Sno-Thro ® Owner/Operator Manual Models 926001 – ST926LE 926002 – ST11528LE 926003 – ST1332LE 926013 – ST8526DLE 926014 – ST9526DLE 926015 – ST11528DLE 926016 – ST11528DLE 926500 – ST1332DLE 926501 – ST1336DLE ENGLISH FRANÇAIS 00584300B 11/06 Printed in USA
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 ASSEMBLY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 SERVICE PARTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 CONTROLS and FEATURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 ACCESSORIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
NOTE: To locate your nearest Ariens Dealer, go to www.ariens.com on the internet. 3. Review control functions and operation of the unit. Do not operate the Sno-Thro unless all controls function as described in this manual. WARNING: Improper assembly or adjustments can cause serious injury. 4. Review recommended lubrication, maintenance and adjustments. 5. Review Limited Warranty Policy. 2. Understand all Safety Precautions provided in the manuals. 6.
OL4370 Keep people away from unit while operating. Keep children out of work area and under watchful care of a responsible adult. Never direct discharge towards persons or property that may be injured or damaged by thrown objects. OL0910 Stop engine, remove key, read manual before making any repairs or adjustments. OL4010 Wear appropriate hearing protection. OL4690 ONLY use clean-out tool to clear blockages. NEVER use your hands. 2.
Before cleaning, removing clogs or making any inspections, repairs, etc.: disengage clutch(es), stop unit and engine, remove key, allow moving parts to stop. Allow hot parts to cool. NEVER place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or near any moving part while unit is running. ALWAYS keep hands away from all pinch points. Run unit a few minutes after clearing snow to prevent freeze-up of attachment. DO NOT touch unit parts which might be hot from operation.
Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground away from your vehicle before filling. Before tipping unit up onto housing, remove fuel so no spills will occur and remove battery. Ensure unit is secure and will not tip over during maintenance. When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground.
ASSEMBLY WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. 5. Install and tighten all wing knobs and wing nuts on the handlebar assembly and shift rod. NOTE: The handlebar has two height positions. Adjust the handlebar height to provide better operator comfort. See Handlebar Height on page 22. WARNING: Dropping or tipping over boxed unit could result in personal injury or damage to unit. 5 1 PACKAGE CONTENTS 4 1 4 1 2, 3 3 1. Wing Knobs 2. Wing Nut 3.
Install Discharge Chute Crank 1. Remove the cover from the gear assembly on the discharge chute. 2. Release the lock teeth on the gear assembly with your finger and rotate the discharge chute 90° left. 1 3. Remove and save the hairpin from the control assembly underneath the control panel. NOTE: Do not remove the pin installed on the chute rod.
7. Replace the gear cover removed in step 1. Use the handlebar hardware locations on the side of the unit frame to determine which hole gets used to secure the chute rod to the control assembly. 4 IMPORTANT: Rotate the discharge chute to the left when tightening the pedestal hardware to ensure clearance between the discharge chute and the belt cover. 8. Tighten pedestal hardware to 15–31 lbf-ft (20-42 N•m). 4 9.
Connect Battery (926500, 501) Check Engine Crankcase Oil 1. Remove wing nuts from battery cover. IMPORTANT: The engine is shipped with 5W-30 oil in crankcase. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 2. Install wire lead to battery terminal. 3. Install battery cover and tighten wing nuts. Fill Engine Fuel Tank Check Function of Dual Handle Interlock Without the engine running, press down (engage) both clutch levers. Release attachment clutch lever.
CONTROLS AND FEATURES 2 1 3 4 1. Attachment Clutch Lever 926001, 002, 003, 013, 016, 500, 501 5 2. Speed Selector 3. Deflector Remote Control 4. Chute Control 6 7 5. Traction Drive Clutch Lever 8 35 6. Oil Fill/Dipstick 9 10 34 7. Muffler Guard (926002, 003, 016, 500, 501) 8. Discharge Chute Deflector 11 33 9. Discharge Chute 10. Impeller 31 11. Clean-Out Tool 12. Auger 32 12 30 29 28 25 24 13 15 26 14. Auger Gearcase 15. Recoil Starter Handle 16. Electric Starter 14 27 13.
1. Attachment Clutch Lever 926014, 015 2. Speed Selector 3. Deflector Remote Control 2 1 3 5 4 4. Chute Control 30 32 5. Traction Drive Clutch Lever 7 6. Oil Fill/Dipstick 8 31 7. Discharge Chute Deflector 8. Discharge Chute 9 6 9. Impeller 10 10. Clean-out Tool 11. Auger 15 12. Scraper Blade 13. Auger Gearcase 14. Recoil Starter Handle 28 15. Electric Starter 11 27 12 26 23 17. Heated Handles 18. Remote Differential Wheel Lock 13 25 16. Wing Knobs 19. Heated Handles Switch 20.
OPERATION Ignition Switch (Push/Pull Safety Key) WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. 926001, 002, 003, 013, 016 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. 2 2 1 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figure 10 or Figure 11 for all Controls and Features locations.
Choke Control Knob Snow Clean-Out Tool (Figure 12) 926014, 015 926001, 002, 003, 013, 016, 500, 501 1 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. 2 1 2 1 1. Choke Closed position: chokes off air to engine for easier start. 2. Choke Open position: allows for normal operation. IMPORTANT: Gradually open choke after engine starts.
Discharge Chute Control Axle Lock Pin (926001) IMPORTANT: If chute does not stay in set position, adjust as directed in SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS on page 22, or repair before operation. (Figure 14) Rotate the Chute with Discharge Chute Control. Use the axle lock pin to lock or unlock the right or left wheel. Lock both wheels to increase traction; unlock one wheel to allow for easier turning of the unit. NOTE: Unit will not drive with both wheels unlocked.
926014, 015 On Position: Use this position to run the unit. 1 Off Position: Use this position to service, transport, or store the unit. Figure 17 To add fuel to fuel tank: 2 1. ALWAYS place unit in open or well-ventilated area. 2. Stop engine and allow to cool. 3. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt from entering Fuel Tank. 1. Stored Position 2. Operating Position Figure 15 4. Remove Cap. IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline containing alcohol.
STARTING AND SHUT OFF 3. Check Dual Handle Interlock Without the engine running, press down (engage) both clutch levers. Release attachment clutch lever. Attachment clutch should remain engaged until traction clutch lever is released, then both clutches must disengage. If clutches do not engage or disengage properly, adjust or repair before operation (see Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 25). 4.
SNOW REMOVAL 5. Push Primer Bulb 2 or 3 times for cold engine. NOTE: When temperature is below -15° F (-26° C) additional priming may be needed. IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust to the outdoor temperature before clearing snow. 6. Insert key into ignition switch on engine and push into "Run" position. DO NOT twist key after it is inserted. NOTE: Attachment clutch should be engaged before wheel drive clutch when throwing snow. 1. Select Speed Control position and direction. 7.
MAINTENANCE Ariens Dealers will provide any service or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be required, contact an Ariens dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center. The chart below shows the recommended maintenance schedule that should be performed on a regular basis. More frequent service may be required. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding.
CLEAN ENGINE 1 Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 3 CHECK ENGINE OIL The engine crankcase oil should be checked every 5 hours of operation. Oil level MUST be maintained in safe operating range on dipstick at all times or engine damage will result (See Engine Manual). Park unit on a level surface. Refer to Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 2 CHANGE ENGINE OIL 1. Auger Gearcase - Cast Iron 2. Oil Fill and Drain Plug 3.
2 1 OS0642 OS7135 OS7140 OS7150 1 1 1 Grease Oil Figure 20 GB - 21
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. 1 SCRAPER BLADE IMPORTANT: Damage to auger/impeller housing will result if blade wears down too far. 2 Scraper blade is adjustable to compensate for wear. 2 To adjust scraper blade: 1. Tip unit back onto handlebar, support housing and loosen nuts retaining blade. 1. Auger 2. Shear Bolts 2. Adjust runners to fully raised position (housing closest to ground). 3.
1 REMOTE DIFFERENTIAL (926013, 014, 015, 016, 500, 501) 2 1 If remote differential does not lock: 1. Place unit in service position (see Service Position on page 19). 2 2. Remove bottom cover. 3. Loosen jam nuts on cable. Make sure the bottom jam nut is loosened enough to remove slack from cable. 3 4. Pull the cable adjuster to remove slack between the cable adjuster and the extension spring and hold the cable adjuster in position while tightening the top jam nut against the unit frame.
6. Tighten the bottom jam nut. 7. Re-install bottom cover. 8. Check function of remote wheel lock. If wheel lock does not function properly, take unit to Dealer for repairs. Tighten nut. Finger tighten top jam nut, then loosen top jam nut 1 – 3 turns. 3 1 2 No Slack 1 1. Adjusting Nuts 2. Cable Support Bracket 1. Top Jam Nut 2. Bottom Jam Nut 3. Cable Adjuster Figure 26 2 Figure 27 OS7175 OS7170 DISCHARGE CHUTE DEFLECTOR REMOTE Deflector must stay in selected position while throwing snow.
If chute does not rotate freely: 1 Tighten the cable by loosening the upper adjustment nut, and then tightening the lower adjustment nut against the bracket (Figure 29). 4 Loosen upper adjustment nut. 3 2 1. Shift Rod 2. Adjustment Pivot Pin 3. Speed Selector Lever 4. Hairpin Figure 30 Tighten lower adjustment nut.
1 2 3 3 4 6 1/2 -11/16 in. 5 (12.7-17.5 mm) 1. Engine Sheave 2. Attachment Drive Belt 3. Belt Finger 4. Attachment Belt Idler Figure 31 OS7185 OS7190 5. Attachment Pulley 6. Attachment Idler Adjustment Nut Figure 32 OS7195 2. Reposition the idler on the attachment belt idler arm to adjust the spring extension, if necessary. a. Remove belt cover and loosen idler adjustment nut. b. To increase spring extension, move idler closer to the engine sheave. c.
TRACTION DRIVE CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT 8. With the clutch disengaged, check that there is more than 1/32 in. (0.8 mm) clearance between friction disc and drive plate assembly. If drive slips, adjust traction clutch to compensate for friction disc wear. IMPORTANT: If spring length cannot be adjusted within specified range, see your Dealer for repairs. To adjust traction clutch: 1. Place speed selector in fastest forward speed. 2. Place unit in service position. 3.
Install new attachment drive belt: 1 1. Place new attachment belt onto attachment pulley. NOTE: Holding down the attachment clutch lever will make it easier to reconnect the housing and frame. 2. Tip housing and frame back together and secure with hex bolts. 3. Place belt onto engine sheave. 4. Reposition and secure belt fingers. 3 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.
FRICTION DISC REPLACEMENT BATTERY (926500, 501) 1. Place unit into service position. Charging 2. Remove bottom cover by removing six hex bolts. 1. Place unit on a level surface and shut off engine. 3. With axle locked, hold one wheel so friction disc will not rotate and remove three cap screws holding friction disc to carrier. 2. Disconnect negative (-) cable first, then positive (+) cable. 3. Loosen wing nut and remove battery. Place battery on bench or other well ventilated place. 4.
SERVICE PARTS STORAGE Order the following parts through your Dealer: Part No. WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. Description 00036800 Ariens Hi-Temp Grease (3, 3 oz.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Engine will not crank/start. Engine stops. PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION 1. Fuel tank is empty. 1. Fill fuel tank. 2. Fuel shut-off valve closed. 2. Open fuel shut-off valve. 3. Build up of dirt and residue around governor/carburetor. 3. Clean area around governor/carburetor. 4. Key Switch not in run position. 4. Put Key Switch into run position. 5. Ignition switch starter circuit not functioning. 5. Check for a bad starter or connections. 6.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Description Engine Power Max - HP (kW) 926001 926002 926003 926013 ST926LE ST11528LE ST1332LE ST8526DLE Tecumseh LH318SA Tecumseh OH318SA Tecumseh OH358SA Tecumseh LH318SA 9.0 (6.7) 11.5 (8.6) 13.0 (9.7) 8.5 (6.3) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min-1) 3600 ± 150 Displacement in. (cc) Electric Start 19.4 (318) 19.4 (318) 21.8 (358) 19.4 (318) 120V 120V 120V 120V Fuel See Engine Manual Tank Capacity qt (Liters) Snow Clearing Width - in. (cm) 4 (3.8) 4 (3.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Number Description Engine Power Max - HP (kW) 926014 926015 926016 926500 926501 ST9526DLE ST11528DLE ST11528DLE ST1332DLE ST1336DLE Briggs 20B4140122E1 Briggs 21C3140117E1 Tecumseh OH318SA Tecumseh OH358SA Tecumseh OH358SA 9.5 (7.0) 11.5 (8.6) 11.5 (8.6) 13.0 (9.7) 13.0 (9.7) Fast Idle Speed - RPM (min-1) Displacement in. (cc) Electric Start 3600 ± 150 18.64 (305) 20.85 (342) 19.4 (318) 21.8 (358) 21.
Ariens Limited Warranties 2-Year Limited Lawn and Garden Consumer Warranty Ariens Company (Ariens) warrants to the original purchaser that Ariens and Gravely brand consumer products manufactured by Ariens Company will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years after the date of purchase, and that Ariens will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and repair or replace any defective part, subject to the conditions, limitations and exclusions set forth herein.
Exceptions, Limitations, Exclusions These warranties are subject to the following conditions, limitations, and exclusions: To obtain warranty service, the following conditions must be met: The following items are excluded from this warranty: • The purchaser must perform the maintenance and minor adjustments explained in the owner’s manual. • Engines and engine accessories are covered only by the engine manufacturer’s warranty and are not covered by this warranty.
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