Ariens 72407100 - Attaching the Clean-Out Tool Mount; Operation: Clearing the Chute; Impeller Contact Safety Warning; Chute Clearing Steps

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NOTE: Do not overtighten the hardware when installing
the snow clean-out tool mount (item 2). Overtightening
will crack the mount.
NOTE: Install the hardware so the nylon lock nut is on
the inside of the auger housing.
4. Install the snow clean-out tool mount (item 2) on the
auger housing with two 10-24 x 1/2 round head
slotted machine screws (item 4) and two 10-24
nylon lock nuts (item 3) as shown in Figure 3.
5. Snap the snow clean-out tool (item 1) into the snow
clean-out tool mount (item 2) for storage.
6. Reconnect spark plug wire to spark plug.
OPERATION
To clear the chute:
1. Shut off the engine.
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure impeller blades have
stopped rotating.
3. Remove the snow clean-out tool (item 1) from the
snow clean-out tool mount (item 2) and use it to
remove the clog.
4. Replace the snow clean-out tool (item 1) on the
snow clean-out tool mount (item 2).
Figure 3
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Figure 4
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WARNING: Hand contact with the rotating
impeller is the most common cause of injury
associated with snow throwers. Never use your
hand to clean out the discharge chute.