Operation and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims liability for Before operation of the unit, carefully and completely any claims or damages, whether warranty, property read manuals supplied with the unit. The contents will...
SECTION 2 - SAFETY 2.1 SAFETY ALERTS 2.6 PREPARATION Look for these symbols to point out Before starting any removal of parts, proper important safety precautions. They preparation is very important for efficient work. A clean mean: work area at the start of each job will allow you to perform service repairs easily and quickly.
2.9 SAFETY RULES Hazardous Slopes DO NOT operate on steep slopes. Avoid operating on Walk Around Inspection slopes. When you must operate on a slope, travel up Complete a walk around inspection of unit and work and down the slope. Never operate cross a slope. area to understand: Never operate on a slope greater than 10 degrees.
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Before maintenance, adjustments, or service (except where specifically recommended), shut off engine. Allow hot parts to cool. Keep unit free of dirt, stones, and other debris. Clean up oil or fuel spills. Storage DO NOT store unit inside a building with fuel in the fuel tank where any ignition sources are present.
SECTION 3 - SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 924080 924081 924082 924083 924084 Model ST T8 ST 824S ST 824 ST 828 ST 1032 Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh HMSK 80 HMSK 80 HMSK 80 HMSK 80 HMSK 80...
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Model Number 924085 924086 924087 924088 924089 Model ST 1236 ST 1028 ST 1232E ST 1028 E ST 824E Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh OHSK 120 HMSK 100 OHSK 120 HMSK 100 HMSK 80 Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded...
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Model Number 924090 924091 924092 924093 924100 Model ST 0036 ST 1228E ST 1236E ST 924 ST 824DL Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh OHSK120 OHSK120 HMSK90 HMSK80 Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Fuel Tank Capacity 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon Idle RPM...
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Model Number 924101 924102 924103 924104 924105 Model ST 928 ST 1032 ST 1236 ST 1028 STT8 Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh HMSK90 HMSK100 OHSK120 HMSK100 HMSK80 Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Fuel Tank Capacity 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon 1 gallon...
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Model Number 924106 924311 924312 924313 924314 Model ST 1024 ST 824 ST 924 LE ST 1028 L ST 1228 LE Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh HSMK100 HSMK80 HSMK90 HSMK100 OSMK120 Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Fuel Tank Capacity 1 gallon 1 gallon...
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Model Number 924315 924316 924317 924318 924319 Model ST 1232 LE ST 1236 LE ST 928 LE ST 824 ST 924 LE Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh OHSK120 OHSK120 HMSK90 HMSK80 HMSK90 Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Fuel Tank Capacity 1 gallon...
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Model Number 924320 924321 924323 924324 924325 Model ST 1232 LE ST 1236 LE ST 1024 SHO ST 1128 LE ST 1132 LE Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh Tecumseh OHSK120 OHSK120 HMSK100 OHSK110 OHSK110 Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Unleaded Fuel Tank Capacity...
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Model Number 924326 92410700 Model ST 1336 LE ST 1336 LE Engine - Manufacturer Tecumseh Tecumseh OHSK130 OHSK130 Fuel Unleaded Unleaded Fuel Tank Capacity 1 gallon 1 gallon Idle RPM 1800 1800 Governed RPM 3600 3600 Crank Case Capacity 26 oz. 26 oz.
SECTION 4 - GENERAL MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 4.1 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Figure 1 1. Attachment Clutch Lever 13.Housing (Auger/Impeller) 2. Speed Selector 14.Fuel Tank and Cap 3. Chute Crank 15.Fuel Shut-Off Valve 4. Wheel Drive Clutch Lever 16.Belt Guard 5. Primer Bulb 17.Runner(s) 6.
4.2 SERVICE POSITIONS Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be required, contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer’s service center. WARNING: ACCIDENTAL ENGINE START UP can cause death or serious injury.
To add fuel to the fuel tank: IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to get on friction wheel, drive disc or belts. 1. Refuel the unit only in a well ventilated, open area. Apply Sten Mix Hi-Temp Grease or equivalent to the 2.
2. Add lubricant, if required, allow oil to drain to level IMPORTANT: DO NOT over fill. Oil level must not of plug and replace plug (Figure 4). exceed Full (F) mark. 3. Use only Ariens special gear lubricant L-2 (P/N 00008000). Engine Oil Type Ambient Temperature...
3. If pulley alignment is necessary, loosen pulley set IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens Shear Bolts for screws. Reposition pulley and retighten set screws. replacement. Use of any other type of shear bolt may result in severe damage to the unit.
(Figure 7). Allow 1/8" (3 mm) between scraper blade and hard smooth surface. Allow 1-1/4" (30 mm) minimum between scraper blade and uneven surface(s). 3. Retighten hardware. NOTE: Keep housing level by adjusting runners equally. Uneven runners make unit difficult to steer and results in uneven clearing.
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1. Bracket 2. Worm Gear 3. Adjustment Nuts Figure 8 1. Drive Belt 2. Brake Shoe and Pad Attachment Clutch/Impeller Brake 3. 1/16" (1.6 mm) minimum WARNING: AUGER/IMPELLER MUST Figure 9 STOP within 5 seconds when Attachment OS0660 Clutch/Impeller Brake lever is released or unit Traction Drive Clutch damage or serious injury may result.
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Speed Selector To adjust the speed selection linkage: 1. TIp unit forward onto auger housing. 2. Put speed selector into reverse. 3. At the speed selector linkage, pull the pin and disconnect the shift rod. 4. Pull shift rod toward control panel until it stops. 5.
5.6 CLUTCH YOKE AND FORK Remove locknut and adapter spacer holding spring assembly in clutch yoke (Figure 13). Remove capscrew, nut, and rod adapter from yoke. Remove cotter pin from end of spring assembly in clutch fork. Remove spring assembly and extension spring.
SECTION 6 - ENGINE 6.1 ENGINE TROUBLESHOOTING The following troubleshooting chart is to be used to The troubleshooting key is generic and can be used for isolate engine problems and give possible causes and several types of engines. Use only those possible corrective action responses.
See your engine manual for information on the opera- tion and maintenance of your engine. Follow those instructions for oil and filter changes. 6.2 REMOVING THE ENGINE 1. Drain gasoline. 2. Place unit in the Belt Service Position. 3. Remove both belts from the engine pulleys. Remove pulleys.
SECTION 7 - REDUCTION DRIVE 7.1 DIFFERENTIAL, LOCKOUT, AND AXLE 5. Check left hand axle bushings and other parts for wear or damage and replace as necessary. Place unit in Upright Service Position. 6. Reassemble in reverse order. 1. Remove groove pin that secures lockout assembly to left hand axle and lockout assembly from shaft.
7.5 HEX SHAFT When replacing chain, be sure retainer clip faces center of unit and is well seated in grooves of master Place unit in Upright Service Position. link, P/N 000041. 1. Hold hex shaft on sprocket end with a wrench and remove lock nut at outside of frame.
SECTION 8 - FRICTION WHEEL DRIVE 8.1 FRICTION WHEEL 8.3 DRIVE PLATE SPINDLE 1. To replace friction wheel, tip unit up into the upright Place unit in the Belt Service Position. service position. Remove lock nut from pulley end of spindle and pulley 2.
3. Remove three nuts holding bearing flange to housing and remove bearing flange (Figure 18). IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens shear bolts for replacement. Use of any other type of shear bolt may 4. Remove two cap screws and lock washers on each result in severe damage to unit.
1. Blower Housing 2. Scraper Blade 3. Rake 4. Shear Bolt 5. Bearing Flange 6. Bearing Figure 18 9.4 DISCHARGE CHUTE Slide handle end of deflector control cable through hole in upper handlebar panel and secure with washer and jam nut. Secure T-handle on end of deflector control WARNING: DO NOT put hands or feet near or cable.
Check oil level periodically. Oil level must be up to oil fill hole. Change oil every 25 hours or once each season, whichever comes first. Fill with Ariens Special L-2 Gear Lubricant (P/N 000080). Use approximately 5 oz. 10.2 ALUMINUM GEAR CASE Remove auger/impeller and gear case from housing referring to Auger/Impeller Section.
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Cast Iron Gear Case 1. Impeller 2. Worm Shaft 3. Adjustment Plug 4. Worm and Gear Service Assembly 5. Rake Shaft 6. Gear Case Shaft 7. Gear Case Figure 20 PS0472 10 - 35...
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Aluminum Gear Case 1. Impeller 2. Worm Shaft and Gear Assembly 3. Thrush Collar 4. Case, Left Side, Large Bore 5. Case, Right Side, Small Bore 6. Rake Shaft Figure 21 PS0281 10 - 36...
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Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P .O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.com...
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