Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsSnow ThrowerToro 38587

FormNo.3365-632RevA

PowerClearSnowthrower

ModelNo.38587—SerialNo.311000001andUp

ModelNo.38593—SerialNo.311000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeownersorprofessional,hiredoperators.It

isdesignedprimarilyforremovingsnowfrom

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.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct

containschemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orotherreproductiveharm.

ThissparkignitionsystemcomplieswithCanadian

ICES-002.

Theenclosed

Engine Owner’ s Man ual

issupplied

forinformationregardingtheUSEnvironmental

ProtectionAgency(EPA)andtheCalifornia

EmissionControlRegulationofemissionsystems,

maintenance,andwarranty.Replacementsmaybe

orderedthroughtheenginemanufacturer.

Safety

ThismachinemeetsorexceedstheB71.3

specicationsoftheAmericanNationalStandards

Instituteineffectatthetimeofproduction.

Readandunderstandthecontentsofthismanual

beforeyoustarttheengine.

Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol.Itisusedtoalert

youtopotentialpersonalinjuryhazards.Obeyall

safetymessagesthatfollowthissymboltoavoid

possibleinjuryordeath.

Improperlyusingormaintainingthismachine

couldresultininjuryordeath.Toreducethis

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OriginalInstructions(EN)

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Summary of content (16 pages)

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Form No. 3365-632 Rev A Power Clear Snowthrower Model No. 38587—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 38593—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction This machine is intended to be used by residential homeowners or professional, hired operators. It is designed primarily 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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potential, comply with the following safety instructions. • This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury. • Training • • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operating this machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly.
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Toro Snowthrower Safety • Look behind and use care when backing up with the machine. • Disengage power to the rotor blades when the machine is transported or not in use. • Never operate the machine without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run. • Never touch a hot engine or muffler (Figure 3). The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know.
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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. 114-1707 Order part no. 114-3752 1. Warning—read the 5. Engine switch Off Operator’s Manual. 6. Primer 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, rotor blades—stop the engine before leaving the machine. 3. Thrown object 7.
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Use Qty. 1 No parts required – Unfold the handle. 2 Discharge chute Chute handle Phillips head screws Washers Locknuts 1 1 3 3 3 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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2 3 Installing the Discharge Chute Adjusting the Control Cable Parts needed for this procedure: No Parts Required 1 Discharge chute 1 Chute handle 3 Phillips head screws 3 Washers 3 Locknuts Procedure Refer to Adjusting the Control Cable in Maintenance. Product Overview Procedure Install the discharge chute as shown (Figure 7). Figure 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Figure 7 6 Rotor blades Chute Deflector Discharge chute handle Ignition key Handle knobs 6. 7. 8. 9.
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Operation 50:1 Gasoline-to-Oil Ratio Mixing Chart Gasoline Oil Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. 1.5 US gallons (5.7 liters) 4.0 ounces (120 ml) 2 US gallons (7.6 liters) 5.2 ounces (160 ml) 3 US gallons (11.4 liters) 8.0 ounces (240 ml) DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. 3. Install the cap on the fuel container. 4.
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Starting the Engine 1. Turn the ignition key clockwise to the On position (Figure 11). Figure 14 Figure 11 Note: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole. 2. Move the choke lever to the right (Figure 12 and Figure 13). Important: Do not use the primer or the choke if the engine has been running as is hot. Excessive priming may flood the engine and prevent it from starting. 4.
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WARNING The electrical cord can become damaged, causing a shock or fire. 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 17 1. Control bar Disengaging the Rotor Blades To disengage the rotor blades, release the control bar (Figure 18).
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Adjusting the Discharge Chute 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. To adjust the discharge chute, move the chute handle and the chute deflector handle as shown (Figure 20). Operating Tips WARNING The rotor blades can throw stones, toys, and other foreign objects and cause serious personal injury to the operator or to bystanders.
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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 Maintenance Procedure • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. • Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary. • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. • Inspect the rotor blades and have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the rotor blades and scraper if necessary.
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Inspecting the Rotor Blades 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 22). Service Interval: Yearly—Inspect the rotor blades and have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the rotor blades and scraper if necessary. Note: Moving the Z-fitting higher decreases the gap between the control bar and the handle; moving it lower increases the gap.
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12. Install the spark plug and tighten it securely. 13. Connect the wire to the spark plug. 14. Remove the fuel tank cap. 15. Install the shroud with the screws you removed in step 4. Note: Ensure that the upper and lower shrouds fit together in the side grooves. 16. Install the fuel tank cap. 17. Install the chute seal, the discharge chute, and the discharge chute handle onto the machine using the hardware you removed in step 3.
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4. Remove the rotor pulley and the drive belt (Figure 27). Storage 5. Install the new drive belt, routing it as shown in Figure 28. Storing the Machine WARNING • Gasoline fumes are highly flammable, explosive, and dangerous if inhaled. If you store the machine in an area with an open flame, the gasoline fumes may ignite and cause an explosion.
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Notes: 15
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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