FORM NO. 3318–142 Rev B 1800 Power Curve Snowthrower Model No. 38025 – 69000001 & Up 1516 Operator’s Manual IMPORTANT: Read this manual carefully. It contains information about your safety and the safety of others. Also become familiar with the controls and their proper use before you operate the product.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Toro product. For your convenience, write the product model and serial numbers in the space below. All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied with your new product, so feel free to contact your local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service, genuine Toro parts, or other information you may require. Whenever you contact your Authorized Service Dealer or the factory, always know the model and serial numbers of your product.
Contents Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safe Operating Practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Safety and Instruction Decals . . . . . . . . . . Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Install Upper Handle And Chute Crank . . . Install Discharge Chute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Before Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Unlocking Snowthrower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Securing Power Supply Cord . . . . . . . .
Safety To assure maximum safety, best performance, and to gain knowledge of the product, it is essential that you or any other operator of the snowthrower read and understand the contents of this manual before the motor is ever started. Pay particular attention to the safety alert symbol which means CAUTION, WARNING OR DANGER — “personal safety instruction.” Read and understand the instruction because it has to do with safety. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Safety 9. To prevent disconnection of snowthrower cord from extension cord during operation, tie extension cord to loop in upper handle before connecting to snowthrower; refer to page 8, Figure 6 for proper procedures. While Operating 10. Keep people and pets a safe distance away from the snowthrower and area of operation. 11. Avoid accidental starting. Don’t carry plugged in snowthrower with hand on control bar. Keep away from control bar while plugging in cord. 12.
Safety Maintenance 29. Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. Disconnect cord from receptacle before performing maintenance procedures to prevent the possibility of accidental starting. If major repairs are ever needed, contact your local Authorized TORO Service Dealer or TORO Service Center for assistance. 30. Keep the snowthrower in safe operating condition by keeping nuts, bolts and screws tight. Check all fasteners frequently to assure they are tight. 31.
Assembly Install Upper Handle And Chute Crank Note: 1. 1 Determine left and right hand sides of snowthrower by standing in normal operating position. SQUEEZE Stand snowthrower on wheels and position upper handle to prepare for handle assembly. Inspect the open internal wiring. If damaged do not assemble. Contact your TORO Service Dealer. 2 1531 Figure 1 1. Upper tubing POTENTIAL HAZARD • Internal wiring could be damaged during assembly. 5. 2.
Assembly Install Discharge Chute (Fig. 4) 2 1 1533 Figure 3 1. Chute crank 7. 2. Chute crank gear 1. Position deflector onto discharge chute, aligning mounting holes. Insert a rubber washer between deflector and discharge chute while maintaining hole alignment. 2. Secure deflector to discharge chute with (2) 5/16–18 carriage bolts, metal washers, and locknuts. Make sure the square shoulders on the carriage bolts align with inside square on discharge chute.
Before Starting Unlocking Snowthrower Securing Power Supply Cord 1. The proper extension cord is a requirement for safe and efficient use of your appliance. Use only a UL listed extension cord recommended for outdoor use. Refer to Extension Cord Chart below. To unlock snowthrower, push key into hole (Fig. 5). While holding key down, turn key counterclockwise. The interlock tab rotates away from prongs, allowing extension cord to be plugged in (Fig. 5).
Before Starting 1535 Figure 6 1. Extension cord 1540 Figure 7 1. Enlarged prong POTENTIAL HAZARD • The electrical cord could be damaged. WHAT CAN HAPPEN • A damaged electrical cord could cause a shock or fire. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD • Thoroughly inspect electrical cord before using unit. If cord is damaged, do not operate unit. Replace or repair damaged cord immediately. Contact your TORO service dealer for assistance. Your unit has a polarized plug.
Operation Before Operating 1. Operating Tips Check the condition of the unit. Make sure the rotor turns freely. POTENTIAL HAZARD • If snowthrower hits a foreign object while in operation, the object could be thrown in operator’s or bystander’s direction. Starting/Stopping 1. To start rotor, squeeze the control bar (Fig. 8). WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. • Snowthrower could be damaged.
Operation 1 6. Shave down large banks of snow by placing the snowthrower on the bank. Lift the snowthrower by the primary and secondary handles only (Fig. 10). Let the unit’s weight shave down the bank in a back and forth motion. 1 1516 Figure 9 2 1. Chute deflector handle POTENTIAL HAZARD • A gap between chute and chute deflector will allow snow and anything that may be picked up by snowthrower to fly in the direction of the operator.
Operation 8. Keep extension cord clear of obstructions, sharp objects and all moving parts. Do not pull sharply on cord or abuse it in any manner. Frequently inspect cord for damage which could result in electric shock. If cord becomes damaged in any way, replace it. 9. In some snow and cold weather conditions, some controls and moving parts may freeze.
Maintenance POTENTIAL HAZARD • If the extension cord is plugged into snowthrower and the key is in the handle, someone could accidentally operate snowthrower while you are performing maintenance on it. 2 2 WHAT CAN HAPPEN 1 • Operation of snowthrower while maintenance is being performed on it could cause serious personal injury. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD • Disconnect extension cord before you do any maintenance. Hold key down, turn clockwise and remove key from handle. Figure 11 1. Scraper 2.
Maintenance 2. Using a 3/8” Allen wrench, turn rotor shaft clockwise (left hand thread) while holding rotor (Fig. 13). The Allen wrench may need to be tapped with a hammer to loosen rotor shaft. Wedge a stick or hammer handle in rotor to prevent rotation. 1 1525 Figure 15 1. Hex nut 1 2 6. Align left side of new rotor with coupler. The (3) bosses on rotor end must align with slots on coupler (Fig. 16). When mounting coupler to drive hex, coupler tabs must be aligned to inside.
Maintenance Replacing Belts 1 2 Large Belt Replacement 1. Remove (3) screws securing left side plate to snowthrower frame (Fig. 14). Remove side plate and skid. 1527 Figure 18 POTENTIAL HAZARD • Idler spring could fly in your face while being removed. 1. Large pulley WHAT CAN HAPPEN • Contact with flying spring could cause personal injury. 4. HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD 2. Belt Slip new belt over small pulley. Lift up idler arm and slip belt under idler pulley (Fig. 19).
Maintenance 5. Reassemble idler spring, making sure idler pulley is riding on belt. 6. Reinstall left side cover and skid with (3) screws. Small Belt Replacement 1. Remove (3) screws securing left side plate and skid to snowthrower frame (Fig. 14). Remove side plate and skid. 2. Remove large belt by slowly walking (sliding) it off small pulley (Fig. 18). Refer to steps 2-3 in Large Belt Replacement section. 3.
Storage 4. Examine the snowthrower thoroughly for worn, loose or damaged parts. If parts repair or replacement is necessary, contact your local Authorized TORO Service Dealer for assistance. Disconnect the extension cord from the snowthrower. 5. Store the extension cord with the snowthrower to prevent misplacement. Examine extension cord thoroughly for signs of wear or damage. Replace, if worn or damaged. 6. Store the snowthrower in a clean, dry place. Cover it to provide protection. 1.
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