Questions and Answers for Ariens Compact 24 in. Two-Stage Electric Start Gas Snow Blower-DISCONTINUED

A:  you need to contact Briggs and Straton and ask that

A:  Engines may be purchased through a local Ariens dealer. Please go to www.ariens.com and click on Where to Buy.

A:  I checked mine to be sure, but there is no adjustment for the handlebars. They are bolted in a fixed position.

A:  The handlebars are not adjustable. They are set to the average the OPEI sets.

A:  I don't know I took the 24" back and got the 28".but I don't think there is a height adjustment.

A:  No, handlebars not adjustable.

A:  no they are fixed

A:  I am five feet ten inches tall. The handle is at the right height for me. If you are 5' 3" or shorter, it may be too high for you. If you are over six feet tall, the handle will be just fine. You want to make sure you are able to walk normally behind the blower and have good posture or you will certainly be sore and have regrets. I have not found the handle to be adjustable.

A:  No, the handlebars are not adjustable.

A:  Absolutely. I have used it and it is easy to handle, gets the job done and I wasn't tired when finished.

A:  Suggest that you test the machine and make the decision. The model 920014 weighs 212 lbs.

A:  It all depends on how agile you are. I would look at the snow blower in person to see if you can handle this type of product. I ordered mine on-line and I wished I would of went into the store to look at it first. It was overwhelming for me. I am 71 (young at heart), 5' 4" tall, medium built and thought I could handle it. I am returning the snow blower, with no problem, back to Home Depot. pm11

A:  Yes. Depending on your size, I would leave the the speed at 1 or 2. I am a larger woman (5'8" ~200lbs) with a permanent arm injury and I am able to move it just fine.

A:  HOme Depot needs to answer this.

A:  The height of the handlebar is approximately 50". The handlebars are not adjustable.

A:  I just bought the 624e and am 1.91M or 6'3". Bar Height is okay and consistent with other snowblowers, but i did find the 624e Compact very narrow compared to other machines.

A:  It runs on straight gas with a separate place for the oil.

A:  Straight gas. The oil goes into a separate holding area.

A:  straight gas

A:  Runs on straight gas

A:  Straight Gas

A:  Always use fresh, clean, regular unleaded gas with a minimum of 87 octane. Also add fuel stabilizer. Also refer to your engine manuals suggestions.

A:  The compact 24in. does not have heated handle grips.

A:  Yes, and depending on the serial number of your machine here are the Ariens part numbers serial numbers 000101-034999 part 72000700 and serial numbers 035000 and up the part number is 72101400.

A:  NO

A:  No. Hand grips are not heated.

A:  Heated hand grips are an option for the compact 24 920014 and 920021 models. You will need to order them through an Ariens dealer. I ordered them for my unit and they work great. Not very difficult to install.

A:  This model does not have a differential lock. It is a straight axle model that uses an axle lock pin to secure the wheels to the axle.

A:  This model does not have a differential lock. It is a straight axle model that uses and axle lock pin to secure wheels to the axle.

A:  I've noticed that, too. I don't think it's a problem; just a quirk in the machine. Maybe it's Ariens' way of making sure the operator is awake & alert. :D)

A:  Once the unit has been run 15 - 20 minutes it is recommended to adjust the idler pulley to add the proper tension to the attachment belt. You may still hear a thump when disengaging the belt that is normal for this unit. As the sno-thro is used this noise will lessen.

A:  Sno-thro will not pick up snow that has been driven on and packed down it will ride over it. Both wheels on this model need to be pinned to the axle for maximum drive.

A:  I dont think ANY snow thrower is ideal in all weather types and gradients. I bought this one because it is perfect for us. It does the job, not so well in WET snow really well in light fluffy snow. Show me one that does do well in wet snow.... we have an embankment that it does fine with. If you are having trouble getting it to go forward over a bump or whatever turn it around and try backwards, you may find that works as i did.