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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 15 for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.

Problem

Possible Causes

Corrective Action

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

1. The power cord is

disconnected at the outlet or
the snowthrower.

1. Connect the power cord to the

outlet and/or the snowthrower.

2. The power cord is worn,

corroded, or damaged.

2. Replace the power cord.

3. The power outlet is not

energized.

3. Have a qualified electrician

energize the power outlet.

Engine does not start or starts
hard

1. The key is not in the ignition or

is in the

Off position.

1. Insert the key into the ignition

and turn it to the

On position.

2. The choke is in the

Off position

and the primer has not been
pressed.

2. Move the choke to the

position and press the primer 2
times.

3. The fuel tank is empty or the

fuel system contains stale fuel.

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.

4. The engine is flooded.

4. Move the choke to the

Off

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

5. The spark-plug wire is loose or

disconnected.

5. Connect the wire to the spark

plug.

6. The spark plug is pitted, fouled,

or the gap is incorrect.

6. Check the spark plug and

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

7. The fuel cap vent is restricted.

7. Remove the vent restriction or

replace the fuel cap.

Engine runs rough

1. The choke is in the

On position.

1. Move the choke to the

Off

position.

2. The fuel system contains stale

fuel.

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.

3. The spark-plug wire is loose.

3. Connect the wire to the spark

plug.

4. The spark plug is pitted, fouled,

or the gap is incorrect.

4. Check the spark plug and

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

Summary of Contents for 38535

Page 1: ...anual International English GB Form No 3326 129 CCR 2450 GTS CCR 3650 GTS Snowthrower Model No 38535 220000001 and Up Model No 38536 220000001 and Up Model No 38537 220000001 and Up Model No 38538 220000001 and Up ...

Page 2: ...g the Handle 21 Troubleshooting 22 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 infor...

Page 3: ... care it is highly flammable Use an approved fuel container Never add fuel to a running or hot engine Fill the fuel tank outdoors with extreme care Never fill the fuel tank indoors Replace the fuel tank cap securely and wipe up any spilled fuel Use only the power cord supplied with the snowthrower and a receptacle appropriate for use with the power cord for electric start motors Never attempt to m...

Page 4: ...ing cleaning repairing and inspecting the snowthrower and before unclogging the discharge chute stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop Use a stick not your hands to remove obstructions from the discharge chute Before leaving the operating position stop the engine remove the key and wait for all moving parts to stop Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get cau...

Page 5: ...t is damaged or lost 94 2561 1 Hot surface do not touch 2 Stay a safe distance from the machine 94 2577 1 Squeeze the control bar to engage the rotor blades 2 Release the control bar to release the rotor blades 60 9480 94 2901 1 Cutting dismemberment in impeller hazard stay away from moving parts stop the engine and remove the key before performing maintenance 104 9742 ...

Page 6: ...eep bystanders away 4 Push the button 5 Primer 6 Ignition off 7 Ignition on 8 Recoil starter 105 3524 Model 38536 or 105 1962 Model 38538 1 Warning read the Operator s Manual 2 Stay away from moving parts and stop the engine before leaving the machine 3 Thrown object hazard keep bystanders away 4 Push the button 5 Primer 6 Ignition off 7 Ignition on 8 Electric starter 9 Recoil starter ...

Page 7: ...s 1 1 2 2 Installing the wheels Upper handle section Knobs Curved washers Handle locks 1 2 2 2 Installing the handle Screws Locknuts Washers Discharge chute Chute handle Models 38535 and 38536 only 3 3 3 1 1 Installing the discharge chute Bolts Locknuts Chute crank and mounting bracket 2 2 1 Installing the chute crank Models 38537 and 38538 only Ignition key 1 Starting and stopping the engine ...

Page 8: ...de and place a wood block under the right axle end 6 Slide the long spacer and a wheel onto the left axle end Fig 3 m 4499 2 1 Figure 3 1 Long spacer 2 Pushnut Note The side of the wheel with 6 spokes must face downward 7 Repeat steps 3 and 4 Installing the Handle 1 Cut the plastic tie that secures the control cable to the handle Fig 4 1 2 3 m 5575 Figure 4 1 Handle 2 Plastic tie 3 Control cable I...

Page 9: ... Discharge Chute Models 38535 and 38536 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 9 1 2 3 m 5520 Figure 9 1 Chute ring 2 Discharge chute 3 Chute handle 2 Insert a screw through the center hole of the chute ring from the inside and through the hole in the discharge chute Fig 9 3 Insert the chute h...

Page 10: ...f the chute ring 5 Install the washers and the locknuts on the screws and tighten the locknuts until they are finger tight 6 Tighten all locknuts securely Installing the Chute Crank Models 38537 and 38538 1 Insert the flattened end of the chute crank through the hole in the shroud while aligning the mounting bracket with the holes in the lower handle Fig 11 2 1 3 m 5545 Figure 11 1 Chute crank 2 P...

Page 11: ...op 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 practi...

Page 12: ...ctric 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 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 m 5544 Figure 12 1 Key switch 2 Primer 3 Electric start button electric start model only 4 Recoil start 5 Cord connection electric start model only below the control panel 6 Choke lever Starting the Engine 1 Turn the key to the On positio...

Page 13: ...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 To start the rotor blades squeeze the control bar and the handle together Stopping the Rotor Blades To stop the rotor blades release the control bar Not...

Page 14: ... the ground The wheels do not need to touch the ground to self propel The more you tilt the handle forward the faster the snowthrower self propels If the snowthrower does not propel itself forward on slippery surfaces or in heavy snow push forward on the handle but allow the snowthrower to work at its own pace Overlap each swath to ensure complete snow removal Discharge the snow downwind whenever ...

Page 15: ...ng the Scraper on page 19 Inspect the scraper and replace it if necessary If the rotor blades are partially or completely worn replace the rotor blades when you replace the scraper Refer to Replacing the Scraper on page 19 and to Replacing the Rotor Blades on page 17 Inspect the spark plug and check the gap replace the spark plug if necessary Refer to Replacing the Spark Plug on page 19 Inspect th...

Page 16: ...16 to 1 8 in 2 to 3 mm gap 3 Ensure that a 1 16 to 1 8 in 2 to 3 mm gap exists between the control bar and the handle Refer to the inset in Figure 7 models 38535 and 38536 or the inset in Figure 8 models 38537 and 38538 To adjust the cable go to Adjusting the Cable on page 16 Important The control cable must contain slack when you disengage the control bar for the rotor blades to stop properly Adj...

Page 17: ...ses the belt to slip and decreases the performance under a heavy load Belt slippage may occur after 2 or 3 seasons of normal usage 10 to 15 hours If the drive belt slips continuously squeals under a heavy load increase the belt tension by inserting the spring end into the top hole of the control bar Fig 15 or Fig 16 Note Using the incorrect adjusting hole can reduce the drive belt life Occasional ...

Page 18: ...ayers Fig 21 m 5538a m 5059 1 2 3 4 Figure 21 1 Thick rubber side 2 Wear indicator hole 3 Thin rubber side 4 Inside of curved surface Install the new rotor blade with the thick rubber layer on the inside of the curved surface Fig 21 If you do not install the rotor blade properly it will wear out more quickly 2 Ensure that the spacers are in the new rotor blade and insert the new rotor blade betwee...

Page 19: ...ct the wire to the spark plug 9 Install the control panel 10 Insert the key in the switch Replacing the Spark Plug Use a NGK BPMR4A or equivalent spark plug Install a new spark plug before each season 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Remove the key from the switch 3 Remove the 3 mounting screws that secure the control panel to the housing Fig 23 1 2 m 5061a Figure 23 1 Con...

Page 20: ... 3 4 2 m 5534 5 6 Figure 26 1 Drive belt cover 2 Nut 2 3 Washer 4 Short self tapping screw 2 5 Long self tapping screw 6 Bolt 2 5 Pull up on the idler pulley and remove the old drive belt from the rotor pulley the brake arm assembly and the engine pulley Fig 27 4 2 1 6 3 5 626 Figure 27 1 Engine pulley 2 Idler pulley 3 Roller 4 Brake arm assembly 5 Rotor pulley 6 Belt guide 6 Loop the new drive be...

Page 21: ...bilizer conditioner 2 Run the engine for 5 minutes to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system 3 Stop the engine and allow it to cool 4 Use a hand pump to pump the fuel from the fuel tank into an approved fuel container or run the engine until it stops 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 ...

Page 22: ...contains stale fuel 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 4 The engine is flooded 4 Move the choke to the Off position and pull the rope several times to clear out the rich fuel and air mixture from the engine 5 The spark plug wire is loose or disconnected 5 Connect the wire to the...

Page 23: ... worn or broken 7 Replace the drive belt 8 The rotor blades are worn 8 Replace the rotor blades and the scraper Snowthrower does not properly clear snow off the surface 1 The snow on the surface to be cleared is compacted down 1 Throw the snow off the surface before it becomes compacted 2 The front of the snowthrower is not down 2 Lift up on the handle to hold down the front of the snowthrower 3 T...

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