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Ariens Compact 22 LE Quick Start Manual

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Compact 22 LE (920013 s/n 35000 - 74999)
• Step 1: Unfold 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: Check Auger Gearcase Oil
• Step 7: Check Engine Crankcase Oil
• Step 8: Fill Engine Fuel Tank
• Step 9: Starting the Engine
• Step 10: 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 35000 - 74999) • Step 1: Unfold 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: Unfold 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. NOTE: Be careful not to damage cable spring hooks when rotating handlebar upward.

  • Page 3: Install Discharge Chute

    Step Two: Install Discharge Chute Grease underside of discharge chute ring (if not already greased). Remove mounting hardware from the bottom of the chute pedestal mount. Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing and secure pedestal to auger housing with hardware removed above.

  • Page 4: Discharge Chute Crank

    Step Three: Install Discharge Chute Crank Slide Chute Crank through the opening in the control panel. NOTE: Be careful not to damage nylon bushing when attaching crank to the dash. Connect the chute crank to the pinion gear on discharge chute with hairpin.
  • Page 5 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 6: Check Tire Pressure

    Step Five: Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to the pressure listed on tire sidewall.
  • Page 7 Step Six: Check Auger Gearcase Oil Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check Auger Gearcase in Owners Manual).
  • Page 8 Step Seven: Check Engine Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with 5W-30 oil in crankcase. Refer to engine manual for detailed instructions.
  • Page 9 Step Eight: Fill Engine Fuel Tank Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See FILLING FUEL TANK in Owners Manual.
  • Page 10 Step Nine: Starting the Engine...
  • Page 11 Starting Engine / Step A: Choke Turn choke ON.
  • Page 12 Starting Engine / Step B: Rocker Switch Push rocker switch to RUN position.
  • Page 13 Starting Engine / Step C: Fuel Shut Off Valve Turn fuel shut off valve to “ON” position.

  • Page 14: Starting Engine / Step D: Key

    Starting Engine / Step D: Install safety key switch. Insert ignition key into slot but DO NOT turn the key. Be sure ignition key snaps into place.

  • Page 15: Starting Engine / Step E: Prime

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

  • Page 16: 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 17: 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 (10AWG or larger) to prevent damage to electric starter.
  • Page 18 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 19 Starting Engine / Step H: Warm up Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes. Then, slowly move the choke control knob to the run position.
  • Page 20 Step Ten: Stopping the Engine To stop engine in an emergency, push the rocker switch to the STOP position. Under normal conditions: Push rocker switch to STOP position. Pull safety key OUT.

  • Page 21: 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 2011 The Ariens Company. All rights reserved.

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