Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsSnow ThrowerToro 38588

FormNo.3365-636RevC

PowerClearSnowthrower

ModelNo.38588—SerialNo.311000001andUp

ModelNo.38589—SerialNo.311000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential

homeowners.Itisdesignedforremovingsnowfrom

pavedsurfaces,suchasdrivewaysandsidewalks,

andothersurfacesfortrafconresidentialor

commercialproperties.Itisnotdesignedfor

removingmaterialsotherthansnow,norisit

designedforclearingoffgravelsurfaces.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourmachineproperlyandtoavoidinjury

andmachinedamage.Youareresponsibleforoperating

themachineproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww.Toro.comfor

machineandaccessoryinformation,helpndinga

dealer,ortoregisteryourmachine.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,

oradditionalinformation,contactanAuthorized

ServiceDealerorToroCustomerServiceandhave

themodelandserialnumbersofyourmachineready.

Figure1identiesthelocationofthemodelandserial

numbersonthemachine.Writethenumbersinthe

spaceprovided.

Figure1

1.Modelandserialnumberlocation

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhassafety

messagesidentiedbythesafetyalertsymbol(Figure2),

whichsignalsahazardthatmaycauseseriousinjury

ordeathifyoudonotfollowtherecommended

precautions.

Figure2

1.Safetyalertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

Safety

Readandunderstandthecontentsofthismanual

beforeyoustarttheengine.

Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol(

Figure2)isusedto

alertyoutopotentialpersonalinjuryhazards.Obey

allsafetymessagesthatfollowthissymboltoavoid

possibleinjuryordeath.

Improperlyusingormaintainingthismachine

couldresultininjuryordeath.Toreducethis

potential,complywiththefollowingsafety

instructions.

Thismachineiscapableofamputatinghandsand

feetandofthrowingobjects.Failuretoobservethe

followingsafetyinstructionscouldresultinserious

injury.

Training

•Read,understand,andfollowallinstructionsonthe

machineandinthemanual(s)beforeoperatingthis

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Summary of content (20 pages)

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Form No. 3365-636 Rev C Power Clear Snowthrower Model No. 38588—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 38589—Serial No. 311000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction Model No. This machine is intended to be used by residential homeowners. 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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machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine. Know how to stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly. • Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running (except when specifically recommended by manufacturer). • Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine. • Never allow children to operate the machine.
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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. • Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, and inspecting the machine, and before unclogging the discharge chute, stop the engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Figure 3 1. Symbol stamped on the exhaust baffle indicating a hot surface.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 94-2577 1. To engage the rotor blades, hold the control bar against the handle. 2. To disengage the rotor blades, release the control bar. 117-9102 (Model 38588 only) Order part no. 117-6036 1. Warning—read the Operator's Manual. 6. Engine switch Off 2. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, impeller—stop the engine before leaving the machine. 3.
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1 2 Description Use Qty. No parts required – Unfold the handle. Screws Chute assembly 3 1 Install the discharge chute. 1 Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Figure 5 Procedure 1. Loosen the handle knobs, pull out the “U”-shaped handle locks until you can move the handle freely, and rotate the handle to the operating position (Figure 4).
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Note: The bottle of oil may contain more than is required. Do not overfill or under fill the engine. 2 Max fill: 20 oz. (0.6 l), type: automotive detergent oil with an API service classification of SJ, SL, or higher. Installing the Discharge Chute Use Figure 8 below to select the best oil viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected: Parts needed for this procedure: 3 Screws 1 Chute assembly Procedure Install the discharge chute as shown (Figure 7). Figure 8 1.
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Operation 4 Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Adjusting the Control Cable DANGER No Parts Required Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. Procedure • 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. Refer to Adjusting the Control Cable in Maintenance.
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starting, poor engine performance, and may cause internal engine damage. Note: For best results, purchase only the quantity of gasoline that you expect to use in 30 days. Otherwise, you may add fuel stabilizer to newly purchased gasoline to keep it fresh for up to 6 months. Checking the Engine Oil Level Figure 13 Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. 2. Pull out the choke lever (Figure 14 and Figure 15). 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2.
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Figure 16 Figure 18 Note: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole. Important: Run the electric starter no more than 10 times at intervals of 5 seconds on, then 5 seconds off. Running the electric starter extensively can overheat and damage it. If the engine does not start after this series of attempts, wait at least 40 minutes to allow the starter to cool before attempting to start it again.
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Adjusting the Discharge Chute and Chute Deflector To adjust the discharge chute, press the trigger of the Quick Shoot™ control on the right hand side of the handle and move it up or down along the handle. Moving the control down the handle rotates the discharge chute to the left; moving the control up the handle rotates the discharge chute to the right (Figure 22). Figure 19 1. Control bar Disengaging the Rotor Blades To disengage the rotor blades, release the control bar (Figure 20).
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Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute only) to prevent the recoil starter and/or the electric starter from freezing up. • In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and moving parts may freeze. Do not use excessive force when trying to operate frozen controls. If you have difficulty operating any control or part, start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. Important: Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers.
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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 • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. • Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary. After the first hour After the first 2 hours Before each use or daily • Change the engine oil. • Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary.
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1/8-inch (2 mm to 3 mm) gap between the control bar and the handle (Figure 26). Note: Moving the Z-fitting higher decreases the gap between the control bar and the handle; moving it lower increases the gap. 3. Hook the spring to the adjuster link and slide the spring cover over the adjuster link. 4. Check the adjustment; refer to Checking the Control Cable. Note: After extended use, the drive belt may wear and lose its proper belt tension.
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9. Wait 3 minutes for the oil to settle and add enough to bring it to the point of overfill. 10. Screw the oil fill cap into the oil fill hole, and hand tighten it securely. 11. Wipe up any spilled oil. 12. Dispose of the used oil properly at a local recycling center. Servicing the Spark Plug Figure 31 1. Oil fill cap Service Interval: Yearly—Service the spark plug and replace it if necessary. 7. Unscrew the oil fill cap and remove it (Figure 31). 8.
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12. Install the spark plug and torque it to 20–22 ft-lb (27–30 N-m). 13. Connect the wire to the spark plug. Note: Ensure that the breather tube is routed above the spark plug wire as shown in Figure 37. Figure 37 Figure 35 1. Screw (4) 3. Spark plug 2. Shroud 4. Spark-plug wire 1. Breather tube 2. Carburetor drain bolt 14. Remove the fuel tank cap. 15. Install the shroud with the screws you removed in step 4. 5. Remove the fuel tank cap. 6. Remove the shroud (Figure 35). 7.
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7. Install the curved washer and the rotor pulley bolt and tighten them securely (Figure 38). Note: The concave side of the curved washer goes against the outside of the pulley. 8. Install the brake spring onto the idler arm (Figure 39). 9. Install the drive belt cover with the bolts you removed in step 1. Note: Ensure that the drive belt is properly adjusted and operating; refer to Checking the Control Cable and Adjusting the Control Cable. Adjusting the Quick Shoot™ Control Figure 38 1.
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2. Position the Quick Shoot control between the two arrows located on the right hand side of the upper handle (Figure 42). Figure 44 1. Lower cable casing Figure 42 1. Arrows 5. Pull the upper cable casing forward until you remove the slack in the cable, and tighten the screw on the upper cable clamp securely (Figure 45). 3. Rotate the discharge chute so that it faces straight ahead and the arrow on the back of the discharge chute aligns with the arrow on the shroud (Figure 43). Figure 45 1.
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Storage areas before painting, and use a rust preventative to prevent the metal parts from rusting. 15. Tighten any loose fasteners. Repair or replace any damaged parts. Storing the Snowthrower 16. Cover the machine and store it in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children. Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure. WARNING • Gasoline fumes are highly flammable, explosive, and dangerous if inhaled.
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Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement A Two-Year Limited Warranty Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), The Toro Company, and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2009 and later utility/lawn/garden equipment engine. 2009 and later model year utility/lawn/garden equipment engines must be designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to meet the U.S.
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The Toro 2-Year GTS Starting Guarantee and The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A Two-Year Full Warranty (45 Day Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) CCR Power Clear Single-Stage Snowthrowers The Toro Starting Guarantee Items and Conditions Not Covered The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly guarantee that your Toro GTS (Guaranteed to Start) engine, when used for residential purposes*, will start on the first or second pull for two (2) years