Form No. 3361-694 Rev A Power Max® 1128 OXE Snowthrower Model No. 38657C—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. Preparation This snowthrower meets or exceeds the ISO standard 8437 in effect at the time of production.
wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair. • Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, etc.). Operation • Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing that could get caught in moving parts. container. Remove the key from the ignition switch before storing the snowthrower. • If a shield, safety device, or decal is damaged, illegible, or lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation. Also, tighten any loose fasteners. • Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. • Do not smoke while handling gasoline. Sound Pressure • Do not use the snowthrower on a roof.
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. 112-6627 1. Left turn control 3. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 7. Auger/impeller 5. Cutting/dismemberment drive—squeeze the lever to hazard, impeller—keep engage; release the lever away from moving parts; to disengage.
Briggs Part No. 276925 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Warning—fire hazard. Briggs Part No. 277566 3. Warning—toxic gas inhalation hazard. 4. Warning—hot surface/burn hazard. 1. When starting a cold engine, close the choke and press the primer two times. 2. When starting a warm engine, open the choke and do not press the primer. 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 Use Qty.
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 28 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: 28 oz. (0.83 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. 1.
9. Checking the Traction Drive Operation A. Release the traction lever and stop the engine. B. Disconnect the trunnion from the speed selector lever (Figure 11). Procedure C. Turn the trunnion upward (counterclockwise) on the speed control rod (Figure 11). D. Connect the trunnion to the speed selector lever (Figure 11). If the traction drive is not properly adjusted, the snowthrower may move in the direction opposite of what you intended, causing injury and/or property damage. 7.
Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure 23). Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old. Do not add oil to the gasoline. Figure 21 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Recoil starter 6. Oil drain plug 7. Primer Choke Ignition switch Fuel shutoff valve Throttle Figure 22 Figure 23 1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle) 1. 1-1/2 inch (3.
Figure 27 6. Move the throttle to the Fast position (Figure 28). Figure 25 1. Ignition key 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). Figure 28 7. Start the snowthrower pulling the recoil starter or pressing the electric-starter button (Figure 29). Figure 26 Figure 29 5. Rotate the choke to the Choke position (Figure 27). 1. Electric-starter button 2.
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 31 5. Pull the recoil starter 3 or 4 times.
Using the Wheel Clutch Levers Operating the Speed Selector 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. The speed selector has 6 forward and 2 reverse gears. To change speeds, release the traction lever and shift the speed selector lever to the desired position (Figure 35). The lever locks in a notch at each speed selection.
• If the chute does not move, refer to Adjusting the Discharge Chute Latch. • If the chute does not turn as far to the left as it does to the right, ensure that the cable is routed to the inside of the handles. Refer to Installing the Upper Handle. • If the chute does not lock into place when you release the trigger cap, refer to Adjusting the Discharge Chute Latch. If the auger and impeller continue to rotate when you release the auger/impeller lever, you could seriously injure yourself or others.
Preventing Freeze-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. The rotor blades can throw stones, toys, and other foreign objects and cause serious personal injury to the operator or to bystanders. • After using the snowthrower, let the engine run for a few minutes to prevent moving parts from freezing.
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 the Engine Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, then fully install the dipstick. Figure 41 1. Skid 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 40). If the oil level is below the Add mark on the dipstick, add oil. Refer to Filling the Engine with Oil. 4.
Checking and Adjusting the Traction Cable Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the traction cable and adjust it if necessary. Yearly—Inspect the traction cable and adjust or replace it if necessary. 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.
4. Check the oil level in the gearbox. The oil should be at the point of overflowing at the filler opening. 5. If the oil level is low, add GL-5 or GL-6, SAE 85-95 EP transmission oil to the gearbox until the point of overflow. Note: Do not use synthetic oil. 6. Install the pipe plug in the gearbox. Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours—Change the engine oil. Figure 47 1. Jam nut Every 50 hours—Change the engine oil.
Lubricating the Hex Shaft Replacing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug. Lightly lubricate the hex shaft yearly with automotive engine oil (Figure 50). Use a Champion QC12YC or equivalent spark plug. Note: To access the spark plug, you must first remove the upper snow hood (Figure 52). Figure 50 1. Hex shaft 2. Aluminum friction plate 3.
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. 1. Remove the fastener on the gear cover (Figure 55), lift the front of the cover up, and slide it back and out of the way. Figure 53 Figure 55 3. Thumb screw 1. Spark-plug wire 2. Bracket 2. Loosen the bolt on the cable clamp (Figure 56). 5. Clean around the base of the spark plug (Figure 53). 6.
Replacing the Headlight Bulb Use a GE 892 16W halogen light bulb. Do not touch the bulb with your hands or allow dirt or moisture to come into contact with the bulb. 1. Remove the wire connector from the back of the headlight (Figure 58). Figure 57 1. Discharge chute latch 2. Gear teeth Note: The latch is spring loaded and will naturally move into the teeth of the gear (Figure 57). Figure 58 4. Remove any slack in the cable by pulling the cable conduit rearward. 2.
Storage 5. Turn the base of the bulb clockwise until it is snug (Figure 62). • Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the snowthrower in an enclosure near an open flame. Figure 62 • Allow the engine to cool before storing it. 6. Insert the wire connector straight into the back of the headlight until it is securely in place (Figure 63). Preparing the Snowthrower for Storage 1.
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. 18. Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children. Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure. Removing the Snowthrower from Storage 1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder. 2.
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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Gas Powered Snow Products The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A Two-Year Full Warranty (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) Conditions and Products Covered Owner Responsibilities The Toro Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product used for normal residential purposes* if defective in materials or workmanship.
