Storage - Ariens Sno-Thro 938017 Owner's/Operator's Manual

3. Disengage auger clutch bail.
• If auger stops within 5 seconds, the
adjustment is complete.
• If auger does not stop within 5
seconds, repeat the entire Drive Belt
Adjustment procedure.
IMPORTANT: Replace the drive belt if the
Drive Belt Adjustment procedure has been
completed twice and the drive belt is still not
adjusted properly.
4. Replace cowl.
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WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
SHORT TERM
IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with
high-pressure water or store unit outdoors.
Run with attachment clutch engaged a few
minutes after each use to free unit of any
loose or melting snow.
Inspect unit for visible signs of wear,
breakage or damage.
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Figure 13

STORAGE

GB - 19
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4
Keep all nuts, bolts and screws properly
tightened and know unit is in safe working
condition.
Store unit in a cool, dry protected area.
LONG TERM
Touch up all scratched painted surfaces.
When storing unit for extended periods of
time, remove all fuel from tank and carburetor
(run dry). See Engine Manual.
1. Idler
2. Idler Nut
3. Auger Control
Cable
4. Belt Finger
5. Drive Belt
1/32 – 1/16 in.
(0.8 – 1.6 mm)
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