Sno-Thro ® Owner/Operator Manual Models 932102 - 520 932103 - 624 932310 - 624 ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL Transfer model & serial number label from product registration here. Coller l’autocollant du modèle et du numéro de série dans cet encadré. Transferir aquí la etiqueta del modelo y número de serie del registro del producto.
Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O.
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES ENGLISH 1. Attachment Clutch Bail 2. Chute Control Lever (932102) Chute Crank (932103, 310) 3. Muffler Guard 4. Chute Deflector 5. Discharge Chute 6. Housing 7. Throttle 8. Spark Plug and Wire 9. Oil Fill and Dipstick 10. Fuel Tank and Cap 11. Primer Bulb 12. Electric Starter (932103) 13. Recoil Start 14. Ignition Switch 15. Choke 16. Scraper Blade 17. Auger 18. Impeller 19. Belt Cover FRANÇAIS 1. Commande d’embrayage de l’outil 2.
932103 932310 1 2 8 3 4 9 5 6 10 7 19 11 15 12 18 14 13 16 17 OS1746 OS2071 8 932102 1 7 2 3 9 10 4 11 15 5 13 6 14 19 18 16 17 17 Figure 1 5 OS2080 OS1911
TABLE OF CONTENTS Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Service & Adjustments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
DELIVERY Customer Note: If you have purchased this product without complete assembly and instruction by your retailer, it is your responsibility to: 1. Read and understand all assembly instructions in this manual. If you do not understand or have difficulty following the instructions, contact your nearest Ariens Dealer for assistance. Make sure all assembly has been properly completed. NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, call 1-800-678-5443 or go to www.ariens.com on the internet.
SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to figure below for Safety Decal locations. 1 DANGER / PELIGRO 2 ROTATING PARTS Stop engine & remove ignition key before clearing. DANGER / PELIGRO ROTATING PARTS Keep clear of auger while engine is running. PIECES EN ROTATION Arreter le moteur et retirer la clé de contact avant le débourrage. PIECES EN ROTATION Ne pas s’approcher du rotor lorsque le moteur est en marche.
ASSEMBLY SAFETY RULES Read, understand, and follow all safety practices in Owner/Operator Manual before assembling. Failure to follow instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to unit. ALWAYS remove key and/or wire from spark plug before assembly. Unintentional engine start up can cause death or serious injury.
Rotating impeller can cause serious injury. DO NOT unclog unit while engine is running. When leaving operator’s position for any reason, ALWAYS disengage auger, stop unit and engine, remove key and allow moving parts to stop. Before starting engine, disengage control(s). Use only approved extension cords and receptacles when starting units equipped with Electric starter. DO NOT connect electric starter cord to any wiring system that is not a three-wire grounded system.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE SAFETY RULES Before cleaning, removing clogs or making any inspections, repairs, etc.: disengage clutch(es), stop unit and engine, remove key, allow moving parts to stop. Allow hot parts to cool. Before tipping unit up onto housing, remove enough fuel so no spills will occur. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip over during maintenance. ALWAYS keep protective structures, guards, and panels in good repair, in place and securely fastened. NEVER modify or remove safety devices.
8 9 932103, 310 1 2 3 1. Mounting Hardware 2. Spring Clip 3. Chute Support Bracket 4. Discharge Chute 5. Discharge Chute Ring 6. Retaining Clip 7. Belt Cover 8. Chute Crank 9. Chute Crank Support 4 5 6 7 Figure 4a Discharge Chute (932102) 1. Grease discharge chute ring if not already greased (Figure 4b). 2. Remove mounting hardware from top of engine. 3. Slide discharge chute over opening on housing and under the retaining clip. OS2090 4.
Check Function of All Controls 3. Ensure Z bend end of clutch cable is connected to hole in tab on right side of clutch bail. Ensure unit runs and performs properly. Refer to Operation Section. Check Auger Gearcase Oil Run in Attachment Belt Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Maintenance Section). Fill Engine Crankcase IMPORTANT: Engines are shipped without oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual for proper type oil and crankcase capacity.
PRE-START Throttle 1 2 3 STOP The Throttle controls the engine speed. To increase or decrease the engine speed, adjust to: 1.Fast (normal or warm starts) 2.Part-Throttle 3.Slow (cold weather starts) 4."Stop" (engine is off) 4 OL2072 Recoil Starter Handle IMPORTANT: DO NOT let handle snap back against starter. When pulled, handle will turn engine over. Auger The auger propels unit forward while collecting snow. Forward speeds may vary according to depth and moisture content. 1.
5. Insert key into ignition switch and push into RUN position. DO NOT twist key after inserting it. 6. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until it pulls harder. Let rope rewind slowly. 7. Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke. Let rope rewind slowly. NOTE: DO NOT allow starter handle to snap back against the starter. 8. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until the engine starts. (If engine does not start, refer to Troubleshooting.) 9. Adjust choke as needed. 10.
Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged. DO NOT transport machine while engine is running. MAINTENANCE CHECK FASTENERS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand Maintenance and Service/Fuel Safety Rules before proceeding. Make sure all hardware is tightened properly. CHECK ATTACHMENT CLUTCH SERVICE POSITION Place unit on a flat level surface. Before tipping unit up onto housing, remove enough fuel so no spills will occur.
To ensure adequate lubricant level: 1. Remove filler plug (Figure 5). Lubricant must be at least up to bottom of lubricant filler hole with unit resting on a level surface. 2. Add lubricant if required. Allow oil to drain to level of plug and replace plug. IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens special gear lubricant L-2 (Part Number 00008000). GENERAL LUBRICATION IMPORTANT: Wipe each fitting clean before and after lubrication. IMPORTANT: DO NOT allow grease or oil to get on belts.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS 4. Make sure engine sheave and attachment pulley align. If alignment is necessary, loosen attachment pulley set screws, reposition pulley and tighten set screws. 5. Reposition and secure belt fingers. IMPORTANT: Make sure belt fingers are 1/16 in to 1/8 in (1.6-3 mm) from belt when attachment clutch is engaged. 6. Check clutch adjustment. See Attachment Clutch/Brake. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand Maintenance and Service/Fuel Safety Rules before proceeding.
Cap Screws Figure 8 OS1881 ATTACHMENT CLUTCH / BRAKE ADJUSTMENT WARNING: IMPROPER ADJUSTMENT could result in unexpected movement of auger and impeller causing death or serious injury. Auger/impeller must stop within 3 seconds when attachment clutch bail is released. 1. Remove belt cover. 2. Check belt alignment (Figure 9). Engine sheave and attachment pulley must align vertically. Also, belt must be centered in the idler pulley. To move pulley or sheave: a.Loosen set screw. b.
9 1. Cable Adjuster Body 2. Jam Nut 3. Clutch Cable Spring 4. Spring Arm 5. Idler Arm 6. Attachment Pulley 7. Idler 8. Engine Sheave 9. Attachment Belt 8 1 2 7 1/8–3/16 in (3–5 mm) 6 4 3 5 OS2201 Figure 9 DISCHARGE CHUTE SHEAR BOLTS If Chute does not stay in position while operating, tighten nut on carriage bolt at pivot point to increase tension on spring (Figure 10). If the deflector cap does not remain set in position tighten nut on right side of cap until proper drag is obtained.
AUGER EDGE REPLACEMENT SCRAPER BLADE ADJUSTMENT Over time the rubber edges of the auger will wear. Contact your Ariens Dealer for replacement. IMPORTANT: Replace rubber edges before metal auger begins to wear. NOTE: After replacement of auger rubber edges, adjust scraper blade. See Scraper Blade Adjustment below. IMPORTANT: Damage to auger/impeller housing will result if blade wears down too far. Scraper blade is adjustable to compensate for wear. To adjust scraper blade: 1.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine stops. PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Turn off engine, remove key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Check for and remove obstruction and repair before restart. 3. Replace with clean fuel. 4. Replace or clean spark plug. 1. Out of fuel. 2. Mechanical jam in blower rake or impeller. 3. Polluted fuel supply. 4. Faulty spark plug. Engine problems. Unit does not throw snow See Engine Manual. 1. Shear bolts broken. 1.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Description Engine - Tecumseh 932102 932103 932310 520 624 624 HSSK5067409T OHSK6071505D OHSK6071504D 5 (3.73) Power Max - HP (Kw/min-1) 6 (4.47) 3600±150 Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min-1) Displacement - in (cc) 11.88 (195) Electric Start Optional 120V Fuel 120V Optional 240V See Engine Manual Tank Capacity - qt (Liters) 2.0 (1.9) 3.5 (3.3) Snow Clearing Width - in (cm) 20 (50.8) 24 (61.0) Snow Throwing Distance - ft. (m) 3-35 (.9-10.
3 Year Limited Sno-Thro Warranty Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.
DURA-CLEAN™ Auger Limited Lifetime Warranty Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 Ariens Company hereby warrants to the original purchaser that the rubber components of the DURA-CLEAN™ Auger manufactured by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship and will not wear out for the life of the snothro, except as noted below.
Ariens Company 655 West Ryan Street P.O. Box 157 Brillion, WI 54110-0157 920-756-2141 Fax 920-756-2407 www.ariens.
