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Sno-Thro
Owner/Operator Manual
Models
938017 - SS522EC
938018 - SS722EC
938019 - SS522
938117 - SS522EC
U.S. Patents
5758436 and 5966846
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Controls & Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, DISCLAIMER call 920-756-4664 or go to www.ariens.com Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, on the internet. make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public WARNING: Improper assembly or notice or obligation. The descriptions and adjustments can cause serious injury. specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described 2. Understand all Safety Precautions within this man
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REQUIRED OPERATOR SAFETY DECALS AND TRAINING LOCATIONS Original purchaser of this unit was instructed ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety by the seller on safe and proper operation. If Decals. Refer to figure 2 below for Safety unit is to be used by someone other than Decal locations. original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this manual and any needed safety training before operation. 2 1 3 OS0157 Figure 2 1. DANGER! 2. Hot Surface! � Read operator’s manual. � Allow
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Avoid uneven and rough terrain. DO NOT Stop engine and remove ignition operate near drop-offs, ditches, or key before clearing. embankments. Unit can suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in. OL0900 Falling snow, fog, etc. can reduce vision and cause an accident. Operate unit only when there is good visibility and light. Stop engine and remove ignition Only trained adults may operate unit. key before clearing. Training includes actual ope
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Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury Disengage clutch bail when not in use. Before or death. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed starting engine: disengage clutch bail. DO area. Always provide good ventilation. NOT use on gravel or crushed rock surfaces. ALWAYS disengage attachment, stop unit Check clutch and brake operation frequently. and engine, remove key and allow moving Adjust and service as required. All motion of parts to stop before leaving operator’s auger must stop quickly when
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always or death. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed place containers on the ground away from area. Always provide good ventilation. your vehicle before filling. ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating When practical, remove gas-powered condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel cause fire or explosion. it on the groun
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Discharge Chute Assembly Discharge Chute Crank Assembly (938017, 018, 117) 1. Remove bolt and nut from rear of discharge chute (figure 4). 1. Remove nut from bolt that holds recoil 2. Tip discharge chute up and install starter handle bracket in place (figure 5). hardware just removed. Tighten 2. Pull the chute crank assembly up so hole hardware at rear of discharge chute first, in chute crank bracket fits behind/under then sides. lower handle bar and over bolt end. NOTE: DO NOT pull chute
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CONTROLS & FEATURES 2 1. Auger Clutch Bail 1 3 2. Handlebar 4 3. Discharge Chute Crank (938017, 018, 5 117) 4. Handlebar Wing Knob 6 22 5. Spark Plug Access Cover 7 6. Discharge Chute Handle 8 7. Exhaust 9 8. Discharge Chute Deflector 9. Auger Housing 10. Auger 11. Ignition Switch 21 12. Fuel Level Indicator 13. Starter Button (938017, 018, 117) 20 14. Choke Control Knob 15. Power Cord (938017, 018, 117) 19 16. Primer Bulb 10 18 17. Scraper Blade 17 18. Cowl 11 16 19. Discharge Chute 20. Chute
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OPERATION 2. Pull recoil starter handle. Auger should WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read rotate with the turning of the engine. and understand the entire Safety 3. Release the auger clutch bail. section before proceeding. 4. Pull recoil starter handle again. Auger must not rotate as engine turns. WARNING: To avoid injury to hands IMPORTANT: If belt squeals when auger and feet, always disengage clutches, clutch bail is engaged, auger may be frozen. shut off engine, and wait for all Immediately
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IMPORTANT: DO NOT force a frozen IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow scraper blade to discharge chute. Start engine and run for 3-5 wear down too far or auger housing will minutes to thaw. If still frozen, take to a warm become damaged. place until controls are free. FILLING FUEL TANK Discharge Chute Crank WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Discharge IMPORTANT: Two cycle engines require that Chute Handle oil be mixed with fuel. Failure to mix oil w
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STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY Electric Start (938017, 018, 117) NOTE: Electric start models can be started Immediately release auger clutch bail to stop manually (see Manual Start on page 12). unit in an emergency. 1. Connect extension cord to prongs on Stop engine, remove key and wait for all starter. rotating parts to stop before leaving IMPORTANT: Prevent damage to unit. Know operator’s position. voltage of your starter and only use matching outlets. STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF 2. Plug exten
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Tips for Operation TRANSPORT Snow is best removed as soon as possible ALWAYS shut off engine and drain fuel when after a snow fall. transporting unit on a truck or trailer. To clear an area, run unit in an overlapping Use extra care when loading or unloading series of paths. For large areas, start in the unit onto trailer or truck. middle and throw snow to each side, so snow Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. is not cleared more than once. NEVER secure by rods or linkages that cou
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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 3. Remove auger drive pulley. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety 4. Remove old belt. section before proceeding. Install (Figure 8) 1. Install new belt on drive pulley and idlers. SERVICE POSITION 2. Install drive belt on auger drive pulley. Place unit on a flat level surface. 3. Install auger drive pulley on unit. DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 4. Connect extension spring to idler arm/brake. Remove (Figure 8) 5. Adjust drive belt (see Drive Belt 1.
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DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT If discharge chute deflector does not stay in position while throwing snow, adjust chute by tightening fasteners (figure 10). Fasteners Measure Bail Spring Length With Auger Clutch Bail Disengaged Figure 10 OS0181 DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT WARNING: Improper adjustment could result in death or serious injury. Auger brake MUST DISENGAGE when clutch is engaged. Auger brake MUST STOP AUGER WITHIN 5 SECONDS of releasing auger clutch bail. Adjust Auger Contr
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3. Loosen belt finger and rotate until there WARNING: Auger MUST NOT rotate is 1/32 – 1/16 in. (0.8 – 1.6 mm) gap when the auger clutch bail is between belt finger and drive belt. disengaged. 4. Tighten belt finger. 1. Start unit. 5. Recheck gap between belt finger and drive belt. Adjust belt finger until there is 2. Engage auger clutch bail for 5 seconds. 1/32 – 1/16 in. (0.8 – 1.6 mm) gap IMPORTANT: Auger MUST STOP within 5 between belt finger and drive belt. seconds of disengaging auge
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STORAGE LONG TERM WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety Touch up all scratched painted surfaces. section before proceeding. When storing unit for extended periods of time, remove all fuel from tank and carburetor SHORT TERM (run dry). See Engine Manual. IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with high-pressure water or store unit outdoors. Run with attachment clutch engaged a few minutes after each use to free unit of any loose or melting snow. Inspect unit for visible signs of
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TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will 1. Key not in RUN position. 1. Turn key to RUN position. 2. Fuel tank empty. 2. Fill fuel tank. not 3. Clogged fuel filter. 3. Replace fuel filter. See Engine crank/start Manual. 4. Faulty electric starter or wire 4. Contact your Ariens Dealer. connections. Engine 1. Out of fuel. 1. Fill fuel tank (see Filling Fuel Tank on page 11). stops 2. Improperly mixed or contaminated 2. Drain fuel tank and refill with new fuel/oil mixture (
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SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 938017 938018 938019 938117 Description SS522EC SS722EC SS522 SS522EC Engine - Tecumseh (Two-Cycle) TH139SA TH139SP TH139SA TH139SA -1 5 (3.73) 7 (5.22) 5 (3.73) Power Max – HP (Kw/min ) -1 3950 ± 150 Fast Idle Speed – RPM (min ) Displacement – in. (cc) 8.46 (139) Fuel See Engine Manual. Fuel to Oil Mix 50:1 Fuel Tank Capacity – qt. (L) 1.2 (1.1) Electric Start 120V Optional 120V Snow Clearing Width – in. (cm) 22 (56) Chute Chute Rotation Angle 220° Discharge Chute Cr
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Ariens Limited Warranties 2-Year Limited Lawn and Garden 3-Year Limited Sno-Thro Warranty Consumer Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Sno-Thro products Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the manufactured by Ariens Company will be free original purchaser that Ariens and Gravely from defects in material and workmanship for a brand consumer products manufactured by period of three (3) years after the date of Ariens Company will be free from defects i
