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repeating engine starting procedure, check
that ignition key switch is ON, and make sure
there is fresh fuel in fuel tank. If engine still
will not start after a second attempt, bring the
snowthrower to an Authorized Toro Service
Dealer for servicing.
IMPORTANT: Do not leave the electric
starter cord connected to the power outlet
when storing the snowthrower. It should only
be connected to the power outlet during the
starting procedure. If you leave it connected
to the power outlet during storage, a power
surge could start the snowthrower when no
one is in attendance.
5.
When engine starts, move choke lever to middle
position after a few seconds of running time.
After engine has warmed up, move choke lever
to OFF (far left) position.
6.
TO START/STOP ROTOR—To start the rotor,
squeeze the control bar to the handle. When the
control bar handle is released, the rotor blades
stop, but the engine continues to run.
7.
TO STOP ENGINE—Release the control bar to
stop the rotor, turn key to OFF, and wait for all
moving parts to stop before leaving operator’s
position.
Operating Tips (Fig. 8)
1.
ADJUSTING DISCHARGE CHUTE—Move
the chute handle left and right to adjust the
direction of the snow stream. Rotate the chute
deflector handle on top of the discharge chute
forward and backward to adjust the height of the
snow stream. Do not overtighten the chute
deflector mounting nuts so excessive force is
required to adjust the deflector.
2.
SELF–PROPELLING ACTION—The
snowthrower clears down to the ground and
propels itself forward when tilted slightly
forward so rotor blades strike the ground. The
wheels do not have to touch the ground in order
to self-propel. The further you tilt the handle
forward, the faster the snowthrower self-propels.
However, depth of snow affects forward speed.
Always overlap each swath and discharge
downwind when possible.
Note:
If snowthrower is tilted too far
forward, it will self-propel at a rapid
rate and snow will spray back at the
feet of the operator. Reduce lift on
handle slightly to self-propel at a
moderate rate.
3.
Keep the area to be cleared free of stones, toys,
or other foreign objects which may be picked up
and thrown by the rotor blades. Such items could
be covered by snowfall and, therefore, unnoticed
until struck by the rotor blades. Always be sure
to keep all people and pets away from area of
operation to prevent possibility of being hit by
thrown objects.
4.
ON STEPS OR CUTTING THROUGH
DRIFTS—It is recommended that operator stand
on right side of snowthrower and hold it by
upper handle and chute handle (standing on left
side may expose operator to engine exhaust).
Use a side–to–side sweeping motion to clear
snow.
5.
It is not recommended that snowthrower be used
on gravel or crushed rock driveways or walks.
Should you find it necessary to clear snow from
crushed rock or gravel, push down on handle to
raise rotor blades clear of loose material that
could be thrown by the blades and push unit
forward.
6.
In some snow and cold weather conditions, some
controls and moving parts may freeze solid. DO
NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN
TRYING TO OPERATE FROZEN
CONTROLS. When any control or part
becomes hard to operate, start the engine and let
it run for a few minutes. If control or part still
will not move with moderate force, stop engine,
remove ice or thaw out snowthrower.
