Service Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Servicing of any outdoor
This manual is intended as a service and repair manual
power' equipment requires
only. The safety instructions provided in this manual are
care and common sense to
for the troubleshooting and service of the product only.
prevent injury. "CAUTION"
The individual Operator's Manuals will contain safety
statements have been placed thoughout this information on the operation of the Power Shift
manual to enhance safety. Whenever you Snowthrowers.
encounter
the word CAUTION Read the
instruction because
it has to do with safety.
Failure to comply with the instruction may
Operator's Manuals with complete operational safety
instruction are available through:
result
in personal injury or death.
The Toro Company
Publications Department
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN
55420 U.S.A.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
Avoid electrocution
Always use a grounded three wire plug and cord when
starting or troubleshooting a snowthrower equipped
with and electric starter.
Avoid possible fires and explosions
Use a container designed for gasoline.
Avoid spilling
gasoline and never smoke while working around
gasoline.
Avoid fires and falls
Wipe up any spilled fuel or oil.
Avoid lacerations and amputations
Stay clear of all moving parts when running the machine.
Treat all moving parts as
if they were moving whenever
the engine is running or has the potential to start.
Avoid burns
Do not touch engine while running or shortly after
running.
Avoid falls
Do not operate snowthrower at fast speeds on slippery
surfaces.
Avoid asphyxiation
Never operate an engine in a confined area without
proper ventilation.
Avoid possible eye injuries
Wear eye protection when working with springs or
cables.
Avoid unexpected starting of engine
Always turn
off key and disconnect spark plug wire
before attempting any cleaning, adjustment or repair.
Avoid accidental misuse of fuel
Always store fuel
in a container designed for gasoline
that is properly labeled.
Avoid possible injury due to inferior parts
Use only Toro original
parts to insure that important
safety criteria are met.
Avoid injury to bystanders
Always clear area of bystanders before starting or
testing a snowthrower.
Power Shift Snowthrowers
5 Safety !nstructions