How do you maintain an Ariens snowblower?
Apply lubricant to the gears, shafts and chains. Remove the wheels and lubricate the axle. Pump grease into the zerks on the auger shaft and rotate the augers by hand….How to Maintain Your Snow Blower
- Double-check that all nuts, bolts and screws are intact and tight.
- Check the tire pressures.
- Check the engine oil level.
How many quarts of oil does a Ariens snowblower take?
*For the AX99 cc engine use 0W-30/40 engine oil if temperatures are below -13 degrees. Note: Snow engines do not have an oil filter, air filter….What kind and how much oil goes in my Sno-Thro engine?
| Engine Displacement | Oil Capacity (fl. oz) |
|---|---|
| 208cc | 19 |
| 250cc | 19 |
| 305cc | 27 |
| 342cc | 27 |
How often should you change spark plug in a snowblower?
Spark plugs need to be replaced once per season, or after 100 hours of use. It’s a good idea to clean your spark plug every 20-30 hours of use and check its gap. This way it stays clean, and if it needs to be changed sooner, you’ll know.
How long should a snow blower last?
A quality brand name snow blower from Ariens, Honda, or Toro should last you at least 10 years. If you care for it properly, I see no reason why you can’t get 20-30 years of good use out of it. Lower end snow blowers have lifespans that top out at 10 years.
Why does snow blower keep getting clogged?
Clogs can also be caused if the machine is not moving forward fast enough. The slower the machine moves, the slower the snow moves through it. And slow-moving snow is more likely to stick to surfaces. One way to prevent snow clogs in your snow blower is to use a non-stick snow blower spray.
Do Ariens snow blowers have oil filters?
Generally, snow blower engines, including those on an Ariens snow blower, do not have engine oil filters. Not an issue for a machine that is used less frequently than a lawn mower engine or a car, but that’s all the more reason to regularly flush the contaminates from your oil system with an oil change.