Mask 938400-522 User manual

Owner/Operator Manual
Model
938400 - 522
Snow Thrower
03812600 6/01
Printed in USA
Transfer
model &
serial number
label from
product
registration
here.
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modèle et du numéro de
série dans cet encadré.
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del modelo y número de
serie del registro del
producto.
U.S. Patents
5758436 and 5966846
ENGLISH
FRANÇAIS
ESPAÑOL

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CONTROLS AND FEATURES
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The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING

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ENGLISH
1. Auger Clutch Bail
2. Recoil Starter Handle
3. Handlebar Knob
4. Chute Deflector Handle
5. Exhaust
6. Discharge Chute
Deflector
7. Discharge Chute
8. Auger Housing
9. Auger
10. Scraper Blade
11. Discharge Chute
Rotation Handle
12. Fuel Tank and Cap
13. Cowl
14. Auger Control Cable
15. Upper Handlebar
16. Lower Handlebar
17. J - Bolt
18. Primer Bulb
19. Ignition Switch
20. Fuel Level Indicator
21. Starter Button
22. Power Cord
23. Choke Control Knob
FRANÇAIS
1. Commande d'embrayage
de la turbine
2. Poignée du démarreur à
cordon
3. Bouton du guidon
4. Poignée du déflecteur de
la goulotte
5. Échappement
6. Déflecteur de la goulotte
de décharge
7. Goulotte d'évacuation
8. Carter de la turbine
9. Rotor
10. Lame racleuse
11. Poignée de rotation de la
goulotte d'évacuation
12. Réservoir de carburant et
bouchon
13. Garant
14. Câble de commande du
rotor
15. Guidon supérieur
16. Guidon inférieur
17. Vis en J
18. Poire d'amorçage
19. Commande d'allumage
20. Indicateur de niveau de
carburant
21. Bouton du démarreur
22. Cordon d'alimentation
23. Bouton du starter
ESPAÑOL
1. Asa del embrague del
sinfín
2. Manilla de retroceso del
arranque
3. Perilla del manillar
4. Asa del deflector de la
tolva
5. Escape
6. Deflector de la tolva de
descarga
7. Tolva de descarga
8. Alojamiento del sinfín
9. Sinfín
10. Cuchilla raspadora
11. Asa de rotación de la
tolva de descarga
12. Depósito del combustible
y tapón
13. Cubierta
14. Cable de control del
sinfín
15. Manillar superior
16. Manillar inferior
17. Perno en J
18. Botón del cebador
19. Interruptor de encendido
20. Indicador del nivel de
combustible
21. Botón del motor de
arranque
22. Cable de alimentación
23. Perilla de control del
estrangulador

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Controls and Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . 18
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
THE MANUAL
Before operation of unit, carefully and
completely read your manuals. The contents
will provide you with an understanding of
safety instructions and controls during normal
operation and maintenance.
All reference to left, right, front, or rear are
given from operator standing in operation
position and facing the direction of forward
travel.
MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS
When ordering
replacement parts or
making service
inquiries, know the
Model and Serial
numbers of your unit
and engine.
Numbers are located
on the product
registration form in the
unit literature
package. They are printed on a serial number
label, located on the frame of your unit.
•Record Unit Model and Serial numbers here.
•Record Engine Model and Serial numbers
here.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
A warranty registration card must be filled out,
signed, and returned at time of purchase. This
card activates the warranty. Claims meeting
requirements during limited warranty period
will be honored.
UNAUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT
PARTS
Use only Ariens replacement parts. The
replacement of any part on this vehicle with
anything other than an Ariens authorized
replacement part may adversely affect the
performance, durability, or safety of this unit
and may void the warranty. Ariens disclaims
liability for any claims or damages, whether
warranty, property damage, personal injury or
death arising out of the use of unauthorized
replacement parts.
DISCLAIMER
Ariens reserves the right to discontinue, make
changes to, and add improvements upon its
products at any time without public notice or
obligation.The descriptions and specifications
contained in this manual were in effect at
printing. Equipment described within this
manual may be optional. Some illustrations
may not be applicable to your unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION
Transfer
model & serial
number label
from product
registration
here.
Serial
Number
Label
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© Copyright 2001 Ariens Company

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DELIVERY
Customer Note: If you have purchased this
product without complete assembly and
instruction by your retailer, it is your
responsibility to:
•Read and understand all assembly
instructions in this manual.
If you do not understand or have difficulty
following the instructions, contact your nearest
Ariens Dealer for assistance. To locate your
nearest Ariens Dealer, call 1-866-622-5633.
•Do not operate the snow thrower
unless
all controls function as described in this
manual.
Before attempting to operate your snow
thrower:
1. Make sure all assembly has been
properly completed.
2. Understand all Safety Precautions
provided in the manuals.
3. Review control functions and operation of
the unit.
4. Review recommended lubrication,
maintenance and adjustments.
5. Review Limited Warranty Policy.
6. Fill out Original Purchaser Registration
Card and return the card to Ariens
Company.
WARNING: Improper assembly
or adjustments can cause
serious injury.