ARIENS 13 hp 1336,#924506.
This snowblower has electric shute, electric key start, (has a battery about as large as a lawn tractor.)
Also has heated handles.
This snowblower was bought new from Home Depot. Paid 2499. It was outside on display.
They couldn't find the owners manual that usually comes with it when we bought it.
We've had problems with this from day one.
The electric motor that turns the shute, was not sealed properly, filled up with water, from the melting snow, and seized the
motor. The machine would not move under it's own power. The adjustment was made so it now moves, but it will
not throw snow more than 6 inches, which clogs the shute. If I tip it back and let it go, it shakes the snow loose and the
snow starts to move. I watch the Auger shaft on the side of the machine. It turns very slowly at first, then picks up speed.
I don't know what kind of grease to use on the fittings. Is there more than one kind for outdoor equipment?
Is there anyone out there that has this manual. I have tried the Ariens site, it says the manual is not available. This
is the third winter I have had this machine. It's not that old. I can find more on other sites, like a schematic for parts, but
not the actual manual.
I am new to mechanics. I did take the cover off. The auger belt didn't appear to be bad. appeared like soot, from a belt rubbing.
No glazing on the belt. I tried to adjust the adjuster both ways with no luck. There is almost no pressure on the belt when I squeeze the handle. The other way there is no contact with the belt at all.
This explains why the snow doesn't move??
ej in NH
What can anyone tell me.
Does anyone know of a place where I can get a manual for this machine??
