Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) Discussions

I just purchased a new Ariens 921022  and should be receiving it in about a week or so.  Aside from adding fuel/oil is there anything I should do or needs to be done in order to get this snow thrower Winter/snow ready?
It's replacing a 16 year old, 5HP MTD on its last leg, I can't wait to see the difference in performance/power.

Thanks for any help/tips

Yo Orange:

I like your skids.  I made a set using 3/8"  X 1" wide X 6" long flat bar with flat side down.  Works alright on snow covered pavement but  if you have dry patches of  pavement and the skid catches it , it will pull significantly to the dry side.  The footprint is too large.  Your set up is the way to go.