Toro Power Max 38801 Operator'S Manual Download Page 5

Safety and Instructional Decals

Important:

Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals.

106-4525

Reorder part no. 112-6633

1.

Fast

3.

Slow

2.

Forward speeds

4.

Reverse speeds

107-3040

1.

Cutting dismemberment, impeller and cutting
dismemberment, auger hazards—keep bystanders a safe
distance from the snowthrower.

112-6625

Reorder part no. 112-6629

1.

Cutting/dismemberment hazard, impeller—do not place
your hand in the chute; stop the engine before leaving the
operator's position, use the tool to clear the chute.

127–5991

1.

Left turn control

4.

Cutting/dismemberment hazard,
impeller—do not place your hand in the
chute; stop the engine before leaving
the operator's position, use the tool to
clear the chute.

7.

Auger/impeller drive—squeeze the
lever to engage; release the lever to
disengage.

2.

Traction drive—squeeze the lever to
engage; release the lever to disengage.

5.

Cutting/dismemberment hazard,
impeller—keep away from moving
parts; remove the ignition key and read
the instructions before servicing or
performing maintenance.

8.

Right turn control

3.

Warning—read the

Operator's Manual.

6.

Thrown object hazard—keep
bystanders a safe distance from the
snowthrower.

9.

Hand warmer controls

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Summary of Contents for Power Max 38801

Page 1: ...perating the machine properly and safely You may contact Toro directly at www Toro com for machine and accessory information help finding a dealer or to register your machine Whenever you need service...

Page 2: ...ting the Engine 15 Stopping the Engine 17 Operating the Hand Warmers 17 Operating the Traction Drive 17 Using the Wheel Clutch Levers 18 Operating the Speed Selector 18 Operating the Auger Impeller Dr...

Page 3: ...er rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until refueling is complete Do not use a nozzle lock open dev...

Page 4: ...ne Keep your face hands feet and any other part of your body or clothing away from moving or rotating parts Before adjusting cleaning inspecting troubleshooting or repairing the machine stop the engin...

Page 5: ...position use the tool to clear the chute 127 5991 1 Left turn control 4 Cutting dismemberment hazard impeller do not place your hand in the chute stop the engine before leaving the operator s position...

Page 6: ...e stop 3 Variable speed control 2 Slow 4 Fast x 3 1 2 3 4 5 120 9805 120 9805 1 Insert the key 2 Prime the engine 3 times 3 Engage the choke 4 Pull the starter cord 5 Once the engine is running diseng...

Page 7: ...el clutch cable ends 3 No parts required Install the traction control linkage Carriage bolts 2 4 Locknuts 2 Install the chute control rod 5 No parts required Connect the headlight and hand warmer wire...

Page 8: ...the upper handle legs and ensure that the cables and the wire for the headlight are not pinched between the handle sections Figure 4 1 Cables 2 Secure the upper handle with 4 handle bolts 4 curved was...

Page 9: ...between the bottom of the handle and the wheel clutch lever end Figure 10 Figure 10 Note The gap should be approximately the thickness of a pencil 1 4 inch or 6 mm If it is greater loosen the cable c...

Page 10: ...control rod with the outer washer and a hairpin cotter you previously removed Note For easier installation look down through the opening in the speed selector Figure 14 Figure 14 1 Speed selector 4 In...

Page 11: ...arriage bolts with locknuts from the loose parts bag Figure 17 g018657 Figure 17 1 Cable clip 2 Deflector cable 7 Hold the blue trigger cap down and rotate the Quick Stick in a circle to ensure that t...

Page 12: ...wn flat and turning Note Do not spill oil around the oil fill tube oil could leak onto traction parts and cause the traction to slip 7 Checking the Tire Pressure No Parts Required Procedure The tires...

Page 13: ...gine B Disconnect the trunnion from the speed selector lever Figure 12 C Turn the trunnion upward counterclockwise on the speed control rod Figure 12 D Connect the trunnion to the speed selector lever...

Page 14: ...over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used Do not add oil to gasoline Important To reduce starting problems add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days o...

Page 15: ...26 G016512 Figure 26 3 Insert the ignition key all the way in Figure 27 1 G016498 Figure 27 1 Ignition key 4 Firmly push in the primer with your thumb as indicated by the chart below holding the prime...

Page 16: ...ical cord before using the machine If the cord is damaged do not operate the machine Replace or repair the damaged cord immediately Contact an Authorized Service Dealer for assistance Important To pre...

Page 17: ...rn on the hand warmers Flip the switch to the Off position to turn off the hand warmers Figure 34 1 On off switch 3 Off position 2 On position Operating the Traction Drive CAUTION If the traction driv...

Page 18: ...deep snow Squeezing both wheel clutch levers simultaneously disengages the drive to both wheels This enables you to manually move the machine backward without stopping to shift it into a reverse gear...

Page 19: ...e page 8 If the chute does not lock into place when you release the trigger cap refer to Adjusting the Discharge Chute Latch page 25 Moving the Chute Deflector Hold the blue trigger cap down and move...

Page 20: ...someone from accidentally starting the engine Remove an obstruction from the discharge chute refer to Unclogging the Discharge Chute If necessary use the snow cleanout tool not your hands to remove an...

Page 21: ...nd more information about maintaining and servicing your machine at www Toro com Preparing for Maintenance 1 Move the machine to a level surface 2 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop...

Page 22: ...just it if necessary Yearly Inspect the traction cable and adjust or replace it if necessary If the machine does not drive in the forward or reverse speeds or it drives when you release the traction l...

Page 23: ...reviously removed on the belt cover 10 If the auger impeller cable is properly adjusted but a problem remains contact an Authorized Service Dealer Checking the Auger Gearbox Oil Level Service Interval...

Page 24: ...in pan under the drain extension and remove the oil drain plug Note When removing the plug ensure the tube does not loosen 3 Drain the oil Note Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling ce...

Page 25: ...spark plug G016646 Figure 56 3 Remove and discard the old spark plug Note You will need a ratchet wrench extension to remove the spark plug 4 Set the gap between the electrodes on a new spark plug at...

Page 26: ...eplacing the Drive Belts If the auger impeller drive belt or the traction drive belt becomes worn oil soaked or otherwise damaged have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the belt Replacing the Headl...

Page 27: ...e fuel system 3 Run the machine until the engine runs out of fuel 4 Prime the engine and start it again 5 Allow the engine to run until it stops When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficien...

Page 28: ...t the wire to the spark plug 7 The spark plug is pitted fouled or the gap is incorrect 7 Check the spark plug and adjust the gap if necessary Replace the spark plug if it is pitted fouled or cracked 8...

Page 29: ...ust the auger impeller drive belt refer to www Toro com for servicing information or take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer Engine runs but the machine discharges snow poorly or not at all 7...

Page 30: ...plication for certification The warranty period begins on the date the small off road engine equipment is delivered to an ultimate purchaser The warranted period is two years Subject to certain condit...

Page 31: ...tion System Air cleaner Intake manifold Crankcase vent and line s Purge line and fittings 3 Ignition System Spark plug s and wire s Magneto ignition system 4 Catalytic Exhaust System Catalytic convert...

Page 32: ...s warranty except for special emission system coverage and engine warranty coverage on some products This express warranty does not cover the following Cost of regular maintenance service or replaceme...

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