Ariens Deluxe 30 Platinum Quick Start Manual page 13

Install Discharge Chute Rod Cont.
4. Hook the chute control cable onto the chute rod.
IMPORTANT: The chute control cable hook will prevent the cable
from contacting the engine or muffler guard. Make sure the cable
stays connected while unit is in operation.
5. Check to make sure the chute control cable ends are properly
seated in control assembly and control arm.
6. Replace gear cover on top of chute pedestal.
7. Orient the chute and pedestal to its most vertical position and
tighten pedestal hardware to 15-31 lbf-ft (20-42 N∙m).
8. Make sure the discharge chute rotates left and right when you
push the discharge chute control lever left and right.
NOTE: If chute does not stay in position, adjust as directed in
Discharge Chute Control in Owner Manual.
Step Four: