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Ariens Sno-Thro Compact Series Operator's Manual

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Sno-Thro
E10
Models
920318 – Compact 24LET
(SN 260000 +)
920321 – Compact 24LE
(SN 260000 +)
920328 – Classic 24
(SN 260000 +)
®
•
05272715
2/19
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 Sno-Thro ® Compact Series Models Operator’s Manual 920318 – Compact 24LET Návod k obsluze (SN 260000 +) Betriebsanleitung 920321 – Compact 24LE Lea el Manual del operador (SN 260000 +) 920328 – Classic 24 Käyttäjän käsikirja (SN 260000 +) Manuel de l'opérateur Kezelési útmutató...
  • Page 2 O ZHODE, VYDANÉ VÝROBCOM – ÜRETİCİ TARAFINDAN DÜZENLENEN EC UYGUN- LUK BEYANI We the undersigned, AriensCo, certify that: Ние, долуподписаните от фирма ARIENS, удостоверяваме, че: My, nížepodepsaní, AriensCo, prohlašujeme, že: Der Unterzeichnete, AriensCo, bescheinigt, dass: Nosotros, los abajo firmantes, AriensCo, certificamos que: Allekirjoittanut, AriensCo, vakuuttaa, että: Nous, soussignés AriensCo, certifions que:Alulírott, AriensCo, tanúsítja, hogy: La sottoscritta società...
  • Page 3 Representative Measured Sound Power Level (L ) – Guaranteed Sound Power Level (L ) – Гарантирано ниво Представително измерено ниво на акустична на акустична мощност (L ) – Zaručovaná hodnota мощност (L ) – Representativní hodnota změřené hladiny hlučnosti (L ) –...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME ..... . 1 Transport Unit ....13 MAINTENANCE .

  • Page 5: Welcome

    WELCOME Original Instructions. Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Ariens family! Every machine in the Ariens lineup is designed for long-lasting and unsurpassed performance. We are confident your machine will be part of your family for many years to come.

  • Page 6: Safety

    • BECOME ALERT! penalties. Emission controls and components • OBEY THE MESSAGE! can only be adjusted by an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service SIGNAL WORDS center. Contact your Ariens Equipment The safety alert symbol above and signal...

  • Page 7: Safety Decals

    4. Notice Safety Decal Descriptions NOTICE: Indicates information or procedures 1. CAUTION! that are considered important but not hazard related. If not followed, property damage could result. Danger! 5. Important IMPORTANT: Indicates general reference information worthy of special attention. SAFETY DECALS Only use clean-out tool to The safety decals on your machine are visual clear blockages.

  • Page 8: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES 2. DANGER! The following safety instructions are based on the B71.3 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the Danger! time of production. Training Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operating this unit.
  • Page 9 Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. Thrown objects can cause injury. Check for weak spots on docks, ramps or floors. Avoid • Use an approved fuel container. uneven work areas and rough terrain and • Never add fuel to a running engine or hot stay alert for hidden hazards.
  • Page 10 Disengage attachment when not in use and Maintenance and Storage when traveling from one work area to Secure unit so it will not tip over during another. maintenance. Disengage power to the auger / impeller Before cleaning, removing clogs or making when snow thrower is transported or not in any inspections, repairs, etc., disengage use.
  • Page 11 Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry, and tie When practical, remove gas-powered back hair that may get caught in rotating equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel parts. it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel on a trailer with a portable container, NEVER attempt to unclog or clean unit while rather than from a gasoline dispenser...

  • Page 12: Controls & Features

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Model 920328 Figure 3 1. Engine Key 15. Replacement Shear Bolt (2) 2. Engine Run / Stop Switch (Models 16. Attachment Clutch Lever 920318, 920321) 17. Traction Drive Clutch Lever 3. Primer Bulb 18. Height Adjustment Lever (Model 920318) 4.

  • Page 13: Engine Key And Run /Stop Switch

    PRIMER BULB WARNING: Read and Adds fuel to engine for easier start on cold understand the Safety section engines. before proceeding. FUEL VALVE See Figure 3 for all controls and features See Figure 6. locations. Controls fuel flow to the engine. ENGINE KEY AND RUN /STOP SWITCH Models 920318, 920321...

  • Page 14: Auger

    AUGER DUAL HANDLE INTERLOCK Rotates to bring snow into impeller. Allows auger / impeller to rotate without holding attachment clutch lever continuously. IMPELLER Auger continues to turn until both clutch levers are released. Throws snow out discharge chute. DISCHARGE CHUTE ROTATION SHEAR BOLT LEVER Secures auger to shaft and helps prevent...

  • Page 15: Scraper Blade

    E85 blended fuels; the engine is not E20 / (RIGHT SIDE) E30 / E85 compatible. The maximum Model 920318 recommended ethanol content is 10%. Ariens See Figure 13. recommends using a quality fuel stabilizer in Raises or lowers auger housing for various all fuel.

  • Page 16: Operate Unit

    b. Pull handle firmly and quickly with a rapid, continuous full-arm stroke. Normal Operation Repeat until engine starts. If engine does not start, see Troubleshooting on page 24. c. Let handle rewind slowly after engine starts. DO NOT let handle snap against engine.

  • Page 17: Stop The Engine

    WARNING: Read and understand the Safety section Wheel Locked for before proceeding. Traction Your Ariens dealer can provide service and adjustments to keep your unit operating at Wheel Spins peak efficiency. Contact an authorized engine Freely manufacturer’s service center for engine service.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Schedule

    00036800 Keep tires inflated to pressure listed on tire sidewall. • 414 ml (14 oz) cartridge (1) 00036700 Ariens L3 Lube – 237 ml (8 oz) 00068800 WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Shear Bolt and Nut 53200500 Explosive separation of tire and...

  • Page 19: Check Engine Oil

    IMPORTANT: Ariens recommends using only Ariens L3 synthetic severe duty gear lube (see Service Parts on page 14). Using other lubricants will not automatically void unit warranty, but the warranty will not cover damage caused by using unauthorized lubricants.
  • Page 20 Models 920321, 920328 Figure 19 1. Top-lock Flange Nut 2. Height Adjuster Plate Models 920321, 920328 3. Height Adjuster Stop 4. Bottom Cover 5. Rear Axle 6. Spacer Figure 18 Lubricate Unit Use the following key for all lubrication procedures. Grease = Lubricate on Both Sides Traction Drive...

  • Page 21: Adjustments

    Model 920318 Figure 23 Figure 21 ADJUSTMENTS Model 920318 WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the Safety section before proceeding. ADJUST SCRAPER BLADE The auger housing may be damaged if blade wears down too much. 1. Tip unit back onto handlebar, support auger housing and loosen nuts retaining blade.

  • Page 22: Replace Shear Bolts

    1. Replacement Shear Bolts Figure 25 IMPORTANT: Ariens recommends using only Ariens OEM shear bolts when replacing shear bolts. See Service Parts on page 14. See Figure 26. Figure 27 1. Align shear bolt holes in auger with shear bolt holes in the shaft.

  • Page 23: Adjust Discharge Chute

    5. Model 920318: Thread adjustment pivot pin along shift rod until it aligns with the mating hole on the speed selector arm, and then turn it up the shift rod 3 turns. Insert pivot pin into the hole. 6. Connect pivot pin to speed selector arm with hardware removed in step 1 and check forward and reverse speeds.
  • Page 24 3. Loosen hardware securing belt cover to Check Attachment Idler Arm Roller unit and remove belt cover. Clearance IMPORTANT: DO NOT completely remove 1. Place unit in service position and remove hardware from unit. bottom cover. See Remove Bottom Cover on page 15.

  • Page 25: Adjust Traction Drive Clutch

    IMPORTANT: If adjustments cannot be brought into specified ranges, see your dealer for repair. Check Belt Finger Clearance See Figure 36. With attachment clutch engaged, the belt finger located opposite the belt idler must be less than 3.2 mm (1/8") from belts, but must not touch the belts.

  • Page 26: Adjust Track Tension

    ADJUST TRACK TENSION Model 920318 1. Check tension by applying pressure to track between the upper and rear track rollers. Deflection should be approximately 9.5 mm (3/8"). See Figure 39. Apply pressure here. 1. Traction Drive Clutch Cable 2. Cable Adjustment Barrel 3.

  • Page 27: Adjust Height-Adjustment Cable

    ADJUST HEIGHT-ADJUSTMENT 2. Adjust tension as needed with track adjusters. Tighten nut to increase tension; CABLE loosen nut to decrease tension. See Model 920318 Figure 40. See Figure 41. NOTICE: Make sure height adjuster lock finger is fully engaged before making adjustments.

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    (flooded). and reattempt starting. See Start The Engine on page 11. Engine is faulty. See your Ariens dealer or authorized engine manufacturer’s service center. Fuel mixture is too rich. Turn choke control knob to off position. See Choke Control Knob on page 9.
  • Page 29 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Correction Shear bolts are broken. See Replace Shear bolts on page 18. Attachment clutch / brake is not See Adjust Attachment Clutch & Brake on adjusted correctly. page 19. Impeller is frozen in place. Move unit to a warm place to thaw. Ice or debris is obstructing auger.

  • Page 30: Storage

    2. Tighten all hardware to correct ACCESSORIES specifications. 3. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or See your Ariens dealer for a complete list of damage. Repair as needed. compatible accessories and attachments for 4. Apply a light layer of oil or anti-rust your unit.

  • Page 31: Specifications

    920318 920321 920328 Compact 24 Description Compact 24 Classic 24 Track Engine Ariens AX Gross Torque* – N•m (lb-ft) 12.8 (9.5) 208.0 (12.7) Displacement – cm Maximum RPM – No Load 3600 ± 50 Electric Start 230V Fuel Tank Capacity – liter (qt) 1.4 (1.5)

  • Page 32: Warranty

    “Commercial Use.” If any product is rented or leased, then the duration of these warranties shall be 90 days after the date of purchase. An authorized Ariens dealer will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and repair or replace any defective part, subject to the conditions, limitations and exclusions set forth herein. Such repair or replacement will be free of charge (labor and parts) to the original purchaser;...
  • Page 33 Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Parts that are not genuine Ariens service parts are not covered by this warranty and may void the war- ranty if the parts result in premature wear or damage to the product.
  • Page 34 Parts and Accessories Service replacement parts and non-serialized accessories are warranted for 90 days from date of purchase. Parts and accessories must be installed by an authorized Ariens dealer to be covered. Labor is not included. Customer Responsibilities Register the product immediately at the time of sale. If the dealer does not register the product, the customer must register the unit on-line at www.ariens.com.
  • Page 35 Disclaimer AriensCo may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating the AriensCo to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective. Limitation of Remedy and Damages AriensCo liability under this warranty, and under any implied warranty that may exist, is limited to repair of any defect in workmanship, and repair or replacement of any defective part.
  • Page 36 655 West Ryan Street Brillion, WI 54110 www.ariensco.com...

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