Product Category:
Residential and light-duty commercial snow removal equipment
Differentiation:
Focuses on specific Ariens 932 Series Sno-Thro models, providing detailed, technical repair information for DIY users and technicians.
Manual Benefits:
Enables complex repairs, provides detailed specifications, supports adjustments and teardowns, offers immediate access via digital download.
Target Audience:
DIY homeowners, small engine mechanics, Ariens service centers.
Models Covered:
ST5+2, ST524, ST524S, ST524CE, ST724, ST824
Model Numbers Covered:
932025, 932026, 932027, 932029, 932030, 932031, 932032, 932033, 932034, 932300, 932301, 932302, 932303, 932304, 932305, 932306, 932307
Type:
Comprehensive Repair and Service Manual
Engine Coverage:
Excludes engine repair (engine manuals sold separately)
Accessibility:
Downloadable, Zoomable, Printable, Savable
Primary Systems:
Handlebars & Controls, Reduction Drive, Friction Wheel Drive, Auger / Impeller, Gear Case
Maintenance And Adjustments:
General Maintenance & Adjustments
Safety:
Safety Procedures and Guidelines
Specifications:
Detailed Technical Specifications
Chute And Deflector:
While not explicitly listed in the index, a comprehensive manual typically includes procedures for chute rotation, deflector adjustment, and repair.
Repair Scope:
Complex repairs on the entire machine (excluding engines)
Service Tasks:
Teardowns, Repairs, Adjustments
Part Replacement:
Detailed instructions for replacing worn or damaged components like auger shear pins, drive belts, and impeller blades.
Diagnostic Level:
Advanced diagnostic and troubleshooting information
Detail Level:
Highly technical manual with great detail
Diagrams And Illustrations:
The manual's description highlights detailed pictures, indicating the presence of assembly diagrams and exploded views crucial for repairs.
Bookmarking:
All sections are bookmarked for fast and easy navigation
Reader Compatibility:
Adobe Acrobat Reader (most computers have it pre-installed; free download available from Adobe)
Image Quality:
Very clear and clean pages with great detail in pictures
Print Utility:
Printable in sections or whole document, allowing users to print only needed pages
Physical Format Comparison:
Digital equivalent to original paper manual (no physical binder required)
Digital Paper Analogy:
Digital pages are clear and clean, offering superior clarity and zoom capabilities compared to printed paper
Engine Type Coverage:
Manual covers the snow thrower's drive systems and components, but engine repair is explicitly excluded and requires separate manuals.
Engine Horsepowers Typical:
Models in this series typically range from 5 to 8 HP, depending on the specific model (e.g., ST5+2, ST724, ST824).
Fuel Type Typical:
Gasoline (for the engine, not covered in detail within this manual).
Drive System:
Features a reduction drive and a friction wheel drive for the auger and impeller engagement.
Gear Case:
Detailed information on the gear case operation and maintenance is included.
Auger Drive:
Specific procedures for auger assembly and repair are covered.
Impeller Drive:
Information on the impeller and its drive mechanism is provided.
Auger Width Typical:
Commonly 24 inches (e.g., ST524, ST724) and 28 inches (e.g., ST824).
Clearing Width Coverage:
Manual covers machines with clearing widths of 24" and 28".
Machine Weight Range:
Approximate weight for models in this series typically ranges from 150 to 200 lbs, depending on engine size and features.
N A:
N/A (This is a mechanical service manual for a snowblower, not a vehicle with infotainment systems).
N A:
N/A (This is a mechanical service manual for a snowblower, not a vehicle with driver assistance features).
N A:
N/A (This is a mechanical service manual for a snowblower, not a vehicle with connectivity features).
General Maintenance:
Manual includes 'General Maintenance & Adjustments' section detailing regular service requirements.
Gear Lube:
While specific fluid part numbers aren't listed in the provided summary, the 'Gear Case' section would typically detail appropriate gear oil specifications (e.g., SAE 80W-90 GL-5).
Friction Wheel Lube:
Likely covers lubrication points for the friction wheel mechanism, specifying lubricant type.
Common Wear Points:
Manual's detailed coverage of auger, impeller, and drive systems implies guidance on common wear items like shear pins, friction disk, and gearbox components.
Diagnostic Procedures:
Provides technical information essential for troubleshooting common snowblower issues.
Founding Principles:
Ariens Company founded on principles of durability, innovation, and customer commitment, starting with rotary tillers and expanding into outdoor power equipment.
Sno Thro Introduction:
Ariens entered the snow thrower market in 1960, driven by distributor requests, with the Sno-Thro becoming a signature product line.
Manufacturing Focus:
This manual covers models within the 932 Series, which were key to Ariens' success in the snow removal market.
