Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: The Ariens company has made changes to packaging that affects this serial number range. If the upper handlebars on your unit came already attached please disregard the following six slides. Not attached Attached...
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Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: This slide applies to UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Unfold Lower Handlebar) IMPORTANT: Be sure to block wheels or secure unit so it does not move during assembly. Rotate lower handlebar out from unit so lower handlebar mounting holes align with mounting holes on the unit frame.
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NOTE: This slide applies to Step One: Assemble Handlebars UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Attach Upper Handlebar Assembly) Attach upper handlebar assembly to lower handlebar using two sets of the handlebar hardware. One set to attach each side of the handlebars. NOTE: DO NOT tighten hardware. Allow upper handlebar assembly to hang from the lower handlebars for the next step.
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NOTE: This slide applies to Step One: Assemble Handlebars UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Attach Control Cables) Hook spring end of attachment control cable to the clutch arm. Hook spring end of the traction control cable to the cable eyelet on back of frame. NOTE: Make sure the cable remains in the groove of the pulley.
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Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: This slide applies to UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Unfold Upper Handlebar) Assembly) Rotate handlebar into operating position. NOTE: Be careful not to damage cable spring hooks when rotating handlebar upward. Install the remaining handlebar hardware attaching the upper handlebar assembly to the lower handlebar.
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NOTE: This slide applies to Step One: Assemble Handlebars UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Connect Headlight Wire Harness) NOTE: The headlight wire harness comes attached to the upper handlebar assembly. Route the wire harness along the interior of the right side handlebar. Connect to the engine electrical plug.
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NOTE: This slide applies to Step One: ATTACHED handlebars ONLY Assemble Handlebar Remove the lower and loosen the upper hardware on the handlebar assembly. Loosen the hardware on the shift rod. Put the speed selector lever in the sixth forward position. Rotate the handlebar into operating position.
Step Two: Install Discharge Chute Grease underside of discharge chute ring (if not already greased). Remove mounting hardware from auger housing. Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing. Finger tighten the mounting hardware removed above. NOTE: Leave discharge chute pedestal loose to help install the chute crank.
Step Three: Install Discharge Chute Crank Remove the gear cover from top of chute pedestal. Insert the short end of the chute crank into the hole in the front of the control panel. NOTE: Be careful not to damage nylon bushing when attaching crank to the dash.
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Step Four: Install Remote Deflector Control Cable Connect the barrel cable end to the chute deflector cable anchor before clipping the cable to the discharge chute cable bracket. Route deflector remote cable along the left side of the chute pedestal. Insert the barrel on the cable end into the bracket on left side of chute deflector.
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Step Five: 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 clutch lever is released, then both clutches must disengage. If they do not, contact your dealer for repairs.
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Step Six: Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to the pressure listed on tire sidewall.
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Step Seven: Adjust Skid Shoes IMPORTANT: Skid shoes should be adjusted as conditions require. Allow 1/8 in. (3mm) between scraper blade and hard smooth surfaces. Allow 7/8 in (22 mm) between scraper blade and uneven or gravel surfaces. (See Skid Shoes in Owners Manual).
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Step Eight: Check Auger Gearcase Oil Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check Auger Gearcase in Owners Manual).
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Step Nine: Check Engine Crankcase Oil (Ariens AX) IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with 5W-30 oil in crankcase. Refer to engine manual for detailed instructions.
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Step Ten: Fill Engine Fuel Tank (Ariens AX) Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See FILLING FUEL TANK in Owners Manual.
Starting Engine / Step E: Prime Prime system: 3 primes maximum. DO NOT over prime system. Make sure to cover the vent hole on primer bulb before the primer bulb is compressed. Hold the primer bulb in the compressed position for one full second each time you press it.
Starting Engine / Step F: (Manual Start) Grasp rope handle. Pull slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rope firmly and quickly to start engine and avoid kickback.
Starting Engine / Step F: (Electric Start) Use a 3-wire extension cord and plug cord into starter motor adaptor first. Then plug cord into wall receptacle. Use appropriately sized extension cord (10AWG or larger) to prevent damage to electric starter.
Starting Engine / Step G: (Electric Start) Press and hold starter button. Note: Do not hold the electric starter button down for more than 5 seconds. Wait at least 1 minute before additional starting attempts.
Additional Resources • Refer to Owners Manual and Engine Manual • Contact Ariens Company www.ariens.com Phone: 920-756-4688 E-mail: info@ariens.com 2013 The Ariens Company. All rights reserved.