Ariens Deluxe 28 Owners Manual - Page 20

Skid Shoes The skid shoes control the distance between the scraper blade and the ground. Adjust skid shoes equally to keep blade level with the ground. Refer to Pre-Start on page 21 for recommended settings. Track Angle (921023) (Figure 23) The track angle can be adjusted to position the auger housing for level clearing, deep cutting or transport. Squeeze the handlebar trigger and press down on the handlebars to move the auger housing into an up position. Release the trigger to hold the position. Squeeze the handlebar trigger and lift up on the handlebars to move the auger housing into a down position. Release the trigger to hold the position. Normal Transport Deep Cutting Figure 23 FILLING FUEL TANK WARNING: AVOID INJURY. Read and understand the entire Safety section before proceeding. GASOLINE IMPORTANT: ALWAYS use gasoline that meets the following guidelines: • Clean, fresh gasoline. • A minimum of 87 octane/87 AKI (91 RON). High altitude use may require a different octane. Consult your engine manual. • Gasoline with up to 10% ethanol (gasohol) or up to 10% MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) is acceptable. • Use of any gasoline other than those approved above will void the engine warranty. If the pumps are not marked for the content of alcohol or ethers, check ethanol and MTBE levels with the fuel supplier. • Do not modify the fuel system to use different fuels. • Never mix oil and gasoline. NOTICE: All gasoline is not the same. If the engine experiences starting or performance problems after using a new gasoline, switch to a different fuel provider or fuel brand. IMPORTANT: Excessively oxygenated or reformulated fuels (fuels blended with alcohols or ethers) can damage the fuel system or cause performance problems. If any undesirable operating problems occur, use a gasoline with a lower percentage of alcohol or ether. Add Fuel Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage Life IMPORTANT: Fuel stabilizer is recommended for extended storage (see Fuel System on page 35). Add Fuel to Fuel Tank 1. ALWAYS place unit in open or wellventilated area. 2. Stop engine and allow to cool. 3. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent dirt from entering Fuel Tank. 4. Remove fuel cap. IMPORTANT: Refer to Engine Manual for correct type and grade of fuel. 5. Fill fuel tank to the bottom of filler neck. See SPECIFICATIONS on page 37 for fuel tank capacity. EN - 20