Toro 38516, 38517, 38518 Operator's Manual

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Form No. 3326-125 Rev A

CCR 2450 GTS

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Snowthrower

Model No. 38515—220000001 and Up Model No. 38516—220000001 and Up Model No. 38517—220000001 and Up Model No. 38518—220000001 and Up

Operator’s Manual

Domestic English (EN)

Warning

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Important This engine is not equipped with a spark

arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws.

This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.

Ce système d’allumage par étincelle de véhicule est conforme à la norme NMB-002 du Canada.

Contents

Page

Introduction 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safe Operating Practices 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Toro Snowthrower Safety 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safety and Instruction Decals 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Assembly 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loose Parts 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unfolding the Handle 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Handle 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Discharge Chute 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing the Chute Crank 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Before Starting 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mixing Gasoline and Oil 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filling the Fuel Tank 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reviewing the Maintenance Schedule 12. . . . . . . . . .

Operation 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating Controls 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Engine 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Engine 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Rotor Blades 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Rotor Blades 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Discharge Chute 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snowthrowing Tips 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Maintenance Schedule 15. . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Control Cable 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Rotor Blades 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Scraper 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Spark Plug 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Drive Belt 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Emptying the Fuel Tank 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Fuel System 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Engine 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Snowthrower 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Folding the Handle 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 24. . . . . .

The Toro Starting Guarantee 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Introduction

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 Toro designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.

Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 illustrates the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.

Figure 1

1. Location of the model and serial numbers

Write the product model and serial numbers in the space below:

Model No.

Serial No.

m5515

 2003 by The Toro Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420-1196

Printed in the USA

This manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury and even death. Danger, Warning, and Caution are signal words used to identify the level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.

Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

information and Note: emphasizes general information worthy of special attention.

Safety

Models 38517 and 38518 meet or exceed the B71.3 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time of production.

To ensure maximum safety and best performance, and to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you and any other operator of the snowthrower read and understand the contents of this manual before the engine is ever started.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you

to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

Improperly using or maintaining this snowthrower could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential, comply with the following safety instructions.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

Preparation

• Thoroughly inspect the area where you will use the

snowthrower. Remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

• Release the control bar to disengage the rotor blades

before starting the engine.

• Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing

adequate winter garments. Wear footwear that will improve your 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 the fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never

fill the fuel tank indoors.

– Replace the fuel tank cap securely and wipe up any

spilled fuel.

• Use only the power cord supplied with the snowthrower

and a receptacle appropriate for use with the power cord for electric-start motors.

• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the

engine is running, except where specifically recommended by Toro.

• Let the engine and the snowthrower adjust to the

outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow.

• Operating any powered machine can result in foreign

objects being thrown into the eyes. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating, adjusting, or repairing the snowthrower.

Operation

Safe Operating Practices

The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI B71.3–1995 standard and the ISO 8437:1989 standard.

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 snowthrower. Never

allow adults to operate the snowthrower without proper instruction.

• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons

(particularly small children) and pets.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.

Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

• Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel drives,

walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

• Do not attempt to clear snow from a crushed-rock or

gravel surface. This product is intended for use only on paved surfaces.

• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove

the ignition key, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage, and repair the damage before operating the snowthrower.

• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the

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

• Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating

position, before unclogging the discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain

that the rotor blades and all moving parts have stopped.

• 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, and drop-offs without properly adjusting the snow discharge angle. Keep children and pets away.

• Rotating rotor blades can injure fingers or hands. Stay

behind the handles and away from the discharge

opening while operating the snowthrower. Keep your

face, hands, feet, and any other part of your body or

clothing away from moving or rotating parts.

• Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, and inspecting the

snowthrower, and before unclogging the dischar ge

chute, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all

moving parts to stop.

• Use a stick, not your hands, to remove obstructions

from the discharge chute.

• Before leaving the operating position, stop the engine,

remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop.

• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing that could get caught

in moving parts.

• If a shield, safety device, or decal is damaged, illegible,

or lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation.

Also, tighten any loose fasteners.

• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to

clear snow at too fast a rate.

• Look behind and use care when backing up with the

snowthrower.

• Never direct the discharge at bystanders or allow

anyone in front of the unit.

• Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility

or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handle. Walk; never run.

Maintenance and Storage

• Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper

tightness to be sure that 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 and clothes dryers. 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.

• Do not smoke while handling gasoline.

• Do not use the snowthrower on a roof.

• Do not touch the engine while it is running or soon after

it has stopped because the engine may be hot enough to

cause a burn.

• Perform only those maintenance instructions described

in this manual. Before performing any maintenance,

service, or adjustment, stop the engine, remove the key,

and disconnect the wire from the spark plug. If major

repairs are ever needed, contact your Authorized

Service Dealer.

• Do not change the governor settings on the engine.

• When storing the snowthrower for more than 30 days,

drain the fuel from the fuel tank to prevent a potential

hazard. Store fuel in an approved fuel container.

Remove the key from the ignition switch before storing

the snowthrower.

• To ensure the best performance and safety, purchase

only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels when

necessary.

Toro Snowthrower Safety

The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know.

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.

60-9480

105-3521 (Model 38515) or

105-1955 (Model 38517)

61-4790 (Electric-start models only)

104-2767

104-2775

105-3523 (Model 38516) or

105-1954 (Model 38518)

104-4135

French translation of U.S. EPA decal text:

Ce moteur est conforme à la réglementation antipollution Phase EPA relative aux moteurs ULGE.

Famille : XXXXX.XXXXXX Nº de modèle : XXX–XXXX CYLINDREE (CC) : 141 Pour plus de détails sur la

sécurité, l’entretien et les réglages, reportez-vous au manuel de l’utilisateur. Nº de téléphone des services de vente et d’après-vente aux Etats-Unis : 1-800-526-6937

The Toro Company Bloomington, MN INFORMATION

IMPORTANTE CONCERNANT LE MOTEUR

Assembly

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Loose Parts

DESCRIPTION QTY. USE

Knob Curved washer Handle lock

Screws Locknuts Washers Discharge chute Chute handle (Models 38515 and 38516 only)

Bolts Locknuts Chute crank and mounting bracket

Ignition key 1 Starting and stopping the engine Power cord (electric-start models only) 1 Starting the engine

Unfolding the Handle

Models 38515 and 38516

1. Cut the plastic tie that secures the control cable to the

handle (Fig. 2).

1 1 1

3 3 3 1 1

2 2 1

Installing the handle (Models 38517 and 38518 only)

Installing the discharge chute

Installing the chute crank (Models 38517 and 38518 only)

Important

brake will not function properly.

2. Loosen the knobs and pull out the handle locks until the

upper handle rotates freely (Fig. 3).

If you do not cut the plastic tie, the rotor

1. Handle

2. Plastic tie

Figure 2

3. Control cable

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Figure 3

1. Knob (2)

2. Upper handle

3. Position the upper handle as shown in Figure 4.

3. Handle lock (2)

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Installing the Handle

Models 38517 and 38518

1. Cut the plastic tie that secures the control cable to the

handle (Fig. 6).

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Figure 4

4. Insert the loose end of the control cable into the bottom

hole in the control bar (Fig. 5).

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Figure 5

1. Top hole

2. Bottom hole

3. Control bar

4. Spring cover

5. Control cable

5. Fully insert the handle locks (Fig. 3).

Important Ensure that the control cable is not pinched

by the upper handle or the handle lock.

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Figure 6

1. Handle

2. Plastic tie

3. Control cable

Important If you do not cut the plastic tie, the rotor

brake will not function properly.

2. Loosen the knob and pull out the handle lock on the

right side of the handle until the upper handle rotates

freely (Fig. 7).

6. Tighten the knobs until they are snug.

7. Adjust the control cable. Refer to Adjusting the Control

Cable on page 16.

Figure 7

1. Knob (2)

2. Curved washer (2)

3. Upper handle

4. Handle lock (2)

3. Position the upper handle as shown in Figure 8.

Installing the Discharge Chute

Models 38515 and 38516

1. Place the discharge chute over the chute ring, and align

the hole in the back of the discharge chute with the center hole in the chute ring (Fig. 10).

m5516

Figure 8

4. Loosely install the handle lock, curved washer, and

knob on the left side of the handle as shown in Figure 7. Note: Ensure that the curved side of the curved washer

is against the handle.

5. Insert the loose end of the control cable into the bottom

hole in the control bar (Fig. 9).

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m5520

Figure 10

1. Chute ring

2. Discharge chute

3. Chute handle

2. Insert a screw through the center hole of the chute ring

from the inside and through the hole in the discharge chute (Fig. 10).

3. Insert the chute handle over the discharge chute, and

fully insert the screw through the center hole in the chute handle (Fig. 10).

Figure 9

1. Control cable

2. Control bar

3. Top hole

4. Bottom hole

6. Fully insert the handle locks (Fig. 3).

Important Ensure that the control cable is not pinched

by the upper handle or the handle lock.

7. Tighten the knobs until they are snug.

8. Adjust the control cable. Refer to Adjusting the Control

Cable on page 16.

4. Install a washer and a locknut on the screw, and tighten

the locknut until it is finger tight.

5. Align the remaining holes of the chute handle, the

discharge chute, and the chute ring, and insert the 2 remaining screws through the holes from the inside of the chute ring.

6. Install the washers and the locknuts on the screws, and

tighten the locknuts until they are finger tight.

7. Tighten all locknuts securely.

Models 38517 and 38518

1. Place the discharge chute over the chute ring, and align

the hole in the back of the discharge chute with the center hole in the chute ring (Fig. 11).

Installing the Chute Crank

Models 38517 and 38518

1. Insert the flattened end of the chute crank through the

hole in the shroud while aligning the mounting bracket

with the holes in the lower handle (Fig. 12).

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Figure 11

1. Chute ring 2. Discharge chute

2. Insert a screw through the center hole of the chute ring

from the inside and through the hole in the discharge chute (Fig. 11).

3. Install a washer and a locknut on the screw, and tighten

the locknut until it is finger tight.

4. Align the remaining holes of the discharge chute and

the chute ring, and insert the 2 remaining screws through the holes from the inside of the chute ring.

5. Install the washers and the locknuts on the screws, and

tighten the locknuts until they are finger tight.

6. Tighten all locknuts securely.

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Figure 12

1. Chute crank

2. Plastic bushing

3. Mounting bracket

2. Slowly rotate the crank until the flattened end fits into

the hidden gear opening and the chute ring turns with

the crank (Fig. 12).

3. Ensure that the plastic bushing is fully inserted into the

hole in the mounting bracket. If not, slide it along the

crank and into the hole (Fig. 12).

4. Secure the mounting bracket to the handle with 2 bolts

and locknuts (Fig. 12).

Before Starting

Danger

Mixing Gasoline and Oil

Your Toro snowthrower is powered by a two-cycle engine that requires a 50:1 gasoline-to-oil mixture.

Use only clean, unleaded gasoline no more than 30 days old and with an octane rating of 87 or higher. Using unleaded gasoline reduces combustion chamber deposits and promotes longer spark plug life.

Engines certified to comply with U.S. EPA emission regulations for ULGE engines are certified to operate on a

mixture of regular unleaded gasoline and oil, include the following emission control system(s): EM and TWC (if equipped), and do not include any user-adjustable features.

Important Do not use methanol, gasoline containing

methanol, gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, premium gasoline, or white gas. Using these fuels can damage the fuel system.

Important Do not use an automotive oil (such as SAE

30 or 10W30), a two-cycle oil that is not NMMA TCW-certified, or a fuel mixed at the wrong gasoline-to-oil ratio. This can cause engine damage not covered under the Toro warranty.

Danger

In certain conditions, gasoline is extremely flammable and highly explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and can damage property.

• Fill the fuel tank outdoors, in an open area, and

when the engine is cold. Wipe 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 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 from an open flame or where a spark may ignite the gasoline fumes.

• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container and

keep it out of the reach of children.

• Never buy more than a 30-day supply of

gasoline.

When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others and damage property.

• Always place gasoline containers on the ground

and away from your vehicle before filling.

• 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, remove gasoline-powered

equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel the equipment with its wheels on the ground.

• If this is not possible, then refuel such

equipment on a truck or trailer from a portable container, not from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

• If you must use a gasoline dispenser nozzle, keep

the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete.

Note: Use a fuel stabilizer/conditioner for all Toro

gasoline-powered products 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. A fuel stabilizer/conditioner works best when you mix it with fresh gasoline. If you use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel Stabilizer Added), you do not need to add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner.

Important Do not use fuel additives except a fuel

stabilizer during storage. Do not use fuel stabilizers with an alcohol base, such as ethanol, methanol, or isopropanol.

1. Pour a half gallon (1.9 liters) of fresh, unleaded

gasoline into an approved fuel container.

Note: Do not mix gasoline and oil in the fuel tank. Oil at room temperature mixes easier and more thoroughly than cold oil. Oil below 32°F (0°C) requires additional mixing.

2. Add the full amount of Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel

Stabilizer Added) or an equivalent high grade, NMMA

TCW-certified two-cycle oil to the gasoline according to the chart below:

50:1 Gasoline-to-Oil Ratio Mixing Chart

Gasoline Oil

1 gallon (4 liters) 2.6 ounces (80 ml)

2 gallons (8 liters) 5.2 ounces (160 ml)

5 gallons (20 liters) 13 ounces (400 ml)

3. Install the cap on the fuel container.

4. Shake the container to mix the gasoline and oil

thoroughly.

5. Slowly remove the cap and add the remaining amount

of gasoline.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Important Do not overfill the fuel tank. The

gasoline-and-oil mixture must have room to expand.

1. Clean around the fuel tank cap; do not allow snow or

water to enter the fuel tank.

2. Remove the fuel tank cap and fill the fuel tank with the

gasoline-and-oil mixture until the level is 1/4 to 1/2 in. (6 to 13 mm) below the bottom of the filler neck. Do

not fill into the filler neck.

3. Install the fuel tank cap securely and wipe up any

spilled fuel.

Reviewing the Maintenance Schedule

Review the Recommended Maintenance Schedule on page 15. You may need to perform one or more additional procedures before or soon after you begin operating the snowthrower.

Operation

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Operating Controls

The snowthrower control panel contains a key switch, a primer, a recoil starter, and an electric-start button (electric-start models only). The choke lever and the cord connection (for the electric-start models) are located below the control panel as shown in Figure 13.

1. Key switch

2. Primer

3. Electric-start button

(electric-start models

only)

4. Recoil start

Figure 13

5. Cord connection (electric-start models only; below the control panel)

6. Choke lever

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Starting the Engine

1. Turn the key to the On position.

2. Move the choke lever to the right.

3. Cover the hole in the center of the primer with your

thumb and push the primer in twice, pausing a moment between pushes. In extremely cold temperatures, repeat this step if necessary.

Note: Take off your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole.

Note: Do not use the choke or the primer when starting a warm engine.

4. Start the engine by doing the following: For a recoil starter: Hold the snowthrower handle 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.

Caution

If you leave the snowthrower plugged into a power outlet, someone can inadvertently start the snowthrower and injure people or damage property.

Unplug the power cord whenever you are not starting the snowthrower.

B. Push the starter button. Note: Run the electric starter no more than 10 times at

intervals of 5 seconds on, then 5 seconds off.

Important Running the electric starter extensively can

overheat and damage it.

Note: If the engine does not start after this series of attempts, wait at least 40 minutes to allow the starter to cool before attempting to start it again.

Note: If the engine does not start after the second series of attempts, take the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer for service.

C. When the engine starts, disconnect the power cord

from the snowthrower and the outlet.

5. With the engine running, move the choke lever to the

left slowly.

Stopping the Engine

Adjusting the Discharge Chute

Models 38515 and 38516

Move the chute handle left and right to adjust the direction of the snow stream (Fig. 14). The chute deflector handle on top of the discharge chute controls the height of the snow stream.

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Figure 14

1. Chute deflector handle

2. Deflector mounting locknut (2)

Note: Do not overtighten the chute deflector mounting locknuts.

Important Do not use the chute handle to lift the

snowthrower. This can damage the chute handle.

3. Chute handle

Turn the key to the Off position and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position.

Starting the Rotor Blades

To start the rotor blades, squeeze the control bar and the handle together.

Stopping the Rotor Blades

To stop the rotor blades, release the control bar. Note: When you release the control bar, the rotor blades

stop, but the engine continues to run.

Models 38517 and 38518

Rotate the chute crank clockwise to move the discharge chute to the right or counterclockwise to move the chute to the left (Fig. 15). The chute deflector handle on top of the discharge chute controls the height of the snow stream.

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Figure 15

1. Chute deflector handle

2. Deflector mounting locknut (2)

3. Chute crank

Note: Do not overtighten the chute deflector mounting locknuts.

Snowthrowing Tips

• In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and

moving parts may freeze. Do not use excessive force when trying to operate frozen controls. If you have difficulty operating any control or part, start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.

• After clearing the snow, let the engine run for a few

minutes to prevent moving parts from freezing. Shut off the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove all ice and snow from the snowthrower.

• With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle several

times to prevent the recoil starter from freezing up.

• For models with a chute crank, operate the chute crank

several times to remove any ice and snow.

Warning

The rotor blades can throw stones, toys and other foreign objects and cause serious personal injury to the operator or to bystanders.

• Keep the area to be cleared free of all objects

that the rotor blades could pick up and throw.

• Keep all children and pets away from the area

of operation.

• Remove the snow as soon as possible after it falls. This produces the best snow removal results.

• The snowthrower clears down to the ground and propels itself forward when you raise the handle. The snowthrower tilts slightly forward so that the rotor blades 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.

• If the snowthrower does not propel itself forward on slippery surfaces or in heavy snow, push forward on the handle, but allow the snowthrower to work at its own pace.

• Overlap each swath to ensure complete snow removal.

• Discharge the snow downwind whenever possible.

• Do not attempt to clear snow from a crushed-rock or

gravel surface. This product is intended for use only on paved surfaces.

Maintenance

Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Service

Interval

Initially

Annually

Maintenance Procedure

• Check the control cable both initially and after the first hour of operation; adjust it if necessary. Refer to Adjusting the Control Cable on page 16.

• Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary.

• Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. Refer to Adjusting the Control

Cable on page 16.

• Inspect the rotor blades and replace them if necessary. Replace the scraper when you replace the rotor blades. Refer to Replacing the Rotor Blades on page 17 and to Replacing the Scraper on page 19.

• Inspect the scraper and replace it if necessary. If the rotor blades are partially or completely worn, replace the rotor blades when you replace the scraper. Refer to Replacing the Scraper on page 19 and to Replacing the Rotor Blades on page 17.

• Inspect the spark plug and check the gap; replace the spark plug if necessary. Refer to Replacing the Spark Plug on page 19.

• Inspect the drive belt and replace it if necessary. Refer to Replacing the Drive Belt on page 20.

• Store the snowthrower properly. Refer to Storage on page 21.

• Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary.

Caution

If you leave the wire on the spark plug, someone could start the engine accidentally and seriously injure you or other bystanders.

Disconnect the wire from the spark plug before you do any maintenance. Set the wire aside so that it does not accidentally contact the spark plug.

Adjusting the Control Cable

Check the control cable for proper adjustment initially, after the first operating hour, and then annually thereafter.

Checking the Cable

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Move the control bar back toward the handle to remove

the slack in the cable as shown in Figure 16 (for models 38515 and 38516) or Figure 17 (for models 38517 and

38518).

Important The control cable must contain slack when

you disengage the control bar for the rotor blades to stop properly.

Adjusting the Cable

For Models 38515 and 38516 only:

1. Unhook the spring end from the control bar (Fig. 16).

2. Slide the spring cover off the spring and the cable

adjuster (Fig. 18).

Models 38515 and 38516

Figure 16

1. Top hole

2. Bottom hole

3. 1/16 to 1/8 in. (2 to 3 mm) gap

Models 38517 and 38518

4. Control bar

5. Spring cover

6. Control cable

m-5533/m-2708

897

Figure 18

1. Cable

2. Z-fitting

3. Cable adjuster

4. Spring

3. Unhook the Z-fitting from the cable adjuster (Fig. 18)

and position the Z-fitting in a higher or lower hole on the adjuster to obtain a proper gap of 1/16 to 1/8 in. (2 to 3 mm) between the control bar and the handle (Fig. 16).

Note: Moving the Z-fitting to a hole closer to the spring decreases the gap between the control bar and the handle; moving it to a hole farther from the spring increases the gap.

4. Slide the spring cover over the cable adjuster and the

spring.

5. Hook the spring into the bottom hole of the control bar.

6. Check the adjustment (refer to steps 2 and 3 of

Checking the Cable on page 16).

Figure 17

1. Cable

2. Control bar

3. Top hole

4. Bottom hole

5. 1/16 to 1/8 in. (2 to 3 mm) gap

3. Ensure that a 1/16 to 1/8 in. (2 to 3 mm) gap exists

between the control bar and the handle. Refer to the inset in Figure 5 (models 38515 and 38516) or the inset in Figure 9 (models 38517 and 38518). To adjust the cable, go to Adjusting the Cable on page 16.

m-5519

For Models 38517 and 38518:

1. Unhook the upper cable end from the hole in the control

bar (Fig. 17).

drive system. To remove moisture, start the rotor and operate it without a load for 30 seconds. Once you remove the moisture, the drive belt should not slip.

2. Slide the spring cover up the cable to expose the cable

adjuster (Fig. 19).

Figure 19

1. Cable adjuster

2. Z-fitting

3. Spring cover

3. Unhook the Z-fitting from the cable adjuster (Fig. 18)

and position it in a higher or lower hole on the adjuster to obtain a gap of 1/16 to 1/8 in. (2 to 3 mm) between the control bar and the handle (Fig. 9).

Note: Moving the Z-fitting to a hole closer to the spring decreases the gap between the control bar and the handle; moving it to a hole farther from the spring increases the gap.

4. Slide the spring cover over the cable adjuster.

5. Install the upper cable end into the bottom hole in the

control bar.

Replacing the Rotor Blades

Before each season, inspect the rotor blades for wear. When a rotor blade edge has worn down to the wear indicator hole (Fig. 20), replace both rotor blades to ensure proper performance and to prevent damage to the underside of the snowthrower.

Figure 20

1. Wear indicator hole

Important Replace the scraper whenever you replace

the rotor blades. This ensures proper snowthrower operation and performance.

Note: The running time and the roughness of the driveway or the sidewalk determines the wear rate of the rotor blades.

Note: You need a No. T27 torx driver to complete this procedure.

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Remove the key from the switch.

3. Remove the control panel and disconnect the wire from

the spark plug. Refer to steps 3 through 5 of Replacing the Spark Plug on page 19.

m-5538a

6. Check the adjustment (refer to steps 2 and 3 of

Checking the Cable on page 16).

After extended use, the drive belt may wear and lose its proper belt tension. Improper belt tension causes the belt to slip and decreases the performance under a heavy load. Belt slippage may occur after 2 or 3 seasons of normal usage (10 to 15 hours). If the drive belt slips (continuously squeals) under a heavy load, increase the belt tension by inserting the spring end into the top hole of the control bar (Fig. 16 or Fig. 17).

Note: Using the incorrect adjusting hole can reduce the drive belt life. Occasional belt slippage (squealing) may occur in extremely wet conditions due to moisture in the

Removing the Old Rotor Blades

1. Remove the 4 torx screws and the 4 locknuts that secure

the outer edges of the rotor blade to the rotor assembly (Fig. 21).

680

Figure 21

1. Rotor blade (2)

2. Rotor half (2)

3. Torx screw (8)

4. Locknuts (13)

5. Hex-head bolts (4)

6. Spacer (4)

7. Rotor assembly

8. Long hex-head bolt

2. Remove the 2 hex-head bolts and 2 locknuts that secure

the center of the blade to the rotor halves (Fig. 21).

3. Loosen the long hex-head bolt that secures the rotor

halves to the auger shaft assembly (Fig. 21).

4. Slide the rotor blade out from between the rotor halves

(Fig. 21).

5. Remove the 2 spacers from the old rotor blade and

install the spacers in a new rotor blade.

Installing a New Rotor Blade

1. Examine a new rotor blade edge for the difference in

the thickness of the rubber layers (Fig. 22).

m-5538a/m-5059

Figure 22

1. Thick rubber side

2. Wear indicator hole

3. Thin rubber side

4. Inside of curved surface

Install the new rotor blade with the thick rubber layer on the inside of the curved surface (Fig. 22). If you do not install the rotor blade properly, it will wear out more quickly.

2. Ensure that the spacers are in the new rotor blade, and

insert the new rotor blade between the rotor halves.

3. Secure the new rotor blade to the rotor halves with the 2

hex-head bolts and 2 locknuts that you previously removed. Position the bolt heads on the thick rubber side of the rotor blade (Fig. 22).

4. Curve the new rotor blade and secure it with the torx

screws and locknuts you previously removed, positioning the screw heads on the thick rubber side of the rotor blade (Fig. 22).

5. Tighten all screws and locknuts securely.

6. Replace the scraper. Refer to Replacing the Scraper on

page 19.

7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

8. Install the control panel.

9. Insert the key in the switch.

Replacing the Scraper

Note: If the rotor blades are partially or completely worn, replace the rotor blades when you replace the scraper. This ensures proper snowthrower operation and performance.

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Remove the key from the switch.

3. Remove the control panel and disconnect the wire from

the spark plug. Refer to steps 3 through 5 of Replacing the Spark Plug on page 19.

4. Tip the snowthrower forward onto its front housing.

5. Remove the 3 carriage bolts and the locknuts that hold

the scraper in place (Fig. 23).

m-5535

m-5061a

Figure 24

1. Control panel 2. Mounting screws (3)

4. Lift off the panel, allowing it to hang on the recoil rope.

5. Lift up the shroud and disconnect the wire from the

spark plug (Fig. 25).

Figure 23

1. Carriage bolt (3)

2. Locknut (3)

3. Scraper

6. Remove the old scraper by sliding it to the right and

down.

7. Install a new scraper to the housing using the bolts and

the locknuts you previously removed.

8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

9. Install the control panel.

10.Insert the key in the switch.

Replacing the Spark Plug

Use a NGK BPMR4A or equivalent spark plug. Install a new spark plug before each season.

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Remove the key from the switch.

3. Remove the 3 mounting screws that secure the control

panel to the housing (Fig. 24).

m-5529

Figure 25

1. Shroud 2. Spark-plug wire

6. Clean any debris from around the base of the spark

plug.

7. Remove the spark plug.

8. Examine the spark plug and replace it if it is cracked,

fouled, dirty, or if the electrodes are worn.

Important Do not clean the electrodes because grit

could enter the cylinder and damage the engine.

9. Set the gap between the electrodes on the spark plug at

0.030 in. (0.76 mm) as shown in Figure 26.

5. Pull up on the idler pulley and remove the old drive belt

from the rotor pulley, the brake arm assembly, and the engine pulley (Fig. 28).

m-3215

Figure 26

1. 0.030 in. (0.76 mm)

10.Install the spark plug by hand and then torque it to

15 ft-lb (20.4 Nm). If you do not have a torque wrench, tighten the plug firmly.

11. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

12.Install the control panel.

13.Insert the key in the switch.

Replacing the Drive Belt

Inspect the drive belt before each season, and replace it if it is worn or damaged.

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Remove the key from the switch.

3. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. Refer to steps

3 through 5 of Replacing the Spark Plug on page 19.

4. Remove the fasteners that secure the drive belt cover to

the snowthrower frame (Fig. 27). Set the drive belt cover aside.

626

Figure 28

1. Engine pulley

2. Idler pulley

3. Roller

4. Brake arm assembly

5. Rotor pulley

6. Belt guide

6. Loop the new drive belt around the engine pulley, under

the idler pulley, over the roller, through the brake assembly, and around the rotor pulley (Fig. 28).

Important The drive belt must be on top of the roller as

shown in Figure 28.

1. Drive belt cover

2. Nut (2)

3. Washer

7. Install the drive belt cover. Tighten the fasteners

securely, but do not overtighten.

8. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

9. Install the control panel.

10.Insert the key in the switch.

Emptying the Fuel Tank

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Remove the key from the switch.

m-5534

Figure 27

4. Short self-tapping screw (2)

5. Long self-tapping screw

6. Bolt (2)

Danger

Gasoline is highly flammable; it can ignite and cause serious personal injury.

• Drain gasoline outdoors.

• Drain gasoline from a cold engine only.

• Wipe up any gasoline that may have spilled.

• Do not drain gasoline near any open flame or

where gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.

• Do not smoke a cigar, a cigarette, or a pipe when

handling gasoline.

5. Start the engine and run it until it stops.

6. Choke or prime the engine, start it a third time, and run

the engine until it will not start.

7. Dispose of unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to

local codes, or use it in your automobile.

Note: Do not store stabilized fuel for more than 90 days.

Preparing the Engine

Follow this procedure to prevent cylinder bore corrosion by closing both the intake and exhaust ports of the engine.

3. Remove the fuel tank cap and use a hand pump to pump

the fuel into an approved fuel container.

4. Start the engine and allow it to run until it stops. Repeat

this step 2 more times to ensure that the fuel tank and the carburetor are empty.

Storage

Important Store the snowthrower in its operating

position and on its wheels. Storing the snowthrower on its front housing may cause hard starting.

Warning

Gasoline fumes are highly flammable, explosive, and dangerous if inhaled. If you store the product in an area with an open flame, the gasoline fumes may ignite and cause an explosion.

Do not store the snowthrower in a house (living area), basement, or any other area where ignition sources may be present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, furnaces, and other like appliances.

1. Slowly pull the recoil starter until you feel resistance

due to compression pressure, then stop.

2. Release the starter tension gradually by allowing the

rope to go back slowly to prevent the engine from reversing due to compression pressure.

Preparing the Snowthrower

1. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair or

replace any damaged parts.

2. Clean the snowthrower thoroughly.

3. 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.

Folding the Handle

You may fold the handle when you store your snowthrower.

1. Loosen the knobs and pull out the handle locks until the

upper handle rotates freely (Fig. 3).

2. Position the upper handle as shown in Figure 29.

Preparing the Fuel System

1. Add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel in the fuel

tank as directed.

Note: If you use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel Stabilizer Added), you do not need to add a fuel

stabilizer/conditioner.

2. Run the engine for 5 minutes to distribute the

conditioned fuel through the fuel system.

3. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.

4. Use a hand pump to pump the fuel from the fuel tank

into an approved fuel container, or run the engine until it stops.

m-5537

Figure 29

Note: To unfold the handle, refer to Unfolding the Handle on page 7.

Troubleshooting

Toro designed and built your snowthrower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully, and refer to Maintenance on page 15 for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Problem

Electric starter does not turn (electric-start models only)

Engine does not start or starts hard

Possible Causes Corrective Action

1. The power cord is disconnected at the outlet or the snowthrower.

2. The power cord is worn, corroded, or damaged.

3. The power outlet is not energized.

1. The key is not in the ignition or is in the

2. The choke is in the and the primer has not been pressed.

3. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel system contains stale fuel.

4. The engine is flooded. 4. Move the choke to the

Off

position.

Off

position

1. Connect the power cord to the outlet and/or the snowthrower.

2. Replace the power cord.

3. Have a qualified electrician energize the power outlet.

1. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the On position.

2. Move the choke to the position and press the primer 2 times.

3. Drain and fill the fuel tank with a fresh gasoline-and-oil mixture (not more than 30 days old). If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

position and pull the rope several times to clear out the rich fuel-and-air mixture from the engine.

Off

5. The spark-plug wire is loose or disconnected.

6. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect.

7. The fuel cap vent is restricted. 7. Remove the vent restriction or

Engine runs rough 1. The choke is in the On position. 1. Move the choke to the

2. The fuel system contains stale fuel.

3. The spark-plug wire is loose. 3. Connect the wire to the spark

4. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the gap is incorrect.

5. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

6. Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.

replace the fuel cap.

position.

2. Drain and fill the fuel tank with a fresh gasoline-and-oil mixture (not more than 30 days old). If the problem persists, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

plug.

4. Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary. Replace the spark plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.

Off

Problem Corrective ActionPossible Causes

Engine runs, but the snowthrower discharges snow poorly or not at all

1. You are walking too fast or too slow.

2. You are trying to remove too much snow per swath.

3. You are trying to remove extremely heavy or wet snow.

4. The discharge chute is plugged.

5. The control cable is improperly adjusted or broken.

6. The drive belt is loose or is off the pulley.

7. The drive belt is worn or broken.

8. The rotor blades are worn. 8. Replace the rotor blades and

1. Change your walking speed.

2. Reduce the amount of snow removed per swath.

3. Don’t overload the snowthrower with extremely heavy or wet snow; reduce the amount of snow removed per swath.

4. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and use a stick to remove the snow from the discharge chute.

5. Adjust or replace the control cable.

6. Inspect the drive belt, and install or replace it.

7. Replace the drive belt.

the scraper.

Snowthrower does not properly clear snow off the surface

Snowthrower does not self-propel 1. The front of the snowthrower is

Rotor blades do not stop properly 1. The control cable is improperly

1. The snow on the surface to be cleared is compacted down.

2. The front of the snowthrower is not down.

3. The scraper is excessively worn.

4. The rotor blades are excessively worn.

not down.

2. The rotor blades are excessively worn.

3. The snow is too deep or the surface is too slippery.

adjusted.

1. Throw the snow off the surface before it becomes compacted.

2. Lift up on the handle to hold down the front of the snowthrower.

3. Replace the scraper.

4. Replace the rotor blades and the scraper.

1. Lift up on the handle to hold down the front of the snowthrower.

2. Replace the rotor blades and the scraper.

3. Push forward on the handle, but allow the snowthrower to work at its own pace.

1. Adjust the control cable.

Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement

A Two-Year Limited Warranty

Your Warranty Rights and Obligations

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Toro, and Toro Warranty Company are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1997 and later utility/lawn/garden equipment engine. 1997 and later model year utility/lawn/garden equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet the U.S. EPA regulations for small non-road engines. The equipment engine must be free from defects in materials and workmanship, which cause it to fail to conform with U.S. EPA standards, for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. Toro and Toro Warranty Company warrant the emission control system on your utility/lawn/ garden equipment engine for the period of time listed above, provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance of your utility/lawn/garden equipment engine.

Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injection system, the ignition system, and catalytic converter. Also included may be hoses, belts, connectors, and other emission related assemblies.

Where a warrantable condition exists, Toro and Toro Warranty Company promise to repair your engine at no cost to you, including diagnosis, parts, and labor.

Manufacturer ’s Warranty Coverage

Toro and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant the 1997 and later utility/lawn/garden equipment engines for two years from the date of delivery. If any emission-related part on your engine is defective in materials or workmanship, we will repair or replace the part, free of charge.

Owner Responsibilities

As the engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your operator’s manual. We recommend that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment, but we cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

Any replacement part or service that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce our warranty obligation.

As the engine owner, you should be aware that we may deny you warranty coverage if your engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, or unapproved modifications or parts.

You are responsible for presenting your equipment engine to an Authorized Service Dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed thirty (30) days.

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, or if you need a referral to a Toro Service Dealer, please feel free to contact us at:

Customer Service Department Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420-1196 952-888-8801 or 800-421-9684

Warranted Parts

The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to a retail purchaser. Toro and Toro Warranty Company jointly warrant to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in materials and workmanship,

which cause the engine to fail to conform with applicable regulations, for a period of two years.

Failures caused by abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance are not covered. The use of add-on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. We are not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add-on or modified parts. We are liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. The owner is responsible for the performance of the required maintenance, as defined in the operator’s manual.

Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” shall be warranted for the warranty period. Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part. Coverage under this warranty extends only to the parts listed below (the emissions system parts) to the extent that these parts were present on the engine when purchased.

• Fuel Metering System – Cold start enrichment system including the choke mecha-

nism or priming system – Fuel pump – Air fuel ratio feedback system – Carburetor and internal parts – Fuel injection system

• Air Induction System – Air cleaner – Reed intake system – Intake manifold – Controlled hot air intake system

• Ignition System – Spark plug(s) – Ignition coils and electronics – Advance/retard mechanisms

• Catalytic Converter/Thermal Reactor System – Catalytic converter – Thermal reactor – Exhaust manifold

• Air Injection System – Air injection system or pulse valve – Valves affecting distribution of air

• Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) System – EGR valve body and piping system connecting to the

intake side of the engine

– EGR control system

• Particulate Controls – Traps, filters, precipitators, and any other device used to

capture particulate emissions

• Miscellaneous Items Used in the Above Systems – Vacuum, temperature, and time-sensitive valves and

switches – Electronic controls – Hoses, connectors, and assemblies of same

How to Get Warranty Service

Should you feel your Toro Product requires warranty service, contact the dealer who sold you the product or any Authorized Service Dealer or Master Service Dealer . The Yellow Pages of your telephone directory 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. The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective, if the diagnostic work is performed at a warranty station.

General Conditions

Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by this warranty, except for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.

All implied warranties of merchantability (that the product is fit for ordinary use) and fitness for use (that the product is fit for a particular purpose) are limited to the duration of the express warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Part No. 374-0023 Rev. A

The Toro Starting Guarantee

A Five-Year Full Warranty on All

Toro GTS



-5 Engines

Conditions and Products Covered

The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly guarantee that your Toro Engine will start on the first or second pull for five years from the date of purchase—if you provide the routine maintenance it requires—or we will fix it free of charge. This warranty covers the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation costs. This covers Toro rotary mower and snow product engines.

Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service

If a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your product’s engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure:

1. Contact any Toro Authorized or Master Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership. To locate a dealer convenient to you, refer to the Yellow Pages of your telephone directory (look under “Lawn Mowers”) or access our website at www.Toro.com. U.S. Customers may also call 800-421-9684 to use our 24-hour Toro dealer locator system.

2. Bring the product, your maintenance records, and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the Service Dealer.

If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:

Customer Care Department, Consumer Division Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420-1196 800-348-2424 (U.S. customers) 877-484-9255 (Canada customers)

Owner Responsibilities

Y ou must maintain your Toro Engine by following the maintenance schedule detailed in the operator’s manual. You must record this work in the mai n t enance chart provided in your operator’s manual and keep your proof of purchase. Such routine maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.

Items and Conditions Not Covered

There is no other express warranty except for The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee and special emission system coverage on some products. This warranty does not cover the following:

• Any repairs on products used commercially

• Normal maintenance including replacement of spark plugs, air

filter, fuel filter, and carburetor adjustments

• Oil change and lubrication

• Repairs or adjustments due to the following:

– failure to follow proper maintenance procedures – rotary mower blade or snowthrower auger/paddles striking

an object – contaminants in the fuel system – improper fuel or fuel mixture (consult your operator’s

manual if in doubt) – failure to drain the fuel system prior to any period of

non-use over three months – operation misuse, neglect, or accidents – repairs or attempted repairs by anyone other than an

Authorized Service Dealer

• Special operational conditions where starting may require more than two pulls, including the following:

– first time starts after extended period of non-use or

seasonal storage

– cool temperature starts such as those found in early spring

and late autumn (applies to rotary products only)

– improper starting procedures

If you are having difficulty starting your unit, please check the operator’s manual to ensure that you are using the correct starting procedures. This can save an unnecessary visit to a Service Dealer.

All warranty repairs reimbursable under this warranty must be performed by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.

General Conditions

Repair by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer is your sole remedy under this warranty.

Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by this warranty, including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use pending completion of repairs under this warranty.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Guaranteed to Start Maintenance Record

To keep the starting guarantee in effect, you must perform the following maintenance according to the recommended maintenance schedule. Follow the procedures in this operator’s manual and record all maintenance activities on this chart.

Date

Hours

Used

Air Cleaner

Service

(mowers only)

Change Oil

(does not apply

to two-cycle)

Lubricate Wheels

(mowers only)

Check Spark

Plug

Storage

Preparation

Date Storage

Hours

Used

Air Cleaner

Service

(mowers only)

Change Oil

(does not apply

to two-cycle)

Lubricate Wheels

(mowers only)

Check Spark

Plug

Preparation

Part No. 374-0018 Rev. C

Gas Powered Snow Products

The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee

A Two-Year Full Warranty

(Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)

Conditions and Products Covered

The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product used for normal residential purposes* if defective in materials or workmanship for a period of two years from the date of purchase.

This warranty includes the cost of parts and labor, but you must pay transportation costs. Transportation within a fifteen mile radius of the servicing dealer is covered under this warranty for two-stage snowthrowers only.

This warranty applies to all gasoline powered snow products. * Normal residential purposes means use of the product on the

same lot as your home. Use at more than one location is considered commercial use, and the commercial use warranty would apply.

Limited Warranty for Commercial Use

Toro Consumer Products used for commercial, institutional, or rental use are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for 45 days from the date of purchase.

Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service

If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, follow this procedure:

2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to the Service Dealer.

If for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer’s analysis or with the assistance provided, contact us at:

Customer Care Department, Consumer Division Toro Warranty Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420-1196 800-348-2424 (U.S. customers) 877-484-9255 (Canada customers)

Y ou must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures described in the operator’s manual. Such routine maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.

There is no other express warranty except for special emission system coverage on some products and the Toro Starting Guarantee on GTS engines. This express warranty does not cover:

• Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, 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 , accidents, 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

All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.

Repair by an Authorized Toro Service Dealer is your sole remedy under this warranty.

Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by this warranty, including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use pending completion of repairs under this warranty.

Some states d o n o t a l l o w exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions and limitations 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.

Owner Responsibilities

Items and Conditions Not Covered

General Conditions

Countries Other than the United States or Canada

Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country , province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

Part No. 374-0011 Rev. A

Toro 38516, 38517, 38518 Operator's Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual