Ariens 369cc User Manual

ARIENS AX SNOW ENGINE
MOTEUR D’HIVER ARIENS AX
US/ CANADA OPERATION MANUAL
MANUEL D’OPÉRATION POUR US/ CANADA
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE USE.
CONSERVEZ LE GUIDE POUR CONSULTATION ULTÉRIEURE.
FOR COLD WEATHER USE ONLY
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002 (2/NMB-2).
POUR UTILISATION PAR TEMPS FROIDS SEULEMENT
Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est conforme à la norme NMB-002 (2/NMB-2) du Canada.
PGM45004 01/05/18 revI

Ariens 369cc Specifications

General

Engine Type	4-cycle OHV
Displacement	369cc
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Ignition System	Electronic
Spark Plug Gap	0.030 inches
Starting System	Recoil

Summary

California Proposition 65

Carbon Monoxide Hazard

Engine Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Before Operation

Pre-Operation Checks

Emphasizes the importance of pre-operation checks for safety and engine longevity.

Safe Operating Precautions

Highlights essential safety precautions, including cold weather use and carbon monoxide awareness.

Operation

Before Starting the Engine

Starting the Engine (Manual Start)

Step-by-step procedure for starting the engine using the manual pull start method.

Starting the Engine (Electric Start)

Procedure for starting the engine using the electric start feature with an extension cord.

Operation Continued

Stopping the Engine

Servicing Your Engine

The Importance of Maintenance

Maintenance Safety Instructions

Outlines critical safety precautions to follow before and during any maintenance tasks.

Servicing Your Engine Continued

Refueling

Snow Engine Oil Change Procedure Run/Stop Rocker Switch

Procedure for changing engine oil on models with a RUN/STOP rocker switch.

Spark Plug Maintenance

Details on recommended spark plugs, cross-references, and how to change the spark plug.

Snow Engine Oil Change Procedure Keyed Run/Stop Switch

Procedure for changing engine oil on models with a keyed RUN/STOP switch.

Engine Oil Level Check

Engine Oil Recommendations

Warranty

Ariens Company Emission Control Warranty Statement

Details the emissions control warranty rights and obligations for the engine owner.

Warranted Parts

Manufacturer's Warranty Coverage

Owner's Warranty Responsibilities