Adjusting the Traction Drive Cable
Unhook the Z-fitting from the pivot cable adjuster, and
insert it into a different hole to obtain the proper gap
between the pivot plate and the wheel frame (Figure 25).
Figure 25
1. Z-tting
4. Pivot plate
2. Pivot cable adjuster
5. Wheel frame
3. 0 to 1/8 inch (0 to 3 mm) gap
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 speed is fastest when the rotor blades
are new. If you want to reduce the traction speed, 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 inch (6 mm).
Inspecting 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, have an Authorized Service Dealer replace all 3 rotor
blades and the scraper (Figure 26).
Figure 26
1. Wear indicator hole
Storage
Storing the Snowthrower
Important:
Store the snowthrower in its operating
position and on its wheels. Storing the snowthrower on
its front housing may cause hard starting.
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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.
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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.
Important:
Do not use the chute handle to lift the
snowthrower. This can damage the chute handle.
1. Add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel in the fuel
tank as directed.
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 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 start.
7. Slowly pull the recoil starter until you feel resistance due
to compression pressure, then stop.
8. Release the starter tension gradually by allowing the
rope to go back slowly to prevent the engine from
reversing due to compression pressure.
9. 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.
10. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair or
replace any damaged parts.
11. Clean the snowthrower thoroughly.
12. 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.
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