Ariens Hydro Pro 32 Owners Manual - Page 13
OPERATION, Dual Handle Interlock, Traction Drive Clutch, Left Hand Lever, Attachment Clutch
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OPERATION WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. 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. CONTROLS AND FEATURES See CONTROLS and FEATURES on page 11 for all Controls and Features locations. Dual Handle Interlock 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. Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Lever Squeeze the Traction Drive Clutch Lever 2 against the Handlebar (1) to engage wheel drive for propelling unit. Forward speed will vary according to snow depth and moisture 1 content. Release lever (2) to OL2701 stop movement. NOTE: 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. Attachment Clutch - Right Hand Lever Squeeze Attachment 2 Clutch Lever against handlebar (1) to engage attachment. Release both clutch levers (2) to disengage power and apply brake 1 to attachment. IMPORTANT: If the belt squeals when the OL2691 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. NOTE: If belt squeals when impeller turns freely, see Attachment Clutch/Brake Adjustment on page 25. Ignition Switch (120VAC start)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. Primer Bulb Pushing the primer bulb in adds fuel for easier engine start. Refer to Starting and Shut Off on page 18. OS7320 Speed Selector 2 Position the Speed Selector in the appropriate position to control forward and reverse travel. Forward: (2) Fastest 1 (1) Slowest Neutral OS1196 1 Reverse: (1) Slowest 2 (2) Fastest EN - 13