General Lubrication - Ariens 921017 - Deluxe 24 Platinum Owner's/Operator's Manual

CHECK AUGER GEARCASE
IMPORTANT: Proper oil level must be
maintained.
Gear cases are filled to the correct level at
the factory. Unless there is evidence of
leakage, no additional lubricant should be
required. Check oil level each season or
every 25 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Be sure unit is resting on a
level surface before checking lubricant levels.
To ensure adequate lubricant level:
1. Remove oil fill plug and seal washer
(Figure 24). Lubricant must be 2.38 –
2.63 in. (6.05 – 6.68 cm) from the flat
surface of the gear case cover.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT remove the gear case
cover.
2. Check oil level with suitable dipstick
device. Add lubricant if required.
NOTE: Inspect seal washer for wear or
rubber deterioration and replace as needed.
IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens L3 synthetic
severe duty gear lube (Part Number
00068800). Use of other lubricants will void
unit warranty.
3. Reinstall oil fill plug and seal washer to
80 lbf-in. (9 N•m).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVER-TORQUE!
Note that measurements are in pound force
inches (lbf-in) and NOT pound force foot
(lbf-ft).
IMPORTANT: Be sure to install seal washer
with rubber side down (Figure 24).
IMPORTANT: Improper torquing, omission of
seal washer, or incorrect installation of seal
washer will void unit warranty.
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1. Auger Gearcase
2. Oil Fill Plug
3. Seal Washer

GENERAL LUBRICATION

IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before
and after lubrication.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to
get on friction disc, friction plate or belts.
NOTE: Apply Ariens Hi-Temp Grease or
equivalent to the lubrication fittings. See
SERVICE PARTS on page 35.
Sno-Thro should be lubricated (Figure 25) at
beginning of season or every 25 operating
hours.
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Figure 24
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