Ariens Compact Track 24 Manual page 13

8. Install cable into clip on top of discharge
chute pedestal (Figure 13).
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3
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6
1. Remote Deflector Cable
2. Remote Deflector Control
3. Cable Clip
4. Wire Cable Hook
5. Cable Mounting Bracket
6. Cable Support Bracket
7. Gear Cover
Figure 13
9. Make sure deflector cable loops above
gear cover between cable clip and cable
support bracket (Figure 13).
10. Test controls to be sure deflector works
properly.
NOTICE: If deflector does not follow full
range of travel see Remote Discharge
Deflector Control Adjustment on page 29.
Check Function of Dual Handle
Interlock
Without the engine running, press down
(engage) both clutch levers. Release
attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch
should remain engaged until traction drive
clutch lever is released, then both clutches
must disengage. If they do not, contact your
Dealer for repairs.
Check Tire Pressure
(920013, 014, 021)
Check tire pressure and adjust to the
pressure listed on tire sidewall.
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5
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Check Track Tension
(920022)
Check tracking of unit and tension the tracks
as required (see Track Tension Adjustment
on page 37).
Check Auger Gearcase Oil
Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check
Auger Gearcase on page 24).
Check Engine Crankcase Oil
IMPORTANT: The engine may be shipped
with oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual
for detailed instructions.
Fill Engine Fuel Tank
Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See
FILLING FUEL TANK on page 20.
Check Function Of All Controls
Ensure unit runs and performs properly. Refer
to OPERATION on page 17.
Run-in Attachment Belt
1. Start unit in a well-ventilated area
2. Engage attachment clutch lever and run
3. Stop unit, wait for all moving parts to
4. Adjust clutch idler according to
5. Adjust belt finger, if necessary. See
EN - 13
CAUTION: Avoid injury! Explosive
separation of tire and rim parts is
possible when they are serviced
incorrectly:
• Do not attempt to mount a tire
without the proper equipment
and experience to perform the
job.
• Do not inflate the tires above
the recommended pressure.
• Do not weld or heat a wheel
and tire assembly. Heat can
cause an increase in air
pressure resulting in an
explosion. Welding can
structurally weaken or deform
the wheel.
• Do not stand in front or over
the tire assembly when
inflating. Use a clip-on chuck
and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand
to one side.
according to Starting and Shut Off on
page 21.
attachment for about 15 minutes.
stop, and remove spark plug wire.
Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 30.
Check Belt Finger Clearance on
page 32.