Toro 38086 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3322-814

824

XL Power Throw

Snowthrower

Model No. 38086—200000001 and Up

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Operator’s Manual

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The T

oro Company

, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111 L

yndale A

ve S, Bloomington, MN 55420–1

196

Domestic English (EN)

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Contents

Page

Introduction 2. Safety 3

General Snowthrower Safety3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

oro Snowthrower Safety4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety Decals and Instructions6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Assembly 7

Loose Parts7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Handles7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Speed Selector Rod8. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the T Installing the Auger/Impeller Drive Control

Linkage 9 Installing the Dischar

Installing the Chute Control Gear10. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the T

Installing the Skids11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Auger Gear Box Oil12. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Before Starting12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filling the Engine with Oil12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filling the Fuel T

Operation 14

Operating Controls14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting and Stopping the Engine15. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Freewheeling or Self–propelled Drive17. . . . . . . . . .

Snowthrowing T

Maintenance 18

Recommended Maintenance Schedule18. . . . . . . . .

Checking the Engine Oil Level19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Changing the Engine Oil19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Checking the Auger Gear Box Oil19. . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the T Replacing the T

Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Drive Belt21. . . . . . . .

Replacing the Auger/Impeller Drive Belt21. . . . . . .

Adjusting the Scraper and Skids23. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Speed Selector23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Lubricating the Snowthrower24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Spark Plug24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emptying the Fuel T

Storage 25

Preparing the Fuel System25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Engine25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Snowthrower25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Accessories 25 Warranty

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raction Rod9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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ge Chute10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ire Pressure11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ank with Gasoline12. . . . . . . . . . . .

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ips 17

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raction Drive20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

raction Drive Belt20. . . . . . . . . . . . .

ank 25

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WARNING

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Introduction

Thank you for choosing a T be completely satisfied with your new purchase.

Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although T products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely

Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory for help with service, genuine T additional information, have the model number and the serial number of your product handy model number and serial number decal on the product as illustrated in Figure 1.

1. Model

Write space below:

This safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury and even death. DANGER, W CAUTION are words used to identify the level of hazard.

number and serial number decal

the product model number and serial number in the

Model

No.

Serial No.

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oro Company

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Printed in USA

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DANGER

serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

WARNING

or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

CAUTION

moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

This manual uses two other words to highlight information. mechanical information and information worthy of special attention.

signals an extreme hazard that will cause

signals a hazard that may cause serious injury

signals a hazard that may cause minor or

Important

calls attention to special

Note

emphasizes general

Safety

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Preparation

•

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

•

Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine.

•

Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter garments. W improve footing on slippery surfaces.

•

Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

•

Use an approved fuel container Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.

•

Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.

•

Replace gasoline caps securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

Use only the power cord supplied with the

•

snowthrower and a receptacle appropriate for use with the cord for electric starting motors.

•

Adjust the collector (auger) housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface. (This is not necessary on single-stage snowthrowers).

•

Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specifically recommended by manufacturer (T

Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures

•

before starting to clear snow

ear footwear which will

oro).

General

The

following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.3—1995 and ISO standard 8437:1989. Information or terminology specific to T snowthrowers is enclosed in parenthesis.

Snowthrower Safety

Training

•

Read the operator’s manual carefully familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly

Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never

•

allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,

•

particularly small children and pets.

•

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse.

. Be thoroughly

oro

The operation of any powered machine can result in

•

foreign objects being thrown into the eyes. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair

Operation

•

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the dischar

•

Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traf

After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove

•

the wire from the spark plug, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snowthrower

If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally

•

engine and check immediately for the cause. V is generally a warning of trouble.

ge opening at all times.

fic.

, stop the

ibration

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•

Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collector (auger)/impeller housing or dischar and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

ge guide (chute),

•

Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, etc. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.

When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain

•

the collector/impeller (auger/impeller or rotor blades) and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark-plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. Disconnect the cable on electric motors.

•

Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting it and for moving the snowthrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise

•

extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes.

•

Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards. plates or other safety protective devices in place.

•

Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop-of proper adjustment of the snow dischar children and pets away

Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to

•

clear snow at too fast a rate.

•

Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when moving in reverse.

•

Never direct dischar in front of the unit.

•

Disengage power to the collector/impeller (auger/impeller or rotor blades) when snowthrower is transported or not in use.

•

Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of snowthrower (T weights, counterweights, cabs, etc. (Refer to your Authorized Service Dealer for accessories available for your snowthrower

Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility

•

or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. W

ge at bystanders or allow anyone

alk; never run.

fs, etc. without

ge angle. Keep

oro), such as wheel

Always refer to this operator’s manual for important

•

details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an extended period.

•

Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.

Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to

•

prevent freeze-up of the collector (auger)/impeller

ith the engine running, pull the recoil starter handle

(W several times.)

Toro

The T know that is not included in the ANSI or ISO standards.

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• Before

•

Snowthrower Safety

following list contains safety information specific to

oro products or other safety information that you must

The r

otating impeller/auger or r

off or injur

handles and away from the dischar operating the snowthrower

feet, and any other part of your body or clothing away fr

Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, and inspecting the snowthrower, and before unclogging the dischar chute,

all moving parts to stop

the spark plug and keep it away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine.

Use a stick, from the dischar

handles, stop the engine, remove the key all moving parts to stop.

Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could possibly get caught in moving parts.

If a shield, safely device, or decal is damaged, illegible, or lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation. Also, tighten any loose fasteners.

Do not

e fingers or hands.

. Keep your face hands,

om concealed, moving, or r

stop the engine, r

not your hands

ge chute.

leaving the operator’s position behind the

smoke while handling gasoline.

emove the key

. Also, pull the wire of

otor blades can cut

Stay behind the

ge opening while

otating parts.

, and wait for

to remove obstructions

, and wait for

f of

Maintenance and storage

• Check

all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

•

For two-stage snowthrowers, use the lower gear and, if applicable, shift into the rear wheel position when operating on slopes.

•

Do not

use the snowthrower on a roof.

•

Do not touch the engine while it is running or soon after it is stopped because the engine will be hot enough to cause a burn. Do not add oil or check the oil level in the crankcase when the engine is running.

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•

Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. Before performing any maintenance, service, or adjustment, stop the engine, remove the key and pull the wire from the spark plug, keeping it away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine. If major repairs are ever needed, contact your Authorized Toro Service Dealer

Do not over speed the engine by changing the

•

governor settings.

•

When storing the snowthrower for more than 30 days, drain the gasoline from the fuel tank to prevent a potential hazard. Store gasoline in a safety approved, red metal container switch before storing the snowthrower

o ensure the best performance and safety

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only genuine T to keep the T

eplacement parts and accessories as they could

cause a safety hazard.

. Remove the key from the ignition

, purchase

oro replacement parts and accessories

oro all T

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Do not use “W

ill Fit”

Before Operating

Read and understand the contents of this manual before operating the snowthrower. Become familiar with all controls and know how to stop the engine quickly.

Operator's

Position

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Caution: Improper use may result in loss of fingers, hands, or feet.

There is a highĆspeed

impeller within two inche

of the opening.

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The lowĆspeed auger has a moving pinch point close to the opening.

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Safety

Safety any decal that is damaged or lost. Decals with T Company

Decals and Instructions

decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger

. Decals with T

On Auger Housing

oro Part No. 53-7670)

oro part numbers must be obtained from the T

ecumseh part numbers must be obtained from T

Control Panel

oro Part No. 99-3214)

Next to Primer

ecumseh Part No. 36501)

oro Company

ecumseh Products

. Replace

On Discharge Chute

oro Part No. 94-8079)

On Engine

ecumseh Part No. 371

19)

On Control Panel

oro Part No. 93-8034)

ecumseh Part No. 35077)

On Engine

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Assembly

Note:

Determine left and right sides of snowthrower by standing in the normal operating position.

Loose

Handles Capscrews Curved

Speed selector rod Cotter pin Flat W

Flange locknut Compression spring

Lower link Flange locknut Flange nuts

Discharge chute Plastic chute retainers Chute retainer plates Screws Locknuts

Parts

washers

asher

Part Qty Use

2 4 4

1 1 1

1 1

1 1 1

1 3 3 3 3

Installing the handles

Installing the speed selector rod

Installing the traction rod

Installing the auger/impellor drive control linkage

Installing the discharge chute

Worm gear Bracket Carriage screw Flat washer Locknut

Skids Flange head screw3/4 in. (1.9 cm) Flat washers and locknuts

Key 1

Specifications

Installing

1. Cut

handle. Remove the axle pins from both wheels (Fig. 2) and

slide the wheels outward on the axle approximately one inch (2.5 cm).

and design are subject to change without notice.

the Handles

the tie straps that secure the control rods to the

1 1 1 1 1

2 2 2

Installing the chute control gear

Installing the skids

Starting and stopping the engine

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1. Handle

2. Capscrews washers

and curved

Figure

653

Axle pin

Position the right handle against the right side of the snowthrower

, align the handle mount holes with the

holes in the side plate.

Secure the right handle with two capscrews and curved washers until they are finger tight.

Level the handles and torque the curved washers to 200 in–lb (2250 Ncm). If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten until snug.

Slide the wheels inward and install the axle pin through the holes in the wheel hub and through the

inner

hole of the axle (Fig. 5).

3. Position

the left handle and insert the traction rod

through the loop in the lower traction rod (Fig. 3).

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1. Traction

rod

IMPORTANT: Ensure

Figure

Lower traction rod

that the chute contr

ol r assembly is between the engine and the traction r (Fig. 4).

473

Figure

1. Axle

Outer axle hole

Note: If

the snowthrower comes with optional tire chains,

install the axle pin through the

Installing

the Speed Selector

Inner axle hole and wheel hub

outer

axle holes.

Rod

1. Pull

the speed selector arm (Fig. 6) to the most

outward position.

Move the speed selector (Fig. 18) on the control panel to the R2 (reverse) position.

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1. Chute

2. T

control rod

raction rod

4. Position

Figure

the left handle against the side of the

3. Engine

Side plate

snowthrower and align the handle mount holes with holes in the side plate (Fig. 4).

Secure the left handle with two capscrews and curved washers until they are finger tight (Fig. 2).

Note: The

concave side of the curved washer goes against

the outside of the handle.

Flat washer and cotter pin

1. Speed

3. Rotate

selector arm

Speed selector rod

the speed selector rod in the trunnion (Fig. 7)

Figure

until the bottom end of the rod can slip into the hole in the speed selector arm (Fig. 6).

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1. Speed

4. Install

Figure

selector rod

the speed selector rod into the selector arm, add

2. Trunnion

one flat washer on the rod and secure it with a cotter pin (Fig. 6).

Note: If

speed selector will not move into fifth gear or does not meet your speed requirements, adjust the speed selector

Installing

1. Slide

. Refer to

Adjusting the Speed Selector

the T

raction Rod

on page 23.

the spring onto the bottom of the traction control

rod (Fig. 8).

Figure

1. Traction

2. Handgrip

4. Move

control lever

Approximately 5 inches (12.7 cm)

the speed selector (Fig. 18) into fifth gear

Slowly pull the snowthrower backward while slowly

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Three to four inches (7.6 to 10.2 cm)

depressing the traction control lever toward the handle. The adjustment is correct when the wheels stop rolling

backward and the distance between the top of the handgrip and the bottom of the traction control lever (Fig. 9) is three to four inches (7.6 to 10.2 cm)

Adjust the flange locknut, if necessary, to obtain this dimension.

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Flange locknut

1. Traction

2. Spring

2. Thread

Figure

control rod

a flange locknut (flange side up) onto the bottom of the traction control rod below the spring (Fig. 8).

Adjust the flange locknut up or down on the traction control rod until the distance between the top of the handgrip and the bottom of the traction control lever (Fig. 9) is approximately five inches (12.7 cm).

ighten the flange locknut securely

7. T

Installing

the Auger/Impeller

Drive Control Linkage

1. Thread

a flange nut (flange side down) onto the upper

control rod located on the right handle (Fig. 10). Install the lower link through the outer hole in the

lower control rod (Fig. 10). Insert the upper control rod through the loop in the

lower link (Fig. 10). Thread a flange locknut (flange side up) onto the

bottom of the upper control rod below the loop in the lower link (Fig. 10).

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Adjust the two flange locknuts, if necessary this dimension.

8. T

ighten the two flange locknuts securely (Fig. 10).

, to obtain

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1. Hex

flange nut

Flange locknut

Upper control rod

5. Check

Figure

the distance between the top of the handgrip

Lower control rod

Lower link

and the bottom of the auger/impeller control lever (Fig. 1

1). The distance should be approximately four

inches (10.2 cm).

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Figure 11

1. Auger/impeller lever

2. Handgrip

control

Approximately four inches (10.2 cm)

4. T

wo inches (5.1 cm)

Installing

1. Apply

a light coat of low-temperature grease to the

the Discharge Chute

chute ring.

Set the dischar auger dischar

ge chute (open side forward) onto the

ge opening so that the plastic chute

retainers are on the chute ring (Fig. 12).

3. T

ighten the machine screw and the locknut on the left side to position the plastic chute retainer against the chute retainer plate and to secure the dischar to the chute ring (Fig. 12).

Push the chute retainers on the right side toward the dischar

ge chute (slotted) and tighten the machine

screw (Fig. 12).

Ensure that the chute rotates freely on the chute ring. If the chute binds, move the right-hand retainer outward (Fig. 12).

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Chute retainer plate

Chute ring

1. Discharge

Plastic chute retainer

chute

Figure

ge chute

6. Press

the auger/impeller control lever slowly toward the handgrip. The amount of force to compress the lever will increase noticeably when you remove the slack from the drive belt (approximately one-half of lever movement). The adjustment is correct when the force

begins

to increase and the distance between the top of the handgrip and the bottom of the auger/impeller control lever is two inches (5.1 cm).

Note: If

the belt cover (refer to

Drive Belt

the force does not noticeably increase, remove

Replacing the Auger/ Impeller

, steps 1 and 2, on page 21) and measure the one- to two-inch (2.5 to 5.1 cm) dimension above the handgrip at the point where there is no slack in the auger drive belt.

Installing Gear

1. Remove

bracket on left side of the frame (Fig. 13).

Remove the chute control rod bracket.

Insert the chute control rod through the hole in the bracket.

Install the bracket with the two screws (Fig. 13).

the Chute Control

the two screws from the chute control rod

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1. Chute

control rod

Chute control rod bracket

Figure

3. Screws

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Installing

1. Check

the air pressure in the tires; refer to

the Tire Pr

Move the snowthrower onto a flat surface and check

the Skids

essure

on page 1

Checking

that the scraper (Fig. 15) is parallel to the ground. If it is not, adjust the scraper; refer to

Scraper and Skids

on page 23.

Adjusting the

5. Insert

the carriage screw into the worm gear bracket

mounting hole (Fig. 14).

Position the worm gear into the bracket, align the slotted holes in the worm gear and the bracket, and insert the chute gear rod through the slotted holes in the bracket and the worm gear (Fig. 14).

Loosely mount the worm gear and the bracket to the mounting flange with a carriage screw

, a flat washer

and a locknut (Fig. 14).

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1. Worm

Carriage screw

Flat washer

4. Locknut

8. Slide

Figure

gear bracket

the worm gear into the teeth of the chute gear

orm gear

5. W

Chute gear rod

Mounting flange

Slotted hole

and tighten the locknut.

Operate the dischar

ge chute control (Fig. 18) and move the worm gear slightly outward if the dischar chute control binds.

Figure

1. Scraper 2. Pipe

3. Remove

two flange bolts and flat washers that secure

171

plug

the ends of the scraper to the side plates (Fig. 16).

Install the bolts through the rear slots in the skids, with the

washers between the skids and the side plates

(Fig. 16). Do not tighten the bolts.

Figure

4. Locknut

5. Sideplate

474

washers

1. Flange

2. Skid

5. Install

bolts

Flat washers

two flange bolts through the front slots of both

the skids and the side plates, with the between the skids and the side plates. Do not tighten the bolts.

Checking

Check

the pressure of the tires because they are

over

-inflated at the factory for shipping. Reduce the

the T

ire Pressure

pressure in both tires to between 7 and 15 psi (48 and 103 kPa) equally

Note: The

following steps describe how to adjust the skids for paved surfaces. For gravel or crushed rock surfaces, refer to

Adjusting the Scraper and Skids

page 23.

Support the

scraper

1/8 in. (3 mm) above a level

surface if you use the snowthrower on pavement.

smooth

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Note: The

above the pavement if the pavement surfaces are cracked, rough or uneven.

scraper should be higher than 1/8 in. (3 mm)

Move the skids down to sit flat on the ground and tighten the four flange bolts that secure both skids to the side plates.

Checking

the Auger Gear Box

Oil

1. Move

Note: Do

Before

Filling

The ounces of oil in the crankcase. Before starting the engine, add oil. The crankcase holds 26 ounces (0.77 liters) of oil; however do not add the full amount at one time. Gradually add the oil according to the following procedure:

the snowthrower to a level surface. Clean the area around the pipe plug to remove the dirt. Remove the pipe plug from the gear box (Fig. 15). Check the oil level in the gear box. The oil must be at

the point of overflowing in the filler opening. If the oil level is low

transmission oil to the gear box until the point of

overflow.

not use synthetic gear oil.

Install the pipe plug in the gear box.

, add

GL–5

GL–6 SAE 85–95

Starting

the Engine with Oil

engine comes from the factory with only a few

, because there is some oil in the crankcase,

Move the snowthrower to a level surface to ensure an accurate oil level reading.

Clean the area around the dipstick (Fig. 17).

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Figure

1. Dipstick 2. Fuel

3. Remove

Slowly pour 3/4 of the total capacity of oil into the crankcase.

Use only a high–quality weight, detergent oil, having the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service classification”—SE, SF or SG. For extreme cold conditions (below 0°F or –18°C), use 0W–30 weight detergent oil, having the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service classification”—SE, SF or SG.

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Fully install the dipstick.

Note: To

fully install the dipstick.

Remove the dipstick.

Read the oil level on the dipstick.

If the oil level is below the Full mark, slowly add oil, checking the level frequently (steps 5 through 8), until the dipstick reads Full.

IMPORTANT: Do

the engine; engine damage will r oil until the oil level on the dipstick r

the dipstick from the crankcase (Fig. 17).

ipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.

ensure an accurate oil level reading, you must

not overfill the crankcase and run

tank cap

, SAE 5W–30 or SAE 10

esult. Drain the excess

eads Full.

Filling

the Fuel T

ank with

Gasoline

Use

clean, fresh lead-free gasoline (including oxygenated or reformulated gasoline) with an octane rating of 87 or higher. T gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion chamber deposits and longer spark plug life.

o ensure freshness, purchase only the quantity of

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Engines certified to comply with California and U.S. EP

A emission r

certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, include EM and TWC (if so equipped) emission control systems, and do not include any user adjustable features.

IMPORTANT: Never

containing methanol, gasohol containing mor 10% ethanol, pr these fuels can damage the engine’

egulations for ULGE engines

use methanol, gasoline

emium gasoline, or white gas. Using

s fuel system.

are

e than

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

In certain conditions gasoline is extr flammable and highly explosive.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

A fir

e or explosion fr

others, and cause pr

HOW T

•

• Stor

•

O AVOID THE HAZARD Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open ar any gasoline that spills. Do not fill the fuel tank completely full. Add gasoline to the fuel tank until the level is 1/4” to 1/2” (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. This empty space in the tank allows gasoline to expand. Never smoke when handling gasoline, and stay away fr fumes may be ignited by a spark.

keep it out of the r Never buy mor gasoline.

ea, when the engine is cold. W

om an open flame or wher

e gasoline in an appr

om gasoline can burn you,

operty damage.

oved container and

each of childr

e than a 30-day supply of

emely

ipe up

e gasoline

en.

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

When fueling, under certain cir static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

A fir

e or explosion fr

and others and cause pr

HOW T

•

Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner regularly during operation and storage. A fuel stabilizer/conditioner cleans the engine during operation and prevents gum–like varnish deposits from forming in the engine during storage.

O AVOID THE HAZARD Always place gasoline containers on the gr away from your vehicle befor Do not fill gasoline containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed because interior carpets or plastic truck bed liners may insulate the container and slow the loss of any static charge. When practical, r equipment fr the equipment with its wheels on the gr If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a truck or trailer fr container dispenser nozzle. If a gasoline dispenser nozzle must be used, keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

om the truck or trailer and r

, rather than fr

IMPORTANT: Do

stabilizer during storage. W do not use fuel stabilizers with an alcohol base such as ethanol, methanol, or isopr

om gasoline can burn you

operty damage.

emove gas–power

om a gasoline

not use fuel additives except a fuel

e r

opanol.

cumstances, a

ound

e filling.

efuel

ound.

om a portable

ecommended that you

Clean the area around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 17).

Remove the cap from the fuel tank.

Using unleaded, regular gasoline, fill the tank to within 1/4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) from the top of the tank, not into the filler neck.

IMPORTANT: Do

the filler neck. This space is for fuel expansion. Do not fill the fuel tank completely full.

Install the fuel tank cap.

5. W

ipe up any spilled gasoline.

not fill the tank with gasoline into

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Operation

Operating

Controls

• Auger/Impeller

both the auger and the impeller the right handgrip. T

raction Contr

• T

Contr

ol Lever

(Fig. 18)—T

, press the lever against

o disengage, release the lever

ol Lever

(Fig. 18)—T

o engage the traction (wheel drive), press the lever against the left handgrip. T

Speed Selector

•

o stop traction, release the lever

(Fig. 18)—This control has five

positions: two reverse and three forward speeds. T change speeds, move the speed selector to the desired position. The lever locks in a notch at each speed selection. The speed selector may shift with dif in heavy load conditions.

Note: Before

must release the traction control lever on–the–go between any of the releasing the traction control lever

shifting gears into or out of reverse, you

. Y

ou may shift

forward

speeds without

o engage

ficulty

1. Throttle

2. Choke

• Discharge

dischar

ge chute control clockwise to move the

dischar

ge chute to the right and counterclockwise to

Figure

3. Primer

4. Ignition

Chute Control (Fig. 18)—Rotate the

m-40344

switch

move the chute to the left.

• Throttle

(Fig. 19)—Move the throttle upward to increase the engine speed and downward to decrease the speed. Move the throttle completely downward to stop the engine.

• Choke

(Fig. 19)—Rotate the choke to the On position to start a cold engine. As engine warms up, move the choke gradually to the Off position.

• Primer

(Fig. 19)—Press the primer to pump a small amount of gasoline into the engine for improved cold-weather starting.

1. Auger/impeller lever

2. T

raction control lever

• Ignition

Switch

Figure

control

(Fig. 19)—Insert the key before

starting the engine with the recoil starter engine, remove the key

m-4035

Speed selector Discharge chute control

. T

o stop the

•

Fuel Shut–Off V

rotating it to the right to stop the fuel flow

alve

(Fig. 20)—Close the valve by

. Open the valve by rotating it to the left. Close the valve when you do not use the snowthrower

1. Fuel

shut–of

Hose clamp

• Recoil

f valve

Starter

Figure

(Fig. 21)—The recoil starter is on the

3 m-2236

Fuel line

back side of the engine. Pull the recoil starter to start the engine.

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Figure

1. Recoil

• Chute

starter

Deflector Handle

(Fig. 22)—The deflector handle, located on top of the dischar the height of the snow stream.

Figure

1. Chute

deflector handle

ge chute, controls

Discharge chute

934

m-2675

1. Carburetor

Phillips screws

Hex head screw and lock washer

2. Remove

heater box

two Phillips screws, two hex head screws, and

Figure

Hex head screw

Spark plug wire

one lock washer that secure the heater box in place (Fig. 23).

176

Pull the choke knob of

Lift the heater box up and away from the engine.

Install the choke knob on the mounting pin.

f the choke rod (Fig. 19).

Starting

and Stopping the

Engine

Removing the Heater Box

you operate the engine when the air temperature is above 40_F (4_C), remove the carburetor heater box (Fig. 23).

Pull the wire of wire does not contact the plug (Fig. 23).

f of the spark plug and ensure that the

Place the spark plug wire on the spark plug (Fig. 23).

Starting the Engine

IMPORTANT: Check

the discharge chute contain no obstructions befor operate the snowthr

remove an obstruction from the discharge chute.

Move the throttle to the Fast position.

Ensure that the auger/impeller control lever and the traction control lever are in the Disengaged position (Fig. 18).

Open the fuel shut–of (Fig. 20).

Rotate the choke (Fig. 19) to the On position.

Insert the ignition key (Fig. 19).

Cover the hole in the center of primer (Fig. 19) with your thumb and slowly push the primer three times.

Do not use the primer if the engine has been running or is hot.

Note: Excessive

prevent it from starting.

priming may flood the engine and

that the auger

, impeller

, and

ower. Use a stick, not your hand, to

f valve below the fuel tank

e you

Grasp the recoil starter handle (Fig. 21) and pull it out slowly until positive engagement results; then pull the handle vigorously to start the engine.

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Keep a firm grip on the starter handle and return the rope slowly

Note: If

–10_ priming. After pushing in the primer

engine does not start or if the air temperature is

F (–23_C) or below

, the engine may need additional

, try to start the

engine before priming again.

After the engine starts, immediately rotate the choke (Fig. 19) to the 3/4 position. As the engine warms up, rotate the choke to the 1/2 position. When the engine warms suf

ficiently

, rotate the choke to the Of

position. Move the speed selector (Fig. 18) to first gear

10.

the traction control lever to the handgrip, and then release the traction control lever

. If the snowthrower moves forward before engaging traction control lever or after releasing lever

on page 20.

Drive

11.

Ensure that the auger and the impeller do not rotate

, see

Adjusting the T

raction

while the auger/impeller control lever is in the Disengaged position. Stand in the operator position and look around to the side of the auger housing (Fig. 24). A lar

ge screw head on the side of the auger housing will rotate whenever the auger and impeller rotate (Fig. 24).

If the auger and impeller r while the engine runs and the auger/impeller contr

ol lever is disengaged, stop the snowthr

immediately.

Drive Belt

Refer to

Adjusting the Auger/Impeller

on page 21. If the problem persists, bring the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer for service.

, squeeze

otate

ower

1. Large

screw head

IMPORTANT: Do

auger and impeller r

Figure

not operate the snowthrower if the

otate when auger/impeller contr

m-2680

lever is disengaged.

Before Stopping the Engine

1. Engage

inside the housing.

Run the engine for a few minutes to dry of accumulated moisture.

3. W

rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four times. This helps prevent the recoil starter from freezing up.

the auger to clear any remaining snow from

f any

ith the engine running, pull the recoil starter with a

Note: Pulling

the recoil starter rope produces a loud, clattering sound. This does not harm the engine or the starter.

Stopping the Engine

1. Release

levers (Fig. 18).

Move the throttle to the Slow position.

Remove the key from the ignition switch.

4. W

operating position.

the traction and the auger/impeller control

ait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the

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Freewheeling

or Self–propelled

Drive

You

can operate the snowthrower with the self–propelling feature engaged or disengaged (freewheeling). There are two holes in each end of the axle. When you insert the axle pins through the outer axle holes and not through the wheel hubs (Fig. 5), the snowthrower freewheels. When you insert the axle pins through the holes in the wheel hubs and the inner axle holes (Fig. 5) and engage the traction control lever

, the snowthrower propels itself.

Snowthrowing Tips

•

When snowthrower is not being used, close the fuel shut–of

f valve and remove the key

Remove snow as soon as possible after it falls. This

•

produces the best snow removal results.

•

Adjust the skids to match the type of surface being cleaned. Refer to page 23.

•

The snowthrower is designed to clean snow down to the contact surface, but there are times when the front of the snowthrower may tend to ride up. If this happens, reduce forward speed by shifting into a lower gear

. If the front still tends to ride up, lift up on both

handles to hold down the front of the snowthrower

Adjusting the Scraper and Skids

DANGER

POTENTIAL

•

When the snowthr impeller and auger can be r

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

The r injur

HOW T

• Befor

inspecting the snowthr unclogging the discharge chute,

f and wait for all moving parts to stop.

pull the wir away fr accidentally starting the engine.

•

Use a stick, obstruction fr

•

Stay behind the handles and away fr discharge opening while operating the snowthrower. Keep face, hands, feet, and any other part of

•

your body or clothing away fr moving or r

HAZARD

ower is in operation, the

otating.

otating auger/impeller can cut off or

e hands and feet.

O AVOID THE HAZARD e adjusting, cleaning, repairing and

ower

, and befor

shut the engine

e off of the spark plug and keep it

om the plug to pr

not your hands

om the discharge chute.

otating parts.

event someone fr

, to r

emove an

om the

om concealed,

Also,

• Dischar

•

Overlap each swath to ensure complete snow removal.

•

If the wheels slip, shift into a lower gear to reduce the forward speed.

•

Run the snowthrower for a few minutes after clearing snow so that moving parts do not freeze. Engage the auger to clear any remaining snow from inside the housing.

Do not overload the snowthrower by clearing snow at

•

too fast a rate. If the engine slows down, shift to a lower gear to reduce the forward speed.

•

Always use Fast throttle (maximum engine speed) when throwing snow

In wet or slushy conditions, maintain maximum engine

•

speed and do not overload the engine to prevent clogging the dischar

•

In some snow and cold weather conditions, some controls and moving parts may freeze. Therefore, when any control becomes hard to operate, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop; then check all parts for freeze up.

for frozen.

ge snow downwind whenever possible

ge chute.

Do not use excessive

ce or try to operate the contr

ols when they ar

WARNING

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Stones, toys and other foreign objects may be picked up and thr

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

• Thr

own objects can cause serious personal

injury to operator or bystanders.

HOW T

•

O AVOID THE HAZARD Keep the ar that could be picked up and thr blades. Keep all childr operation.

own by the r

ea to be clear

en and pets away fr

ed fr

otor blades.

ee of all objects

own by r

om ar

otor

ea of

Page 18

Maintenance

Recommended

Service

Check the engine oil level

Change the engine oil

Auger gear box

Adjust the traction drive

Replace the traction drive belt

Adjust the auger/impeller drive belt

Item

level

use

Check the auger

gear box oil. Add

traction drive belt

auger/impeller

Maintenance Schedule

Service

Operation

Check the oil

before each

and add oil if

necessary.

Change the

engine oil.

gear lube if

necessary.

Adjust the

traction drive.

Replace the

as needed.

Adjust the

drive belt as

needed.

Initial

X X X X X

X X X

X X X X

Hours10Hours15Hours25Hours

X X X

100

Hours

X X

Storage

Replace the auger/impeller drive belt

Scraper and skids

Speed selector

Lubricating the snowthrower

Spark plug

Fuel tank

Replace the

auger/impeller

drive belt as

needed.

Adjust the

scraper and the

skids.

Adjust the speed

selector as

needed.

Oil and grease

the internal

moving parts.

Clean, inspect,

and gap. Replace

if necessary

Drain the

gasoline and run

the engine to dry

out the tank and

the carburetor.

X X

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CAUTION

POTENTIAL

•

If you leave the wir

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

Accidental starting of engine could seriously injur

HOW T

•

Pull the wir does not accidentally contact the spark plug.

Checking

Check

the oil level every five operating hours or each

time you use the snowthrower

Move the snowthrower to a level surface.

Clean the area around the dipstick (Fig. 17).

Remove the dipstick from the crankcase (Fig. 17).

4. W

ipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth.

Fully install the dipstick.

Note: To

fully install the dipstick.

ensure an accurate oil level reading, you must

Remove the dipstick from the crankcase (Fig. 17). Read the oil level on the dipstick. If the oil level is below the Full mark, slowly add oil,

checking the level frequently full.

Use only a high–quality weight, detergent oil, having the American Petroleum Institute (API) “service classification”—SE, SF or SG.

the Engine Oil Level

IMPORTANT: Do

the engine; engine damage will r oil until the oil level on the dipstick r

HAZARD

e on the spark plug, someone could start the engine.

O AVOID THE HAZARD

e off of the spark plug befor

, until the dipstick reads

, SAE 5W–30 or SAE 10

not overfill the crankcase and run

esult. Drain the excess

eads Full.

e you or other bystanders.

e you do any maintenance. Also, push it aside so it

Slide an oil drain pan under the drain extension and remove the oil drain plug (Fig. 25).

Figure

1. Drain

4. After

6. W

Checking

plug

draining the oil, install the oil drain plug.

Fill the crankcase with oil. Refer to with Oil on page 12.

ipe up any spilled oil.

the Auger Gear Box

Filling the Engine

Oil

Check

the auger gear box oil level after assembling the

snowthrower

Maintenance Schedule

Position the snowthrower on a level surface.

, and as given in the

on page 18.

Recommended



m-4036

Install the dipstick.

Changing

Initially, operation; thereafter oil as given in the on page 18. If possible, run the engine just before changing the oil because warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants.

change the oil after the first two hours of engine

Pull the wire of wire does not contact the spark plug (Fig. 23).

Clean the area around the oil drain plug (Fig. 25).

the Engine Oil

, under normal conditions, change the

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

f of the spark plug and ensure that the

Pull the wire of wire does not contact the spark plug (Fig. 23).

Clean the area around the pipe plug to remove any dirt.

Remove the pipe plug from the gear box (Fig. 15).

Check the oil level in the gear box. The oil must be at the point of overflowing in the filler opening.

If the oil level is low

transmission oil to the gear box until the point of

overflow.

Note: Do

not use synthetic gear oil.

Install the pipe plug in the gear box.

f of the spark plug and ensure that the

, add

GL–5

GL–6 SAE 85–95

Page 20

Adjusting

the speed selector shifts properly but the snowthrower does not drive in the reverse or the forward speeds, adjust the traction drive.

Pull the wire of wire does not contact the plug (Fig. 23).

Check the adjustment following steps 4 and 5 of

Installing the T

needed adjustments.

If the linkage is properly adjusted and the problem persists, contact your local Authorized Service Dealer

Replacing

the T

f of the spark plug and ensure that the

raction Rod

the T

raction Drive

on page 9. Make any

raction Drive

Belt

When

the traction belt (Fig. 28) becomes worn, oil–soaked, or otherwise damaged, replace the belt. Y can purchase a new belt from your Authorized Service Dealer.

Pull the wire of

wire does not contact the plug (Fig. 23).

Remove the three screws that hold the belt cover in place and set the cover aside (Fig. 26).

Loosen the auger brake arm assembly by loosening the rear screw and removing the front screw (Fig. 27).

Remove the idler pulley spring (Fig. 27). Let the brake arm assembly hang free but out of the way

Remove two screws, two washers, and two lock

washers that secure the belt guide (Fig. 28).

Remove the engine crankshaft screw, lock washer washer (Fig. 28).

Separate and remove the engine pulley sheave (Fig. 28).

Remove the auger/impeller drive belt from the center engine pulley auger/impeller pulley

Remove the center engine pulley (Fig. 28).

10.

Remove the traction belt from the traction pulley and the engine crankshaft (Fig. 28).

f of the spark plug and ensure that the

, leaving the belt looped around the lar

, and

13.

Pull the idler pulley outward and loop the auger/impeller drive belt in front of the center engine pulley

, making sure that the belt is on the inside of the

idler pulley and the belt guide (Fig. 28).

14.

Install the engine pulley sheave, washer and crankshaft screw in the engine pulley sheave aligns with the indexing notch in the center engine pulley not pinch the traction belt (Fig. 29).

15.

Ensure that the brake pad is properly installed on the brake arm. The angled cut-of

positioned as shown in Figure 30.

16.

Install the two screws that secure the auger brake arm assembly left side of the snowthrower (Fig. 31).

17.

Have someone squeeze the auger/impeller control lever (Fig. 18) against the handgrip, and install the belt guide using two screws, two washers, and two lock washers.

Check and adjust the belt guide, making sure that it

18.

does not contact any part of the engine pulley Check and adjust auger the drive linkage. Refer to

19.

steps 5 through 7 of Installing the Auger/Impeller Drive Contr

20.

Install the idler pulley spring.

21.

Install the belt cover with three screws.

22.

Ensure that the auger and the impeller do not rotate while the auger/impeller control lever is in the Disengaged position. Stand in the operating position and look around to the side of the auger housing (Fig.

24). A lar housing will rotate whenever the auger and impeller rotate (Fig. 24).

engine runs and the auger/impeller contr disengaged, stop the snowthr

Refer to page 21. If the problem persists, bring the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer for service.

. Ensure that the tabs fit into the holes in the

ol Linkage

ge screw head on the side of the auger

If the auger and impeller r

Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Drive Belt

IMPORTANT: Do

auger and the impeller r contr

ol lever is disengaged.

. Make sure that the indexing rib

f on brake pad must be

on page 9.

ower immediately

not operate the snowthrower if the

otate when auger/impeller

, lock washer

. Also, make sure to

otate while the

ol lever is

11.

Pull the traction idler pulley outward and install a new traction belt (Fig. 28).

12.

Install the center engine pulley the traction belt.

. Make sure to not pinch

Page 21

Adjusting

the Auger/Impeller

Replacing

the Auger/Impeller

Drive Belt

auger/impeller drive belt that slips results in decreased snowthrowing performance and requires either an adjustment or a new belt.

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

• Impr

WHA

•

HOW T

•

• Ensur

•

oper adjustment may cause injury if the

auger/impeller turns when disengaged.

T CAN HAPPEN

The r

otating impeller or auger can cut off or

injur

e fingers or hands.

O AVOID THE HAZARD Keep your face, hands, feet, and any other part of your body or clothing away fr moving, or r

maintained. Do not adjust the auger/impeller drive belt too tight because it may cause the auger/impeller to turn when the contr position. If this occurs, decr

otating parts.

e that the impeller brake arm clearance is

ol lever is in the disengaged

om concealed,

ease belt tension.

Drive Belt

When

the auger/impeller drive belt (Fig. 28) becomes

worn, oil–soaked, or otherwise damaged, replace the belt.

After five to ten hours of snowthr new auger/impeller drive belt, check the belt to ensur the pr

oper belt tension.

Pull the wire of does not contact the plug (Fig. 23).

Remove the three screws that hold the belt cover in place and set the cover aside (Fig. 26).

1. Upper

belt cover

f of the spark plug and ensure that it

Figure

ower operation with a

m-2671

2. Screws

After five to ten hours of snowthr new auger/impeller drive belt, check the belt for pr

oper tension.

Pull the wire of wire does not contact the plug.

Check the adjustment per steps 5 through 7 of Installing the on page 9. Make any needed adjustments.

Check the belt tension by operating the auger If belt still slips, replace the belt.

If the auger and the impeller r runs and the auger/impeller contr disengaged, immediately stop the engine

the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer for service.

IMPORTANT: Do

auger and the impeller r contr

ol lever is disengaged.

f of the spark plug and ensure that the

Auger/Impeller Drive Contr

not operate the snowthrower if the

otate when the auger/impeller

ower operation with a

ol Linkage

otate while the engine

ol lever is

and bring

3. Loosen

1. Rear screw

4. Remove

the auger brake arm assembly by loosening a rear screw and removing the front screw that fasten the auger brake arm assembly to the frame (Fig. 27).

Figure

Front screw

the idler pulley spring (Fig. 27). Let the brake

arm assembly hang free but out of the way

m-2678

Idler pulley spring

Page 22

Remove two screws, two washers, and two lock washers that secure the belt guide (Fig. 28).

1. Engine

6. Remove

crankshaft screw

lock washer Engine pulley sheave Auger/impeller drive belt Large auger/impeller

pulley Idler pulley

, and washer

the engine crankshaft screw

Figure

m-3331

Center engine pulley

Belt guide

8. T

raction belt

9. T

raction pulley

10. T

raction idler pulley

11. Screw washer

, lock washer

washer (Fig. 28).

Separate and remove the engine pulley sheave (Fig. 28).

, washer

, and lock

, and

Figure

1. Indexing notch

12.Make

rib in indexing

sure that the brake pad is properly installed on brake arm. The angled cut-of positioned as shown in Figure 30.

Figure

1. Brake

pad

Angled cut-of

m-26771

Engine pulley sheave

Center engine pulley

f on brake pad must be

m-2681

Auger/impeller drive belt

4. T

raction drive belt

Remove the auger/impeller drive belt from the center engine pulley and the lar

ge auger/impeller pulley

(Fig. 28).

Pull the idler pulley outward and install a new belt around the lar

10.

Loop the belt in front of the center engine pulley

ge auger/impeller pulley (Fig. 28).

making sure that the belt is on the inside of the idler pulley and the belt guide (Fig. 28).

11.

Install the engine pulley sheave, the washer washer

, and the engine crankshaft screw

, the lock

Make sure that the indexing rib in the engine pulley sheave aligns with the indexing notch in the center engine pulley. Also, make sure not to pinch the drive belt (Fig. 29).

13.Install

the two screws that secure the auger brake arm

assembly

. Make sure that the tabs fit into the holes in

the left side of the snowthrower (Fig. 31).

m-2678

1. Tabs

14.Have

Figure

in holes

someone squeeze the auger/impeller control

lever (Fig. 18) against the handgrip and reinstall the belt guide using two screws, two washers, and two lock washers.

15.

Check and adjust the belt guide, ensuring that it does not contact any part of the engine pulley

Check and adjust auger the drive linkage. Refer to

16.

steps 5 through 7 of Installing the Auger/Impeller

Drive Contr

ol Linkage

on page 9.

17.

Install the idler pulley spring.

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18.

Install the belt cover with the three screws.

19.

Ensure that the auger and the impeller do not rotate while auger/impeller control lever is in the Disengaged position. Stand in the operating position and look around to the side of the auger housing (Fig. 24). A lar

ge screw head on the side of the auger housing will rotate whenever the auger and impeller rotate (Fig. 24).

engine runs and the auger/impeller contr disengaged, stop the snowthr

Refer to page 21. If the problem persists, bring the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer for service.

IMPORTANT: Do

auger and the impeller r contr

ol lever is disengaged.

Adjusting

If the auger and impeller r

ower immediately

Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Drive Belt

not operate the snowthrower if the

otate when auger/impeller

otate while the

ol lever is

the Scraper and

Skids

Adjust

the scraper to compensate for wear and to ensure

that the auger does not contact the pavement.

Pull the wire of wire does not contact the spark plug (Fig. 23).

f of the spark plug and ensure that the

Move the scraper so that it contacts the flat surface all the way across and then tighten the two rear flanged bolts that secure the scraper and skids to the side plates.

This temporarily locks the scraper in the proper position so that you can tighten the remaining fasteners without af

Secure the scraper using carriage screws and nylon locknuts.

fecting the adjustment.

For Concrete and Asphalt Surfaces

the snowthrower does not clean up the snow close enough to the pavement, adjust the skids to lower the scraper; if the scraper catches on cracks in the pavement, adjust the skids to raise the scraper

Support the scraper 1/8 in. (3 mm) above the

pavement.

The scraper should be higher than 1/8 in. (3 mm)

Note:

above the pavement if the pavement surfaces are cracked, rough, or uneven.

Move the skids down to sit flat on the ground.

3. T

ighten the four flange bolts that secure the skids to

the auger side plates (Fig. 16).

Check the tire pressure in the tires. Refer to

the Tire Pr

Move the snowthrower to a level surface.

Loosen the four flange bolts that secure both skids to the auger side plates (Fig. 16) until the skids slide up and down easily

Loosen the carriage screws that secure the scraper to

the auger housing (Fig. 32).

1. Scraper

2. Carriage screw

6. Support

least 1/8 to 1/4 in. (3 to 6 mm) of

essure

the

auger blades

on page 1

Figure

Auger blades

(Fig. 32) so that they are at

f the ground.

171

Checking

For Gravel Surfaces

For

gravel or crushed rock surfaces, adjust the skids to

prevent picking up rocks.

Support the auger blades a few inches (centimerters) above the ground.

Slide the skids down as far as possible.

3. T

ighten the four flange bolts that secure the skids to

the auger side plates (Fig. 16).

Adjusting

the snowthrower is slow no speed, or the speed selector does not move into the No. 5 speed selection, adjust the speed selector linkage.

Pull the wire of the wire does not contact the spark plug (Fig. 23).

Move the speed selector (Fig. 18) on control panel to the R2 (Reverse) position.

Remove the cotter pin and the washer selector rod out of the hole in the speed selector arm (Fig. 6).

Adjust the forward speed by rotating the speed selector rod in the trunnion (Fig. 7).

the Speed Selector

, the No.1 speed selection has

f of the spark plug and make sure that

. Pull the speed

Lengthening the rod makes forward speed faster Shortening the rod makes forward speed slower

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Insert the speed selector rod into the speed selector arm and secure it with a washer and a cotter pin.

Lubricating

Lightly

lubricate all moving parts of the snowthrower

according to the

the Snowthrower

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

page 18.

Pull the wire of

f of the spark plug and ensure that it

does not contact the spark plug (Fig. 23).

Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank; refer to

Emptying the Fuel T

3. T

ip the snowthrower forward onto its auger housing

ank

on page 25.

and block it so that it cannot fall.

Remove eight screws holding the back and the bottom covers in place and remove the covers (Fig. 33).

m-3331

IMPORTANT:

Figure

Do not get oil or gr

ease on the rubber wheel or the friction drive plate. This can cause the wheel to slip and the rubber to deteriorate.

6. W

ipe up any excess oil.

Lightly grease the axle gear (Fig. 34).

8. W

ipe up any excess grease.

Install the back and bottom covers.

Replacing

Use

a Champion RJ–19LM spark plug or equivalent.

the Spark Plug

Since the air gap between center and side electrodes of the spark plug increases gradually during normal engine operation, install a new plug after every 25 hours of engine operation.

1. Screws

2. Back

5. Lightly

cover

lubricate the snowthrower with light oil as

shown in Figures 34 and 35.

1. Axle

gear

Figure

Bottom cover

m-2682

m-2679

Clean the area around the spark plug so that foreign matter does not fall into cylinder when removing the spark plug.

Pull the wire of

f of the spark plug (Fig. 23) and

remove the plug from the cylinder head.

IMPORTANT: Replace

a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not sandblast, scrape, or clean electr

odes because grit may eventually r

elease fr plug and fall into the cylinder and cause engine damage.

Set the air gap between electrodes of the spark plug at

0.030 in. (0.76 mm) (Fig. 36).

0.030" (0.76 mm)

110

Figure

4. Install

5. T

the spark plug in the cylinder head.

orque the spark plug to 15 ft–lb (20.4 N

m).

om the

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Push the wire onto the spark plug.

Note: Do

not store stabilized gasoline over 90 days.

Emptying

1. Pull

the wire of

wire does not contact the spark plug (Fig. 23). Close the fuel shut–of

the Fuel T

f of the spark plug to ensure that the

f valve (Fig. 20).

ank

DANGER

POTENTIAL HAZARD

•

Gasoline is highly flammable.

WHA

T CAN HAPPEN

•

Gasoline can be ignited and cause serious personal injury

HOW T

•

• W

•

O AVOID THE HAZARD Drain gasoline outdoors. Drain gasoline fr

ipe up any gasoline that may have spilled. Do not drain gasoline near any open flame or wher

e gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark. DO NOT SMOKE a cigar when handling gasoline.

Place a clean drain pan under the fuel shut–of Loosen the hose clamp that secures the fuel line to the

valve and slide the line of Open the valve by rotating it to the right. This allows

the fuel to flow into the drain pan.

om a cold engine only

, cigar

ette or pipe

f of the valve (Fig. 20).

f valve.

Preparing

7. Remove

Pour two teaspoons of oil into the spark plug hole.

Install the spark plug, but do not install the wire on the plug.

Pull the recoil starter slowly to distribute oil on inside

10.

of the cylinder Change the engine oil. Refer to

11.

Oil

on page 19.

Preparing

12.Lubricate

Snowthrower

13.

Clean the snowthrower

ouch up chipped surfaces with paint. Paint is

14.T

available from an Authorized Service Dealer af

fected areas before painting, and use a rust

preventative to prevent the metal parts from rusting.

15.T

ighten all screws and nuts. Repair or replace any

damaged parts.

16.

Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children. Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure.

the Engine

the spark plug from the cylinder head.

Changing the Engine

the Snowthrower

the snowthrower

on page 24.

. Refer to

Lubricating the

. Sand

Install the fuel line and secure it with a hose clamp.

Install the spark plug wire and restart the snowthrower Run the engine until it stops.

Storage

Preparing

1. Add

stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel tank as directed.

Run the engine for ten minutes to distribute conditioned fuel through the fuel system.

Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel tank or run the engine until it stops.

Start the engine and run it until it stops. Choke or prime the engine, start it a third time, and

run the engine until it will not restart. Dispose of fuel properly

codes.

the Fuel System

. Recycle according to local

Accessories

ou can obtain the following accessories from your

Authorized Service Dealer:

• T

ire Chain Kit

•

Drift Breaker Kit

•

Cab Kit

•

Light Kit

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The Toro Total Coverage

Gas

Powered

Snow

Products

A Full Two-Year Warranty

(Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)

What

Is Covered By This Express W

The Toro Company promises to repair any T for normal residential purposes* if defective in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of pur chase. For single stage snowthrowers, the cost of parts and labor is included, but the customer pays the transportation costs.

ransportation within a 15 mile radius of the servicing dealer

is covered under this warranty for two-stage snowthrowers.

What

Products Are Covered By This W

This

warranty applies to all gasoline powered snow products.

How

About Commercial Use?

Toro

Consumer Products used for commercial, institutional or rental use are covered by a limited warranty for 45 days from the date of purchase.

How

Do Y

ou Get W

Should

you feel your T rial or workmanship, contact the dealer who sold you the product or any Authorized T ter Service Dealer rectory is a good reference source. The dealer will either arrange service at his/her dealership or recommend another Authorized Service Dealer who may be more convenient. Y

ou may need proof of purchase (copy of registration card,

sales receipt, etc.) for warranty validation. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Deal

s analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if

er’ you need a referral to a T to contact us at the following address:

oro Customer Service Department

811

1 L Bloomington, MN 55420–1 612–888–8801 800–348–2424

What

Must Y

oro Product contains a defect in mate

. The Y

yndale A

ou Do T

arranty Service?

oro Service Dealer or T

ellow Pages of your telephone di

oro Service Dealer

venue South

196

o Keep The W

In Effect?

You

must maintain your T

nance

procedures described in the operator’s manual. Such routine maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.

oro Product by following the mainte

arranty?

oro Product used

, please feel free

arranty

Guarantee

arranty?

oro Mas

What

Does This W

arranty Not Cover?

and

How Does Y

There

is no other express warranty except for special emis sion system coverage on some products and the T Guarantee on GTS Engines. This express warranty does not cover:

Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as fil ters, fuel, lubricants, tune-up parts, blade sharpening, brake and clutch adjustments.

Any product or part which has been altered or misused or required replacement or repair due to normal wear or lack of proper maintenance.

Repairs necessary due to improper fuel, contaminants in the fuel system, or failure to properly prepare the fuel system prior to any period of non-use over three months.

Pickup and delivery charges for distances beyond a 15 mile radius from an Authorized T

ucts only). All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by an

Authorized T ment parts.

Repair by an Authorized T edy under this warranty

The T

oro Company is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the T

oro Products covered by this warranty cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or ser vice

during reasonable periods of pending states do not allow exclusions of incidental or conse quential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.

This

warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may

also

have other rights which vary from state to state.

Normal residential purposes means removing snow on the same lot as your home. Use at more than one location is considered commercial use and the commercial use war ranty would apply

our State Law Relate T

oro Service Dealer (covered prod

oro Service Dealer using T

oro Service Dealer is your sole rem

completion of repairs under this warranty

o This Warranty?

oro approved replace

, including any

malfunction or non–use

oro Starting

, accidents,

. Some

Countries

Customers who have purchased T tributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country your Distributor fail, you may contact us at The Toro Company

’s service or have dif

oro Products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their T

Other than the United States or Canada

ficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the T

, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with

oro importer

. If all other remedies

oro Dis-

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Toro 38086 Operator's Manual

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Frequently Asked Questions

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