Form No. 3361-691 Rev A Power Max® 828 OXE Snowthrower Model No. 38637C—Serial No. 290000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
Safety Caution: Improper use may result in loss of fingers, hands, or feet. Before Operating ? ? Read and understand the contents of this manual before operating the snowthrower Become familiar with all controls and know how to stop the engine quickly . . There is a high-speed impeller close to the opening. Operator 's Position The low-speed auger has a moving pinch point close to the opening. This snowthrower meets or exceeds the B71.
• • • • – When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle. – Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times, until refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. – Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
• Always refer to the Operator’s Manual for important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period. • Perform only those maintenance instructions described in this manual. Before performing any maintenance, service, or adjustment, stop the engine, remove the key, and disconnect the wire from the spark plug. If major repairs are ever needed, contact your Authorized Service Dealer. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 112-6625 Reorder part no. 112-6629 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, impeller—do not place your hand in the chute; stop the engine before leaving the operator’s position, use the tool to clear the chute. 106-4525 Reorder part no. 112-6633 1. Fast 2. Forward speeds 3. Slow 4. Reverse speeds 107-3040 1.
112-6627 1. Left turn control 3. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 5. Cutting/dismemberment 7. Auger/impeller hazard, impeller—keep drive—squeeze the lever to away from moving parts; engage; release the lever remove the ignition key and to disengage. read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance. 6. Thrown object 8. Right turn control hazard—keep bystanders a safe distance from the snowthrower. 2. Traction drive—squeeze 4.
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Description Qty. Use Handle bolts Curved washers Locknuts 4 4 4 Install the upper handle. No parts required – Install the wheel clutch cable ends No parts required – Install the traction control linkage. Carriage bolts Locknuts 2 2 Install the chute control rod. Cable tie 1 Connect the wire to the headlight. No parts required – Fill the engine with oil.
1. Installing the Upper Handle 4 Handle bolts 4 Curved washers 4 Locknuts 2. Installing the Wheel Clutch Cable Ends Procedure 1. Unwrap the cable ends from the lower handle (Figure 5). Procedure Note: Do not remove the rubber band on the cables until you have installed the upper handle. 1. Lift and rotate the upper handle and position it over the lower handle (Figure 3).
Important: Ensure that the curved side of the cable clamp is against the handle and that the cable is routed below the clamp bolt. The cable must be in a straight line from the cable clamp to the point where it attaches to the wheel clutch lever. 4. Pull the cable jacket down gently until the wheel clutch lever is down and the slack is out of the cable, then tighten the cable clamp nut securely (Figure 8). Figure 10 2.
6. Lift up on the speed control rod and insert the trunnion into the hole in the speed selector lever (Figure 11). Note: If the trunnion does not fit into the hole when you lift up on the speed control rod, rotate the trunnion upward or downward on the speed control rod until it fits. 7. Secure the trunnion and upper end of the speed control rod with the outer washer and a hairpin cotter you previously removed.
6. Filling the Engine with Oil Procedure Your snowthrower comes with 20 oz. of oil in the engine crankcase. Note: Before starting the engine, check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Figure 16 1. Cable clip Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.55 l), type: automotive detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. Use SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W30 oil. Refer to your engine owner’s manual. 2. Deflector cable 7.
8. Checking the Skids and Scraper 4. Release the traction lever. Procedure 6. Squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the hand-grip (Figure 19). 5. Move the speed selector to the Position 1; refer to Operating the Speed Selector. Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper in Maintenance. The snowthrower should move forward. If the snowthrower does not move or moves rearward, complete the following: 9. Checking the Traction Drive Operation A.
Product Overview Figure 22 1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle) Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. Figure 20 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Figure 25 1. Ignition key Figure 23 1. 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) 4. Firmly push in the primer with your thumb 2 times (15°F or -9°C or above) or 4 times (below 15°F or -9°C), holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 26). Starting the Engine 1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level in Maintenance. 2. Turn the fuel shutoff valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise to open it (Figure 24). Figure 24 3. Insert the ignition key (Figure 25). Figure 26 5.
maximum, then wait one minute before trying to start it again). If the engine still does not start, take the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer for service. 8. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet first and then from the snowthrower (electric start only). 9. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes, move the choke toward the Run position. Wait for the engine to run smoothly before each choke adjustment. Figure 27 6. Move the throttle to the Fast position (Figure 28).
Figure 32 Figure 31 2. To stop the traction drive, release the traction lever. Using the Wheel Clutch Levers 5. Pull the recoil starter 3 or 4 times. This helps prevent the recoil starter from freezing up. The wheel clutch levers allow you to momentarily disengage the drive to one or both wheels with the traction drive lever still engaged. This enables you to turn and maneuver the snowthrower easily.
Momentarily squeezing and releasing the left or right wheel clutch lever also allows for steering adjustments to keep the snowthrower going in a straight line, especially in deep snow. levers, simply release the left hand (traction) lever. 3. If the auger and impeller continue to rotate when you release the auger/impeller lever, do not operate the snowthrower. Check the auger/impeller cable (refer to Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable) and adjust it if necessary.
Unclogging the Discharge Chute If the auger/impeller is running but there is no snow coming out of the discharge chute, the discharge chute may be clogged. • 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.
Operating Tips When the snowthrower is in operation, the impeller and auger can rotate and cut off or injure hands and feet. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, or repairing the snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and keep it away from the plug to prevent someone from accidentally starting the engine. • Remove an obstruction from the discharge chute; refer to Unclogging the Discharge Chute.
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 After the first 2 hours • Inspect the traction cable and adjust it if necessary. • Inspect the auger/impeller cable and adjust it if necessary. After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before each use or daily • Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary.
Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper Checking and Adjusting the Traction Cable Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and the scraper and adjust them if necessary. Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the traction cable and adjust it if necessary. Check the skids and the scraper to ensure that the auger does not contact the paved or gravel surface. Adjust the skids and the scraper as needed to compensate for wear.
Figure 43 1. Jam nut Figure 45 2. Turnbuckle 1. Tab 2. 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable 4. If the auger/impeller cable is not properly adjusted, do the following steps: 5. Loosen the jam nut (Figure 46). Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the auger/impeller cable and adjust it if necessary. Yearly—Inspect the auger/impeller cable and adjust or replace it if necessary. 1. Remove the 2 screws from the right side of the belt cover as shown. 2.
Checking the Auger Gearbox Oil Level Service Interval: Yearly—Check the auger gearbox oil and add oil if necessary. Figure 48 1. Move the snowthrower to a level surface. 1. Oil drain cap 2. Clean the area around the pipe plug (Figure 47). 2. Slide an oil drain pan under the drain extension and remove the oil drain cap. 3. Drain the oil. Note: Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. 4. Install the oil drain cap. 5. Fill the crankcase with oil.
4. Remove the bracket thumb screw and the bracket (Figure 52). Figure 50 1. Back cover 4. Move the speed selector lever to Position R2. 5. Dip your finger in automotive engine oil and lightly lubricate hex shaft. 6. Move the speed selector lever to Position 6. 7. Lubricate the other end of the hex shaft. 8. Move the speed selector lever forward and rearward a few times. 9. Install the back cover and return the snowthrower to the operating position. Figure 52 Replacing the Spark Plug 3. Thumb screw 1.
12. Align the tab on the choke control knob with the slot on the upper snow hood. 13. Connect the choke control knob to the choke shaft on the carburetor. Adjusting the Discharge Chute Latch If the discharge chute does not lock into the desired position or does not unlock so that you can move it to another position, adjust the discharge chute latch. Figure 56 1. Discharge chute latch 1.
Figure 58 3. Remove the bulb straight out from the back of the headlight (Figure 59). Figure 62 Figure 59 4. Insert a new bulb into the back of the headlight (Figure 60). Figure 60 5. Turn the base of the bulb clockwise until it is snug (Figure 61). Figure 61 6. Insert the wire connector straight into the back of the headlight until it is securely in place (Figure 62).
Storage 16. Touch up chipped surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer. Sand affected areas before painting, and use a rust preventative to prevent the metal parts from rusting. 17. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair or replace any damaged parts. • Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. 18. Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children.
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Electric starter does not turn (electric-start models only) 1. The power cord is disconnected at the outlet or the snowthrower. 1. Connect the power cord to the outlet and/or the snowthrower. 2. The power cord is worn, corroded, or damaged. 3. The power outlet is not energized. 2. Replace the power cord. 1. The key is not in the ignition or is in the Stop position. 1. Insert the key into the ignition and turn it to the On position. 2.
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action 7. The auger/impeller drive belt is worn or broken. 7. Replace the auger/impeller drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com for servicing information or take the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer. Discharge chute either does not lock into place or does not move 1. The discharge chute latch is not properly adjusted. 1. Adjust the discharge chute latch. Snowthrower does not properly clear the snow off the surface 1.
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