MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
CHECK CLUTCH FUNCTION
WARNING: ACCIDENTAL ENGINE START
UP can cause death or serious injury.
ALWAYS stop engine, remove key, and wait
for moving parts to stop, before performing
maintenance or service.
WARNING: FAILURE OF CLUTCHES OR
BRAKES may result in death or serious injury.
Check clutch and brake function before each
use. Repair or adjust before operation.
HOT SURFACES can cause death or serious
injury. DO NOT touch parts which are hot from
operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool.
With key in "STOP" position, squeeze auger clutch bail
to Engaged position and pull recoil starter handle.
Auger should rotate with the turning of the engine.
Release the auger clutch bail.
Some adjustments must be made periodically to
properly maintain your unit. All adjustments in the
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS section of this manual
should be checked at least once each season.
If the auger clutch bail moves freely with no resistance
before contacting handlebar, adjust or repair.
NOTE: The unit will require control cable and/or idler
adjustment after 20 hours of operation on a new unit or
new drive belt. See Service and Adjustments for
instructions.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The chart below shows the recommended
maintenance schedule that should be performed on a
regular basis. More frequent service may be required
due to heavy loads or use.
WARNING: IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT
could result in death or serious injury. AUGER
BRAKE MUST DISENGAGE when clutch is
engaged. BRAKE MUST STOP AUGER
WITHIN 5 SECONDS of releasing auger
clutch bail.
See Engine Manual for further maintenance and
troubleshooting information.
CHECK FASTENERS
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws properly tightened.
MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULE
CLEAN ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Engine is air cooled. Air must circulate freely around
engine to prevent overheating.
Check Clutch Function
Check Fasteners
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Every year (more often if conditions require) remove
cooling shrouds and clean cooling fins. Clean external
surfaces of engine of dust, dirt and oil deposits which
can contribute to improper cooling. Refer to Engine
Manual.
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Clean Engine Cooling
System
Clean Unit
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IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate engine with cooling
shrouds removed. Engine overheating and damage will
result.
CLEAN UNIT
After each use, brush snow and debris off with a soft
bristled brush. Occasionally apply a light coat of spray
lubricant to exposed metal joints and surfaces.Wipe off
excess with soft cloth. Do not use abrasives or harsh
cleaners.
IMPORTANT: Take steps to prevent rust and corrosion.
Never spray unit with water or store unit outdoors.
Water can seep into sealed bearings, which are sealed
against dirt and debris only, causing reduced
component life.
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| Categories | Ariens Snow Blower Manuals, Snow Blower Manuals |
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| Tags | Ariens 322, Ariens 522, Ariens 938015, Ariens 938016 |
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