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MANUAL DISCHARGE CHUTE
DEFLECTOR
Model 920406
See Figure 12.
Moves discharge deflector up or down to
control height of snow discharge.
Loosen wing knob and move discharge chute
deflector handle up or down to control snow
throw height. Tighten wing knob in desired
position.
SCRAPER BLADE
Contacts the surface being cleared and
protects the housing from damage during
normal use.
SKID SHOE
Controls the distance between the scraper
blade and the surface.
AXLE LOCK PIN
Engages or disengages wheels with axle
rotation, allowing for wheel drive or
freewheeling. See Set Axle Lock Pin on
page 12.
IMPORTANT: All references to left, right, front
or rear are given from the perspective of
operator in operator’s position, facing the
direction of forward travel.
EMERGENCY STOPPING
1. Release both clutch levers.
2. Set engine switch to stop position and
remove engine key from unit.
3. Wait for all moving parts to stop before
leaving operator’s position.
BEFORE OPERATING UNIT
1. Check for a frozen impeller.
a. Remove key and set engine switch to
stop position.
b. Engage attachment clutch lever and
pull recoil starter handle.
c. If handle does not pull, move unit to a
warm area to thaw.
2. Check fuel level and add fuel if needed.
IMPORTANT: Use fresh unleaded fuel with
an octane rating of at least 87. DO NOT use
E85 blended fuels; the engine is not E20 /
E30 / E85 compatible. The maximum
recommended ethanol content is 10%. Ariens
recommends using a quality fuel stabilizer in
all fuel. See Short Term on page 24.
3. Check engine oil level and add oil if
needed. Refer to engine manual.
4. Check function of controls.
• Attachment Clutch Lever
• Traction Drive Clutch Lever
• Dual Handle Interlock
5. Know how to stop in an emergency. See
Emergency Stopping on page 11.
START THE ENGINE
1. Electric Start: Connect power cord to
starter and then into 120V 3-wire
grounded outlet.
IMPORTANT: Use a power cord that is UL
listed or CSA certified, rated for a minimum of
13 amps, grounded and labeled as suitable
for outdoor use.
All Models
2. Turn fuel valve to On position.
3. Insert engine key and set engine switch
to run position.
4. Cold Engines Only: Press primer bulb
3times.
5. Turn choke control knob to On position.
6. Electric Start: Press electric start button.
NOTICE: DO NOT run starter more than 10
times at intervals of 5 seconds on / 5 seconds
off or overheating and damage may occur.
OPERATION
WARNING: AVOID INJURY.
Read and understand the Safety
section before proceeding.
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