Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3373-565RevA

PowerMaxHeavyDuty1128OXESnowthrower

ModelNo.38680—SerialNo.313000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeownersorprofessional,hiredoperators.Itis

designedforremovingsnowfrompavedsurfaces,such

asdrivewaysandsidewalks,andothersurfacesfor

trafconresidentialorcommercialproperties.Itisnot

designedforremovingmaterialsotherthansnow,noris

amodelwithapivotingscraperdesignedforclearingoff

gravelsurfaces.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand

maintainyourmachineproperlyandtoavoidinjuryand

machinedamage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingthe

machineproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww .Toro.comformachine

andaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,ortoregister

yourmachine.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,oradditional

information,contactanAuthorizedServiceDealerorToro

CustomerServiceandhavethemodelandserialnumbersof

yourmachineready.Figure1identiesthelocationofthe

modelandserialnumbersonthemachine.Writethenumbers

inthespaceprovided.

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Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhassafety

messagesidentiedbythesafetyalertsymbol(Figure2),

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ifyoudonotfollowtherecommendedprecautions.

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Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanicalinformation

andNoteemphasizesgeneralinformationworthyofspecial

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WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct

containschemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orotherreproductiveharm.

ThissparkignitionsystemcomplieswithCanadianICES-002.

Theenclosed

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Contents

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

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

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

Operation...............................................................3

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

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

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

SafetyandInstructionalDecals.................................4

Setup............................................................................7

1InstallingtheUpperHandle....................................8

2InstallingtheWheelClutchCableEnds....................8

3InstallingtheTractionControlLinkage....................9

4InstallingtheChuteControlRod............................10

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Summary of content (32 pages)

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Form No. 3373-565 Rev A Power Max Heavy Duty 1128 OXE Snowthrower Model No. 38680—Serial No. 313000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. This machine is intended to be used by residential homeowners or professional, hired operators. 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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Training 5 Connecting the Wire to the Headlight......................11 6 Filling the Engine with Oil.....................................11 7 Checking the Tire Pressure ....................................12 8 Checking the Skids and Scraper ..............................12 9 Checking the Traction Drive Operation ...................12 Product Overview .........................................................14 Operation ....................................................................
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Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine. Operation WARNING • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with machines. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
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Safety and Instructional Decals the front of the machine on the pavement. Repeat if necessary until a stream of snow comes out the discharge chute. • If you cannot unclog the discharge chute by bumping Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. the front of the machine, stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and use the cleanout tool; never use your hand.
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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.
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Briggs & Stratton Part No. 277566 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. Briggs & Stratton Part No. 277588 1. Primer 3. Ignition key out (Engine—Stop) 2. Ignition key in (Engine—Run) Briggs & Stratton Part No. 278866 1. Fuel—On 2.
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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.
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1 Installing the Upper Handle Parts needed for this procedure: 4 Handle bolts 4 Curved washers 4 Locknuts Procedure Figure 4 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). 2 Important: Route the cables attached to the Quick Stick inside the upper handle legs and ensure that the cables and the wire for the headlight are not pinched between the handle sections.
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Figure 9 Figure 6 Note: The gap should be approximately the thickness of a pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm). If it is greater, loosen the cable clamp nut, slide the cable jacket up slightly, tighten the cable clamp nut, and check the gap again. 1. Wheel clutch lever 3. Remove the nut and washer from the handle, attach the cable clamp on the cable to the handle, install the washer and the nut, and hand tighten the nut (Figure 7). 6. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for the other cable.
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Note: For easier installation, look down through the opening in the speed selector (Figure 13). Figure 13 Figure 11 1. Speed selector lever 3. Inner washer 2. Trunnion 4. Outer washer 1. Speed selector 4 Note: To make installation easier, leave the flat washer on the trunnion (Figure 11). 4. Shift the speed selector lever into Position R2. Installing the Chute Control Rod 5. Rotate the lower link arm fully upward (counterclockwise) (Figure 12).
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7. Hold the blue trigger cap down and rotate the Quick Stick in a circle to ensure that the chute and deflector operate smoothly. 5 Connecting the Wire to the Headlight g018656 Figure 14 1. Short rod Parts needed for this procedure: 2. Long chute control rod 1 4. Insert the front end of the rod into the opening in the back of the chute gear cover until it slides into the chute gear (Figure 15). Cable tie Procedure 1.
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6 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Your machine comes with oil in the engine crankcase. Note: Before starting the engine, check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Figure 19 Use automotive detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. Refer to your engine owner's manual. 2. Install the dipstick securely.
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4. Release the traction lever. 9 5. Move the speed selector to the Position 1; refer to Operating the Speed Selector. 6. Squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the hand-grip (Figure 20). Checking the Traction Drive Operation The machine should move forward. If the machine does not move or moves rearward, complete the following: No Parts Required A. Release the traction lever and stop the engine.
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Product Overview Figure 23 1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle) Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Freewheeling or Using the Self-propel Drive You can operate the snowthrower with the self-propel feature engaged or disengaged (freewheeling). Figure 21 1. Hand-grip (2) To freewheel, slide the wheels inward and insert the axle pins through the axle holes, but not through the wheel hubs (Figure 24). 10. Scraper 2.
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Filling the Fuel Tank 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. • Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills. • Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around an open flame or sparks. • Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out of the reach of children.
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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 27). Figure 27 3. Insert the ignition key (Figure 28). Figure 29 5. Rotate the choke to the Choke position (Figure 30). Figure 30 Figure 28 1. Ignition key 6. Move the throttle to the Fast position (Figure 31). 4.
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Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle to the Slow position, and then to the Stop position (Figure 33). Figure 32 1. Electric-starter button 2. Electric starter plug-in 3. Recoil starter Figure 33 Note: To use the electric starter, connect a power cord to the electric starter plug-in first and then to a power outlet. Use only a UL-listed, 16-gauge extension cord recommended for outdoor use that is not longer than 50 feet (15 m). 2.
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take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer for service. Important: To operate the traction drive, you must operate the machine with the self-propel feature engaged. Refer to Freewheeling or Using the Self-propel Drive. 1. To engage the traction drive, squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the handgrip (Figure 35).
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2. To stop the auger and impeller, release the right hand lever. Important: When you engage both the auger/impeller lever and the traction lever, the traction lever locks the auger/impeller lever down, freeing your right hand. To release both 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 machine.
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Unclogging the Discharge Chute Operating Tips DANGER When the machine is in operation, the impeller and auger can rotate and cut off or injure hands and feet. WARNING If the auger/impeller is running but there is no snow coming out of the discharge chute, the discharge chute may be clogged. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
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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 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.
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Checking and Adjusting the Skids skids further down to prevent the pivoting scraper from picking up rocks. 6. Firmly tighten the nuts that secure both skids to the auger sides. Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and adjust them if necessary. Note: If the skids become excessively worn, you can turn them over and set the unused side toward the pavement. Check the skids to ensure that the auger does not contact the paved or gravel surface. Adjust the skids as needed to compensate for wear. 2.
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Figure 47 1. Jam nut Figure 49 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 50). 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.
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Checking the Auger Gearbox Oil Level Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes first) Service Interval: Yearly—Check the auger gearbox oil and add oil if necessary. If possible, run the engine just before changing the oil because warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Clean the area around the pipe plug (Figure 51).
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4. Install the oil drain cap. Replacing the Spark Plug 5. Fill the crankcase with oil. Refer to Filling the Engine Crankcase with Oil. Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug. Use a Champion QC12YC or equivalent spark plug. Lubricating the Hex Shaft Note: To access the spark plug, you must first remove the upper snow hood (Figure 56). Service Interval: Yearly—Lubricate the hex shaft. Lightly lubricate the hex shaft yearly with automotive engine oil (Figure 54). Figure 56 Figure 54 1.
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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 59), lift the front of the cover up, and slide it back and out of the way. Figure 57 1. Spark-plug wire Figure 59 3. Thumb screw 2. Bracket 2. Loosen the bolt on the cable clamp (Figure 60). 5. Clean around the base of the spark plug (Figure 57). 6.
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Note: The latch is spring loaded and will naturally move into the teeth of the gear (Figure 61). 4. Insert a new bulb into the back of the headlight (Figure 65). 4. Remove any slack in the cable by pulling the cable conduit rearward. 5. Tighten the bolt on the cable clamp. 6. Install and secure the gear cover. Replacing the Drive Belts Figure 65 If the auger/impeller drive belt or the traction drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, or otherwise damaged, have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the belt.
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Storage WARNING • Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. • Allow the engine to cool before storing it. Preparing the Machine for Storage 1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer to fresh fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer. Note: Fuel should not be stored longer than suggested by the fuel stabilizer manufacturer. 2.
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Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Electric starter does not turn (electric-start models only) 1. The power cord is disconnected at the outlet or the machine. 1. Connect the power cord to the outlet and/or the machine. 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.
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Problem Engine runs, but the machine discharges snow poorly or not at all Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The throttle is not in the Fast position when throwing snow. 1. Move the throttle to the Fast position. 2. The machine is moving too fast to clear the snow. 3. You are trying to remove too much snow per swath. 4. You are trying to remove extremely heavy or wet snow. 5. The discharge chute is plugged. 6. The auger/impeller drive belt is loose or is off the pulley. 2.
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Notes: 31
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The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A Three-Year Limited Warranty (45 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) Conditions and Products Covered Power Max HD and Power Max Two-Stage Snowthrowers Owner Responsibilities The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair the Toro Product listed below if used for residential purposes*, if defective in materials or workmanship or if it stops functioning due to the failure of a component for