Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsGas Snow BlowersPower Max HD 1028 OHXE 28 in. 302cc Two-Stage Electric Start Gas Snow Blower

FormNo.3441-579RevB

PowerMax

HeavyDuty1028OHXE/1232OHXE

Snowthrower

ModelNo.38841—SerialNo.406400000andUp

ModelNo.38842—SerialNo.408650751andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeowners.Itisdesignedprimarilyforremoving

snowfrompavedsurfaces,suchasdrivewaysand

sidewalks,andothersurfacesfortrafconresidential

orcommercialproperties.Itisnotdesignedfor

removingmaterialsotherthansnow.Usingthis

productforpurposesotherthanitsintendedusecould

provedangeroustoyouandbystanders.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

Visitwww.Toro.comforproductsafetyandoperation

trainingmaterials,accessoryinformation,helpnding

adealer,ortoregisteryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineT oroparts,or

additionalinformation,contactanAuthorizedService

DealerorToroCustomerServiceandhavethemodel

andserialnumbersofyourproductready.Figure1

identiesthelocationofthemodelandserialnumbers

ontheproduct.Writethenumbersinthespace

provided.

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.

Important:Ifyouareusingthismachineabove

1500m(5,000ft)foracontinuousperiod,ensure

thattheHighAltitudeKithasbeeninstalled

sothattheenginemeetsCARB/EPAemission

regulations.TheHighAltitudeKitincreases

engineperformancewhilepreventingspark-plug

fouling,hardstarting,andincreasedemissions.

Onceyouhaveinstalledthekit,attachthe

high-altitudelabelnexttotheserialdecalonthe

machine.ContactanyAuthorizedToroService

DealertoobtaintheproperHighAltitudeKitand

high-altitudelabelforyourmachine.Tolocate

adealerconvenienttoyou,accessourwebsite

atwww.Toro.comorcontactourToroCustomer

CareDepartmentatthenumber(s)listedinyour

EmissionControlWarrantyStatement.Remove

thekitfromtheengineandrestoretheengineto

itsoriginalfactorycongurationwhenrunningthe

engineunder1500m(5,000ft).Donotoperatean

enginethathasbeenconvertedforhigh-altitude

useatloweraltitudes;otherwise,youcould

overheatanddamagetheengine.

8111LyndaleAvenueSouth

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OriginalInstructions(EN)

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Summary of content (32 pages)

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Form No. 3441-579 Rev B Max® Power Heavy Duty 1028 OHXE / 1232 OHXE Snowthrower Model No. 38841—Serial No. 406400000 and Up Model No. 38842—Serial No. 408650751 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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If you are unsure whether or not your machine has been converted for high-altitude use, look for the following label (Figure 3). During Operation Safety ................................... 12 Starting the Engine ........................................... 13 Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 15 Operating the Handwarmers............................. 15 Operating the Traction Drive ............................. 15 Using the Wheel-Clutch Levers.........................
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Safety and Instructional Decals Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI/OPEI B71.3 specifications. 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. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury.
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decal136-7825 136-7825 1. Fuel 2. Fuel shutoff Order Part No. 144-0333 decal121-6847 121-6847 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of the fingers or hand, impeller—do not place your hand in the chute; shut off the engine before using the tool to clear the chute. Model 38841 only decal125-1102 125-1102 1. Engine—shut off 3. Variable speed control 2. Slow 4. Fast decal144-0326 144-0326 Model 38842 only 1. Fast 2. Forward speed decal131-6487 131-6487 1. Engine—shut off 3. Fast 2.
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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 Installing the Upper Handle No Parts Required Procedure g293415 2. 2 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 tighten the nut by hand (Figure 6). Installing the Wheel-Clutch-Cable Ends No Parts Required Procedure 1. Route either the left or right cable end over the lower handle and insert the cable end into the hole in the corresponding wheel-clutch lever (Figure 5). g001304 Figure 6 1.
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g001306 Figure 8 g248021 Figure 7 4. Note: The gap should be approximately the Squeeze the lever fully, then check the gap between the bottom of the handle and the end of the wheel-clutch lever (Figure 8). 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. 5. Repeat steps 2 through 5 for the other cable.
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4 Installing the Chute-Control Rod No Parts Required Procedure g252615 5 Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool No Parts Required Procedure g258663 8
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6 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 20). 7 Checking the Tire Pressure No Parts Required Procedure g252396 8 Checking the Skids and Scraper No Parts Required Procedure Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper (page 20).
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9 5. Move the speed selector to Position 1; refer to Operating the Speed Selector (page 16). 6. Squeeze the left (traction) lever to the handgrip (Figure 13). 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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Product Overview g016500 Figure 15 1. Primer 2. Key 5. Throttle 6. Oil-drain plug 3. Choke 4. Fuel-shutoff valve 7. Recoil-start handle g004217 Figure 16 1. Snow-cleanout tool (attached to the handle) g247809 Figure 14 1. Handgrip (2) Specifications 10. Discharge chute 2. Auger/impeller lever 11. Scraper 3. Speed-selector lever 12. Auger 4. Handwarmer switch 13. Skid (2) 5. Traction lever 14. Headlight 6. Quick Stick® discharge-chute control 15. Electric-start button 7.
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Filling the Fuel Tank Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the Type Unleaded gasoline machine from the normal operating position. Minimum octane rating 87 (US) or 91 (research octane; outside the US) Ethanol No more than 10% by volume Methanol None MTBE (methyl tertiary butyl ether) Less than 15% by volume Oil Do not add to the fuel Before Operation Before Operation Safety Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), fuel from a reputable source.
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• Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm • • • • • • • damage. Repair any damage before starting the machine. hold on the handles. Walk; never run. Exercise extreme caution when operating the machine on a slope. Do not operate the machine without good visibility or light. Look behind and use care when backing up the machine. When not actively clearing snow, disengage power to the auger. Exercise extreme caution when operating the machine on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
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g322740 Figure 18 Recoil Start g257505 Figure 19 14
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Shutting Off the Engine Important: Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. g252411 Figure 20 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.
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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 25). The lever locks in a notch at each speed selection.
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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. WARNING If the auger and impeller continue to rotate when you release the auger/impeller lever, you could seriously injure yourself or others. Moving the Chute Deflector Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick Stick forward to lower the chute deflector; move it rearward to raise the chute deflector (Figure 29). Do not operate the machine.
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After Operation the skids and tighten the skid bolts securely; refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper (page 20). After Operation Safety Operating Tips General Safety DANGER • Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water heaters, space heaters, or clothes dryers. Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure.
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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 • Check the engine-oil level and add oil if necessary. Every 50 hours • Change the engine oil.
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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 Note: If the pavement is cracked, rough, or uneven, adjust the skids to raise the scraper. For gravel surfaces, adjust the skids further down to prevent the machine from picking up rocks. Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and the scraper and adjust them if necessary.
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Checking and Adjusting the Traction 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. 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. g001021 Figure 33 1.
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Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable 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 that are holding the belt cover in place (Figure 34). 2. Remove the belt cover (Figure 34). g322960 Figure 36 1. Jam nut 6. Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle that adjusts the tension on the cable (Figure 36). 7.
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Changing the Engine Oil Checking the Auger-Gearbox-Oil Level Service Interval: After the first 5 hours—Change the engine oil. Every 50 hours—Change the engine oil. Change the engine oil every 25 operating hours when operating the engine under a heavy load. Service Interval: Yearly—Check the auger-gearbox oil and add oil if necessary. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Clean the area around the pipe plug and remove the pipe plug from the gearbox (Figure 37).
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g019018 Figure 41 g011606 1. Hex shaft 2. Aluminum friction plate Figure 40 9. 3. Rubber wheel Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle in the engine. Important: Do not get oil on the rubber wheel 10. Wipe the dipstick clean with a clean cloth. 11. Insert the dipstick into the oil-fill tube and screw it in, then remove the dipstick. or the aluminum friction drive plate because the traction drive will slip (Figure 41). 12. Read the oil level on the dipstick.
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Replacing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the spark plug. WARNING Replacing the spark plug while the engine is hot can result in burns. g001029 Figure 45 1. 0.76 mm (0.030 inch) Wait until the engine is cool to replace the spark plug. 5. Use a Toro spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or NGK BPR6ES). 1. Remove the boot (Figure 43). Install the new spark plug, tighten it firmly, and attach the ignition wire to the spark plug.
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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 46). 2. Remove the bolt and nut holding the headlight assembly onto the headlight bracket and then remove the old headlight assembly (B of Figure 46). 3. Secure the new headlight assembly onto the headlight bracket with the previously removed nut and bolt (C of Figure 46). 4.
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11. Cover the machine and store it in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children. Removing the Machine from Storage Perform the annual maintenance procedures as given in the Recommended Maintenance Schedule; refer to Maintenance (page 19).
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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. 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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Notes:
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California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into California.
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