Toro 824XL Power Throw Snowthrower Operator's Manual

FORM NO. 3318-573 Rev. A
824 XL Power Throw ™
Snowthrower
Model No. 38083 — 7900001 & Up
Operator’s Manual
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The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
m-2665
1. Model and serial number decal / m-2669
1. Traction rod 2. Lower traction rod
1. Handle 3. Axle pin 172665
2. Capscrews and curved 1. Chute control rod 3. Engine
washers 2. Traction rod
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1. Axle pin 3. Inner axle hole and wheel 1. Speed selector arm 3. Flat washer and cotter pin
2. Outer axle hole hub 2. Speed selector rod
1. Small wire connector and
Phillips head screw
2. Flange head capscrew a m-2670
and large wire connector 1
. Speed selector rod 2. Trunnion
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Hex flange nut 4. Lower control rod
2. Spring
2. Flange lock nut 5. Lower link
3. Upper control rod
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1. Traction control lever 3. Approximately 5 inches lever Р 4 Tue inches у nene
2. Handgrip 4. Three to four inches 2. Handgrip
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1. Scraper 2. Pipe plug
1. Chute control rod 3. Screw (2)
2. Chute control rod bracket
1. Flange bolt (2) 4. Lock nut
2. Skid 5. Sideplate
3. Flat washer (2)
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1. Worm gear bracket . Worm gear
2. Carriage screw . Chute gear rod
3. Flat washer . Mounting flange
4. Lock nut . Slotted hole
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1. Auger/impeller control
lever
2. Traction control lever
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3. Speed selector
4. Ignition switch
5. Discharge chute control
1. Throttle
2. Choke
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3. Primer
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m-2236 1. Chute deflector handle 2. Discharge chute
1. Fuel shut-off valve 3. Fuel line
2. Hose clamp
1. Recoil starter
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1. Carburetor heater box 4. Hex head screw
2. Phillips screw (2) 5. Spark plug wire
3. Hex head screw and lock
washer
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3. Auger blades
1. Axle gear
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1. Engine crankshaft screw, 5. Idier pulley 1. Brake pad 3. Auger/impeller drive belt
lock washer and washer 6. Center engine pulley 2. Angled cut-off 4. Traction drive belt
2. Engine pulley sheave 7. Belt guide
3. Auger/impeller drive belt 8. Traction belt
4. Large auger/impeller 9. Traction pulley
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Contents
Introduction ............................
Safety .. neo.
Before Operating ....................
While Operating .....................
Maintaining Snowthrower ........... ..
Safety Decals and Instructions ..........
LooseParts .......... cc. cit.
ACCESSOTIES .......... o. eeccaaroreac o.
Assembly ........._eoeececccccacdececcen.
Install Handle .......................
Connect Ignition Wires ...............
Install Speed Selector Rod .............
Install Traction Rod ..................
Install Auger/Impeller Drive
Control Linkage ....................
Install Chute Control Gear .............
Check Tire Pressure ..................
Install Skids ........................
Check Auger Gear Box Oil ............
Before Starting ..........eeecocecreoerecceo.
Fill Crankcase With Oil ...............
Fill Fuel Tank With Gasoline ...........
Operation .........._e_eecrovoccoocoooce..
Controls ...........—.—emeerooreee ee
Starting/Stopping Engine ..............
Free Wheeling Or Self—propelled Drive ..
Operating Tips ......................
Adjusting Scraper . ...................
Adjusting Skids .......... oo iLL
Maintenance ...........ee-_e.eeeeecoco..
Draining Gasoline ...................
Lubricating Snowthrower .............
Changing Crankcase Oil ..............
Auger GearBox Oil ..................
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt .
Replacing Auger/Impeller Drive Belt . . ..
Replacing Traction Drive Belt ..........
Adjusting Traction Drive ..............
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Adjusting Speed Selector .............. 19
Adjusting Carburetor ................. 20
Replacing Spark Plug ................. 21
Storage .. ooo KR 21
Warranty ............. iii. 24
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied
with your new product, so feel free to contact your
local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service,
genuine Toro parts, or other information you may
require.
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service
Dealer or the factory, always know the model and
serial numbers of your product. These numbers will
help the Service Dealer or Service Representative
provide exact information about your specific
product. You will find the model and serial number
decal located in a unique place on the product
(Fig. 1).
For your convenience, write the product model and
serial numbers in the space below.
Model No:
Serial No.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product correctly. Reading this
manual will help you and others avoid personal injury
and damage to the product. Although Toro designs,
produces and markets safe, state-of-the-art products,
you are responsible for using the product properly
and safely. You are also responsible for training
persons who you allow to use the product about safe
operation.
The Toro warning system in this manual identifies
potential hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, 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 the recommended
precautions are not followed.
WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed. |
CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Safety
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and
to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential
that you or any other operator of the snowthrower
read and understand the contents of this manual
before the motor is ever started. Pay particular
attention to the safety alert symbol /\ which
means CAUTION, WARNING OR DANGER —
“personal safety instruction.” Read and
understand the instruction because it has to do
with safety. Failure to comply with instruction
may result in personal injury.
This snowthrower is designed and tested to offer safe
and effective service, provided it 1s operated in strict
accordance with the following Safety Instructions.
Failure to comply with the following instructions
MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Before Operating
1.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before operating the snowthrower. Become
familiar with all controls and know how to stop
the engine quickly.
11.
Keep everyone, especially children and pets,
away from snowthrower and area of operation.
Never allow children to operate the
snowthrower. Adults should operate the
snowthrower only after reading this manual.
Thoroughly inspect area thoroughly where
snowthrower will be used. Remove doormats,
sleds, boards, sticks, wire, and any other foreign
objects which might be picked up and thrown by
the snowthrower.
Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a
shield, safety device or decal is illegible,
damaged or lost, repair or replace it before
beginning operation. Also, tighten any loose
nuts, bolts or screws.
Wear adequate winter clothing and rubber boots
that will ensure proper footing on slippery
surfaces. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that
could possibly get caught in moving parts.
- Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during
operation or while performing an adjustment or
repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that
may be thrown from the machine.
Adjust both skids so auger housing clears gravel
or crushed rock surfaces.
Before starting the engine, ensure auger drive
control and traction (wheel drive) control are in
disengaged position.
Use extension cords and receptacles
. Always use a grounded, three wire plug and cord
to start snowthrower equipped with an electric
starter. Extension cord must be connected to a
properly grounded outlet.
Fill fuel tank with gasoline before starting the
engine. Avoid spilling any gasoline. Because
gasoline is highly flammable, handle it carefully.
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE HANDLING
GASOLINE.
A. Use an approved gasoline container.
B. Fill fuel tank outdoors, not indoors.
NEVER ADD FUEL TO AN ENGINE
THAT IS RUNNING OR HOT. Engine
must be cool to reduce potential fire hazard.
C. Open doors if engine will be started in the
garage because exhaust fumes are
dangerous and could possibly be deadly. Do
not run engine indoors.
D. Wipe up any spilled gasoline. Reinstall
gasoline container cap and snowthrower
fuel tank cap securely before starting the
engine.
While Operating
12.
13.
14.
ROTATING IMPELLER OR AUGER CAN
CUT OFF OR INJURE FINGERS OR
HANDS. STAY BEHIND THE HANDLES
AND AWAY FROM DISCHARGE
OPENING WHILE OPERATING THE
SNOWTHROWER. KEEP FACE, HANDS,
FEET, AND ANY OTHER PART OF YOUR
BODY OR CLOTHING AWAY FROM
CONCEALED, MOVING OR ROTATING
PARTS.
BEFORE ADJUSTING, CLEANING,
REPAIRING, AND INSPECTING THE
SNOWTHROWER, AND BEFORE
UNCLOGGING THE DISCHARGE
CHUTE, SHUT ENGINE OFF AND WAIT
FOR ALL MOVING PARTS TO STOP.
ALSO, PULL WIRE OFF SPARK PLUG
AND KEEP WIRE AWAY FROM THE
PLUG TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL
STARTING. USE A STICK, NOT YOUR
HAND, TO REMOVE OBSTRUCTIONS
FROM DISCHARGE CHUTE.
Before leaving the operator’s position—behind
the handles—rotate ignition key to OFF and wait
for all moving parts to stop. Remove key from
switch if snowthrower will be left unattended.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
Allow engine to warm up outdoors before
clearing snow.
Operate the snowthrower only when there 1s
good visibility or light. Always maintain secure
footing and balance and keep a firm grip on the
handles, especially when operating in reverse.
Walk; never run. |
Be attentive when using the snowthrower, and
stay alert for holes in the terrain and other
hidden hazards. Be careful when clearing snow
from a gravel drive because stones could be
picked up and thrown if skids are not adjusted so
auger housing clears all rocks.
Do not make any adjustments while the engine 1s
running, with the exception of carburetor
adjustments.
Never direct discharge of snow or operate
snowthrower near bystanders, glass enclosures,
automobiles and trucks, window wells or a
drop-off without proper adjustment of the snow
chute and deflector angle.
Clear snow from slopes by going up and down,
never across the face. Use caution when
changing directions. Use lower gear when
operating on slopes. Never clear snow from
steep slopes.
Do not overload the snowthrower by clearing
snow at too fast a rate.
Do not use snowthrower on a roof.
If a foreign object is hit or snowthrower vibrates
abnormally, stop engine by turning key to OFF
and wait for all moving parts to stop. Pull wire
off spark plug and check snowthrower
immediately for possible damage, an obstruction
or loose parts. Vibration is generally a sign of
trouble. Repair any damage before starting
engine and operating snowthrower again.
24. Do not touch engine while it is running or soon
25.
26.
after it is stopped because the engine will be hot
enough to cause a burn. Do not add oil or check
oil level in crankcase when engine is running.
Never operate snowthrower at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces. Use care when
backing.
Disengage power to the collector/impeller when
snowthrower is transported or not in use.
Maintaining Snowthrower
27. Perform only those maintenance instructions
28.
29.
30.
described in this manual. Shut engine off before
performing any maintenance service or
adjustment. Additionally, pull wire off spark
plug and keep wire away from plug to prevent
accidental starting. If major repairs are ever
needed, contact your local Authorized TORO
Service Dealer for assistance.
Keep snowthrower in safe operating condition
by keeping nuts, bolts, and screws tight. Check
engine mounting bolts frequently to assure they
are tight.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels,
as necessary.
Do not overspeed the engine by changing
governor settings. Recommended maximum
engine speed 1s 3450 rpm. To assure safety and
accuracy, check maximum engine speed
(3450 rpm) with a tachometer.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
Run the machine a few minutes after throwing
snow to prevent freeze-up of the
collector/impeller.
Allow engine to cool before storing in an
enclosure such as a garage or storage shed.
NEVER STORE SNOWTHROWER IN
HOUSE (LIVING AREA) OR BASEMENT
BECAUSE GASOLINE AND FUMES ARE
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE, EXPLOSIVE,
AND DANGEROUS IF INHALED. Do not
store snowthrower near any open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
When storing the snowthrower for an extended
time—off season storage or 30 days—drain
gasoline from fuel tank to prevent a potential
hazard. Store gasoline in a safety—approved fuel
container. Remove key from ignition switch
when storing snowthrower. Store key in a
memorable place.
At the time of manufacture, the snowthrower
conformed with or exceeded OPEI safety
standards 1n effect for snowthrowers. Therefore,
to ensure best performance and safety, purchase
genuine TORO replacement parts and
accessories to keep the TORO all TORO.
NEVER USE “WILL FIT” REPLACEMENT
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES.
For safety reasons, use only those accessories
and attachments recommended by The TORO
Company to ensure continued safety certification
of the product. Using unapproved accessories
and attachments could contribute to a potential
hazard.
BEFORE OPERATING
Read and understand the contents of this manual CAUTION: IMPROPER USE MAY RESULT
before operating the snowthrower. Become familiar | IN LOSS OF FINGERS, HANDS OR FEET.
with all controls and know how to stop the engine
quickly. (ADANGER |
HIGH SPEED IMPELLER
WITHIN 2 INCHES OF
OPENING
OPERATOR'S
POSITION
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LOW SPEED AUGER
HAS MOVING PINCH
POINT, CLOSE TO
OPENING.
Safety Decals and Instructions
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.
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Loose Parts
Part
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Use
Cotter Pin
Flat Washer
Install Speed Selector Rod
Capscrews & Curved Washers
Install Handle
Lower Link
Hex Flange Nut
Flange Lock Nut
Compression Spring
Install Auger & Traction Drive Control Rod
Worm Gear
Bracket
Carriage Screw
Flat Washer
Lock Nut
Install Chute Control Rod
Flange Head Capscrew
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Connect Wires
Skid
Flange Head Screw 5/16-18 x 3/4 lg.
Flat Washer
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Install Skids
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Use in Ignition Switch
Registration Card
Used to Validate Product Warranty
Operator's Manual
Operator Instructions
Specifications and design subject to change without notice.
Accessories
Description Part Number
110 Vac Electric Starter Kit 38039
Tire Chain Kit 56-2700
Drift Breaker Kit 37-7020
Cab Kit 95-2650
Assembly
Note: Determine left and right sides of
snowthrower by standing in the normal
operating position.
Install Handle
1. Remove tie straps securing control rods to
handle.
2. Remove the axle pins from both wheels (Fig. 2)
and slide the wheels outward on the axle
approximately one inch to make clearance for
assembly of handles.
3. Hold handles in installation position and insert
traction rod through loop in lower traction rod
(Fig. 3).
IMPORTANT: Make sure chute control rod
assembly is between engine and traction rod
(Fig. 4).
4. Position left handle against side of unit, align
handle mount holes with holes in side plate, and
secure with two capscrews and curved washers
until finger tight (Fig. 2).
Note: Concave side of curved washer goes
against outside of handle.
Repeat procedure on right side. Make sure
handles are at same height before tightening
handle screws on both sides of unit.
5. Reinstall the wheels. Note that there are two
holes in each end of the axle. Axle pins are
installed through holes in the wheel hub and
through inner hole of axle (Fig. 5).
Note: If snowthrower is to be equipped with
optional tire chains, wheels must be
pinned through outer axle holes.
Connect Ignition Wires
1.
Remove Phillips head screw from engine
bracket, install wire with smaller connector and
reassemble to engine bracket (Fig. 6).
Insert flange head capscrew through large
connector on remaining wire and install in lower
hole in engine bracket (Fig. 6). Make sure wire
connectors do not touch each other after
tightening.
Install Speed Selector Rod
1.
Pull speed selector arm (Fig. 7) to the fully “out”
position and move speed selector (Fig. 19) on
control panel to the Ry (REVERSE) position to
case assembly.
Rotate speed selector rod in trunnion (Fig. 8)
until bottom end of rod can be slipped into hole
in speed selector arm (Fig. 7).
Install speed selector rod into selector arm, add
one flat washer on the rod and secure with cotter
pin (Fig. 7).
Note: If speed selector will not move into
fifth gear, an adjustment is necessary:
refer to Adjusting Speed Selector,
page 19.
If unit speed does not meet your preference once
you have started unit, additional adjustment of
the speed selector 1s needed. Refer to Adjusting
Speed Selector, page 19.
Install Traction Rod
1.
Slide spring onto bottom of traction control rod
(Fig. 9).
Thread a flange lock nut (flange side up) onto
bottom of traction control rod below spring
(Fig. 9).
Adjust flange lock nut up or down on traction
control rod until the distance between the top of
the handgrip and the bottom of the traction
control lever (Fig. 19) is approximately
five inches (Fig. 10). This is a preliminary
setting only.
Move speed selector (Fig. 19) into fifth gear.
Slowly pull machine backward while slowly
depressing traction control lever toward handle.
Adjustment is correct when wheels stop turning
and the distance between the top of the handgrip
and the bottom of the traction control lever is
three to four inches (Fig. 10). Readjust flange
lock nut, if necessary, to obtain this dimension
and then tighten flange lock nut securely.
Install Auger/Impeller Drive
Control Linkage
1.
Thread a hex flange nut (flange side down) onto
upper control rod located on right handle
(Fig. 11).
Install lower link through outer hole in lower
control rod (Fig. 11).
Insert upper control rod through loop in lower
link control rod (Fig. 11).
Thread a flange lock nut (flange side up) onto
bottom of upper control rod below loop in lower
link (Fig. 11).
Check the distance between the top of the
handgrip and the bottom of the auger/impeller
contro] lever (Fig. 19). Distance should be
approximately four inches (Fig. 12). This is a
preliminary setting only.
Compress auger/impeller control lever slowly
toward handgrip. The amount of force to
compress the lever will increase noticeably when
slack is removed from the drive belt
(approximately one-half of lever movement).
Adjustment is correct when the force begins to
increase and the distance between the top of the
handgrip and the bottom of the auger/impeller
control lever 1s two inches.
Note: If force does not noticeably increase,
remove the belt cover (refer to
Replacing Auger/ Impeller Drive Belt,
steps 1-2, page 18) and measure the
one to two inch dimension above the
handgrip at the point where the slack is
removed from the auger drive belt.
Readjust the two nuts, if necessary, to obtain this
dimension then tighten the two nuts securely
(Fig. 11).
Install Chute Control Gear
1.
Remove (2) screws from chute control rod
bracket on left side of frame, remove bracket,
insert chute control rod through hole in bracket
and reinstall bracket with two screws (Fig. 13).
Insert carriage screw into worm gear bracket
mounting hole (Fig. 14).
Position worm gear into bracket, align slotted
holes in worm gear and bracket and insert chute
gear rod through slotted holes in bracket and
gear (Fig. 14).
Loosely mount worm gear and bracket to
mounting flange with carriage screw, flat washer
and lock nut (Fig. 14).
Slide worm gear into teeth of chute gear and
tighten lock nut.
Check operation of discharge chute control
(Fig. 19). Move worm gear slightly outward if
binding 1s evident.
Check Tire Pressure
IMPORTANT: Check pressure of tires
because they are over-inflated at the factory
for shipping. Therefore, before the
snowthrower is operated, reduce pressure in
both tires to 7-15 psi equally.
Install Skids
1. Check tire pressure; refer to Check Tire Pressure,
page 10.
2. Move the snowthrower onto a flat surface and
check 1f scraper (Fig. 15) 1s parallel to the
ground. If not, adjust scraper; refer to Adjusting
Scraper, page 14.
3. Remove (2) flange bolts and flat washers
securing ends of scraper to side plates (Fig. 16).
Reinstall bolts through rear slots in skids.
Assemble both skids so that washers are between
skids and sideplates (Fig. 16). Do not tighten
bolts.
4. Install (2) flange bolts through front slots in
skids and through sideplates. Install flat washers
and lock nuts on inside of sideplates. Do not
tighten bolts.
Note: The following steps adjust the skids for
paved surfaces. For gravel or crushed
rock surfaces, refer to Adjusting Skids,
page 15.
5. Support the scraper to be 1/8 inch above a level
surface if the snowthrower is to be used on
smooth pavement.
Note: The scraper should be higher than 1/8
inch above the pavement if the
pavement surfaces are cracked, rough
Or uneven.
6. Move the skids down to sit flat on the ground
and tighten the (4) flange bolts securing both
skids to the auger side plates.
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Check Auger Gear Box Oil
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Move snowthrower to a level surface.
Clean area around pipe plug so dirt is removed.
Remove pipe plug from gear box (Fig. 15).
Check oil level in gear box. Oil must be at point
of overflowing in filler opening.
If level of oil is low, add GL.-5 or GL-6 SAE
85-95 EP transmission oil to the gear box until
point of overflow.
Note: Do not use synthetic gear oil.
Reinstall pipe plug in gear box.
Before Starting
Fill Crankcase With Oil
The engine is shipped from the factory without oil in
the crankcase. Therefore, before starting the engine,
oil must be added to the crankcase.
IMPORTANT: Check level of oil every 5
operating hours or each time unit is used.
Initially, change oil after the first 2 hours of
operation; thereafter, under normal
conditions, change oil after every 25 hours of
operation or annually, whichever comes first.
Move unit to a level surface to ensure an
accurate oil level reading.
Clean area around dipstick to prevent foreign
matter from entering filler hole when dipstick is
removed (Fig. 17).
Remove dipstick from crankcase.
Slowly pour 26 ounces of SAE 5W—30 or
SAE 10 oil into the filler hole. The engine uses
any high-quality detergent oil having the
American Petroleum Institute (API) “service
classification”—SE SG or SH.
Note: Dipstick must be fully installed to
ensure accurate gauging of oil level.
DO NOT OVERFILL. POUR OIL
SLOWLY.
Fill Fuel Tank With Gasoline
POTENTIAL HAZARD
¢ In certain conditions gasoline is extremely
flammable and highly explosive.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
e À fire or explosion from gasoline can burn
you, others, and cause property damage.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
e Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors,
in an open area, 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” (6 mm to 13 mm) below the
bottom of the filler neck. This empty space
in the tank allows gasoline to expand.
e Never smoke when handling gasoline, and
stay away from an open flame or where
gasoline fumes may be ignited by a spark.
e Store gasoline in an approved container
and keep it out of the reach of children.
e Never buy more than a 30-day supply of
gasoline.
Use clean, fresh lead-free gasoline, including
oxygenated or reformulated gasoline, with an octane
rating of 85 or higher. To ensure freshness, purchase
only the quantity of gasoline that can be used in 30
days. Use of lead-free gasoline results in fewer
combustion chamber deposits and longer spark plug
life. Use of premium grade fuel 1s not necessary or
recommended.
IMPORTANT: NEVER USE METHANOL,
GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL,
GASOHOL CONTAINING MORE THAN
10% ETHANOL, PREMIUM GASOLINE
OR WHITE GAS BECAUSE ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM DAMAGE COULD
RESULT.
Toro also recommends that Toro Stabilizet/
Conditioner be used regularly in all Toro gasoline
powered products during operation and storage
seasons. Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans the
engine during operation and prevents gum-like
varnish deposits from forming in the engine during
periods of storage.
DO NOT USE FUEL ADDITIVES OTHER
THAN THOSE MANUFACTURED FOR FUEL
STABILIZATION DURING STORAGE SUCH
AS TORO”S STABILIZER/CONDITIONER OR
A SIMILAR PRODUCT. TORO’S
STABILIZER/CONDITIONER IS A
PETROLEUM DISTILLATE BASED
CONDITIONER/STABILIZER. TORO DOES
NOT RECOMMEND STABILIZERS WITH AN
ALCOHOL BASE SUCH AS ETHANOL,
METHANOL OR ISOPROPYL. ADDITIVES
SHOULD NOT BE USED TO TRY TO
ENHANCE THE POWER OR PERFORMANCE
OF MACHINE.
1. Clean area around the fuel tank cap (Fig. 17).
Remove cap from fuel tank.
2. Using unieaded, regular gasolme, fill tank to
Within 1/4” to 1/2” (6 to 13 mm) from the top of
the tank, not into the filler neck (Fig. 18). This
space 1s for expansion of fuel. Do not fill tank
full. Fuel tank capacity is 4 quarts.
3. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
4. Reinstall fuel tank cap.
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Operation
Controls
Auger/Impeller Control Lever (Fig. 19)—Control
has two positions: ENGAGE and DISENGAGE. To
engage both auger and impeller, compress lever
against right handgrip. To disengage, release lever.
Traction Control Lever (Fig. 19)—To engage
traction (wheel drive), lever must be compressed
against left handgrip. To stop traction, release lever.
Speed Selector (Fig. 19)—The selector has five
speeds forward and two reverse speeds. To select
speeds, move speed selector to desired position.
Before shifting gears into or out of
reverse, the traction control lever must
be released. On—the—go shifting may
be accomplished between any of the
FORWARD speeds without releasing
the traction control lever.
Note:
Ignition Switch (Fig. 19)—Switch has two positions:
ON © and OFF ©). Rotate key to ON O position
before starting engine with the recoil starter. To stop
engine, rotate key to OFF Ce),
Discharge Chute Control (Fig. 19)—Rotate
discharge chute control clockwise to move discharge
chute to the right and counterclockwise to move chute
to the left.
Throttle (Fig. 20)—Moving throttle upward
increases engine speed and downward decreases
engine speed. Moving throttle completely downward
stops the engine.
Choke (Fig. 20)—Rotate choke to ON IN] choke
position to start a cold engine. As engine warms up,
move choke gradually to OFF [+].
Primer (Fig. 20) —Press primer to pump a small
amount of gasoline into engine for improved cold
weather starting.
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Fuel Shut-Off Valve (Fig. 21)— Valve is located
under fuel tank. Close valve to stop fuel flow from
fuel tank and open valve to allow fuel to flow to the
carburetor. Close valve when snowthrower is not 1n
use.
Recoil Starter (Fig. 22) —Recoil starter 1s on back
side of engine. Pull recoil starter to start engine.
Chute Deflector Handle (Fig. 23)—Deflector handle
is on top of discharge chute, and it is used to control
height of the snow stream.
Starting/Stopping Engine
If engine 1s operated when temperature is +40°F
(4°C) or higher, remove carburetor heater box
(Fig. 24). However, the heater box must be reinstalled
when temperature falls below +40°F (4°C). To
remove heater box:
1. Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
2. Remove (2) Phillips screws, (2) hex head screws
and (1) lock washer securing heater box in place
(Fig. 24). Pull choke knob off choke rod
(Fig. 20).
3. Lift heater box up and away from the engine,
and reinstall choke knob on mounting pin.
Starting
IMPORTANT: Make sure auger, impeller,
and discharge chute contain no obstructions
before operating unit. USE A STICK, NOT
YOUR HAND, TO REMOVE ANY
OBSTRUCTIONS.
1. Place spark plug wire on spark plug (Fig. 24).
2. Move throttle (Fig. 20) to FAST * position.
3. Ensure that auger/impeller control lever and
traction control lever are in disengaged position
(Fig. 19).
10.
11.
Open fuel shut-off valve below fuel tank
(Fig. 21).
Rotate choke (Fig. 20) to ON I position.
Rotate ignition key (Fig. 19) to ON O position.
Cover hole in center of primer (Fig. 20) with
thumb and push primer slowly three times. DO
NOT PRIME IF THE ENGINE HAS BEEN
RUNNING AND IS HOT.
Note: Excessive priming may cause flooding
of engine and failure to start.
Grasp recoil starter handle (Fig. 22) and pull it
out slowly until positive engagement results;
then pull vigorously to start the engine. Keep
firm grip on starter handle and return the rope
slowly.
Note: If engine does not start or if
temperature is ~10°F (-23°C) or
below, additional priming may be
required. After each additional prime,
try to start the engine before priming
again.
After engine starts, immediately rotate choke
(Fig. 20) to 3/4 position. As engine warms up,
rotate choke to 1/2 position; then to OFF
position. If engine falters, return choke to 1/2
position. When engine warms sufficiently, rotate
choke to OFF 11] position.
Move speed selector (Fig. 19) to first gear,
squeeze traction control lever to handgrip, and
then release the traction control lever. If the unit
moves forward (walks) before engaging traction
control lever or after releasing lever, see
Adjusting Traction Drive, page 19.
Make sure that auger and impeller are not
rotating when auger/impeller control lever is
disengaged. While standing in the operator
position behind the handles, look around to the
side of the auger housing (Fig. 25). If the auger
and impeller are rotating, a large screw head on
the side of the auger housing will be rotating
(Fig. 25). If the auger and impeller are
rotating when the the engine is running and
the auger/impeller control lever is not
engaged, immediately stop the unit. Refer to
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt, page 17. If
the problem persists, bring unit to an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer for repair.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate unit if auger
‘and impeller rotate when auger/impeller
control lever is not engaged.
Before Stopping
1.
Engage auger to clear any remaining snow from
inside the housing.
Run engine for a few minutes to help dry off any
moisture which may have accumulated on
engine.
With engine running, pull recoil starter with a
rapid, continuous full arm stroke three or four
times. This helps prevent possible freeze—up of
recoil starter due to extreme snow blowing
conditions.
Note: Pulling of recoil starter rope produces a
loud, clattering sound. This is not
harmful to the engine or the starter.
Stopping
1.
Release traction and auger/impeller control
levers (Fig. 19).
Move throttle (Fig. 20) to SLOW -* and
rotate ignition key (Fig. 19) to OFF 9,
Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving
the operator’s position (behind the handles).
Remove key {rom ignition switch to prevent
unauthorized use of snowthrower. Store key in a
memorable place.
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Free Wheeling Or
Self-propelled Drive
The snowthrower can be free wheeled or engaged for
self-propelled operation. There are two holes in each
end of the axle. When axle pins are through outer axle
holes and not through wheel hub (Fig. 5),
snowthrower free wheels. By contrast, when both
pins are installed through holes in wheel hub and
inner hole of axle (Fig. 5), snowthrower propels
itself.
Operating Tips
1.
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When snowthrower is not being used, close fuel
shut-off valve and remove key from the switch.
Remove snow as soon as possible after it falls.
This produces best snow removal results.
Adjust skids to match the type of surface being
cleaned; refer to Adjusting Skids, page 15.
The snowthrower is designed to clean snow
down to the contact surface, but there are times
when the front of the snowthrower may tend to
ride up. If this happens, reduce forward speed by
shifting into a lower gear. If front still tends to
ride up, lift up on both handles to hold down
front of snowthrower.
Discharge snow downwind whenever possible,
and overlap each swath to ensure complete snow
removal. If wheels slip, shift into a lower gear to
reduce forward speed.
Run snowthrower for a few minutes after
clearing snow so moving parts do not freeze.
Engage auger to clear any remaining snow from
inside housing.
Do not overload snowthrower by clearing snow
at too fast a rate. If engine slows down, shift to a
lower gear to reduce forward speed.
Always use FAST %' throttle (maximum engine
speed) when throwing snow for maximum
throwing distance and to minimize clogging.
9. Inwetor slushy conditions, clogging of the
discharge chute will be reduced by maintaining
maximum engine speed and by not overloading
the engine.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
e Rotating impeller or auger can cause
injury.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
e Rotating impeller or auger can cut off or
injure fingers or hands.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
e Stay behind the handles and away from
discharge opening while operating the
snowthrower.
e Keep face, hands, feet and any other part of
your body or clothing away from
concealed, moving or rotating parts.
e Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing and
inspecting the snowthrower, and before
unclogging the discharge chute, shut engine
off and wait for all moving parts to stop.
e Also, pull wire off spark plug and keep
wire away from the plug to prevent
accidental starting.
e USE A STICK, NOT YOUR HANDS, TO
REMOVE OBSTRUCTIONS FROM
DISCHARGE CHUTE.
10. In some snow and cold weather conditions, some
controls and moving parts may freeze. Therefore,
- when any control becomes hard to operate, stop
the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop;
then check all parts for freeze up. DO NOT USE
EXCESSIVE FORCE AND TRY TO OPERATE
THE CONTROLS WHEN FROZEN. Free all
controls and moving parts before operating.
Adjusting Scraper
Adjust the scraper to compensate for wear and to
ensure that the auger does not contact the pavement.
Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
Check the tire pressure in both tires. Make sure
that they are inflated equally between 7-15 psi.
Move snowthrower to a level surface.
Loosen the (4) flange bolts securing both skids
to the auger side plates (Fig. 16) until the skids
can be slid up and down easily.
Next, loosen the carriage screws securing the
scraper to the auger housing (Fig. 26).
Support the auger blades (Fig. 26) so that the
auger 1s 1/8—1/4 inch off the ground.
Move the scraper so that 1t contacts the flat
surface all the way across, then tighten the two
rear flanged bolts securing scraper and skids to
the side plates. This temporarily locks the
scraper in the proper position so that the
remainder of the fasteners can be tightened
Without affecting adjustment.
Secure the scraper using carriage screws and
nylon lock nuts.
Adjust the skids; refer to Adjusting Skids,
page 15.
Adjusting Skids (Fig. 16)
For Concrete or Asphalt Surfaces
If the snowthrower is not cleaning up the snow close
enough to the pavement, adjust the skids to lower the
scraper.
If the scraper catches on cracks in the pavement,
adjust the skids to raise the scraper.
Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
Loosen the (4) flange bolts securing both skids
to the auger side plates (Fig. 16).
Check scraper adjustment to ensure that the
auger does not contact the pavement; refer to
Adjusting Scraper, page 14.
Support the scraper to be 1/8 inch above a level
surface if the snowthrower is to be used on
smooth pavement.
Note: The scraper should be higher than 3/16
inch above the pavement if the
pavement surfaces are cracked, rough
or uneven.
Move the skids down to sit flat on the ground
and tighten the (4) flange bolts securing both
skids to the auger side plates.
For Gravel Surfaces
For gravel or crushed rock surfaces, adjust the skids
to prevent picking up rocks.
1.
Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
Loosen the (4) flange bolts securing both skids
to auger side plates (Fig. 16). Next, slide skids
down as far as possible so auger will be
supported as far from the level surface as skid
adjustment allows. Tighten flange bolts.
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Maintenance
POTENTIAL HAZARD
o If you leave the wire on the spark plug,
someone could accidentally start the engine.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
* Accidental starting of engine could
seriously injure you or other bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
e Pull wire off spark plug and remove key
from switch before you do any
maintenance. Also push wire aside so it
does not accidentally contact spark plug.
Draining Gasoline
1.
Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
Close fuel shut-off valve located under fuel tank
(Fig. 21).
POTENTIAL HAZARD
e Gasoline is highly flammable.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
e (Gasoline can be ignited and cause serious
personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
® Drain gasoline outdoors.
® Drain gasoline from a cold engine only.
* Wipe up any gasoline that may have
spilled.
e Do not drain gasoline near any open flame
or where gasoline fumes may be ignited by
a spark.
e DO NOT SMOKE a cigar, cigarette or pipe
when handling gasoline.
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Place a clean drain pan under fuel shut—off
valve.
Loosen hose clamp securing fuel line to valve
and slide line off valve (Fig. 21).
Open valve by rotating valve to the right. This
allows fuel to flow into drain pan.
Reinstall fuel line and secure with hose clamp.
Reinstall spark plug wire and restart unit. Run
engine until it stops.
Lubricating Snowthrower
Lubricate moving parts of the snowthrower after
every 15 hours of operation.
1.
Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
Drain gasoline from fuel tank; refer to Draining
Gasoline, page 16.
Tip snowthrower forward onto auger housing
and block it so it cannot fall. Now, remove (8)
screws holding back and bottom covers in place
and remove covers (Fig. 27).
Lightly lubricate snowthrower with light oil as
shown in Figures 28 and 29. Wipe up any excess
oil.
Lightly grease axle gear (Fig. 28). Wipe up any
EXCESS grease.
IMPORTANT: Do not get oil or grease on
rubber wheel or friction drive plate because
the wheel will slip and the rubber may
deteriorate.
Reinstall back and bottom covers with (8)
screws.
Changing Crankcase Oil
Initially, change oil after the first 2 hours of engine
operation; thereafter, under normal conditions, change
oil after every 25 hours of engine operation or
annually, whichever comes first. If possible, run
engine just before changing oil because warm oil
flows better and carries more contaminants than cold
oil.
1. Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
2. Clean area around oil drain plug. Next, slide oil
drain pan below drain extension; then remove oil
drain plug (Fig. 30).
3. After all oil is drained, reinstall oil drain plug.
4. Position snowthrower on a level surface. Next,
fill crankcase with oil: refer to Fill Crankcase
With Oil, page 10. Wipe up any oil that may
have spilled.
Auger Gear Box Oil
The auger gear box oil level must be checked at time
of snowthrower assembly, after every 10 hours of use,
and upon removal from annual storage. To check the
auger gear box oil level:
1. Position snowthrower on a level surface.
2. Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
3. Clean area around pipe plug so dirt is removed.
4. Remove pipe plug from gear box (Fig. 15).
S. Check level of oil in gear box. Oil must be at
point of overflowing in filler opening.
6. If level of oil is low, add GL-5 or GL-6 SAE
85—95 EP transmission oil to the gear box until
point of overflow.
Note: Do not use synthetic gear oil.
7. Reinstall pipe plug in gear box.
Adjusting Auger/impeller Drive
Belt
If auger/impeller drive belt slips, resulting in
decreased snowthrowing performance, either an
adjustment or a new belt is required.
After 5-10 hours of snowthrower operation with a
new auger/impeller drive belt, check belt to ensure
proper belt tension is being maintained.
1. Check adjustment per steps 5-7 of Install
Auger/Impeller Drive Control Linkage, page 9.
Make adjustments if required.
2. Check tension of belt by operating the auger. If
belt still slips, replace the belt. USE ONLY
GENUINE TORO REPLACEMENT PARTS
TO ENSURE BEST PERFORMANCE AND
SAFETY.
3. Make sure that auger and impeller are not
rotating when auger/impeller control lever is
disengaged. While standing in the operator
postition behind the handles, look around to the
side of the auger housing. If the auger and
impeller are rotating, a large screw head on the
side of the auger housing will be rotating
(Fig. 25). If the auger and impeller are
rotating when the the engine is running and
the auger/impeller control lever is not
engaged, immediately stop the unit. If the
problem persists, bring unit to an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer for repair.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate unit if auger
and impeller rotate when auger/impeller
control lever is not engaged.
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Replacing Auger/Impeller Drive
Belt
When auger/impeller drive belt (Fig. 33) becomes
worn, oil-soaked or otherwise damaged, belt
replacement is required. USE ONLY GENUINE
TORO REPLACEMENT PARTS TO ENSURE
BEST PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY.
After 5-10 hours of snowthrower operation with a
new auger/impeller drive belt, check belt to ensure
proper belt tension is being maintained.
1. Pull wire off spark plug and make sure it does
not contact the plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
2. Remove (3) screws holding belt cover in place
and set cover aside (Fig. 31).
3. Loosen auger brake arm assembly by loosening
rear screw and removing front screw that fasten
auger brake arm assembly to frame (Fig. 32).
4. Remove idler pulley spring (Fig. 32).
5. Remove engine crankshaft screw, lock washer
and washer (Fig. 33).
6. Separate and remove engine pulley sheave
(Fig. 33).
7. Remove auger/impeller drive belt from center
engine pulley and large anger/impeller pulley
(Fig. 33).
8. Pull idler pulley outward and install new belt
around large auger/impeller pulley (Fig. 33).
Next, loop belt in front of center engine pulley,
making sure that belt is on inside of idler pulley
and belt guide (Fig. 33).
9. Reinstall engine pulley sheave, washer, lock
washer and engine crankshaft screw. Make sure
the indexing rib in the engine pulley sheave is
aligned with the indexing notch in the center
engine pulley (Fig. 34).
10. Make sure brake pad is properly installed on
brake arm. Angled cut-off on brake pad must be
positioned as shown in Figure 35.
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11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Reinstall (2) screws that secure auger brake arm
assembly. Make sure tabs fit into holes in left
side of machine (Fig. 36).
Check and readjust belt guide to be .03-.06”
from back side of auger/impeller drive belt when
auger/impeller control lever is squeezed against
handgrip (Fig. 37 & Fig. 19).
Check and adjust auger drive linkage. Refer to
steps 5—7 of Install Auger/Impeller Drive
Control Linkage, page 9.
Reinstall idler pulley spring.
Reinstall belt cover with (3) screws.
Make sure that auger and impeller are not
rotating when auger/impeller control lever is
disengaged. While standing in the operator
position behind the handles, look around to the
side of the auger housing. If the auger and
impeller are rotating, a large screw head on the
side of the auger housing will be rotating
(Fig. 25). If the auger and impeller are
rotating when the the engine is running and
the auger/impeller control lever is not
engaged, immediately stop the unit. Refer to
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt, page 17. If
the problem persists, bring unit to an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer for repair.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate unit if auger
and impeller rotate when auger/impeller
control lever is not engaged.
Replacing Traction Drive Belt
When traction belt (Fig. 33) becomes worn,
oil-soaked or otherwise damaged, belt replacement is
required. USE ONLY GENUINE TORO
REPLACEMENT PARTS TO ENSURE BEST
PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY.
1.
2.
Pull wire off spark plug and make sure it does
not contact the plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
Remove (3) screws holding belt cover in place
and set cover aside (Fig. 31).
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
Loosen auger brake arm assembly by loosening
rear screw and removing front screw (Fig. 32).
Remove idler pulley spring (Fig. 32).
Remove engine crankshaft screw, lock washer
and washer (Fig. 33).
Separate and remove engine pulley sheave
(Fig. 33).
Remove auger/impeller drive belt from center
engine pulley, leaving belt looped around large
auger/impeller pulley. Remove center engine
pulley (Fig. 33).
Remove traction belt from traction pulley and
engine crankshaft (Fig. 33).
Pull traction idler pulley outward and install new
traction belt (Fig. 33).
Reinstall center engine pulley.
Pull idler pulley outward and loop
auger/impeller drive belt in front of center
engine pulley, making sure that belt is on inside
of idler pulley and belt guide (Fig. 33). Do not
bend belt guide.
Reinstall engine pulley sheave, washer, lock
washer and crankshaft screw. Make sure the
indexing rib in the engine pulley sheave is
aligned with the indexing notch in the center
engine pulley (Fig. 34).
Make sure brake pad is properly installed on
brake arm. Angled cut-off on brake pad must be
positioned as shown in Figure 35.
Reinstall (2) screws that secure auger brake arm
assembly. Make sure tabs fit into holes in left
side of machine (Fig. 36).
Check and readjust belt guide to be .03-.06”
from back side of auger/impeller drive belt when
auger/impeller control lever is squeezed against
handgrip (Fig. 37 & Fig. 19).
Check and adjust auger drive linkage. Refer to
steps 5-7 of Install Auger/Impeller Drive
Control Linkage, page 9.
17.
18.
19.
Reinstall idler pulley spring.
Reinstall belt cover with (3) screws.
Make sure that auger and impeller are not
rotating when auger/impeller control lever is
disengaged. While standing in the operator
position behind the handles, look around to the
side of the auger housing. If the auger and
impeller are rotating, a large screw head on the
side of the auger housing will be rotating
(Fig. 25). H the auger and impeller are
rotating when the the engine is running and
the auger/impeller control lever is not
engaged, immediately stop the unit. Refer to
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt, page 17. If
the problem persists, bring unit to an Authorized
Toro Service Dealer for repair.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate unit if auger
and impeller rotate when auger/impeller
control lever is not engaged.
Adjusting Traction Drive
If speed selector shifts properly but snowthrower does
not drive in reverse or forward speeds, an adjustment
may be required.
1.
Check adjustment per steps 4 and 5 of Install
Traction Rod, page 8. Make adjustments if
required.
If linkage 1s adjusted correctly and problem
persists, contact your local Authorized Toro
Service Dealer.
Adjusting Speed Selector
If there is slow or no ground speed in No.1 speed
selection, or speed selector cannot be moved into
No. 5 speed selection, an adjustment of the speed
selector linkage is required.
1.
Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does
not contact plug accidentally (Fig. 24).
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2. Move speed selector (Fig. 19) on control panel
to the Rp (REVERSE) position.
3. Remove cotter pin and washer. Pull speed
selector rod out of hole in speed selector arm
(Fig. 7).
4. Adjust unit’s forward speed by rotating speed
selector rod in trunnion (Fig. 8). Lengthening the
rod makes forward speed faster. Shortening the
rod makes forward speed slower.
5. Reinsert speed selector rod into speed selector
arm and secure with washer and cotter pin.
6. If desired speed hasn't been achieved, repeat
steps 3-5.
Adjusting Carburetor
The carburetor has been adjusted at the factory, but an
occasional adjustment may be required.
1. Remove carburetor heater box: see |
Starting/Stopping Engine section, page 12.
Note: Skip steps 2 and 3 if the engine will
start and run.
2. Power Adjusting Screw (Fig. 38)—Close screw
by gently rotating 1t clockwise until a slight
seating resistance 1s felt. Next, rotate power
adjusting screw one full
turn—360° —counterclockwise.
IMPORTANT: Do not close power adjusting
screw or idle mixture screw too tight because
the screw and seat will likely be damaged.
3. Idle Mixture Screw (Fig. 38)—Close screw by
gently rotating it clockwise until a slight seating
resistance is felt. Next, rotate idle mixture screw
1-1/2 full turns counterclockwise.
4. Start engine and let it warm up for
approximately three to five minutes; then move
throttle to FAST @.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
e Engine must be running so final adjustment of
the carburetor can be performed.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
e Personal injury is possible.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
e Move auger drive and traction drive controls to
DISENGAGE. |
e Remember to keep hands, feet, face, and other
parts of your body or clothing away from
muffler, auger, discharge chute, and any
moving part(s).
POTENTIAL HAZARD
e Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
e Carbon monoxide is an odorless, deadly
poison.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
e Do not run engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
5. Rotate power adjusting screw (Fig. 38)
clockwise—in—1/8 turn at a time until engine
misses because of a lean gasoline mixture. Then
rotate screw counterclockwise—out—1/8 turn at
time until engine runs unevenly because of a rich
gasoline mixture. Next, rotate power adjusting
screw clockwise, back to the midpoint between
the rich and lean settings, so engine runs
smoothly.
Wait several seconds between each 1/8
turn setting so engine can adjust to the
new fuel mixture.
Note:
6. Move throttle to idle speed. Next, rotate idle
speed screw until engine idles fast—1750 rpm.
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10.
Rotate idle mixture screw (Fig. 38)
clockwise—in—1/8 turn at a time until engine
begins to miss because of a lean mixture. Then
rotate screw counterclockwise—out—1/8 turn at
a time until engine runs unevenly because of rich
mixture. Next, rotate idle mixture screw
clockwise, back to the mid-point between rich
and lean settings.
Note: Wait several seconds between each 1/8
turn setting so engine can adjust to the
new fuel mixture.
Aga, rotate 1dle speed screw (Fig. 38) until
engine idles at 1750 rpm.
Check carburetor adjustment by quickly moving
throttle from low speed to high speed. Engine
should accelerate without hesitation or
sputtering. If engine does not accelerate properly,
adjust carburetor to a slightly richer mixture.
Also, if engine falters under load, open power
adjusting screw 1/8 turn counterclockwise.
After carburetor is adjusted, shut engine off
before reinstalling carburetor heater box.
Replacing Spark Plug
Use a Champion RJ-19LM spark plug or equivalent.
Set air gap at 0.030” (0.76 mm). Since air gap
between center and side electrodes of the spark plug
increases gradually during normal engine operation,
install a new plug after every 25 hours of engine
operation.
1.
Clean area around spark plug so foreign matter
cannot fall into cylinder when plug 1s removed.
Pull wire off spark plug (Fig. 24) and remove
plug from cylinder head.
IMPORTANT: A cracked, fouled or dirty
spark plug must be replaced. Do not sand
blast, scrape or clean electrodes because grit
may eventually release from the plug and fall
into the cylinder. The result will likely be
engine damage.
Set air gap between electrodes of new spark plug
at 0.030” (0.76 mm) (Fig. 39). Next, install
spark plug in cylinder head. Tighten plug to
15 ft-Ib (20.4 N-m).
Push the wire onto the spark plug.
Storage
1.
PREPARE THE FUEL SYSTEM:
Add Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner to the fuel tank
(one ounce per gallon of fuel).
Run engine for five minutes to distribute
conditioned fuel through fuel system.
Stop engine, allow it to cool, and drain fuel tank
or run engine until it stops.
Restart the engine again and run it until it stops.
Either choke or prime the engine, restart it a
third time and run engine until 1t will not restart.
Dispose of fuel properly. Recycle per local
codes.
DO NOT store STABILIZED gasoline over 90
days.
Remove spark plug from cylinder head. Next,
pour two teaspoons of engine oil into spark plug
hole in cylinder head. Install spark plug in
cylinder head, but do not install wire on the
plug. Then pull recoil starter slowly to distribute
oil on inside of cylinder.
Lubricate the snowthrower: refer to Lubricating
Snowthrower, page 16. Change crankcase oil:
see Changing Crankcase Oil, page 17.
Clean the snowthrower. Touch up chipped
surfaces with paint. Toro Re-Kote paint is
available from an Authorized TORO Service
Dealer. Sand affected areas before painting, and
use a rust preventative to prevent metal parts
from rusting.
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Tighten all screws and nuts. If any part is
damaged, repair or replace it.
Store snowthrower in a clean, dry place, and
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Gas Powered
Consumer
Products
Except WPM
THE TORO TOTAL COVERAGE
GUARANTEE
A Full Two-Year Warranty
(Limited Warranty for Commercial Use)
What Is Covered By This Express Warranty?
The Toro Company promises 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. The cost of parts and labor is included, but the
customer pays the transportation costs.
Transportation within a 15 mile radius of the servicing dealer
is covered under this warranty for two—stage snowthrowers,
walk behind debris equipment and all TORO Wheel Horse
riding products. Single stage snowthrowers, and other prod-
ucts not specifically covered, are excluded from the trans-
portation coverage provided by this warranty.
What Products Are Covered By This Warranty?
This warranty applies to all gasoline powered consumer prod-
ucts except walk power mowers. ProLine riding products,
wide area walk behind mowers and 18” and 21” mowers are
covered by separate warranty statements.
How About Commercial Use?
TORO Consumer Products used for commercial, institutional
or rental use are covered by a limited warranty for the follow-
ing time periods from the date of purchase:
Products Warranty Period
® 300, 400 and 500 Series Lawn and Garden Tractors
Chassis ....... 1 year limited warranty
Engine ....... 2 year limited warranty
e 260 Series Lawn and Garden Tractors, XL Lawn Tractors,
Rear Engine Riders, Straight Shaft Trimmers,
and Backpack Blowers ..... 90 day limited warranty
e All Others ................. 45 day limited warranty
How Do You Get Warranty Service?
Should you feel your TORO Product contains a defect in ma-
terial or workmanship, contact the dealer who sold you the
product or any Authorized TORO Service Dealer or TORO
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. You
may need proof of purchase (copy of registration card, sales
receipt, etc.) for warranty validation.
H for any reason you are dissatisfied with the Service Dealer's
analysis of the defect in materials or workmanship or if you
need a referral to a TORO Service Dealer, please feel free to
contact us at the following address:
Toro Customer Service Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
612-888-8801
800-348-2424
What Must You Do To Keep The Warranty In Effect?
You must maintain your TORO Product by following the main-
tenance procedures described in the operator's manual. Such
routine maintenance, whether performed by a dealer or by
you, is at your expense.
What Does This Warranty Not Cover?
and
How Does Your State Law Relate To This Warranty?
There is no other express warranty except the TORO Starting
Guarantee on GTS Engines. This express warranty does not
cover:
e Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters,
fuel, lubricants, tune—up parts, blade sharpening, brake and
clutch adjustments.
e 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.
e 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.
e Pickup and delivery charges for distances beyond a 15 mile
radius from an Authorized TORO Service Dealer (covered
products only).
All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by an
Authorized TORO Service Dealer using Toro approved replace-
ment parts.
Repair by an Authorized TORO Service Dealer is your sole
remedy under this warranty.
The Toro Company is not 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 ser-
vice during reasonable periods of malfunction or non—use
pending completion of repairs under this warranty. Some
states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequen-
tial damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to
you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may
also have other rights which vary from state to state.
* Normal residential purposes means mowing the lawn on the
same lot as your home. Use at more than one location is
considered commercial use and the commercial use war-
ranty would apply.
fail, you may contact us at The Toro Company.
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 Dis-
tributor (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