auger when traveling between
work areas.
4. Engage traction drive clutch.
NOTICE: Release lever before changing
speed.
IMPORTANT: When the unit is turned left or
TM
right, the Auto-Turn
automatically unlocks wheels for easier
turning. On a straight path, the differential
locks both wheels in place for best traction.
Clear a Clogged Discharge Chute
WARNING: NEVER use your
hand to clean out discharge
chute.
1. Stop engine, remove key and wait for all
moving parts to stop and for hot parts to
cool.
2. Use the snow clean-out tool to clear the
clog.
3. Return the tool to its storage position on
the auger housing.

STOP THE ENGINE

1. Release traction drive clutch lever.
2. Run auger / impeller for a few minutes to
remove loose or melting snow to prevent
impeller from freezing.
3. Release attachment clutch lever.
4. Turn throttle control knob to the slow
position.
differential
5. Turn engine key to stop position and
remove key.

TRANSPORT UNIT

1. Stop engine and remove key.
2. Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle.
NOTICE: NEVER secure from rods or
linkages that could be damaged.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Read and
understand the Safety section
before proceeding.
Your Ariens dealer can provide service and
adjustments to keep your unit operating at
peak efficiency. Contact an authorized engine
manufacturer's service center for engine
service.

SERVICE POSITION

See Figure 12.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Properly remove fuel before
tipping unit up onto housing to
avoid spills. (Refer to engine
manual for instructions.) Make
sure unit is secure and will not
tip.
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Figure 12