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Ariens Compact 24 User Manual

Ariens Compact 24
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figure 10 and 11 for all Controls and
Features locations.
Dual Handle Interlock
When Attachment Clutch and then Traction
Drive Clutch are engaged, the Attachment
Clutch will remain engaged (lever down) if
released. To stop attachment, release
Traction Drive Clutch and both clutches will
disengage.
Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand
Lever
Squeeze the Traction
Drive Clutch Lever
against the Handlebar (1)
to engage wheel drive for
propelling unit. Forward
speed will vary according
to snow depth and
moisture content.
Release lever (2) to stop
movement.
NOTE: When traveling to or from the area to
be cleared, press down on the handlebars
enough to raise the front of the unit slightly off
the surface. Engage the traction drive clutch
without engaging the attachment drive clutch.
Attachment Clutch - Right Hand
Lever
Squeeze Attachment
Clutch Lever against
handlebar (1) to
engage attachment.
Release both clutch
levers (2) to disengage
power and apply brake
to attachment.
IMPORTANT: If the belt squeals when the
attachment clutch lever is engaged, the
impeller may be frozen in the auger housing.
Immediately release the attachment clutch
lever and move the unit into a heated area to
thaw.
NOTE: If belt squeals when impeller turns
freely, see Replace Attachment Drive Belt on
page 25.
Ignition Switch (Push/Pull Safety
Key) (920012, 013)
Key Switch has two positions:
1. “Stop” - pulled out
2. "Run" - pushed in
NOTE: DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.
Ignition Switch (920014, 015)
Operate the ignition switch with
the removable key. To start the
engine, turn the key to Start. To
stop the engine, turn the key to
Off.
Primer Bulb
Pushing the primer bulb in adds fuel for
easier engine start. Refer to Starting and Shut
Off on page 18.
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read
and understand the entire Safety
section before proceeding.
WARNING: To avoid injury to hands
and feet, always disengage clutches,
shut off engine, and wait for all
movement to stop before unclogging
or working on snow thrower.
Keep hands and feet away from
auger and impeller.
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2
OL2701
2
1
2
1
920012
920013
920014, 015
920012, 013

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Ariens Compact 24 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Clearing Width24 inches
Engine Power208cc
Stage TypeTwo-stage
Start TypeElectric start
Fuel TypeGasoline
Engine Displacement208cc
Drive TypeWheel Drive
Fuel Tank Capacity2.9 quarts
Intake Height20 inches
Auger MaterialSteel
Throw DistanceUp to 40 ft
Chute ControlRemote
Transmission6 forward, 2 reverse
Drive SystemDisc-O-Matic

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