Assembly - Ariens SNO-THRO 938017 - SS522EC Owner's/Operator's Manual

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing
immediately.
Before tipping unit up onto housing, remove
fuel so no spills will occur. Ensure unit is
secure and will not tip over during
maintenance.
ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards,
and panels in good repair, in place and
securely fastened. NEVER modify or remove
safety devices.
DO NOT change engine governor settings or
over-speed engine.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury
or death. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed
area. Always provide good ventilation.
ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating
condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can
cause fire or explosion.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
TOOLS REQUIRED
7/16" Open-end wrench, Pliers

ASSEMBLY

Handlebar Assembly
1. Remove wing knobs and release J-bolts
from lower handlebar (figure 3).
2. Unfold upper handlebar.
NOTE: Adjust handlebar to a height
comfortable for the operator (see Handlebar
Height Adjustment on page 12).
3. Put J-bolts through the upper handlebar
and lower handlebar holes.
4. Replace and tighten wing knobs to
secure upper handlebar.
Keep all hardware properly tightened.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction
labels, as necessary.
NEVER store unit with fuel in fuel tank, inside
a building where any ignition sources are
present such as hot water heaters, space
heaters, or clothes dryers. Allow the engine to
cool before storing in any enclosure.
Drain fuel and allow engine to cool
completely before storing in closed area or
covering unit.
For extended storage, clean unit thoroughly.
See Engine Manual for proper storage.
Use only attachments or accessories
designed for your unit.
Check components frequently. If worn or
damaged, replace with manufacturer's
recommended parts.
ASSEMBLY
2
1
1. Lower Handle
Bar
2. Upper Handle
Bar
GB - 8
3
6
Figure 3
4
5
3. Auger Clutch
Bail
4. Knob
5. J-Bolt
6. J-Bolt Holes
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