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03801


Joined: Dec 18, 2008
Points: 3

ariens 1130 DLE
Original Message   Dec 18, 2008 11:33 pm
I'm taking delivery of a new ariens 1130 DLE tomorrow that I purchased from a local dealer in Portsmouth, NH.

Long story short, I bought a used 8hp craftsman from an upstate snow thrower repairman for $175 which I thought was an incredible deal. We had about 1 1/2 inches drop last week, and sure enough with only 4 passes on the driveway, the engine blew. Luckily the guy was a man of honor and gave me my money back.

Have been looking at Sears and Home Depot for a few months now, so up to speed on the prices. And the local dealer was a bit higher in price, but actually knew all the ins and outs of the machines, including some maintenance tips. So that value add, plus the good feeling of supporting a local business, I decided to buy at the local dealer.

Plus, I also bought a Cub Cadet lawnmower with electric start from HD last summer and it had problems from day 1. So the local authorized CC dealer I took it to for repairs was also the guy I bought the new ariens from. Another long story short, the CC never worked as advertised and the authorized dealer suggested I take it back to HD, which I did to exchange for a Toro.

Anyway, I've read the new owners manual on the ariens already and can't wait until it comes tomorrow. We are looking forward to snow 5 out of the next 7 days.

Aside from changing the oil after the first 2 hours of use, can anyone offer any good maintenance tips? I've already stocked up on Pam cooking spray as I've read that it really helps in keeping clogs from building up.

Any advice is appreciated.
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snowking63


Joined: Dec 20, 2008
Points: 9

Re: ariens 1130 DLE
Reply #15   Dec 21, 2008 1:08 pm

Before I bring it to be fixed just wondering are the augers supposed to be facing outwards or in wards on the ariens 1130dle. (Just so I don’t look like an idiot)

wboro


Joined: Dec 21, 2008
Points: 3

Re: ariens 1130 DLE
Reply #16   Dec 21, 2008 1:12 pm
After fresh gasoline and regular oil changes, a snowthrower's best friend is WD40. Recommend given all the surfaces and controls a liberal coating including all the surfaces snow and ice will touch. Good luck with the new machine.

Wboro
pvrp


Joined: Nov 14, 2008
Points: 151

Re: ariens 1130 DLE
Reply #17   Dec 21, 2008 4:28 pm
GaryBy wrote:
Also, is it really safe to put the snow blower into the service position with gas in the tank (even with the valve closed and the carb run dry)?

I take the gas tank off before putting the machine in service position.  It's only a couple of
screws and a clip on the gas line (at least on my machine).  I guess if the tank isn't full
you could get away with leaving it on.

Paul
snowking63


Joined: Dec 20, 2008
Points: 9

Re: ariens 1130 DLE
Reply #18   Jan 3, 2009 4:16 pm
just wanted to let all of you know that a brought the snow blower back to the dealer ship, and sure engough the augers were on backwards so next snow storm the machine performed way above what i thought it would
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