Ariens 920014 COMPACT 24 LE Manual Do Utilizador

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See Figure 10 and 11 for all Controls and 
Features locations.

When Attachment Clutch and then Traction 
Drive Clutch are engaged, the Attachment 
Clutch will remain engaged (lever down) if 
released. To stop attachment, release 
Traction Drive Clutch and both clutches will 
disengage.

Squeeze the Traction 
Drive Clutch Lever 
against the Handlebar (1) 
to engage wheel drive for 
propelling unit. Forward 
speed will vary according 
to snow depth and 
moisture content. 

Release lever (2) to stop 
movement.

When traveling to or from the area to 

be cleared, press down on the handlebars 
enough to raise the front of the unit slightly off 
the surface. Engage the traction drive clutch 
without engaging the attachment drive clutch.

Squeeze Attachment 
Clutch Lever against 
handlebar (1) to 
engage attachment. 
Release both clutch 
levers (2) to disengage 
power and apply brake 
to attachment.

If the belt squeals when the 

attachment clutch lever is engaged, the 
impeller may be frozen in the auger housing. 
Immediately release the attachment clutch 
lever and move the unit into a heated area to 
thaw.

If belt squeals when impeller turns 

freely, see Replace Attachment Drive Belt on 
page 25.

Key Switch has two positions:

1.  “Stop” - pulled out
2.  "Run" - pushed in

 DO NOT twist key after it is inserted.

Operate the ignition switch with 
the removable key. To start the 
engine, turn the key to Start. To 
stop the engine, turn the key to 
Off.

Pushing the primer bulb in adds fuel for 
easier engine start. Refer to Starting and Shut 
Off on page 18.

AVOID INJURY. Read 

and understand the entire Safety 
section before proceeding.

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.

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