Toro 38584, 38583 owner manual Training, Preparation, Operation

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potential, comply with the following safety instructions.

This snowthrower is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury.

Training

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operating this unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.

Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children.

Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

Preparation

Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

Use an approved fuel container.

Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.

Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.

Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground, away from your vehicle, before filling.

When practical, remove gas-powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground. If this is not possible, then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container, rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle.

Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times, until refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device.

Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

If fuel is spilled on clothing, change clothing immediately.

Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all units with electric starting motors.

Do not attempt to clear snow from a gravel or crushed rock surface. This product is intended for use only on paved surfaces.

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.

Operation

Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the ignition key, thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower.

If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the rotor blade housing or discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections.

When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the engine and make certain that the rotor blades and all moving parts have stopped.

Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting the engine and for transporting the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous.

Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.

Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards and other safety protective devices in place and working.

Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur. Keep children and others away.

Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.

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Contents Introduction SafetyPower Clear Snowthrower Operation TrainingPreparation Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Maintenance and StorageToro Snowthrower Safety Safety and Instructional Decals 94-2577Setup Unfolding the HandleProduct Overview Installing the Discharge ChuteAdjusting the Control Cable OperationStarting the Engine Mixing Gasoline and OilFilling the Fuel Tank Choke lever Stopping the Engine Engaging the Rotor BladesDisengaging the Rotor Blades Adjusting the Discharge Chute Chute Deflector Preventing Freeze-up after UseOperating Tips MaintenanceRecommended Maintenance Schedules Checking the Control Cable Servicing the Spark Plug Inspecting the Rotor BladesReplacing the Drive Belt Adjusting the Quick Shoot Control Lower cable casing Storage Storing the SnowthrowerPage Page Toro 5-Year GTS Starting Guarantee