Maintenance - Ariens Sno-Thro ST20E Owner's/Operator's Manual

Ariens Dealers will provide any service or
adjustments which may be required to keep
your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should
engine service be required, contact an Ariens
dealer or an authorized engine
manufacturer's service center.
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
SERVICE POSITION
WARNING: Before tipping unit up
onto housing, remove fuel so no
spills will occur and remove battery
(if equipped). Ensure unit is secure
and will not tip over during

maintenance.

Place unit on a flat level surface. Tip unit
forward onto front of auger housing for
service. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip
over. Strap and clamp onto bench if needed.
Service Position
Figure 10
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The chart below shows the recommended
maintenance schedule that should be
performed on a regular basis. More frequent
service may be required.
Service
Performed
Check
Fasteners
Check Clutch
Operation
Check Clutch
Spring
Adjustments
Clean Engine
Check Engine
Oil
Change
Engine Oil
Check Tire
Pressure
Check Auger
Gearcase
General
Lubrication
*
After first five hours of operation.
**
After first two hours of operation.
CHECK FASTENERS
Make sure all hardware is tightened properly.
CHECK CLUTCH OPERATION
Auger / impeller must stop within 5 seconds
when attachment clutch/impeller brake lever
is released.
Wheels must stop quickly when traction drive
clutch lever is released.
If clutches do not engage or disengage
properly, adjust or repair before operation
(see Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 22 or Traction Drive Clutch Adjustment
on page 24).
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MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
Each Every
Use 5 hrs.
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Every Yearly
25
hrs.
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