Service Manual

Single Stage Snowthrower Service Manual 2 - 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal Safety
• Never allow children to operate the snowthrower.
Adults should operate the snowthrower only after
reading the owner’s manual and receiving proper
instructions.
• Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away
from the area of operation.
• Wear adequate winter clothing and footwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
Before Operating
• Familiarize yourself with the controls. Know how to
stop the engine and disengage controls quickly.
• Since fuel is highly flammable, handle it with care.
Fill the fuel tank with a mixture of gasoline and oil
before trying to start the engine.
• Use an approved fuel container for storing the
gasoline/oil mixture. Store fuel outside unless it is
stored in a fireproof cabinet.
• Fill fuel tank outdoors, not indoors. The fuel tank
must not be filled when engine is running or when
engine is hot.
• Install the gasoline container cap, fuel tank cap,
and wipe up any spilled gasoline before starting the
engine.
• Keep all shields and safety devices in place. If a
shield or safety device is defective, make all
repairs before operating the snowthrower. Also
tighten all nuts, bolts, and screws.
During Operation
• Never operate the snowthrower without good
visibility or light. Always maintain a secure footing
and keep a firm grip on the handle when clearing
snow: WALK, NEVER RUN. DO NOT USE
SNOWTHROWER ON A ROOF.
• Do not run the engine indoors.
• Keep face, hands, feet, and other parts of your
body or clothing away from concealed, moving, or
rotating parts. Stay behind the handle while
operating the snowthrower. STAY CLEAR OF
DISCHARGE OPENING AT ALL TIMES.
• Do not attempt to make adjustments while engine
is running.
• Use extreme caution when clearing snow from
walk, road, or a gravel drive. Push down on the
handle to raise skid and impeller blades to avoid
picking up rocks and throwing them. Stay alert for
hidden hazards and traffic on roads.
• Never direct discharge of the snowthrower at
bystanders, glass enclosures, automobiles, trucks,
and window wells. Keep children and pets away.
• If a solid object is hit or if the snowthrower vibrates
abnormally, turn key to OFF so engine stops.
Next, remove high tension wire from the spark
plug; then check snowthrower for possible
damage, an obstruction, or loose parts. Repair
damage before starting and operating the
snowthrower.
• Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, or inspecting
the snowthrower, and before unclogging the
discharge guide, shut engine off and wait for all
moving parts to stop. Next remove high tension
wire from spark plug, and keep wire away from
plug to prevent accidental starting.
• Use caution when operating snowthrower as the
exhaust pipe is hot and could cause personal injury
or damage to clothing.
Electric Start Safety Precautions
• Use the extension cord provided with the Electric
Start (P.N. 28-9170) or any 16 gauge 2 or 3 wire
cord.
• Do not plug the extension cord into the outlet while
standing in water or when hands are wet.
• Do not use or connect the cord if gasoline has
been spilled on it.
• Always replace a damaged extension cord
immediately.
• Authorized Toro Service Dealers are certified for
electrical repairs and electrical servicing. Do not
attempt to repair 110V products.
This safety alert symbol means CAUTION
- PERSONAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION.
Read the instruction because it has to do
with safety. Failure to comply with the instruction
may result in personal injury.