Toro 38600, 38602 Operator's Manual

Snow Commander

Snowthrower

Model No. 38600—220000001 and Up
Model No. 38602—220000001 and Up

Form No. 3326-304 Rev B

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.

Page

Checking the Tire Pressure 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Emptying the Fuel Tank 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Storage 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Fuel System 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Engine 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Preparing the Snowthrower 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Folding the Handle 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

The Toro Starting Guarantee 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement 22. . . . . .

The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Contents

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

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

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

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

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

Assembly 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Loose Parts 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Installing the Discharge Chute 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Before Starting 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mixing Gasoline and Oil 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Filling the Fuel Tank 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operation 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Operating Controls 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Engine 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Engine 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Rotor Blades 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Rotor Blades 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Traction Drive 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Traction Drive 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Discharge Chute 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Snowthrowing Tips 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Maintenance 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Recommended Maintenance Schedule 11. . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Rotor Control Cable 12. . . . . . . . . . . .

Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable 13. . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Rotor Blades 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Scraper 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Spark Plug 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Replacing the Drive Belt 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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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.

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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.

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.

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

All Rights Reserved

Printed in the USA

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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 two other words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical

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

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.

Safety

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.

Safe Operating Practices

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

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.

• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

– 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

• 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.

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• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 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.

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.

• 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 when

necessary.

Toro Snowthrower Safety

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

• 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.

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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.

61-4790 (Electric-start model only)

104-4106 (Recoil-start model only)

104-0863 (Electric-start model only)

104-0874

104-2767

104-4125

104-4135

104-2775

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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

Screws
Locknuts
Washers
Discharge chute
Chute handle

Ignition key 1 Starting and stopping the engine
Power cord 1 Starting the engine

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3
3
1
1

Installing the discharge chute

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Unfolding the Handle

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

(Fig. 2) to the handle.

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3

Important Ensure that the rotor control cable and the

traction drive cable are properly adjusted (Fig. 2). Refer to
Adjusting the Rotor Control Cable on page 12, and to
Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable on page 13.

Installing the Discharge Chute

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2

5

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Figure 2

1. Plastic tie

2. Rotor control cable

3. Control bar

4. Traction drive cable

5. Handle

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

brake will not function properly.

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

upper handle rotates freely (Fig. 3).

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2

3

5

4

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Figure 3

1. Knob (2)

2. Cable guide

3. Traction drive cable

4. Handle lock (2)

5. Upper handle (right side)

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

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. 5).

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3

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Figure 5

1. Chute ring

2. Discharge chute

3. Chute handle

2. Insert a screw in the center hole of the chute ring from

the inside until the screw just passes through the hole in
the discharge chute (Fig. 5).

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

the center hole in the chute handle with the screw, and
fully insert the screw through the center hole in the
chute handle (Fig. 5).

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Figure 4

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

5. Ensure that the cable guide is in position as shown in

Figure 3.

6. Tighten the knobs until they are snug.

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 two
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.

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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)

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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

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3

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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.

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 model only). The choke lever and the cord
connection (for the electric-start model) are located below
the control panel as shown in Figure 6.

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Figure 6

1. Key switch

2. Primer

3. Electric-start button
(electric-start model only)

4. Recoil start

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5. Cord connection
(electric-start model only;
underneath the control
panel)

6. Choke lever

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.

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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: The traction is most aggressive (the traction speed is
fastest) when the rotor blades are new. If you want to
reduce the aggressiveness of the traction, refer to Adjusting
the Traction Drive Cable on page 13.

Stopping the Traction Drive

To stop the traction drive, partially release the control bar
until the rotor blades lift off the ground, disengaging the
traction drive. Releasing the control bar completely stops
both the traction drive and the rotor blades.

Note: Run the electric starter no more than ten times at
intervals of five seconds on, then five seconds off.

Important Running the electric starter extensively can

overheat and damage the starter.

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

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

Starting the Rotor Blades

Adjusting the Discharge Chute

Move the chute handle left and right to adjust the direction
of the snow stream (Fig. 7). The chute deflector handle on
top of the discharge chute controls the height of the snow
stream. Do not overtighten the chute deflector mounting

locknuts.

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1

3

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Figure 7

1. Chute deflector mounting
locknut (2)

Important Do not use the chute handle to lift the

snowthrower. This can damage both the chute handle and
the snowthrower.

2. Chute deflector handle

3. Chute handle

To start the rotor blades, squeeze the control bar toward the
handle until the snowthrower begins to pivot.

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.

Starting the Traction Drive

To start the traction drive, slowly squeeze the control bar
toward the handle. The front of the snowthrower pivots
downward. When the rotor blades touch the ground, the
snowthrower begins to move forward. Squeezing the
control bar completely to the handle provides maximum
traction.

Snowthrowing Tips

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 engage the traction drive.

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• 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.

• 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.

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 rotor control cable and the traction drive cable both initially and after
the first hour of operation; adjust them if necessary. Refer to Adjusting the Rotor
Control Cable on page 12 and to Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable on page 13.

• Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary.

• Check the rotor control cable and the traction drive cable. Adjust them if

necessary. Refer to Adjusting the Rotor Control Cable on page 12 and to
Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable on page 13.

• 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 13 and to Replacing the Scraper on page 14.

• 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 14 and to Replacing the Rotor Blades on
page 13.

• Inspect the spark plug and check the gap; replace the spark plug if necessary.
Refer to Replacing the Spark Plug on page 15.

• Inspect the drive belt and replace it if necessary. Refer to Replacing the Drive
Belt on page 15.

• Check the pressure in the tires and inflate them to between 15 and 20 psi
(103 and 137 kPa). Refer to Checking the Tire Pressure on page 16.

• Store the snowthrower properly. Refer to Storage on page 17.

• 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.

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Adjusting the Rotor Control
Cable

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

Checking the Rotor Control Cable

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5

6

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

2. Move the control bar back toward the handle until you

remove the slack in the cable (Fig. 8).

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2

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Figure 8

1. Rotor control cable

2. Control bar

3. Handle

3. Ensure that a 1/8 to 1/4 in. (3 to 6 mm) gap exists

between the control bar bracket and the handle as
shown in Figure 9.

3

2

m-5069

1

Figure 9

1. Control bar bracket

2. 1/8 to 1/4 in. (3 to 6 mm)
gap

3. Handle

Important The rotor control cable must have slack in it

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

Adjusting the Rotor Control Cable

1. Unhook the spring end from the hole in the center of the
control bar bracket as shown in Figure 10.

7

1

4

3

m-5054

Figure 10

1. Cable

2. Z-fitting

3. Cable adjuster

4. Spring

5. Spring cover

6. Control bar bracket

7. Hole in the center of the
control bar bracket

2. Slide the spring cover up the cable adjuster.

3. Unhook the Z-fitting from the cable adjuster (Fig. 10),

and position it in a different hole on the adjuster to
obtain a gap of 1/8 to 1/4 inch (3 to 6 mm) between the
control bar bracket and the handle (Fig. 9).

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

4. Install the spring cover over the cable adjuster.

5. Hook the spring end into the hole in the center of the

control bar bracket as shown in Figure 10.

6. Check the adjustment (refer to Checking the Rotor

Control Cable on page 12).

Note: 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 two or three seasons of
normal usage (10 to 15 operating hours). If the drive belt
slips (continuously squeals) under a heavy load, increase
the belt tension by positioning the spring end in the other
hole in the control bar bracket as shown in Figure 10.
Adjust the gap between the control bar bracket and the
handle to 1/8 to 1/4 in. (3 to 6 mm).

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

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Adjusting the Traction Drive
Cable

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

Important If the pivot plate touches the wheel frame

before the control bar touches the handle, the cable is too
tight. Adjust the cable to increase the gap between the pivot
plate and the wheel frame, but ensure that the gap is not
more than 1/8 in. (3 mm). Adjusting the cable correctly
minimizes the effort needed to operate the control bar.

Checking the Traction Drive Cable

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

2. Squeeze the control bar toward the handle.

3. Hold the control bar against the right side of the handle

as shown in Figure 11.

2

1

m-5066

Figure 11

1. Right side of the control
bar

4. Ensure that the distance between the pivot plate and the
wheel frame is 0 to 1/8 in. (0 to 3 mm) as shown in
Figure 12.

1

2. Handle

2

3

4

Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable

Unhook the Z-fitting from the pivot cable adjuster
(Fig. 12), and position the Z-fitting in a different hole on
the pivot cable adjuster to obtain the proper gap between
the pivot plate and the wheel frame.

Note: Moving the Z-fitting to a hole closer to the ground
decreases the gap between the pivot plate and the wheel
frame; moving it to a hole farther from the ground increases
the gap.

Note: The traction is most aggressive (the traction speed is
fastest) when the rotor blades are new. If you want to
reduce the aggressiveness of the traction, move the
Z-fitting one hole farther from the ground. The gap
between the pivot plate and the wheel frame will be about
1/4 in. (6 mm).

After the rotor blades have worn slightly, the traction won’t
feel as aggressive. To increase the traction, adjust the
traction drive cable to attain the original gap between the
pivot plate and the wheel frame of 0 to 1/8 in. (0 to 3 mm).

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. 13), replace all three rotor blades to ensure
proper performance and to prevent damage to the underside
of the snowthrower.

1

1. Pivot plate

2. Pivot cable adjuster

3. Z-fitting

Figure 12

4. 0 to 1/8 in. (0 to 3 mm)

5. Wheel frame

gap

5

m-5056

m-5058

Figure 13

1. Rotor blade 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.

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

3 through 5 of Replacing the Spark Plug on page 15.

3

1

2

4

m-5059

Removing the Old Rotor Blades

Note: To make replacing the rotor blades easier, do not
remove all the old rotor blades at once; this disassembles
the rotor drum, making installing the new rotor blades more
difficult. Replace the rotor blades one at a time to keep the
rotor drum intact.

1. Remove the four torx screws and the four locknuts that

secure the outer edges of the rotor blade to the rotor
assembly (Fig. 14).

2

1

3

5

6

7

3

4

4

m-5057

Figure 15

1. Thick rubber side

2. Wear indicator hole

3. Thin rubber side

4. Inside of curved surface

Install the rotor blades with the thick rubber layer on the
inside of the curved surface (Fig. 15). If you do not
install the rotor blades properly, they will wear out more
quickly.

2. Insert the new rotor blade between the rotor drum parts.

3. Secure the new rotor blade to the rotor drum parts with

the two hex-head cap screws and two locknuts that you
previously removed. Position the bolt heads on the thick
rubber side of the rotor blade (Figs. 14 and 15).

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

remaining torx screws and locknuts, positioning the
screw heads on the thick rubber side of the rotor blade
(Figs. 14 and 15).

5. Tighten all screws and locknuts securely.

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

page 14.

7. Connect the wire to the spark plug.

Figure 14

1. Rotor blade (3)

2. Rotor assembly

3. Rotor drum

4. Locknut (18)

5. Torx screw (12)

6. Spacer (6)

7. Hex-head cap screw (6)

2. Remove the two hex-head cap screws and two locknuts

that secure the center of the rotor blade to the rotor
drum (Fig. 14).

3. Slide the rotor blade out from between the rotor drum

parts (Fig. 14).

4. Remove the two spacers from the old rotor blade and

install them in the new rotor blade.

Installing the New Rotor Blades

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

the thickness of the rubber layers (Fig. 15).

8. Install the control panel.

9. Insert the key in the switch.
Note: The traction is most aggressive (the traction speed is

fastest) when the rotor blades are new. If you want to
reduce the aggressiveness of the traction, refer to Adjusting
the Traction Drive Cable on page 13.

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

3 through 5 of Replacing the Spark Plug on page 15.

4. Tip the snowthrower backward onto its handle.

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5. Remove the six bolts and locknuts that hold the scraper

in place (Fig. 16).

2

3

1

m-5060

5. Lift up the shroud and disconnect the wire from the
spark plug (Fig. 18).

1

2

m-5062

Figure 18

1. Shroud 2. Spark-plug wire

Figure 16

1. Carriage bolt (6)

2. Locknut (6)

3. Scraper

6. Remove the old scraper .

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 two mounting screws that secure the

control panel to the housing (Fig. 17).

2

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 19.

1

m-3215

Figure 19

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.

m-5061

1

Figure 17

1. Control panel 2. Mounting screws (2)

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

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 15.

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4. Remove the two self-tapping screws, three cap screws,

one washer, and three locknuts that secure the drive belt
cover to the snowthrower frame (Fig. 20). Set the drive
belt cover aside.

3

2

1

4

5

m-5064

Figure 20

1. Drive belt cover

2. Left rotor guard

3. Washer

4. Snowthrower frame

5. Self-tapping screws

5. Remove the left rotor guard (Fig. 20) and save it for

installation in step 10.

Important The left rotor guard acts as a water seal for

the drive. Do not assemble the drive cover without
installing this part or the drive belt will slip and fail.

6. Remove the old drive belt from the engine pulley and

the idler pulley (Fig. 21).

8. Push down on the idler pulley and route a new drive

belt around the rotor pulley (Fig. 21).

9. Release the idler pulley and route the new drive belt

over the two belt guides, around the engine pulley, and
between the idler pulley and the roller (Fig. 21).

Important The drive belt must be on top of the roller

and the two belt guides as shown in Figure 21.

10.Install the left rotor guard.

11. Install the drive belt cover. Tighten the fasteners

securely, but do not overtighten.

12.Connect the wire to the spark plug.

13.Install the control panel.

14.Insert the key in the switch.

Checking the Tire Pressure

Inflate both tires to between 15 and 20 psi (103 and
137 kPa).

Emptying the Fuel Tank

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

2. Remove the key from the switch.

Danger

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

1

7

2

3

4

6

5

m-5063

Figure 21

1. Brake arm assembly

2. Idler pulley

3. Roller

4. Engine pulley

5. Belt guides

6. Rotor pulley

7. Left rotor guard

7. Push down on the idler pulley and remove the old drive

belt from the rotor pulley (Fig. 21).

• 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.

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 two more times to ensure that the fuel tank and
the carburetor are empty.

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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.

Preparing the Fuel System

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

tank as directed.

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 22.

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 five 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.

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.

1. Slowly pull the recoil starter until you feel resistance

due to compression pressure, then stop.

m-5046

Figure 22

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

2. Release the starter tension gradually by allowing the

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

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Troubleshooting

Toro designed and built your snowthrower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully,
and refer to Maintenance on page 11 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
two 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.

On

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

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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 rotor 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 rotor
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 rotor control cable is

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.

improperly adjusted.

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

2. Check the traction drive cable,
and adjust or replace it.

3. Replace the scraper.

4. Replace the rotor blades and
the scraper.

1. Check the traction drive cable,
and adjust or replace it.

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 rotor control cable.

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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 tem perature 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

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 Y ellow 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 T oro 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

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:

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 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. I f all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty
Company.

Part No. 374-0011 Rev. A