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Ariens Compact 22 LE Quick Start Manual

Ariens Compact 22 LE Quick Start Manual

(920013 s/n 75000 & up)
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Compact 22 LE (920013 s/n 75000 & up)
• Step 1: Assemble Handlebar
• Step 2: Install Discharge Chute
• Step 3: Install Discharge Chute Crank
• Step 4: Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock
• Step 5: Check Tire Pressure
• Step 6: Adjust Skid Shoes
• Step 7: Check Auger Gearcase Oil
• Step 8: Check Engine Crankcase Oil
• Step 9: Fill Engine Fuel Tank
• Step 10: Starting the Engine
• Step 11: Stopping the Engine
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION, WARNING, AND DANGER LABELS.
IMPORTANT: READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND ENGINE MANUAL
THOROUGHLY AND FOLLOW THE IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES
BEFORE OPERATING.
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  • Page 1 Quick Start Guide Compact 22 LE (920013 s/n 75000 & up) • Step 1: Assemble Handlebar • Step 2: Install Discharge Chute • Step 3: Install Discharge Chute Crank • Step 4: Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock • Step 5: Check Tire Pressure •...
  • Page 2 Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: The Ariens company has made changes to packaging that affects this serial number range. If the upper handlebars on your unit came already attached please disregard the following five slides. Not attached Attached...
  • Page 3 Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: This slide applies to UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Unfold Lower Handlebar) Remove wheel pins from each side of the unit and slide wheels away from frame. Do not remove wheels completely. IMPORTANT: Be sure to block wheels or secure unit so it does not move during assembly.
  • Page 4 Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: This slide applies to UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Attach Upper Handlebar Assembly) Attach upper handlebar assembly to lower handlebar using two sets of the handlebar hardware. One set to attach each side of the handlebars. NOTE: DO NOT tighten hardware. Allow upper handlebar assembly to hang from the lower handlebars for the next step.
  • Page 5 Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: This slide applies to UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Attach Control Cables) Hook Spring end of attachment control cable to the clutch arm. Hook spring end of the traction control cable to the cable eyelet on back of frame. NOTE: Make sure the cable remains in the groove of the pulley.
  • Page 6 Step One: Assemble Handlebars NOTE: This slide applies to UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Unfold Upper Handlebar) Assembly) Rotate handlebar into operating position. NOTE: Be careful not to damage cable spring hooks when rotating handlebar upward. Install the remaining handlebar hardware attaching the upper handlebar assembly to the lower handlebar.
  • Page 7 NOTE: This slide applies to Step One: UNATTACHED handlebars ONLY (Connect Headlight Wire Harness) NOTE: The headlight wire harness comes attached to the upper handlebar assembly. Route the wire harness along the interior of the right side handlebar. Connect to the engine electrical plug. Press cable anchor into mounting hole in the frame near the engine electrical plug.
  • Page 8 Step One: NOTE: This slide applies to ATTACHED handlebars ONLY Assemble Handlebar Remove the lower and loosen the upper hardware on the handlebar assembly. Loosen the hardware on the shift rod. Put the speed selector lever in the sixth forward position. Rotate the handlebar into operating position.

  • Page 9: Install Discharge Chute

    Step Two: Install Discharge Chute Grease underside of discharge chute ring (if not already greased). Remove mounting hardware from auger housing Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing. Finger tighten the mounting hardware removed above. NOTE: Leave discharge chute pedestal loose to help install the chute crank.

  • Page 10: Discharge Chute Crank

    Step Three: Install Discharge Chute Crank Remove gear cover from top of chute pedestal. Slide Chute Crank through the nylon bushing in the support bracket under control panel. NOTE: Be careful not to damage nylon bushing when attaching crank to the control panel. Connect the chute crank to the pinion gear on discharge chute with spring clip pin.
  • Page 11 Step Four: Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock Without the engine running, press down (engage) both clutch levers. Release attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch should remain engaged until traction clutch lever is released, then both clutches must disengage. If they do not, contact your dealer for repairs.

  • Page 12: Check Tire Pressure

    Step Five: Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to the pressure listed on tire sidewall.

  • Page 13: Adjust Skid Shoes

    Step Six: Adjust Skid Shoes IMPORTANT: Skid shoes should be adjusted as conditions require. Allow 1/8 in. (3mm) between scraper blade and hard smooth surfaces. Allow 7/8 in. (22 mm) between scraper blade and uneven or gravel surfaces. (See Skid Shoes in Owners Manual).
  • Page 14 Step Seven: Check Auger Gearcase Oil Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check Auger Gearcase in Owners Manual).
  • Page 15 Step Eight: Check Engine Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with 5W-30 oil in crankcase. Refer to engine manual for detailed instructions.
  • Page 16 Step Nine: Fill Engine Fuel Tank Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See FILLING FUEL TANK in Owners Manual.
  • Page 17 Step Ten: Starting the Engine...

  • Page 18: Starting Engine / Step A: Choke

    Starting Engine / Step A: Choke Rotate choke Knob to START position.

  • Page 19: Starting Engine / Step B: Rocker Switch

    Starting Engine / Step B: Rocker Switch Select RUN on Run/Stop Rocker Switch.
  • Page 20 Starting Engine / Step C: Fuel Shut Off Valve Rotate Fuel Control Knob to ON position.

  • Page 21: Starting Engine / Step D: Key

    Starting Engine / Step D: Install Safety Key Switch. Insert Safety Key Switch into slot (DO NOT TURN SAFETY KEY SWITCH). Be sure you feel a “snap” when Safety Key Switch is fully inserted.

  • Page 22: Starting Engine / Step E: Prime

    Starting Engine / Step E: Prime Prime system: 3 primes maximum. DO NOT over prime system. Make sure to cover the vent hole on primer bulb before the primer bulb is compressed. Hold the primer bulb in the compressed position for one full second each time you press it.

  • Page 23: Starting Engine / Step F: (Manual Start)

    Starting Engine / Step F: (Manual Start) Grasp rope handle. Pull slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rope firmly and quickly to start engine and avoid kickback.

  • Page 24: Starting Engine / Step F: (Electric Start)

    Starting Engine / Step F: (Electric Start) Use a 3-wire extension cord and plug cord into starter motor adaptor first. Then plug cord into wall receptacle. Use appropriately sized extension cord (a minimum of 16 gage, 3- wire, 13 amp, no longer than 25 feet, and suitable for outdoor use) to prevent damage...

  • Page 25: Starting Engine / Step G: (Electric Start)

    Starting Engine / Step G: (Electric Start) Press and hold starter button. Note: Do not hold the electric starter button down for more than 5 seconds. Wait at least 1 minute before additional starting attempts.

  • Page 26: Starting Engine / Step H: Warm Up

    Starting Engine / Step H: Warm up Allow the engine to warm up for approximately 30 seconds before slowly rotating Choke Knob to Run position.
  • Page 27 Step Eleven: Stopping the Engine To stop engine in an emergency, flip the Rocker Switch to the STOP position, Pull Safety Key from Engine. Under normal conditions: Push rocker switch to STOP position. Pull safety key OUT.

  • Page 28: Additional Resources

    Additional Resources • Refer to Owners Manual and Engine Manual • Contact Ariens Company www.ariens.com Phone: 920-756-4688 E-mail: info@ariens.com • For issues concerning engine, please contact LCT www.LCTUSA.com Phone: 800-558-5402 2012 The Ariens Company. All rights reserved.

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