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3329-770 Rev A
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Never operate the snowthrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing,
and keep a firm hold on the handle. Walk; never
run.
Maintenance and Storage
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Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for
proper tightness to be sure that the equipment is
in safe working condition.
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Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
inside a building where ignition sources are
present, such as hot water and space heaters
and clothes dryers. Allow the engine to cool
before storing in any enclosure.
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Always refer to this operator’s manual for
important details if the snowthrower is to be
stored for an extended period.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels
when necessary.
Toro Snowthrower Safety
The following list contains safety information specific
to Toro products or other safety information that you
must know.
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Rotating rotor auger/impeller can cut off or
injure fingers or hands. Stay behind the
handles and away from the discharge opening
while operating the snowthrower. Keep your
face, hands, feet, and any other part of your
body or clothing away from moving or
rotating parts.
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Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting,
troubleshooting, or repairing the snowthrower,
stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for
all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire
from the spark plug and keep it away from the
spark plug to prevent someone from
accidentally starting the engine.
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To unclog the discharge chute, stay in the
operating position and release the left hand
(traction) lever. While running the auger/impeller,
push down on the handles to raise the front of the
snowthrower a few inches (centimeters) off the
pavement. Then lift the handles quickly to bump
the front of the snowthrower on the pavement.
Repeat if necessary until a stream of snow comes
out the discharge chute.
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If you cannot unclog the discharge chute by
bumping the front of the snowthrower, stop the
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
use a stick; never use your hand.
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Do not wear loose-fitting clothing that could get
caught in moving parts.
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If a shield, safety device, or decal is damaged,
illegible, or lost, repair or replace it before
beginning operation.
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Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
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Do not touch the engine while it is running or
soon after it has stopped because the engine
may be hot enough to cause a burn.
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When storing the snowthrower for more than
30 days, drain the fuel from the fuel tank to
prevent a potential hazard. Store fuel in an
approved fuel container. Remove the key from
the ignition switch before storing the
snowthrower.
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Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts
and accessories.