Form No 3322-818 Rev A
CCR
POWERLITE
Snowthrower
Model No. 38170—200000001 and Up
Model No. 38172—200000001 and Up
Model No. 38182—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)
Contents
Introduction 2.
Safety 2
General Snowthrower Safety3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
T
oro Snowthrower Safety4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety and Instruction Decals5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 6
Loose Parts6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing the Dischar
Installing the Handle6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mixing Gasoline and Oil6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 8
Operating Controls8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting the Engine8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stopping the Engine9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Dischar
Throwing Snow9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Folding the Snowthrower9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 10
Recommended Maintenance Schedule10. . . . . . . . .
Emptying the Fuel T
Replacing the Scraper11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Drive Belt11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Spark Plug12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing the Rotor Blades12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage 13
Preparing the Fuel System13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Preparing the Engine13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ightening the Fasteners and Cleaning the
Snowthrower 14
Warranty
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ge Chute6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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ge Chute9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Back Cover
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.
DANGER
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
number and serial number decal
the product model number and serial number in the
Model
No.
Serial No.
manual identifies potential hazards and has special
signals an extreme hazard that will cause
oro designs and produces safe
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oro parts, or
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ou will find the
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ARNING, and
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WARNING
The engine exhaust fr
chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer
harm.
, birth defects, or other r
om this product contains
eproductive
Introduction
Thank you for choosing a Toro product. W
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
EThe T
oro Company
All Rights Reserved
– 1999
e want you to
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 a hazard that may cause serious injury
signals a hazard that may cause minor or
Important
calls attention to special
Note
emphasizes general
Safety
T
o ensur
gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you
and any other operator of the snowthr
2
e maximum safety
, best performance, and to
ower r
ead and
Printed in USA
understand the contents of this manual before the
motor is ever started. Pay particular attention to the
safety alert symbol
W
ARNING, OR DANGER — “personal safety
instruction.” Read and understand the instruction
because it has to do with safety
instruction may r
The snowthrower is designed and tested to of
reasonably safe service; however, failur
the following instructions may r
injury.
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
which means CAUTION,
. Failure to comply with
esult in personal injury
e to comply with
esult in personal
.
fer
oro
Training
•
Read the operator’s manual carefully. Be thoroughly
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.
.
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.
ear footwear which will
.
•
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
•
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
oro).
.
.
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.
•
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.
•
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 someone from accidentally starting the
engine. 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.
ge opening at all times.
fic.
, stop the
ge guide (chute),
.
ibration
3
•
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
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alk; never run.
fs, etc. without
ge angle. Keep
oro), such as wheel
Maintenance and storage
• Check
•
•
•
•
all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
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.
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
(W
ith the engine running, pull the recoil starter handle
several times.)
operating the snowthrower
feet, and any other part of your body or clothing
away from concealed, moving, or r
•
Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, and inspecting
the snowthrower, and before unclogging the dischar
chute,
stop the engine, r
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
• Before
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
•
For two-stage snowthrowers, use the lower gear and, if
applicable, the rear wheel position when operating on
slopes.
•
Do not
•
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.
•
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 Autorized 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
not your hands
ge chute.
leaving the operator’s position behind the
smoke while handling gasoline.
use the snowthrower on a roof.
. Keep your face hands,
otating parts.
ge
emove the key
. Also, pull the wire of
to remove obstructions
. Remove the key from the ignition
, and wait for
f of
, and wait for
.
.
Toro
The
T
know that is not included in the ANSI or ISO standards.
•
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 discharge opening while
e fingers or hands.
otor blades can cut
Stay behind the
• T
o ensure the best performance and safety
only genuine T
to keep the T
r
eplacement parts and accessories as they could
cause a safety hazard.
4
, purchase
oro replacement parts and accessories
oro all T
oro.
Do not use “W
ill Fit”
Safety
(
)
and Instruction Decals
Safety
decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any
area of potential danger
. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.
On Control Panel (Models 38170 and 38172)
(Part No. 84-5420)
On Right Side of Near Muffler
(Part No. 95-1904)
Replace Discharge Chute
Part No. 75-8760
On Control Panel (Model 38182)
(Part No. 84-5430)
On Back of Chute (Model 38182)
(Part No. 61-4790)
5
Assembly
Note:
Determine the left and right sides of the snowthrower by standing in the normal operating position.
Loose
DESCRIPTION QTY. USE
Hex
Locknuts
Washers
Discharge chute
Upper handle
Knobs
Oval head bolts
Curved washers
Installing
1. Position
bolts on the sides of the chute handle (Fig. 2).
2.
Secure the discharge chute onto the hex bolts with two
washers and two locknuts (Fig. 2).
3.
While holding the hex bolt heads with a 7/16 in.
(1
4.
Rotate the dischar
5.
Install the knob
the dischar
Parts
bolts
the Discharge Chute
the holes on the dischar
1 mm) wrench, tighten the locknuts securely
ge chute to the upright position.
tightly
onto the screw at the rear of
ge chute (Fig. 2).
ge chute over the hex
2
2
2
1
1
2
2
2
.
Installing the discharge chute
Installing the handle
3.
Position the knobs and curved washers on the inside of
the handle and
Note: Ensure
and the curved washers (See inset in Fig. 3).
tighten the knobs secur
that you properly align the oval head bolts
ely.
5
4
2
3
1
m-4022
2
6
1
3
4
Figure
1. Discharge
2.
Chute handle
3.
Hex bolt
Installing
1. Position
the lower handles and align the holes (Fig. 3).
2.
Secure the upper handle to the lower handle using oval
head bolts, curved washers, and knobs (Fig. 3).
chute
the Handle
the ends of the upper handle on the inside of
2
4. Washer
5. Locknut
6. Knob
5
928
Figure
1. Lower
2.
3.
Before
Mixing
Use
oxygenated or reformulated gasoline) with an octane
rating of 87 or higher
the amount of gasoline you expect to use in 30 days.
Using unleaded gasoline results in fewer combustion
chamber deposits and longer spark plug life.
IMPORTANT
with California and U.S. EP
ULGE engines can operate on r
6
handle
Upper handle
Oval head bolt
Starting
Gasoline and Oil
only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline (including
. T
o ensure freshness, purchase only
: Engines which ar
3
4. Knob
5.
Curved washers
e certified to comply
A emission r
egular unleaded
egulations for
gasoline/oil mix. Include the following emission contr
system(s): EM, TWC (if so equipped). Do not include
any user adjustable featur
ar
e needed.
IMPORTANT
containing methanol, gasohol containing mor
10% ethanol, pr
these fuels can damage the engine’
IMPORTANT
30, 10W30), a two-cycle oil that is not NMMA- or
TCW
-certified, or a fuel mixed at the wr
gasoline/oil ratio. This can cause engine damage not
cover
ed under the Toro warranty
: Do not use methanol, gasoline
emium gasoline, or white gas. Using
: Do not use an automotive oil (i.e., SAE
es; no further adjustments
e than
s fuel system.
ong
.
DANGER
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
In certain conditions, gasoline is extr
flammable and highly explosive.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
A fir
e or explosion fr
and others and cause pr
HOW T
•
•
•
• Stor
•
O AVOID THE HAZARD
Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank in an open,
outdoor ar
up 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 in. (6 mm to 13 mm) below the bottom of
the filler neck. This empty space in the tank
allows the 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 and 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
e gasoline
en.
ol
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
•
•
•
•
•
1.
Note:
room temperature mixes easier and more thoroughly than
cold oil. Oil below 32°F (0°C) requires additional mixing.
2.
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 from a portable
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.
Pour a half gallon (1.9 liters) of gasoline into an
approved gasoline container (preferably plastic, not
metal).
Do not mix gasoline and oil in the fuel tank. Oil at
Add the proper amount of a high grade, NMMA- or
TCW
-certified two-cycle oil as directed on the
container label.
For best results, use
2-Cycle Engine Oil with Fuel Stabilizer
om the truck or trailer and r
, rather than fr
om gasoline can burn you
operty damage.
emove gas-power
om a gasoline
Tor
o Heavy Duty 50:1 All Season
cumstances, a
ound
e filling.
ed
efuel
ound.
.
Install the cap on the gasoline container and shake the
3.
container to mix the gasoline and oil thoroughly
4.
Remove the cap and add the remaining gasoline.
7
.
1
1. Add
oil to small amount of
gasoline
Install cap and shake can
2.
to mix
We
recommend using a fuel stabilizer/conditioner for
all T
oro gasoline-powered products during operation
2
Figure
3
111
4
3.
Add remaining amount of
gasoline
and storage. A fuel stabilizer/conditioner cleans the
engine during operation and prevents gum-like varnish
deposits from forming in the engine during storage. A
fuel stabilizer/conditioner works best when you mix it
with fresh gasoline.
Note: If
you use
Tor
o Heavy Duty 50:1 All Season
2-Cycle Engine Oil with Fuel Stabilizer, you do not need
to add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner
IMPORTANT
: Do not use fuel additives except a fuel
stabilizer during storage. W
.
e r
ecommend that you do
not use fuel stabilizers with an alcohol base such as
ethanol, methanol, or isopr
opanol.
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1
6
4
Figure
1. Key
switch
2. Primer
3.
Recoil start
4.
Choke lever
Starting
1. Turn
2. T
urn the choke level to the On (far right) position.
3.
Cover the hole in the center of the primer button with
the Engine
the key to the On position.
5
5.
6.
*
919
Electric start button*
Cord connection*
Model 38182 only
your thumb and slowly push the primer button in
twice. In extremely cold temperatures, repeat this step
as necessary
Note: Do
.
not use the choke and the primer when starting
a warm engine.
Operation
Operating
The
snowthrower control panel contains a key switch, a
primer
, an electric start button (if applicable), and a recoil
starter
. The choke lever is just below the lower left corner
of the control panel (Fig. 5).
Controls
Note: When
you start the engine for the first time or after
running out of fuel, you may need to use the primer more.
4.
For a r
ecoil starter:
Hold the snowthrower with one
hand and pull the recoil starter vigorously with the
other hand.
For an electric starter:
A.
Connect the power cord to the snowthrower and to
a standard household power outlet.
B.
Push the starter button.
Run the electric starter no more than ten times at
intervals of five seconds on, then five seconds of
f.
If the engine does not start after this attempt, wait
at least 40 minutes to allow the starter to cool
before attempting to start it again.
IMPORTANT
can overheat and damage the starter
: Running the electric starter extensively
.
If the engine does not start after the second
attempt, bring the snowthrower to an Autorized
Service Dealer for service.
8
C.
When the engine starts, disconnect the power cord
from the snowthrower and the outlet.
5.
After warming up the engine, move the choke lever to
the Of
f position.
Stopping
Turn
the key to the Of
parts to stop before leaving the operating position.
Adjusting
Move
the chute handle left and right to adjust the
direction of the snow stream (Fig. 6). The chute deflector
handle on top of the discharge chute controls the height of
the snow stream.
mounting nuts.
1. Chute
2.
handle
Chute deflector handle
the Engine
f position and wait for all moving
the Discharge Chute
Do not overtighten the chute deflector
3
2
Figure
1
6
3.
Deflector mounting nuts
strike the ground. The wheels do not need to touch the
ground to self-propel. The more you tilt the handle
forward, the faster the snowthrower self-propels.
•
Always overlap each swath and dischar
downwind whenever possible.
• T
o clear snow from crushed rock or gravel, push down
on the handle to raise the rotor blades clear of the
loose material and push the snowthrower forward.
•
In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and
moving parts may freeze solid.
for
ce when trying to operate fr
have dif
engine and let it run for a few minutes.
•
After clearing the snow
minutes to prevent moving parts from freezing. Shut
of
snowthrower.
IMPORTANT
position and on its wheels or hang it on a wall by its
handle. Storing the snowthr
may cause hard starting.
Folding
ficulty operating any control or part, start the
, let the engine run for a few
f the engine and remove all ice and snow from the
: Stor
e the snowthrower in its operating
the Snowthrower
Do not use excessive
ower on its fr
ge the snow
ozen contr
ont housing
ols.
If you
DANGER
Throwing
Snow
WARNING
POTENTIAL
•
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
•
Keep the ar
that could be picked up and thr
blades.
•
Keep all children and pets away fr
operation.
•
The snowthrower clears down to the ground and
propels itself forward when you raise the handle. The
snowthrower tilts
HAZARD
own by the r
O AVOID THE HAZARD
ea to be clear
slightly
ed fr
ee of all objects
forward so that rotor blades
otor blades.
own by r
om ar
ea of
otor
POTENTIAL
•
Gasoline and its fumes ar
explosive, and danger
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
If gasoline contacts a flame or is inhaled,
serious personal injury an occur
HOW T
•
Always r
tank befor
or vehicle; r
page 10.
1.
Remove the knob from the rear of the dischar
(Fig. 2).
2.
Fold the dischar
tightly onto the bolt at the rear of the dischar
handle (Fig. 7).
3.
Loosen the knobs on the handle and fold the handle
down over the snowthrower (Fig. 7).
4.
Carry the snowthrower by its dischar
(Fig. 7).
HAZARD
e highly flammable,
ous if inhaled.
.
O AVOID THE HAZARD
emove gasoline fr
e transporting in a closed car trunk
efer to
Emptying the Fuel T
ge chute down and install the knob
om snowthr
ge chute handle
ower fuel
ank
on
ge chute
ge chute
9
1
1. Discharge
2.
Discharge chute handle
chute
3
2
Figure
7
3. Handle
Maintenance
Note:
When you unfold the handle the dischar
tighten all the knobs
securely.
ge chute,
Recommended
Service
Fuel tank
Scraper
Drive belt
Spark plug
Rotor blades Inspect the rotor blades. Replace if necessary
Tighten
fasteners
Item
Maintenance Schedule
Service Operation
Drain the fuel and run the engine until the fuel tank
and the carburetor are dry.
Check the scraper
Inspect the drive belt. Replace if necessary
Clean, inspect, and gap. Replace if necessary
Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if
necessary.
. Replace if necessary
CAUTION
POTENTIAL
•
If you leave the wir
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
Someone accidentally starting the engine could seriously injur
HOW T
•
Pull the wir
does not accidentally contact the spark plug.
HAZARD
e on the spark plug, someone could start the engine.
O AVOID THE HAZARD
e off of the spark plug befor
e you do any maintenance. Also, push it aside so it
At
Initial
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e you or other bystanders.
Storage
Comments
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ighten fasteners
as needed.
Emptying
1. Stop
2.
the engine and remove the key from the switch.
Remove the fuel tank cap and use a pump-type syphon
to drain the fuel into a clean and approved gasoline
container.
the Fuel T
ank
10
3.
Start the engine and allow it to run until it consumes
all the fuel in the fuel tank and stops. Repeat this step
two more times to ensure that the fuel tank and the
carburetor are empty
.
Replacing
Before
each season, inspect the scraper for wear
the Scraper
. If the
thickness of the scraper’s bottom is less than 1/16 in.
(1.6 mm), replace the scraper (Fig. 8).
1.
Stop the engine and remove the key from the switch.
2.
Pull the wire of
3.
Remove the three screws that hold the scraper in place.
f the spark plug.
2
5.
Pull the idler pulley up slightly while pulling out the
drive belt. Allow the pulley to gradually release when
it can move past the belt (Fig. 10).
6.
Rotate the rotor and work the drive belt of
pulley
. The belt should slide easily of
f the rotor
f the drive pulley
(Fig. 10).
7.
Loop the new drive belt around the drive pulley
While holding the drive belt, slip it onto the rotor
pulley and rotate the rotor until the drive belt is
completely on the rotor pulley (Fig. 10).
.
1
Figure
1. Scraper 2. Wear
4. Remove
5.
Secure the new scraper to the housing with the three
the scraper
.
8
indicator groove
screws.
Replacing
Inspect
the drive belt before each season, and replace it if
the Drive Belt
it is worn or damaged.
1.
Stop the engine and remove the key from the switch.
2.
Pull the wire of
3.
Remove the three self-tapping screws, one capscrew
one washer
f the spark plug.
, and one nut that secure the left side cover
to the snowthrower frame (Fig. 9).
,
3
4
1
1. Rotor
2.
Drive pulley
Make
Figure
pulley
sure that the long end of the idler spring is
10
3.
4.
Idler pulley
Drive belt
hooked in the housing notch and the round end of the
spring is hooked on the pin on the back of the idler
pulley (Fig. 1
Lift up the idler pulley arm assembly
8.
together
(Fig. 1
1).
, squeeze the belt
, and route the belt under the idler pulley
1).
1
2
2
1. Self
tapping screws
4. Remove
the cover
.
1
Figure
9
2. Capscrew
, nut, washer
11
1. Idler
2.
Idler spring
pulley
3
Figure
2
1
1
3. Notch
9. Install
Replacing
Before
in the center of the plug are dark or have deteriorated,
install a new NGK BPMR4A spark plug.
1.
the drive belt cover and tighten the fasteners
securely
, but
do not overtighten
.
the Spark Plug
each season, check the spark plug. If the electrodes
Remove the two screws that secure the control panel to
the housing (Fig. 12).
6.
Push the wire onto the spark plug.
7.
Install the control panel with the screws.
.030 in.
(.76 mm)
m-3215
Figure
1. Control
2. Remove
3.
1. Spark
panel
the ignition key and lift of
allowing it to hang on the recoil rope.
Pull the wire of
plug (Fig. 13).
plug wire
f the spark plug and remove the spark
Figure
12
13
2. Screws
f the panel,
Replacing
Before
each season, inspect the rotor blades for wear
1
2
917
1
918
When a rotor blade edge has worn to the wear indicator
hole (Fig. 14), replace
performance and to prevent damage to the underside of
the snowthrower
1. Wear
Note:
blades. This ensures proper snowthrower operation and
performance.
Note:
or the sidewalk determines the wear rate of the rotor
blades.
indicator hole
Replace the scraper whenever you replace the rotor
The running time and the roughness of the driveway
the Rotor Blades
both
rotor blades to ensure proper
.
1
Figure
14
.
Removing the Old Blade
Note: You
procedure.
will need a T27 torx driver to complete this
4. Examine
fouled, or dirty
IMPORTANT
spark plug. Dirt may fall into the cylinder and cause
engine damage.
5.
Set the gap between the electrodes at .030 in.
(.76 mm). Install the plug and tighten to 15 ft-lb
(20.4 N.m). If you do not have a torque wrench,
tighten the plug firmly
the spark plug and replace it if it is cracked,
.
: Do not sandblast, scrape, or the clean
.
Remove four torx screws, two caps screws, and six
1.
locknuts that secure the blade to the rotor shaft
assembly.
2.
Slide the blade out from between the blade supports
(Fig. 15).
Installing a New Blade
1. Examine
layer thickness (Fig. 15). Some rotor blades have a
part number on the thick side of the blade.
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a new rotor blade edge for the difference in
Install the rotor blades with the thick layer on the
inside
of the curve. (Fig. 15). If you do not install the
blades properly
cause the snowthrower to “hop” or “bounce.”
2.
Insert the new blade between the blade supports.
3.
Secure the center of the blade to the blade supports
with two capscrews and two locknuts.
4.
Position the screw heads on the thick layer side of the
blade (Fig. 15).
, the blades may be out of balance and
5.
Curve the blade and secure it with the remaining four
torx screws and locknuts, positioning the screw heads
on the thick layer side of the blade (Fig. 15).
6. T
ighten all screws and nuts securely
7.
Repeat steps 1 through 6 above to replace the other
blade.
.
1. Torx screw
2. Capscrew
3. Locknut
4.
Blade support
2
1
3
1
6
Figure
4
1
15
5.
Drive belt cover
6.
Thick layer
7.
Thin layer
8. W
ear indicator hole
7
1
8
5
Storage
Preparing
1. Add
Note: A
mix it it with fresh gasoline.
Note:
Engine Oil with Fuel Stabilizer
fuel stabilizer/conditioner
2.
3.
4.
a fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel in the fuel
tank as directed.
fuel stabilizer/conditioner works best when you
If you use
Run the engine for five minutes to distribute the
conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
Stop the engine, allow it to cool, and drain the fuel
tank.
Start the engine again and run it until it stops.
the Fuel System
Tor
o Heavy Duty 50:1 All Season 2-Cycle
, you do not need to add a
.
5.
Either choke or prime the engine, start it a third time,
and run it until it will not restart.
6.
Recycle the fuel according to local codes.
Preparing
This
procedure allows you to close both the intake and
exhaust ports of the engine, preventing cylinder bore
corrosion.
Slowly pull the recoil starter until you feel resistance
1.
due to compression pressure, then stop.
2.
Release the starter tension slowly to prevent the engine
from reversing due to compression pressure.
the Engine
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Tightening
the Fasteners and
Cleaning the Snowthrower
1. Tighten
replace damaged parts.
2.
Clean the snowthrower thoroughly
Covering
all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair or
.
and Storing the
Snowthrower
Cover
the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry place
out of the reach of children.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•
Gasoline is highly flammable, explosive, and
danger
ous if inhaled.
WHA
T CAN HAPPEN
•
If gasoline contacts a flame or is inhaled,
serious personal injury can occur
HOW T
•
•
O AVOID THE HAZARD
Never stor
ar
ea) or a basement wher
be pr
clothes dryers.
Allow the engine to cool befor
snowthr
e the snowthrower in a house (living
e ignition sour
esent, such as hot water and space heaters,
ower in an enclosur
.
e storing the
e.
ces may
14
15
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
T
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:
T
oro Customer Service Department
811
1 L
Bloomington, MN 55420–1
612–888–8801
800–348–2424
What
Must Y
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arranty Service?
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ellow Pages of your telephone di
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You
must maintain your T
procedures described in the operator’s manual. Such
nance
routine maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by
you, is at your expense.
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arranty?
oro Product used
, please feel free
arranty
Guarantee
-
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What
Does This W
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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:
D
Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as fil
ters, fuel, lubricants, tune-up parts, blade sharpening, brake
and clutch adjustments.
D
Any product or part which has been altered or misused or
required replacement or repair due to normal wear
or lack of proper maintenance.
D
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.
D
Pickup and delivery charges for distances beyond a 15 mile
radius from an Authorized T
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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 Toro 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
during reasonable periods of
vice
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
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. Some
-
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Countries Other than the United States or Canada
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
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ficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer
.
, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with
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. If all other remedies
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