Toro 38805 Operator's Manual

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Power Max Heavy Duty 826 OXE Snowthrower

Model No. 38805—Serial No. 316000001 and Up

Introduction

This machine is intended to be used by residential

homeowners or professional, hired operators. It is

designed for removing snow from paved surfaces, such

as driveways and sidewalks, and other surfaces for

traffic on residential or commercial properties. It is not

designed for removing materials other than snow.

Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and

maintain your machine properly and to avoid injury and

machine damage. You are responsible for operating the

machine properly and safely.

You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for machine

and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register

your machine.

Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional

information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro

Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of

your machine ready.

Figure 1

model and serial numbers on the machine. Write the numbers

in the space provided.

8111 Lyndale Avenue South

Bloomington, MN 55420

identifies the location of the

G016493

1. Model and serial number location

Model No.

Serial No.

This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety

messages identified by the safety alert symbol

which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death

if you do not follow the recommended precautions.

1. Safety alert symbol

This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.

Important calls attention to special mechanical information

and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special

attention.

Original Instructions (EN)

Printed in the USA

Form No. 3396-743 Rev A

Operator's Manual

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Page 1: Introduction
You are responsible for operating the Figure 1 machine properly and safely. 1. Model and serial number location You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for machine and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your machine. Model No.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. Contents Introduction ..............1 Safety ................3 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 3 Setup ................5 1 Installing the Upper Handle........6 2 Installing the Wheel Clutch Cable Ends ....6 3 Installing the Traction Control Linkage ....7 4 Installing the Chute Control Rod ......
Page 3: Safety
Safety • Do not put hands or feet near moving components on the machine. • This machine meets or exceeds the B71.3 specifications Do not operate machine without all guards and other of the American National Standards Institute in effect safety protective devices in place and working on the at the time of production.
Page 4 112-6627 1. Left turn control 3. Warning—read the 5. Cutting/dismemberment 7. Auger/impeller Operator's Manual. hazard, impeller—keep drive—squeeze the lever to away from moving parts; engage; release the lever remove the ignition key and to disengage. read the instructions before servicing or performing maintenance.
Page 5: Setup
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Handle bolts Curved washers Install the upper handle. Locknuts – No parts required Install the wheel clutch cable ends – No parts required Install the traction control linkage.
Page 6: Installing The Upper Handle
Installing the Upper Handle Parts needed for this procedure: Handle bolts Curved washers Locknuts Procedure Figure 4 Note: Do not remove the rubber band on the cables until you have installed the upper handle. 1. Lift and rotate the upper handle and position it over the lower handle (Figure Important: Route the cables attached to the...
Page 7: Installing The Traction Control Linkage
Figure 9 Figure 6 Note: The gap should be approximately the thickness 1. Wheel clutch lever of a pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm). If it is greater, loosen the cable clamp nut, slide the cable jacket up slightly, 3. Remove the nut and washer from the handle, attach tighten the cable clamp nut, and check the gap again.
Page 8: Installing The Chute Control Rod
Note: For easier installation, look down through the opening in the speed selector (Figure 13). Figure 13 Figure 11 1. Speed selector 1. Speed selector lever 3. Inner washer 2. Trunnion 4. Outer washer Note: To make installation easier, leave the flat washer on the trunnion (Figure 11).
Page 9: Connecting The Wire To The Headlight
7. Hold the blue trigger cap down and rotate the Quick Stick in a circle to ensure that the chute and deflector operate smoothly. Connecting the Wire to the Headlight g018656 Figure 14 Parts needed for this procedure: 1. Short rod 2.
Page 10: Filling The Engine With Oil
(17 and 20 psi). Model Engine Oil Capacity 38805 0.53 to 0.59 L (18 to 20 oz) 1. Remove the dipstick and slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the dipstick.
Page 11: Checking The Skids And Scraper
The machine should move rearward. If the machine does not move or moves forward, complete the following: A. Release the traction lever and stop the engine. Checking the Skids and B. Disconnect the trunnion from the speed selector Scraper lever (Figure 11).
Page 12: Product Overview
Product Overview Figure 23 1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle) Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Before Operation Safety • Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by the manufacturer for all machines with electric starting Figure 21 motors.
Page 13: During Operation
• • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes. with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating • Never operate the machine without good visibility or method). light. • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE •...
Page 14: Starting The Engine
To self-propel, insert the axle pins through the holes in the wheel hubs and the inner axle holes (Figure 26). g019014 Figure 26 Starting the Engine 1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to Checking the Engine Oil Level (page 21).
Page 15 5. Move the choke to the C position (Figure 30). HOKE g019055 Figure 32 1. Electric-starter button 3. Recoil starter 2. Electric starter plug-in Note: To use the electric starter, connect a power cord to the electric starter plug-in first and then to a power outlet.
Page 16: Stopping The Engine
Stopping the Engine Operating the Traction Drive 1. Move the throttle to the S position, and then to CAUTION the S position (Figure 33) to kill the engine. The engine can also be stopped by pulling the ignition key If the traction drive is not properly adjusted, the outward to the middle position.
Page 17: Operating The Speed Selector
Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive 1. To engage the auger/ impeller drive, squeeze the right hand (auger/ impeller) lever to the handgrip (Figure 39). Figure 36 Note: This disengages the drive to the right wheel while the left wheel continues driving, and the machine turns to the right.
Page 18: Operating The Quick Stick
Operating the Quick Stick® Moving the Chute Deflector Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick Stick Hold the blue trigger cap down to use the Quick Stick to forward to lower the chute deflector; move it rearward to raise move the discharge chute and the chute deflector.
Page 19: Operating Tips
Operating Tips Preventing Freeze-up • In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and moving DANGER parts may freeze. Do not use excessive force when trying to operate frozen controls. If you have difficulty When the machine is in operation, the impeller and operating any control or part, start the engine and let it auger can rotate and cut off or injure hands and feet.
Page 20: Maintenance
• Have an Authorized Service Dealer inspect and replace the traction drive belt and/or the auger/impeller drive belt, if necessary. Important: You can find more information about maintaining and servicing your machine at www.Toro.com. Maintenance Safety Read the following safety precautions before performing any maintenance on the machine: •...
Page 21: Checking The Engine Oil Level
Checking the Engine Oil Level Checking and Adjusting the Skids Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and adjust them 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, then fully install if necessary.
Page 22: Checking And Adjusting The Traction Cable
Checking and Adjusting the Checking and Adjusting the Traction Cable Auger/Impeller Cable Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the traction cable and adjust it if necessary. auger/impeller cable and adjust it if necessary.
Page 23: Checking The Auger Gearbox Oil Level
Checking the Auger Gearbox Oil Level Service Interval: Yearly—Check the auger gearbox oil and add oil if necessary. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Clean the area around the pipe plug (Figure 50). Figure 49 1. Jam nut 2.
Page 24: Changing The Engine Oil
3. Remove the back cover (Figure 54). Engine Oil Capacities Model Engine Oil Capacity 38805 0.53 to 0.59 L (18 to 20 oz) 1. Clean the area around the oil drain cap (Figure 52). Figure 54 1. Back cover 4.
Page 25: Replacing The Spark Plug
Wait until the engine is cool to replace the spark plug. 5. Install the new spark plug, tighten it firmly, and attach Use a Toro spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or the ignition wire to the spark plug. NGK BPR6ES).
Page 26: Replacing The Drive Belts
Figure 62 3. Remove the bulb straight out from the back of the headlight (Figure 63). Figure 60 1. Discharge chute latch 2. Gear teeth Note: The latch is spring loaded and will naturally move into the teeth of the gear (Figure 60).
Page 27: Storage
Storage WARNING • Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. • Allow the engine to cool before storing it. Preparing the Machine for Figure 66 Storage 1.
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The electric starter does not turn 1. The power cord is disconnected at the 1. Connect the power cord to the outlet (electric-start models only). outlet or the machine. and/or the machine. 2. The power cord is worn, corroded, or 2.
Page 29 5. Unclog the discharge chute. 6. The auger/impeller drive belt is loose 6. Install and/or adjust the auger/impeller or is off the pulley. drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com for servicing information or take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer.
Page 30 Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of The Toro Company. 10. Add-on or modified parts that are not approved by The Toro Company may not be used. The use of a non-approved add-on or modified parts by the purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
Page 31 1. Fuel System Parts • Carburetor and internal parts • Cold starting enrichment (primer or choke) • Fuel pump • Fuel line, fittings, and clamps • Fuel tank, cap, and tether • Carbon canister 2. Air Induction System • Air cleaner •...
Page 32 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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