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Ariens Sno-Thro Classic 24 Operator's Manual

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Compact Series
Models
920025 – Classic 24
(SN 000101 +)
920026 – Compact 20
(SN 000101 +)
920027 – Compact 24
(SN 000101 +)
920028 – Compact 24 Track
(SN 000101 +)
E10
Sno-Thro
Operator's Manual
Manuel du Utilisateur
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
®
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05135300
2/17
Printed in USA

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  • Page 1 Sno-Thro ® Operator’s Manual Manuel du Utilisateur Compact Series Models 920025 – Classic 24 (SN 000101 +) 920026 – Compact 20 (SN 000101 +) 920027 – Compact 24 (SN 000101 +) 920028 – Compact 24 Track (SN 000101 +) ENGLISH •...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME ..... . 1 Change Engine Oil....15 Check Auger Gearcase Oil .

  • Page 3: Welcome

    WELCOME Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the Ariens family! Every snow thrower 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 4: Safety

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

  • Page 5: 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 6: 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 7 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 8 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 9 Accessories Do not operate near drop-offs, ditches, or Use only Ariens Company-recommended embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if attachments or accessories that are a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or designed for your unit and that are if an edge caves in.

  • Page 10: Controls & Features

    CONTROLS & FEATURES Figure 3 1. Engine Key 14. Attachment Clutch Lever 15. Traction Drive Clutch Lever 2. Primer Bulb 16. Height Adjustment Lever (Model 920028) 3. Fuel Tank and Cap 17. Discharge Chute Rotation Lever 4. Fuel Valve 18. Discharge Chute Deflector Lever 5.

  • Page 11: Engine Key

    SPEED SELECTOR LEVER WARNING: Read and See Figure 7. understand the Safety section Controls the speed of forward and reverse before proceeding. travel. See Figure 3 for all controls and features locations. ENGINE KEY See Figure 4. Controls power to the engine. The key cannot be removed when in run position.

  • Page 12: Attachment Clutch Lever (Right Side)

    ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER DUAL HANDLE INTERLOCK (RIGHT SIDE) Allows auger / impeller to rotate without holding attachment clutch lever continuously. See Figure 8. Auger continues to turn until both clutch Controls auger / impeller movement. levers are released. DISCHARGE CHUTE ROTATION LEVER See Figure 10.

  • Page 13: Discharge Chute Deflector Lever

    DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR LEVER See Figure 11. Moves discharge deflector up or down to control height of snow discharge. Figure 12 Figure 11 OPERATION SCRAPER BLADE Contacts the surface being cleared and WARNING: AVOID INJURY. protects the housing from damage during Read and understand the Safety normal use.

  • Page 14: Start The Engine

    E85 blended fuels; the engine is not E20 / work areas. E30 / E85 compatible. The maximum 4. Engage traction drive clutch. recommended ethanol content is 10%. Ariens recommends using a quality fuel stabilizer in NOTICE: Release lever before changing all fuel. See Short Term on page 27.

  • Page 15: Stop The Engine

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

  • Page 16: Maintenance Schedule

    • 97 ml (3 oz) cartridges (3) 00036800 Models 920025, 920026, 920027 • 414 ml (14 oz) cartridge (1) 00036700 Keep tires inflated to pressure listed on tire Ariens L3 Lube – 237 ml (8 oz) 00068800 sidewall. Shear Bolt and Nut 53200500 WARNING: AVOID INJURY.

  • Page 17: Change Engine Oil

    4.8 cm (1.6 – 1.9") from the flat surface of the gearcase cover. 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 18 Traction Drive 1. Lubricate as shown in Figures 18, 19, 20 and 21. IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to contact friction disc, friction plate or belts. 2. Reinstall bottom cover and return unit to operating position. Models 920025, 920026, 920027 1.

  • Page 19: Adjustments

    Model 920028 Figure 22 Figure 20 ADJUSTMENTS Model 920028 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 20: Replace Shear Bolts

    2. Spacer 3. Skid Shoe Figure 23 REPLACE SHEAR BOLTS IMPORTANT: Ariens recommends using only Ariens OEM shear bolts when replacing shear bolts. See Figure 24. 1. Align shear bolt holes in auger with shear bolt holes in the shaft.

  • Page 21: Adjust Discharge Chute

    ADJUST SPEED SELECTOR LEVER See Figure 28. 1. Disconnect adjustment pivot pin from speed selector arm. Save hardware for reinstallation. 2. Position speed selector lever in fastest forward position. 3. Turn speed selector arm down as far as it will go. 4.

  • Page 22: Adjust Attachment Clutch & Brake

    1. Shift Rod 2. Adjustment Pivot Pin 1. Attachment Clutch Cable 3. Speed Selector Arm 2. Cable Adjustment Barrel 4. Hairpin 3. Jam Nut Figure 29 Figure 28 ADJUST ATTACHMENT CLUTCH 5. With the attachment clutch disengaged, make sure auger idler arm lightly touches &...
  • Page 23 Check Attachment Idler Arm Roller Clearance 1. Place unit in service position and remove bottom cover. See Remove Bottom Cover on page 15. 2. Engage attachment clutch and check the clearance between the frame and plastic roller on the lower end of the attachment idler arm.

  • Page 24: Adjust Traction Drive Clutch

    ADJUST TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH See Figure 35. If unit does not drive correctly, adjust traction clutch to compensate for friction disc wear. 1. Stop engine, remove key and wait for all moving parts to stop and for hot parts to cool.

  • Page 25: Adjust Track Tension

    Adjust here. Figure 38 If unit does not travel correctly, adjust track tension. See Figure 38. • If unit pulls to the left, tighten the left track adjuster. • If unit pulls to the right, tighten the right 1. Swing Gate Tab track adjuster.

  • Page 26: Adjust Height-Adjustment Cable

    ADJUST HEIGHT-ADJUSTMENT CABLE Model 920028 See Figure 39. NOTICE: Make sure height adjuster lock finger is fully engaged before making adjustments. 1. Loosen jam nuts on cable adjustment barrel. 2. Tighten right jam nut to remove slack between adjustment barrel and cable eyelet.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    (flooded). and reattempt starting. See Start The Engine on page 12. 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 28 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 20. Impeller is frozen in place. Move unit to a warm place to thaw. Ice or debris is obstructing auger.

  • Page 29: 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 30: Specifications

    920027 920028 Compact 24 Description Classic 24 Compact 20 Compact 24 Track Ariens Engine Ariens AX223 120V/60W AX208 120V Gross Torque* – N•m (lb-ft) 12.9 (9.5) 13.6 (10.0) 208.0 (12.7) 223.0 (13.6) Displacement – cm Maximum RPM – No load 3600 ±...

  • Page 31: Warranty

    Chore ® ® Performing Equipment Limited Warranty Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens, Gravely, Parker, and Countax ® ® brand chore performing equipment (including Sno-Thro and Sno-Tek equipment) purchased on or after 1/1/2016 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
  • Page 32 Register the product immediately at the time of sale. If the dealer does not register the product, the customer must complete the product registration card in the literature package and return it to Ariens Company, or register the unit online at www.ariens.com, www.gravely.com, www.countax.com or www.parkersweeper.com.
  • Page 33 Exclusions – Items Not Covered by This Warranty • Parts that are not genuine Ariens, Gravely, Parker or Countax service parts are not covered by this warranty and may void the warranty. • Damages resulting from the installation or use of any part, accessory, or attachment which is not approved by the Ariens Company for use with product(s) identified herein are not covered by this warranty.
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