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CHECK CLUTCH OPERATION
Auger / impeller must stop within 5 seconds
when attachment clutch/impeller brake lever
is released.
Wheels must stop quickly when traction drive
clutch lever is released.
If clutches do not engage or disengage
properly, adjust or repair before operation
(see Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 27 and Attachment Drive Belt
Replacement on page 29).
CLEAN ENGINE
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.
CHECK ENGINE OIL
The engine crankcase oil should be checked
every 5 hours of operation. Oil level MUST be
maintained in safe operating range on
dipstick at all times or engine damage will
result (See Engine Manual).
Park unit on a level surface. Refer to Engine
Manual for detailed instructions.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire
sidewall. (see Check Tire Pressure on
page 13).
CHECK AUGER GEARCASE
(Figure 20)
IMPORTANT: Proper oil level must be
maintained.
Gear cases are filled to the correct level at
the factory. Unless there is evidence of
leakage, no additional lubricant should be
required. Check oil level each season or
every 25 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT: Be sure unit is resting on a
level surface before checking lubricant levels.
To ensure adequate lubricant level:
1. Remove filler plug and seal washer
(Figure 20). Lubricant must be 1.63 in. –
1.88 in. (4.14 cm – 4.78 cm) from the flat
surface of the inspection cover.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT remove the
inspection cover.
2. Check oil level with suitable dipstick
device. Add lubricant if required.
NOTE: Inspect seal washer for wear or
rubber deterioration and replace as needed.
IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens L3 synthetic
severe duty gear lube (Part Number
00068800). Use of other lubricants will void
unit warranty.
3. Reinstall filler screw and seal washer to
80 lbf-in. (9 N•m).
IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVER-TORQUE!
Note that measurements are in pound force
inches (lbf-in) and NOT pound force
foot (lbf-ft).
IMPORTANT: Be sure to install seal washer
with rubber side down (Figure 20).
IMPORTANT: Improper torquing, omission of
seal washer, or incorrect installation of seal
washer will void unit warranty.
GENERAL LUBRICATION
(Figure 21)
IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before
and after lubrication.
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 21) 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
assemblies on the auger shaft. Replace
shear bolts per instructions in Shear Bolts on
page 25.
Figure 20
1. Auger Gearcase
2. Filler Plug
3. Seal Washer
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