Operation - Ariens Sno-Thro 932500-520 Owner's/Operator's Manual

WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and
understand Operational/Fuel Safety Rules
before proceeding.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure on page 2 for all Controls and Features.
Discharge Chute
IMPORTANT: If Chute does not stay in set position,
adjust as directed in Service and Adjustments , or
repair before operation.
Discharge Chute Deflector
Push Deflector handle forward or down to throw snow
lower. Pull Deflector Handle backward or up to throw
snow higher.
IMPORTANT: If Chute Deflector does not stay in set
position, adjust as directed in Service and
Adjustments , or repair before operation.
Ignition Switch
Key Switch has two positions:
1."Stop"
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2."Run"
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Primer Bulb
Pushing the Primer Bulb in adds fuel for
easier engine start (see Starting and Shut
Off ).
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Choke Control Knob
1. Choke Closed position: Choke Control
chokes off air to engine for easier start.
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2. Choke Open position: allows for normal
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operation.

IMPORTANT: Gradually open choke after
engine starts.
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Scraper Blade
The scraper blade allows the back of the housing to
keep better contact with the surface being cleared. It
also prevents damage to the housing from normal
wear.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow Scraper Blade to wear
too far or Auger/Impeller housing will become
damaged.
OPERATION
Throttle
The Throttle controls the engine speed. To
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increase or decrease the engine speed,
adjust to:
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1.Fast (normal or warm starts)
2.Part-Throttle
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3.Slow (cold weather starts)
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STOP
4."Stop" (engine is off)
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Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT let handle snap back against
starter.
Auger
When handlebar is lifted so auger contacts the ground,
auger propels unit forward while collecting snow.
Forward speeds may vary according to depth and
moisture content.
Attachment Clutch Bail
Squeeze the attachment clutch bail against the
handlebar to engage auger. Release bail to disengage
and brake auger.
FILLING FUEL TANK
To add fuel to fuel tank:
1. ALWAYS place unit in open or well ventilated
area.
2. Stop engine and allow to cool.
3. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent
dirt from entering Fuel Tank.
4. Remove Cap.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline
containing alcohol because alcohol will cause internal
parts to deteriorate. See Engine Manual for correct
type and grade of fuel.
5. Fill fuel tank to within 1/2" (1,2 cm) below bottom
of filler neck with unleaded gasoline. Tank
capacity is 3.5 quarts (3,3 liters).
6. Replace Fuel Cap and tighten.
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS clean up any spilled fuel.
PRE-START
Frozen Impeller
IMPORTANT: Before engine start check Impeller to be
sure it is not frozen. With key in "Stop" position,
squeeze Attachment Clutch Bail to Engaged position
and pull Recoil Starter Handle. If Impeller is frozen,
(cannot pull Starter Handle) move unit to a heated area
and thaw to prevent possible damage.
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