Form No. 3365-636 Rev A
Power Clear Snowthrower
Model No. 38588—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Model No. 38589—Serial No. 311000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Introduction
This machine is intended to be used by residential
homeowners. It is designed for removing snow from
paved surfaces, such as driveways and sidewalks,
and other surfaces for traffic on residential or
commercial properties. It is not designed for
removing materials other than snow, nor is it
designed for clearing off gravel surfaces.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your machine properly and to avoid injury
and machine damage. You are responsible for operating
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, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your machine ready. Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the machine. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Figure 1
1.
Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Figure 2
1.
Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important
calls attention to special mechanical
information and
Note
emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Safety
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before you start the engine.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid
possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this machine
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
This machine is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury.
Training
•
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operating this
machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the machine. Know how to
stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly.
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8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
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