Toro 37798 Manuel De L'utilisateur page 2

WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 5
1 Installing the Upper Handle .............................. 5
2 Installing the Chute .......................................... 5
3 Installing the Traction-Control Linkage ............. 5
4 Installing the Chute-Control Rod ...................... 6
5 Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool .................... 7
6 Checking the Engine-Oil Level ......................... 8
7 Checking the Tire Pressure.............................. 8
8 Checking the Skids and Scraper ...................... 9
9 Checking the Operation of the Traction
Drive ............................................................... 9
Product Overview ................................................... 10
Specifications ...................................................11
Attachments/Accessories ..................................11
Operation .................................................................11
Before Operation ..................................................11
Before Operation Safety ....................................11
Filling the Fuel Tank .......................................... 12
During Operation ................................................. 12
During Operation Safety ................................... 12
Starting the Engine ........................................... 13
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 14
Operating the Traction Drive ............................. 14
Operating the Speed Selector........................... 15
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Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive................... 15
Operating the Quick Stick®............................... 15
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ................ 16
Operating Tips ................................................. 17
After Operation .................................................... 17
After Operation Safety ...................................... 17
Preventing Freeze-up after Use ........................ 17
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Maintenance ........................................................... 18
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 18
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 18
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 18
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 19
Checking and Adjusting the Skids and
Scraper ......................................................... 19
Checking and Adjusting the Traction
Cable ............................................................ 20
Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller
Cable ............................................................ 21
Checking the Auger-Gearbox-Oil Level............. 21
Changing the Engine Oil ................................... 22
Lubricating the Hex Shaft.................................. 22
Replacing the Spark Plug ................................. 23
Adjusting the Discharge-Chute Latch................ 24
Replacing the Drive Belts.................................. 24
Replacing the Headlight.................................... 25
Storage ................................................................... 25
Storing the Machine.......................................... 25
Removing the Machine from Storage ................ 25
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 26
Safety
This snowthrower is capable of injuring hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury.
General Safety
This machine complies with ANSI B71.3 specifications.
•
Read and understand the contents of this
Operator's Manual before you start the engine.
Ensure that everyone using this product knows
how to use it, knows how to shut off the engine
quickly, and understands the warnings.
•
Shut off the engine whenever you leave the
operating position for any reason.
•
Do not put your hands or feet near moving parts
on the machine.
•
Do not operate the machine without all guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
working.
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