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Sno-Thro ® Operator’s Manual Manuel du Utilisateur Hydro Pro Series Models 926053 – Hydro Pro 28 (SN 120000 +) 926055 – Hydro Pro 36 (SN 120000 +) 926056 – Hydro Pro 28 Track (SN 120000 +) ENGLISH • 04855800C 10/15 FRANÇAIS Printed in USA...
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.
WILL RESULT in death or fines or penalties. Emission controls and serious injury. components can only be adjusted by an Ariens Company dealer or an authorized 2. Warning engine manufacturer's service center. Contact your Ariens Company Equipment WARNING: Indicates a...
SAFETY DECALS Keep people away from unit The safety decals on your machine are visual while operating. Keep reminders of the important safety information children out of work area in this manual. All messages on your unit and under watchful care of a must be fully understood and carefully responsible adult.
Complete a walk-around inspection of the 3. DANGER! unit to understand the unit, your work area and all safety decals. Understand how to operate all controls, the Danger! functions of all controls and how to STOP in an emergency. ROTATING PARTS! Keep Preparation clear of auger while engine is running.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments Do not run the engine indoors, except when while the engine is running (except when starting the engine and for transporting the specifically recommended by manufacturer). snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors;...
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Avoid contact with sharp edges; sharp Always refer to operator's manual for edges can cut. important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period. Do not throw snow higher than necessary. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as necessary.
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Never secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged. Do not transport machine while engine is running. Accessories Use only Ariens Company-recommended attachments or accessories that are designed for your unit and that are appropriate to your use and can be used safely in your application.
CONTROLS & FEATURES Figure 3 1. Engine Key 17. Height Adjustment Lever (Model 926056) 2. Primer Bulb 18. Discharge Chute Rotation Lever 3. Fuel Tank and Cap 19. Discharge Chute Deflector Lever 4. Fuel Valve 20. Heated Hand Grip Switch 5.
THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER WARNING: Read and See Figure 7. understand the Safety section Controls engine speed. before proceeding. See Figure 3 for all controls and features locations. ENGINE KEY Slow Fast (Run) See Figure 4. Figure 7 Controls power to the engine. The key cannot be removed when in run position.
ATTACHMENT CLUTCH LEVER DISCHARGE CHUTE ROTATION (RIGHT SIDE) LEVER See Figure 9. See Figure 12. Controls auger / impeller movement. Rotates discharge chute to control snow discharge. Pull lever back to unlock chute, move lever left or right to desired position, and then push lever forward to lock chute in place.
DRIFT CUTTER START THE ENGINE Breaks up snow drifts that are taller than the 1. Electric Start Models Only: Connect auger housing and directs snow into auger. power cord to starter and then into 120V 3-wire grounded outlet. SKID SHOE IMPORTANT: Use a power cord that is UL Controls the distance between the scraper listed or CSA certified, rated for a minimum of...
Adjust Track Angle 3. Reinstall lower wing knob in desired position and tighten upper knob. Model 926056 4. Repeat on other side. See Figure 14. Clear a Clogged Discharge Chute To keep clear snow on gravel or uneven surfaces or to travel between work areas, squeeze height adjustment lever and push WARNING: NEVER use your down on handlebars to raise auger housing.
Change Engine Oil ** General Lubrication • • Your Ariens dealer can provide service and * After first use. adjustments to keep your unit operating at ** Refer to engine manual for instructions. peak efficiency. Contact an authorized engine NOTICE: The transmission is lubricated for manufacturer’s service center for engine...
00036800 compressor; use a hand • 414 ml (14 oz) cartridge (1) 00036700 pump. Ariens L3 Lube – 237 ml (8 oz) 00068800 • DO NOT stand in front of tire Shear Bolt and Nut 52100100 assembly when inflating. Use a clip-on chuck and extension Fuel Stabilizer –...
(2.4 – 2.6") 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.
4. Tighten skid shoe hardware. REPLACE SHEAR BOLTS IMPORTANT: Ariens recommends using only Ariens OEM shear bolts when replacing shear bolts. Using other shear bolts will not automatically void unit warranty, but the warranty will not cover damage caused by using unauthorized parts.
ADJUST DISCHARGE CHUTE ADJUST DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR LEVER See Figure 25. See Figure 23. If discharge chute does not stay in selected position: If deflector does not stay in selected position, tighten the nut under the control panel. 1. Remove discharge chute gear cover. 2.
6. Move the speed selector lever to neutral 4. Loosen jam nut on cable adjustment position and hold lever in place. barrel, and then turn the adjustment barrel down to shorten cable and remove 7. Without moving the bell crank, thread cable slack.
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7. Reinstall belt cover and tighten hardware. • If there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16") gap, loosen idler adjustment nut and move idler 8. Reconnect spark plug wire. away from belt. Position idler to achieve a Check Attachment Idler Arm Roller 1.6 mm (1/16") minimum brake pad gap Clearance and a 12.7 –...
Measure here. 1. Traction Drive Clutch Cable Figure 31 2. Cable Adjustment Barrel 3. Jam Nut ADJUST TRACTION DRIVE Figure 32 CLUTCH 5. With the traction clutch disengaged, See Figure 32. make sure auger idler arm lightly touches 1. Stop engine, remove key and wait for all the frame.
Turn choke control knob to off position and start engine. 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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable Cause Correction Traction drive cable is not Remove slack from cable. See Adjust adjusted correctly. Traction Drive Clutch on page 20. Traction belt is not functioning. Repair or replace traction drive belt. Refer to the service guide for your unit. Unit does not drive forward or Speed selector is not adjusted...
ACCESSORIES specifications. 3. Inspect unit for visible signs of wear or damage. Repair as needed. See your Ariens dealer for a complete list of compatible accessories and attachments for 4. Apply a light layer of oil or anti-rust your unit.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 926053 926055 926056 Description Hydro Pro 28 Hydro Pro 36 Hydro Pro Track Engine Briggs & Stratton Polar Force Pro 2100 Gross Torque* – N•m (lbf-ft) 28.5 (21.0) 420.0 (25.6) Displacement – cm High Idle – RPM (min.) 3600 ±...
, Sno-Tek ® and 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 1/1/2015 will be free from defects in material and workmanship for the time period noted in the chart below.
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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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Gravely dealer. Disclaimer Ariens Company may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Ariens Company to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective.
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