Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsSnow ThrowerToro 38865

FormNo.3422-352RevA

PowerMax

HeavyDuty1428OHXEand1432

OHXESnowthrower

ModelNo.38860—SerialNo.400000000andUp

ModelNo.38865—SerialNo.400000000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeowners.Itisdesignedprimarilyforremoving

snowfrompavedsurfaces,suchasdrivewaysand

sidewalks,andothersurfacesfortrafconresidential

orcommercialproperties.Itisnotdesignedfor

removingmaterialsotherthansnow.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactLawn-Boydirectlyat

www.Lawn-Boy.comforproductsafetyand

operationtrainingmaterials,accessoryinformation,

helpndingadealer,ortoregisteryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineLawn-Boy

parts,oradditionalinformation,contactanAuthorized

ServiceDealerorLawn-BoyCustomerServiceand

havethemodelandserialnumbersofyourproduct

ready.Figure1identiesthelocationofthemodel

andserialnumbersontheproduct.Writethenumbers

inthespaceprovided.

Important:Withyourmobiledevice,youcan

scantheQRcodeontheserialnumberdecal(if

equipped)toaccesswarranty,parts,andother

productinformation.

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1.Modelandserialnumberlocation

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhas

safetymessagesidentiedbythesafety-alertsymbol

(Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycause

seriousinjuryordeathifyoudonotfollowthe

recommendedprecautions.

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Safety-alertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

ThisproductcomplieswithallrelevantEuropean

directives;fordetails,pleaseseetheseparateproduct

specicDeclarationofConformity(DOC)sheet.

Important:Ifyouareusingthismachineabove

1500m(5,000ft)foracontinuousperiod,ensure

thattheHighAltitudeKithasbeeninstalled

sothattheenginemeetsCARB/EPAemission

regulations.TheHighAltitudeKitincreases

engineperformancewhilepreventingspark-plug

fouling,hardstarting,andincreasedemissions.

Onceyouhaveinstalledthekit,attachthe

high-altitudelabelnexttotheserialdecalon

themachine.ContactanyAuthorizedLawn-Boy

ServiceDealertoobtaintheproperHighAltitude

Kitandhigh-altitudelabelforyourmachine.

Tolocateadealerconvenienttoyou,access

ourwebsiteatwww.Lawn-Boy.comorcontact

ourLawn-BoyCustomerCareDepartmentat

thenumber(s)listedinyourEmissionControl

WarrantyStatement.Removethekitfromthe

engineandrestoretheenginetoitsoriginal

factorycongurationwhenrunningtheengine

under1500m(5,000ft).Donotoperateanengine

thathasbeenconvertedforhigh-altitudeuseat

8111LyndaleAvenueSouth

Bloomington,MN55420

Registeratwww.Toro.com.

OriginalInstructions(EN)

PrintedintheUSA

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*3422-352*A

Summary of content (28 pages)

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Form No. 3422-352 Rev A Max® Power Heavy Duty 1428 OHXE and 1432 OHXE Snowthrower Model No. 38860—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Model No. 38865—Serial No. 400000000 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Model No. This machine is intended to be used by residential homeowners. 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. It is not designed for removing materials other than snow.
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lower altitudes; otherwise, you could overheat and damage the engine. If you are unsure whether or not your machine has been converted for high-altitude use, look for the following label (Figure 3). Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper ......................................................... 17 Checking and Adjusting the Traction Cable ............................................................ 17 Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable ....................................................
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Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decal107-3040 107-3040 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazards of hand or foot, impeller and auger—keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine. 1 decal121-6847 2 121-6847 1.
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decal138-0650 138-0650 1. Squeeze the lower lever to turn left. 5. Cutting/dismemberment of fingers or hand, impeller blade—keep away from moving parts; keep all guards and shields in place; remove the key from the ignition before servicing the machine. 2. Squeeze the upper lever to engage the traction drive. 6. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders away. 3. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 7. Squeeze the upper lever to engage the impeller. 4.
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Setup 1 Checking the Engine-Oil Level No Parts Required Procedure Note: Your machine comes with oil in the engine crankcase. Before starting the engine, check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 17). 2 Checking the Tire Pressure No Parts Required Procedure g252396 3 Checking the Skids and Scraper No Parts Required Procedure Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper (page 17).
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4 5. Move the speed selector to Position 1; refer to Operating the Speed Selector (page 13). 6. Squeeze the left (traction) lever to the handgrip (Figure 5). Checking the Operation of the Traction Drive The machine should move forward. If the machine does not move or moves rearward, complete the following: A. Release the traction lever and shut off the engine. B. Disconnect the trunnion from the speed-selector lever. C. Turn the trunnion upward (counterclockwise) on the speed-control rod. D.
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5 Extending the Drift Breakers No Parts Required Procedure Extend the drift breakers as needed.
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Product Overview g016500 Figure 8 1. Primer 2. Ignition switch 5. Throttle 6. Oil-drain plug 3. Choke 4. Fuel-shutoff valve 7. Recoil-start handle g004217 Figure 9 1. Snow-cleanout tool (attached to the handle) g247913 Figure 7 1. Handgrip (2) 10. Discharge chute 2. Auger/impeller lever 11. Drift breaker (2) 3. Speed-selector lever 12. Scraper 4. Handwarmer switch 13. Auger 5. Traction lever 14. Skid (2) 6. Quick Stick® discharge-chute control 15. Headlight 7. Fuel-tank cap 16.
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Filling the Fuel Tank Operation • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than Note: Determine the left and right sides of the 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). machine from the normal operating position. • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE by volume is acceptable. Before Operation • Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline (such as E15 or E85) with more than 10% ethanol by volume.
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• Use your full attention while operating the • After striking a foreign object, shut off the engine, machine. Do not engage in any activity that causes distractions; otherwise, injury or property damage may occur. remove the ignition key (electric-start models only), inspect the machine for damage. Repair any damage before starting the machine. • Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, • If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, shut off especially when operating the machine in reverse.
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g260414 Figure 11 Using Recoil Start g260415 Figure 12 11
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Shutting Off the Engine g252411 Figure 13 Operating the Handwarmers Operating the Traction Drive Operate the handwarmers as follows: CAUTION • Press the switch to the ON position to turn on the If the traction drive is not properly adjusted, the machine may move in the direction opposite of what you intended, causing injury and/or property damage. handwarmers. • Press the switch to the OFF position to turn off the handwarmers.
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Using the Wheel-Clutch Levers Operating the Speed Selector The wheel-clutch levers allow you to momentarily disengage the drive to 1 or both wheels with the traction-drive lever still engaged. This enables you to turn and maneuver the machine 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 18). The lever locks in a notch at each speed selection.
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Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive 1. Operating the Quick Stick® Note: Fully press the blue knob to release the latch and operate the Quick Stick®. To engage the auger/impeller drive, squeeze the right (auger/impeller) lever to the handgrip (Figure 19). g001013 Figure 19 2. To stop the auger and impeller, release the right 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.
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engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and use the snow-cleanout tool (Figure 9). • If the engine slows down under a load or the Important: Unclogging the discharge chute • If the front of the machine rides up, shift the by bumping the front of the machine on the pavement may cause the skids to move. Adjust the skids and tighten the skid bolts securely; refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper (page 17). After Operation wheels slip, shift the machine into a lower gear.
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Maintenance 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 Every 100 hours Yearly Yearly or before storage • Check the engine-oil level and add oil if necessary. • Replace the spark plug.
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Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level and add oil if necessary. g257528 Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper Important: The auger blades must be supported above the ground by the skids. 3. Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and the scraper and adjust them if necessary. Ensure that the scraper is 3 mm (1/8 inch) above and parallel to a level surface.
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If the machine does not drive in the forward or reverse speeds or it drives when you release the traction lever, adjust the traction cable. Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable With the traction level disengaged, ensure that the bottom of the traction-cable bracket is touching the frame of the machine (Figure 23). 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.
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g260109 Figure 27 1. Jam nut 6. Figure 28 Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle that adjusts the tension on the cable (Figure 27). 7. Adjust the turnbuckle until you obtain the proper gap. 8. Tighten the jam nut. 9. Insert the 2 screws that you previously removed on the belt cover. 10. g257725 2. Turnbuckle 3. Check the oil level using a suitable measuring device, such as a clean cable tie. The oil should be approximately 3.8 cm (1.5 inches) below the filler opening (Figure 29).
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Use a Lawn-Boy spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or NGK BPR6ES). 1. Remove the boot (Figure 32). g011606 Figure 30 g016645 Figure 32 1. 1. Spark-plug boot Clean the area around the oil-drain cap (Figure 31). 2. Clean around the base of the spark plug. g016496 Figure 31 1. Oil-drain cap 2. Slide an oil-drain pan under the drain extension and remove the oil-drain cap. 3. Drain the oil. g016646 Figure 33 3.
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5. Install the new spark plug, tighten it firmly, and attach the ignition wire to the spark plug. Note: Ensure that the ignition wire snaps completely into place on the spark plug. Replacing the Drive Belts 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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Replacing the Headlight Replace the headlight assembly (Toro part number 138-0670) when needed. 1. Remove the headlight wire from the back of the headlight (A of Figure 35). 2. Remove the bolt and nut holding the headlight assembly onto the headlight bracket and then remove the old headlight assembly (B of Figure 35). 3. Secure the new headlight assembly onto the headlight bracket with the previously removed nut and bolt (C of Figure 35). 4.
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Troubleshooting Problem The electric starter does not turn (electric-start models only). The engine does not start or starts hard. Possible Cause 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. 3. Have a qualified electrician energize the outlet. 1. The key is not in the ignition or is in the STOP position. 1.
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Problem The 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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