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

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

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

SYMBOL MEANING • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning, or caution. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs. • WARNING - READ OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read the Operator’s Manual(s) and follow all warnings and safety instructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and/or bystanders. • WEAR EYE, HEARING AND HARDHAT PROTECTION WARNING: Thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss. Wear eye protection meeting ANSI Z87.1-

Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log, branch, fence, or any other obstruction that could be hit while you are operating the saw. • Always cut with the engine running at full speed. Fully squeeze the throttle trigger and maintain a steady cutting speed. • Use only the correct original equipment manufacturer replacement bars, chains and other parts and accessories. These are available from your authorized service dealer. Use of any unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to seri

30). 4. Remove spark plug with spark plug socket wrench. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER TOOL. Do not sand blast, WARNING: scrape or clean electrodes. Grit in the engine could damage the cylinder. 5. Check electtrode gaps with wire feeler gauge and set gaps to .025” (.635mm) if necessary. 6. Reinstall a new spark plug. NOTE: A resistor spark plug must be used for replacement (part no. 9295-310502). NOTE: This spark ignition system meets all requirements of the Canadian Interferen-Causing Equipment Regulati

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