Deflection should be approximately 3/8 in. (9.6 mm). See Figure 49. If deflection is excessive, tighten the track tension. If unit pulls to the left or right when a straight path is desired adjust the track tension. If the unit is pulling to the left, tighten the left track adjuster. If the unit is pulling to the right, tighten the right track adjuster. To adjust (Figure 50): 1. Tighten the adjuster nut to tighten the track tension. Loosen the adjuster nut to reduce track tension. 2. Check that

Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. GB - 27 NOTE: Keep housing level by adjusting skid shoes equally. SHEAR BOLTS IMPORTANT: Use only Ariens shear bolts for replacement. Use of any other type of shear bolt may result in severe damage to unit. See SERVICE PARTS on page 37. Occasionally a foreign object may enter the auger/impeller housing and jam the auger, breaking shear bolts (Figure 28) which secure the auger to the shaft. This allows auger to turn freely on the sh

NOTE: The wheel lock will not release when under load. Do not unlock the wheel while turning. If the wheel lock will not release, turn the unit slightly left or right to relieve axle load and release the axle lock. If remote wheel lock does not lock or unlock properly, adjust or repair before operation (see Remote Wheel Lock on page 27). Scraper Blade The scraper blade allows better contact with the surface being cleared. It also prevents damage to the housing from normal usage. IMPORTANT: DO NO

NEVER modify or remove safety devices. DO NOT change engine governor settings or over-speed engine. Fumes from engine exhaust can cause injury or death. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Always provide good ventilation. ALWAYS maintain unit in safe operating condition. Damaged or worn out muffler can cause fire or explosion. Keep all hardware properly tightened. Check shear bolts frequently. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. NEVER store unit with fuel in fuel

IMPORTANT: With clutch lever engaged, belt finger on the side opposite the belt idler should be less than 1/8 in. (3 mm) from belt, but not touching the belt. Adjust belt finger as necessary. 5. Check adjustment. See Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 30. 6. Reconnect chute crank and secure with spring clip (921011, 012, 013, 014, 015, 016, 019, 020) or hair pin (921017, 018). Reconnect chute lock cable and deflector cable (921017, 018). 7. Replace belt cover. TRACTION DRIVE BELT REPLACE

Remove the bottom cover. 2. With the clutch lever engaged, check the clearance between the frame and plastic roller on the lower end of the attachment idler arm. See Figure 35. • If roller is 1/2 –7/8 in. (12.7 – 22.2 mm) from frame, go to Adjust the Attachment Clutch Cable Spring Extension on page 29. • If roller is less than 1/2 in. (12.7 mm) from frame, loosen idler adjustment nut and move idler closer to the belt. Tighten adjustment nut and recheck the roller clearance. • If roller is more t

Touch up all scratched painted surfaces. Remove weight from wheels by putting blocks under frame or axle. Fuel System Gasoline left in the fuel system for extended periods without a stabilizer will deteriorate, resulting in gum deposits in the system. These deposits can damage the carburetor and the fuel hoses, filter and tank. Prevent deposits from forming in the fuel system during storage by adding a quality fuel stabilizer to the fuel. Follow the recommended mix ratio found on the fuel sta

DO NOT twist key after it is inserted. 7. If engine is cold, apply choke. A warm engine requires less choking than a cold engine. See Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 8. Set throttle to proper starting position. 9. Press starter button on engine until engine starts. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 15 seconds per minute, as overheating and damage can occur. (If engine does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 36.) 10. Adjust choke as needed. 11. Disconnect power c

Insert the hair pin with the loop end to the left of the chute rod so the control assembly follows a full range of travel. 9. Insert the chute lock cable fitting into the bracket on the chute pedestal, and then connect the chute lock cable to the lock teeth by fitting the cable ball end into the slot on the lock teeth. See Figure 11. NOTE: Press down on lock teeth with your finger to align the cable ball end with the slot (Figure 11). 10. Replace the gear cover removed in step 4. IMPORTANT: R

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