Quick Start Guide Sno-Tek 20E (939401 s/n 35000 & up) • • • • • • • • • • Step 1: Unfold Handlebar Step 2: Install Discharge Chute Step 3: Install Discharge Chute Crank Step 4: Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock Step 5: Check Tire Pressure Step 6: Check Auger Gearcase Oil Step 7: Check Engine Crankcase Oil Step 8: Fill Engine Fuel Tank Step 9: Start Engine Step 10: Stop Engine READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTION, WARNING, AND DANGER LABELS.
Step One: Unfold Handlebar 1. Remove the lower and loosen the upper hardware on the handlebar assembly. 2. Rotate the handlebar into operating position. NOTE: Be careful not to damage cable spring hooks when rotating handlebar upward. 3. Install and tighten the hardware on the handlebar assembly.
Step Two: Install Discharge Chute 1. 2. Remove mounting hardware from the bottom of the chute pedestal mount. Install discharge chute over opening in the auger housing and secure pedestal to auger housing with hardware removed above.
Step Three: Install Discharge Chute Crank 1. Slide chute crank through support bracket. NOTE: Be careful not to damage nylon bushing when sliding crank through bracket. 2. Connect the chute crank to the pinion gear on chute with spring clip pin.
Step Four: Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock Without the engine running, press down (engage) both clutch levers. Release attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch should remain engaged until traction clutch lever is released, then both clutches must disengage. If they do not, contact your Dealer for repairs.
Step Five: Check Tire Pressure Check tire pressure and adjust to the pressure listed on tire sidewall.
Step Six: Check Auger Gearcase Oil Check oil level in auger gearcase (see Check Auger Gearcase in Owners Manual).
Step Seven: Check Engine Crankcase Oil IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with oil in crankcase. Refer to engine manual for detailed instructions.
Step Eight: Fill Engine Fuel Tank Fill fuel tank. DO NOT OVERFILL! See FILLING FUEL TANK in Owners Manual.
Step Nine: Starting the Engine
Starting Engine / Step A: Choke Turn choke ON.
Starting Engine / Step B: Rocker Switch Push rocker switch to RUN position.
Starting Engine / Step C: Fuel Shut Off Valve Turn fuel shut off valve to “ON” position.
Starting Engine / Step D: Key Install safety key switch. Insert ignition key into slot but DO NOT turn the key. Be sure ignition key snaps into place.
Starting Engine / Step E: Prime Prime system: 3 primes maximum. DO NOT over prime system. Make sure you cover the vent hole before the primer is compressed. Hold the primer bulb in the compressed position for one full second each time you press it. Repeat for a total of 3 primes.
Starting Engine / Step F: (Manual Start) Grasp rope handle. Pull slowly until resistance is felt, then pull rope firmly and quickly to start engine and avoid kickback.
Starting Engine / Step F: (Electric Start) Use a 3-wire extension cord and plug cord into starter motor adaptor first. Then plug cord into wall receptacle. Use appropriately sized extension cord (10AWG or larger) to prevent damage to electric starter.
Starting Engine / Step G: (Electric Start) Press and hold starter button. Note: Do not hold the electric starter button down for more than 5 seconds. Wait at least 1 minute before additional starting attempts.
Starting Engine / Step H: Warm up Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes, Then, slowly move the choke control knob to the run position.
Step Ten: Stopping the Engine To stop engine in an emergency,push the rocker switch to the STOP position. Under normal conditions: 1. 2. Push rocker switch to STOP position. Pull safety key OUT.
Additional Resources • Refer to Owners Manual and Engine Manual • Contact Ariens Company www.ariens.com Phone: 920-756-4688 E-mail: info@ariens.com • For issues concerning engine, please contact LCT www.LCTUSA.com Phone: 800-558-5402 2011 The Ariens Company. All rights reserved.
