Ariens Hydro Pro Track 28 Owners Manual - Page 19

8. Grasp starter handle and pull rope out slowly until it pulls harder. Let rope rewind slowly. 9. Pull rope with a rapid continuous full arm stroke. Let rope rewind slowly. IMPORTANT: DO NOT let Starter Handle snap against Starter. 10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 until engine starts. (If engine does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 31.) 11. Adjust choke as needed. 12. Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for adaptation to outside temperature or travel. Set throttle to Fast position for normal operation. Electric Start (120V) 1. Connect extension cord to starter. IMPORTANT: Prevent damage to unit. Know voltage of your starter and only use matching outlets. 2. Plug extension cord into 120V 3-wire, grounded outlet. IMPORTANT: Use an extension cord that is capable of handling current requirements. See your Ariens dealer for recommended extension cord. 3. Turn discharge chute straight ahead. 4. Make sure that the traction clutch and attachment drive clutch levers are fully disengaged. 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. 6. Insert key into ignition switch and turn to "Run" position. 7. If engine is cold, apply choke. A warm engine requires less choking than a cold engine. See Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 8. Set throttle to proper starting position. 9. Turn on engine shut-off switch ("ON"). 10. Press starter button on engine until engine starts. IMPORTANT: DO NOT operate starter more than 15 seconds per minute, as overheating and damage can occur. (If engine does not start, refer to TROUBLESHOOTING on page 31.) 11. Adjust choke as needed. 12. Disconnect power cord from outlet, then starter. 13. Set throttle to Part Throttle or Slow position for adaptation to outside temperature or travel. Set throttle to Fast position for normal operation. Shut Off 1. Release Traction Drive Clutch Lever and allow unit to come to a complete stop. 2. Run Impeller a few minutes after use to prevent freeze-up of Impeller. 3. Release Attachment Clutch Lever and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. 4. Move Throttle to the "Slow" position. 5. Turn off engine shut-off switch ("OFF"). 6. Remove key. SNOW REMOVAL IMPORTANT: Allow unit and engine to adjust to the outdoor temperature before clearing snow. NOTE: Attachment clutch should be engaged before wheel drive clutch when throwing snow. 1. Select Speed Control position and direction. 2. Engage Attachment Clutch - Right Hand Lever. 3. Engage Traction Drive Clutch - Left Hand Lever. IMPORTANT: DO NOT overload unit capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate. Use slow speed to clear deep or hard packed snow. Tips for Operation Snow is best removed as soon as possible after snow fall. To clear an area, run unit in an overlapping series of paths. For large areas, start in the middle and throw snow to each side, so snow is not cleared more than once. ALWAYS direct snow away from area to be cleared and with direction of the wind. TRAVELING To travel from one work area to another: 1. Set Throttle to Slow or Part-Throttle position. 2. 926053, 054, 055: Press down on handlebars enough to raise front of unit slightly off surface. 926056: Place the unit in the transport position (see Track Angle on page 16). 3. Engage wheel or track drive clutch without engaging attachment drive clutch. TRANSPORT ALWAYS shut off engine, remove key, and close fuel shut-off valve when transporting unit on a truck or trailer. Use extra care when loading or unloading unit onto trailer or truck. Secure unit chassis to transport vehicle. NEVER secure from rods or linkages that could be damaged. DO NOT transport machine while engine is running. EN - 19