Ariens 920021 Snow Blower User Manual


 
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The chart below shows the recommended
maintenance schedule that should be
performed on a regular basis. More frequent
service may be required.
CHECK DUAL HANDLE
INTERLOCK
Without the engine running, press down
(engage) both clutch levers. Release
attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch
should remain engaged until traction drive
clutch lever is released, then both clutches
must disengage.
CHECK FASTENERS
Make sure all hardware is tightened properly.
CHECK CLUTCH OPERATION
Auger / impeller must stop within 5 seconds
when attachment clutch 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 30 and Traction Drive Clutch
Adjustment on page 33.
CHECK CLUTCH CABLE
ADJUSTMENT
Make sure the attachment clutch and traction
drive clutch are adjusted as specified in
Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on
page 30 and Traction Drive Clutch
Adjustment on page 33.
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.
NOTICE: Run engine just prior to changing
oil. Warm oil will flow more freely and carry
away more contaminants.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
(920013, 014, 021)
Keep tires at pressure listed on the tire
sidewall. See Check Tire Pressure on
page 13.
CHECK AUGER GEARCASE
(Figure 21)
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.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Service
Performed
Each
Use
Every
5 hrs.
Every
25 hrs.
Yearly
Check Dual
Handle
Interlock
Check
Fasteners
Check Clutch
Operation
Check Clutch
Cable
Adjustments
*•
Clean Engine
Check Engine
Oil
Change
Engine Oil**
Check Tire
Pressure
Check Track
Tension
Check Auger
Gearcase
••
General
Lubrication
••
*After first five hours of operation.
** Refer to Engine Manual for detailed
instructions.