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WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand Maintenance and Service/Fuel
Safety Rules before proceeding.
SERVICE POSITION
Place unit on a flat level surface. Tip unit forward onto
front of Impeller housing for service. Assure unit is
secure and will not tip over. Strap and clamp onto
bench if needed.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Check Fasteners
Check Engine Oil
Change Engine Oil
Check Auger Gearcase
General Lubrication
Clean Engine
* First maintenance only.
The maintenance chart shows the recommended
maintenance that should be performed on a regular
basis.
CHECK FASTENERS
Make sure all hardware is tightened properly.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
The engine crankcase oil should be checked every 5
hours of operation. Oil level MUST be maintained in
safe operating range on dipstick at all times or engine
damage will result (See Engine Manual).
Park unit on a level surface. Refer to Engine Manual for
detailed instructions.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Change oil after first 5 hours of operation, thereafter
change oil every 25 hours (more often if required).
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
NOTE: Run engine just prior to changing oil. Warm oil
will flow more freely and carry away more contamina-
tion.
CHECK AUGER GEARCASE
IMPORTANT: Proper lubricant level must be
maintained.
Gearcase is filled to the correct level at the factory.
Unless there is evidence of leakage, no additional
lubricant should be required. Check for evidence of
leakage every 25 hours of operation.
MAINTENANCE
Daily
Every
Every
Yearly
5 hrs.
25 hrs.
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To check lubricant level (Figure 3):
1. Remove lubricant plug. Lubricant must be at least
up to bottom of lubricant plug hole with unit
resting on a level-surface.
2. Add lubricant if required. Allow oil to drain to level
of plug and replace plug.
3. Use only Ariens special gear lubricant L-2 (Part
Number 00008000).
CLEAN ENGINE
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Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions.
GENERAL LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before and after
lubrication.
NOTE: Apply Sten Mix Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent
to the lubrication fittings. Order P/N: 00036800 - Three
pack of 3 oz. cartridges or 00036700 - 10 pack of 14
oz. cartridges.
Sno-Thro should be lubricated at beginning of season
or every 25 operating hours (Figure 4).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to get on
friction wheel, drive disc or belts.
NOTE: To grease auger shaft, remove shear bolt nuts,
and shear bolts. Turn auger on shaft while applying
grease at zerk fittings. Replace shear bolts.
GB - 10
Auger Gearcase
Lubricant Plug
Figure 3
OS1870
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