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FormNo.3415-663RevA

PowerMax

HeavyDuty928OHXESnowthrower

PowerMax

HeavyDuty1028OHXESnowthrower

ModelNo.38801—SerialNo.402082000andUp

ModelNo.38802—SerialNo.402082000andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeowners.Itisdesignedprimarilyforremoving

snowfrompavedsurfaces,suchasdrivewaysand

sidewalks,andothersurfacesfortrafconresidential

orcommercialproperties.Itisnotdesignedfor

removingmaterialsotherthansnow.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoid

injuryandproductdamage.Youareresponsiblefor

operatingtheproductproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactT orodirectlyatwww.Toro.com

forproductsafetyandoperationtrainingmaterials,

accessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,orto

registeryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineT oroparts,or

additionalinformation,contactanAuthorizedService

DealerorToroCustomerServiceandhavethemodel

andserialnumbersofyourmachineready.Figure1

identiesthelocationofthemodelandserialnumbers

onthemachine.Writethenumbersinthespace

provided.

Important:Withyoursmartphoneortablet,scan

theQRcodeontheserialnumberdecaltoaccess

warranty,parts,andotherproductinformation.

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(Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycause

seriousinjuryordeathifyoudonotfollowthe

recommendedprecautions.

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WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Thisproductcontainsachemical

orchemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orreproductiveharm.

Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct

containschemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orotherreproductiveharm.

Important:Ifyouareusingthismachineabove

1500m(5,000ft)foracontinuousperiod,ensure

thattheHighAltitudeKithasbeeninstalled

sothattheenginemeetsCARB/EPAemission

regulations.TheHighAltitudeKitincreases

engineperformancewhilepreventingspark-plug

fouling,hardstarting,andincreasedemissions.

Onceyouhaveinstalledthekit,attachthe

high-altitudelabelnexttotheserialdecalonthe

machine.ContactanyAuthorizedToroService

8111LyndaleAvenueSouth

Bloomington,MN55420

Registeratwww.Toro.com.

OriginalInstructions(EN)

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*3415-663*A

Summary of content (28 pages)

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Form No. 3415-663 Rev A Max® Power Heavy Duty 928 OHXE Snowthrower Power Max® Heavy Duty 1028 OHXE Snowthrower Model No. 38801—Serial No. 402082000 and Up Model No. 38802—Serial No. 402082000 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.
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Dealer to obtain the proper High Altitude Kit and high-altitude label for your machine. To locate a dealer convenient to you, access our website at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer Care Department at the number(s) listed in your Emission Control Warranty Statement. Remove the kit from the engine and restore the engine to its original factory configuration when running the engine under 1500 m (5,000 ft).
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Safety • Do not operate the machine without all guards General Safety • Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep and other safety protective devices in place and working on the machine. bystanders a safe distance away from the machine. This machine complies with ANSI B71.3 specifications. • Read and understand the contents of this • Keep children out of the operating area. Never Operator’s Manual before you start the engine.
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1 2 x3 3 4 decal125-1102 125-1102 5 1. Engine—shut off 3. Variable speed control 2. Slow 4. Fast 120-9805 decal120-9805 120-9805 1. Insert the key. 2. Prime the engine 3 times. 3. Engage the choke. 4. Pull the starter cord. 5. Once the engine is running, disengage the choke. decal127-5991 127-5991 1. Left turn control 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, impeller—do not place your hand in the chute; shut off the engine before leaving the operator's position and use a tool to clear the chute. 2.
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Installing the Wheel-Clutch-Cable Ends Setup Installing the Upper Handle 1. Unwrap and discard the bubble wrap from the cables on the lower handle (Figure 5). g001302 Figure 5 2. 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 6). g001303 Figure 6 g220055 1. Wheel-clutch lever Note: Do not remove the rubber band on the cables 3. until you have installed the upper handle.
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Installing the Traction-Control Linkage 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). g001305 Figure 8 5.
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Installing the Chute-Control Connecting the Headlight Rod and Handwarmer Wires to the Engine g220058 g220057 7
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Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool Checking and Adjusting the Tire Pressure g219877 Checking the Skids and Scraper Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper (page 19). Checking the Operation of the Traction Drive CAUTION g220085 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. Checking the Engine-Oil Level Carefully check the traction drive and adjust it properly, if necessary.
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Product Overview g001011 Figure 15 The machine should move rearward. If the machine does not move or moves forward, 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 downward (clockwise) on the speed-control rod. D. Connect the trunnion to the speed-selector lever. g220972 Figure 16 4. Release the traction lever. 1. Handgrip (2) 5.
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DANGER Fuel is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from fuel can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the fuel, 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 fuel when smoking or around an open flame or sparks. • Store fuel in an approved fuel container, out of the reach of children.
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During Operation During Operation Safety • Shut off the engine before unclogging the machine and always use a stick or the snow-cleanout tool (if provided). A rotating auger can injure hands or feet. Stay behind the handles and away from the discharge opening while operating the machine. Keep your face, hands, feet, and any other part of your body or clothing away from moving or rotating parts. Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur.
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6. Move the throttle to the FAST position (Figure 24). g016504 Figure 24 7. g037221 Figure 22 Temperature Suggested Number of Primes Above -18°C (0°F) 3 -23°C to -18°C (-10°F to 0°F) 4 Below -23°C (-10°F) 6 5. Start the machine by pulling the recoil starter or pressing the electric-starter button (Figure 25). Move the choke to the CHOKE position (Figure 23). g019055 Figure 25 1. Electric-starter button 2. Electric starter plug-in 3.
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engine still does not start, take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer for service. 8. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet first and then from the machine (electric-start models only). 9. Allow the engine to warm up; gradually move the choke toward the RUN position. Wait for the engine to run smoothly before each choke adjustment. CAUTION If you leave the machine plugged into a power outlet, someone can inadvertently start the machine and injure people or damage property.
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Operating the Traction Drive CAUTION 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. g001307 Figure 30 Carefully check the traction drive and adjust it properly, if necessary. Note: This disengages the drive to the right wheel while the left wheel continues driving, and the machine turns to the right.
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Operating the Quick Stick® Hold the blue trigger cap down to use the Quick Stick to move the discharge chute and the chute deflector. Release the trigger cap to lock the discharge chute and chute deflector into position (Figure 34). g001012 Figure 32 Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive 1. To engage the auger/impeller drive, squeeze the right (auger/impeller) lever to the handgrip (Figure 33).
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Moving the Chute Deflector Operating Tips 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 36). DANGER When the machine is in operation, the impeller and auger rotate and can injure or amputate hands or feet. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting, troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
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After Operation After Operation Safety • 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 in any enclosure. • When storing the machine for more than 30 days, refer to Storage (page 25) for important details. Preventing Freeze-up after Use • In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and moving parts may freeze.
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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 Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level and add oil if necessary. Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and scraper and adjust them if necessary. 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. 1. Check the tire pressure; refer to Checking and Adjusting the Tire Pressure (page 8). 2.
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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 40 1. Jam nut With the traction lever disengaged, check the pin in the elongated slot in the left side of the machine above the tire.
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Checking the Auger-Gearbox-Oil Level 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 (Figure 44). g001569 Figure 42 1. Tab 2. 1.5 mm (1/16 inch) 4. If the auger/impeller cable is not properly adjusted, do the following steps: 5. Loosen the jam nut (Figure 43). g016782 Figure 44 1. Pipe plug 3. Remove the pipe plug from the gearbox. 4. Check the oil level in the gearbox.
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Lubricating the Hex Shaft Service Interval: Yearly—Lubricate the hex shaft. Lightly lubricate the hex shaft yearly with automotive engine oil (Figure 47). g011606 Figure 45 1. Clean the area around the oil-drain cap (Figure 46). g001027 Figure 47 1. Hex shaft 2. Aluminum friction plate 3. Rubber wheel Important: Do not get oil on the rubber wheel or the aluminum friction drive plate because the traction drive will slip (Figure 47). g016496 Figure 46 1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank. 2.
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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 51 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. Install the new spark plug, tighten it firmly, and attach the ignition wire to the spark plug.
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3. Grasp the cable conduit and move it toward the front of the machine until the discharge-chute latch fully engages the gear teeth (Figure 53 and Figure 54). 2. Turn the base of the bulb counterclockwise until it stops (Figure 56). g001033 Figure 56 3. Remove the bulb straight out from the back of the headlight (Figure 57). g001032 Figure 54 1. Discharge-chute latch 2. Gear teeth Note: The latch is spring loaded and naturally moves into the teeth of the gear (Figure 54). 4.
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Storage Storing the Machine 1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer to fresh fuel as directed by the fuel stabilizer manufacturer. Important: Do not store fuel longer than that suggested by the fuel-stabilizer manufacturer. 2. Run the engine for 10 minutes to distribute the conditioned fuel through the fuel system. 3. Run the machine until the engine runs out of fuel. 4. Prime the engine and start it again. 5. Allow the engine to run until it shuts off.
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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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