Form No. 3385-243 Rev A
Power Max Heavy Duty 1128 OHXE Snowthrower
Model No. 38803—Serial No. 315000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Introduction
This machine is intended to be used by residential
homeowners or professional, hired operators. 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
a model with a pivoting scraper 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.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002.
The enclosed
Engine Owner's Manual is supplied for
information regarding the US Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control
Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and
warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the
engine manufacturer.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety ........................................................................... 2
Training ................................................................. 2
Preparation............................................................. 2
Operation............................................................... 3
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute .......................... 3
Maintenance and Storage.......................................... 3
Toro Snowthrower Safety ......................................... 3
Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4
Setup ............................................................................ 7
1 Installing the Upper Handle.................................... 8
2 Installing the Wheel Clutch Cable Ends .................... 8
3 Installing the Traction Control Linkage .................... 9
© 2014—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Register at www.Toro.com.
Original Instructions (EN)
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