Ariens Pro Track 28 Manual page 22

To ensure adequate lubricant level:
1. Remove filler plug. Lubricant must be at
least up to bottom of lubricant filler hole
with unit resting on a level-surface.
2. Add lubricant if required. Allow oil to
drain to level of plug and replace plug.
IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens L-3 synthetic
severe duty gear lube (Part Number
00068800).
NOTE: Gearcase filler plug may require an
application of Loc-Tite® 565 thread sealant
with repeated servicing. If Loc-Tite® 565 is
not available, use PTFE pipe sealing tape on
the filler plug.
1. Auger Gearcase
2. Oil Fill and Drain Plug
Figure 17
GENERAL LUBRICATION
IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before
and after lubrication. Do not wipe gearcase
filler plug; wiping the gearcase filler plug may
remove thread sealant and cause leaks.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to
get on friction disc, friction plate or belts.
NOTE: Apply Ariens Hi-Temp Grease or
equivalent to the lubrication fittings. See
SERVICE PARTS on page 33.
Sno-Thro should be lubricated (Figure 18) at
beginning of season or every 25 operating
hours.
Auger Shaft
NOTE: To grease auger shaft, remove shear
bolt nuts, and shear bolts. Apply grease at the
grease zerks and then turn the auger shaft.
Replace shear bolts per instructions in Shear
Bolts on page 24.
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Oil
Grease
Figure 18
Clean Battery (926104, 105)
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
IMPORTANT: Battery is maintenance-free.
Do not tamper with or attempt to open battery.
See SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS on
page 23 for charging procedures.
Terminals
Keep battery and its terminals clean.
IMPORTANT: Remove battery from unit
before cleaning.
Remove corrosion from battery terminals and
cable connections with a wire brush, then
wash with a weak baking soda solution.
After cleaning, apply a thin coat of grease or
petroleum jelly to terminals and cable ends to
retard corrosion.