Use and Care Manual

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FormNo.3385-211RevA

PowerClear

518ZR/ZESnowthrower

ModelNo.38472—SerialNo.315000001andUp

ModelNo.38473—SerialNo.315000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Thisproductcontainsachemicalorchemicals

knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,

birthdefects,orreproductiveharm.

Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct

containschemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orotherreproductiveharm.

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeowners.Itisdesignedprimarilyforremoving

snowfrompavedsurfaces,suchasdrivewaysand

sidewalks,andothersurfacesfortrafconresidentialor

commercialproperties.Itisnotdesignedforremoving

materialsotherthansnow,norisitdesignedforclearing

offgravelsurfaces.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand

maintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjuryand

productdamage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingthe

productproperlyandsafely.

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andaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,ortoregister

yourproduct.

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Contents

Introduction..................................................................1

Training.................................................................2

Preparation.............................................................2

Operation...............................................................2

ClearingaCloggedDischargeChute..........................3

MaintenanceandStorage..........................................3

ToroSnowthrowerSafety.........................................3

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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Form No. 3385-211 Rev A Power Clear® 518 ZR/ZE Snowthrower Model No. 38472—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Model No. 38473—Serial No. 315000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction WARNING CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning This product contains a chemical or chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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Safety and Instructional Decals ................................. 4 Setup ............................................................................ 5 1 Installing the Handle ............................................. 5 2 Installing the Recoil Starter Handle .......................... 5 3 Installing the Discharge Chute Assembly .................. 6 4 Filling the Engine with Oil...................................... 6 5 Adjusting the Control Cable ................................... 7 Product Overview .
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Maintenance and Storage • Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. • Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the machine is in safe working condition. • After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the ignition key, thoroughly inspect the machine for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 120-0149 1. Primer 2. Push the primer two times to prime the engine. 117-6047 1. Cutting dismemberment, impeller and cutting dismemberment, auger hazards—do not place your hand in the chute; remove the ignition key and read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 3. Push key in to switch engine On. 4. Pull key to switch engine switch Off. 5.
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Use Qty. 1 Oval-head bolts Curved washers Handle knobs 2 2 2 Install the handle. 2 No parts required – Install the recoil starter handle. 3 Discharge chute assembly Screws Washers Locknuts Knob 1 2 2 2 1 Install the discharge chute assembly. Bottle of engine oil 1 Fill the engine with oil. No parts required – Adjust the control cable.
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2 Installing the Recoil Starter Handle No Parts Required Figure 5 Procedure 1. Knob Install the recoil starter handle in the rope guide as shown in Figure 4. 2. Bolt (2), washer (2), and locknut (2) Note: Install the bolts from the inside of discharge chute assembly so that the washers and locknuts are on the outside of the chute. Important: Do not overtighten the locknuts. 4 Figure 4 Filling the Engine with Oil 1.
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Note: You may tip the machine forward (handle up) a little to make adding oil easier. Remember to return the machine to the operating position before checking the oil level. Important: Do not tip the machine all the way forward onto its nose, or fuel may leak out of the machine. 5. Screw the oil fill cap into the oil fill hole and hand tighten it securely. 5 Figure 6 Adjusting the Control Cable 1. Move the machine to a level surface. No Parts Required 2. Clean around the oil fill cap (Figure 11). 3.
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Adjusting the Control Cable Product Overview 1. Slide up the spring cover and unhook the spring from the adjuster link (Figure 9). Figure 9 1. Adjuster link 3. Spring cover 2. Z-fitting 4. Unhook the spring here. Figure 10 Note: You can pull up the adjuster link and cable to make unhooking the spring easier. 2. Move the Z-fitting to a higher or lower hole on the adjuster link as needed to obtain the 1/16-inch to 1/8-inch (2 mm to 3 mm) gap between the control bar and the handle (Figure 9). 1.
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Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • 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. Figure 12 1. 1/2 inch (13 mm) • Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills.
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Figure 14 Figure 13 1. The oil level is at its maximum. Note: Fill the engine crankcase with oil until the dipstick indicates that the engine oil level is correct as shown in Figure 13. If you overfill the engine with oil, remove the excess oil as directed in Changing the Engine Oil. 3. The oil level is too low—add oil to the crankcase. 2. The oil level is too high—remove oil from the crankcase. 10. Screw the oil fill cap into the oil fill hole and hand tighten it securely. 9.
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Starting the Engine 1. Push the ignition key fully inward to the On position (Figure 15). Figure 17 Note: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole. Figure 15 Important: Do not use the primer or the choke if the engine has been running and is hot. Excessive priming may flood the engine and prevent it from starting. 1. Ignition key 2. Move the choke lever fully to the right (Figure 16). 4.
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Engaging the Rotor Blades WARNING The electrical cord can become damaged, causing a shock or fire. To engage the rotor blades, hold the control bar against the handle (Figure 20). Thoroughly inspect the electrical cord before plugging it into a power source. If the cord is damaged, do not use it to start the machine. Replace or repair the damaged cord immediately. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer for assistance. Figure 20 1.
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Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Important: Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with machine. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear the chute: • Shut the engine off ! • Wait 10 seconds to be sure the rotor blades have stopped rotating. • Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands. Figure 22 Self-propelling the Snowthrower 1.
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start button once (model 38473 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.
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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 Maintenance Procedure • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. • Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary. After the first hour After the first 2 hours Before each use or daily • 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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remove the excess oil from the drain plug into an oil drain pan. 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. Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly—Service the spark plug and replace it if necessary. Use a Toro spark plug (Part No. 119-1961). 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Figure 27 1. The oil level is at its maximum. 2.
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5. Insert a screwdriver into the hole in the belt guide as shown in Figure 32, and flex the belt guide toward the rotor pulley enough to pull the belt through the gap. Figure 32 Figure 30 1. Belt guide 2. Engine pulley 1. Drive belt cover Note: Take care not to distort or damage the belt guide. Note: The lower front corner of the drive belt cover is fastened down with a smaller bolt, a washer, and a locknut. 6. To install the new drive belt, reverse the steps above.
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Storage Storing the Machine WARNING • Gasoline fumes are highly flammable, explosive, and dangerous if inhaled. If you store the product in an area with an open flame, the gasoline fumes may ignite and cause an explosion. • Do not store the machine in a house (living area), basement, or any other area where ignition sources may be present, such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers, furnaces, and other like appliances. Figure 33 1.
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Emission Control Warranty Statement For the United States, California, and Canada *374-0295* Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board (CARB), the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and The Toro Company, are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2014–2015 small off-road engine/equipment. In California and the United States, new small off-road engines/equipment must be designed, built, and certified to meet stringent anti-smog standards.
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1. Fuel System Parts • • • • • • 2. Fuel line, fittings, and clamps Fuel tank, cap, and tether Carbon canister Air cleaner Intake manifold Crankcase vent and line(s) Purge line and fittings Spark plug(s) and wire(s) Magneto ignition system Catalytic Exhaust System • • • 5. Fuel pump Ignition System • • 4. Cold starting enrichment (primer or choke) Air Induction System • • • • 3.
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The Toro 2-Year GTS Starting Guarantee and The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee Power Clear Single-Stage Snowthrowers A Two-Year Full Warranty (45 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) 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 fr