Use and Care Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsOutdoorsPower Clear 621 QZR 21 in. Single-Stage Quick Chute Gas Snow Blower

FormNo.3369-499RevA

PowerClear621QZR/QZESnowthrower

ModelNo.38458—SerialNo.312000001andUp

ModelNo.38459—SerialNo.312000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeowners.Itisdesignedforremovingsnowfrom

pavedsurfaces,suchasdrivewaysandsidewalks,

andothersurfacesfortrafconresidentialor

commercialproperties.Itisnotdesignedfor

removingmaterialsotherthansnow,norisit

designedforclearingoffgravelsurfaces.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourmachineproperlyandtoavoidinjury

andmachinedamage.Youareresponsibleforoperating

themachineproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww.Toro.comfor

machineandaccessoryinformation,helpndinga

dealer,ortoregisteryourmachine.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,or

additionalinformation,contactanAuthorizedService

DealerorToroCustomerServiceandhavethemodel

andserialnumbersofyourmachineready.

Figure1

identiesthelocationofthemodelandserialnumbers

onthemachine.Writethenumbersinthespace

provided.

Figure1

1.Modelandserialnumberlocation

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhas

safetymessagesidentiedbythesafetyalertsymbol

(

Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycauseserious

injuryordeathifyoudonotfollowtherecommended

precautions.

Figure2

1.Safetyalertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

Safety

Readandunderstandthecontentsofthismanual

beforeyoustarttheengine.

Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol.Itisusedtoalert

youtopotentialpersonalinjuryhazards.Obeyall

safetymessagesthatfollowthissymboltoavoid

possibleinjuryordeath.

Improperlyusingormaintainingthismachine

couldresultininjuryordeath.Toreducethis

potential,complywiththefollowingsafety

instructions.

Thismachineiscapableofamputatinghandsand

feetandofthrowingobjects.Failuretoobservethe

followingsafetyinstructionscouldresultinserious

injury.

Training

•Read,understand,andfollowallinstructionsonthe

machineandinthemanual(s)beforeoperatingthis

machine.Bethoroughlyfamiliarwiththecontrols

andtheproperuseofthemachine.Knowhowto

stopthemachineanddisengagethecontrolsquickly.

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OriginalInstructions(EN)

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Summary of content (20 pages)

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Form No. 3369-499 Rev A Power Clear 621 QZR/QZE Snowthrower Model No. 38458—Serial No. 312000001 and Up Model No. 38459—Serial No. 312000001 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.
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• Never allow children to operate the machine. Never allow adults to operate the machine without proper instruction. • Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children. • Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine. Operation • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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discharge opening while operating the machine. Keep your face, hands, feet, and any other part of your body or clothing away from moving or rotating parts. • Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, and inspecting the machine, and before unclogging the discharge chute, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Figure 3 1. Symbol stamped on the exhaust baffle indicating a hot surface.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 94-2577 1. To engage the rotor blades, hold the control bar against the handle. 2. To disengage the rotor blades, release the control bar. 117-9102 (Model 38458 only) Order part no. 117-6036 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, impeller—stop the engine before leaving the machine. 3.
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1 2 Description Use Qty. No parts required – Unfold the handle. Screws Chute assembly 3 1 Install the discharge chute. 1 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Figure 5 Procedure 1. Loosen the handle knobs, pull out the “U”-shaped handle locks until you can move the handle freely, and rotate the handle to the operating position (Figure 4).
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Note: The bottle of oil may contain an ounce or two more than the engine requires. Do not overfill the engine. 2 Installing the Discharge Chute Max fill: 20 oz. (0.6 l), type: automotive detergent oil with an API service classification of SJ, SL, or higher. Parts needed for this procedure: Use Figure 8 below to select the best oil viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected: 3 Screws 1 Chute assembly Procedure Install the discharge chute as shown (Figure 7). Figure 8 1.
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Operation 4 Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Adjusting the Control Cable DANGER No Parts Required Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. Procedure • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object. Refer to Adjusting the Control Cable in Maintenance.
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starting, poor engine performance, and may cause internal engine damage. 2. Pull out the choke lever (Figure 14 and Figure 15). Note: For best results, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Otherwise, you may add fuel stabilizer to newly purchased gasoline to keep it fresh for up to 6 months. Checking the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2.
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attempts, take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer for service (model 38459 only). (model 38459 only) (Figure 17), or pull the recoil start handle (Figure 18). Note: If you pull the recoil handle and feel no resistance, the starter may be frozen. Thaw out the starter before attempting to start the machine. 5. While the engine is running, push in the choke lever slowly. 6. Unplug the extension cord from the power source and the machine (model 38459 only).
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Disengaging the Rotor Blades To disengage the rotor blades, release the control bar (Figure 20). Figure 20 Stopping the Engine To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the Off position (Figure 21). Figure 22 To raise or lower the angle of the chute deflector, press the trigger on the chute deflector and move the chute deflector up or down (Figure 23). Figure 21 Figure 23 Adjusting the Discharge Chute and Chute Deflector 1.
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Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute only) to prevent the recoil starter and/or the electric starter from freezing up. • In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and moving parts may freeze. Do not use excessive force when trying to operate frozen controls. If you have difficulty operating any control or part, start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Important: Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers.
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Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval After the first hour After the first 2 hours Before each use or daily Maintenance Procedure • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. • Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary. • Change the engine oil. • Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary.
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1/8-inch (2 mm to 3 mm) gap between the control bar and the handle (Figure 25). Note: Moving the Z-fitting higher decreases the gap between the control bar and the handle; moving it lower increases the gap. 3. Hook the spring to the adjuster link and slide the spring cover over the adjuster link. 4. Check the adjustment; refer to Checking the Control Cable. Figure 28 Note: After extended use, the drive belt may wear and lose its proper belt tension.
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Figure 30 1. Oil fill cap Figure 32 7. Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove it (Figure 30). 9. Screw the oil fill cap into the oil fill hole, and hand tighten it securely. 10. Wipe up any spilled oil. 11. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. 8. With the machine in the operating position, carefully pour oil into the oil fill hole. Allow a minute for the oil to settle and add enough to bring it to the point of overflow.
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4. Remove the 4 screws that secure the shroud (Figure 34). Figure 35 1. Center electrode insulator 2. Side electrode 3. Air gap (not to scale) 12. Install the spark plug and torque it to 20–22 ft-lb (27–30 N-m). 13. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Note: Ensure that the breather tube is routed above the spark plug wire as shown in Figure 36. Figure 34 1. Screw (4) 2. Shroud 3. Spark plug 4. Spark-plug wire 5. Remove the fuel tank cap. 6. Remove the shroud (Figure 34). 7. Install the fuel tank cap.
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Replacing the Drive Belt the loose rotor pulley positioned just above the rotor shaft (Figure 37). If drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, excessively cracked, frayed, or otherwise damaged, replace the belt. 1. Remove the drive belt cover by removing the 3 bolts as shown in Figure 37. 6. Install the rotor pulley onto the rotor shaft (Figure 37). 7. Install the curved washer and the rotor pulley bolt and tighten them securely (Figure 37).
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Figure 40 1. Cable clamps 2. Position the Quick Shoot control between the two arrows located on the right hand side of the upper handle (Figure 41). Figure 42 4. Hold the discharge chute in the straight-ahead position, pull the lower cable casing downward until you remove the slack in the cable, and tighten the screw on the lower cable clamp securely (Figure 43). Figure 41 1. Arrows 3.
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7. Dispose of unused fuel properly. Recycle it according to local codes, or use it in your automobile. 8. While the engine is still warm, change the engine oil. Refer to Changing the Engine Oil. 9. Remove the spark plug. 10. Squirt 2 teaspoons of oil into the spark plug hole. 11. Install the spark plug by hand and then torque it to 20–22 ft-lb (27–30 N-m). 12. With the ignition key in the Off position, pull the recoil starter slowly to distribute the oil on the inside of the cylinder. Figure 44 1.
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Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement A Two-Year Limited Warranty Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), The Toro Company, and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2009 and later utility/lawn/garden equipment engine. 2009 and later model year utility/lawn/garden equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet the U.S.
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The Toro 2-Year GTS Starting Guarantee and The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A Two-Year Full Warranty (45 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) CCR Power Clear Single-Stage Snowthrowers The Toro Starting Guarantee Items and Conditions Not Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly guarantee that your Toro GTS (Guaranteed to Start) engine, when used for residential purposes*, will start on the first or second pull for two (2) years