Toro 38172 Operator's Manual

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CCR Powerlite® ® ® Snowthrower
Model No. 38172—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Introduction
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for
product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.
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 product ready.
Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial
numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the
space provided.
Figure 1
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
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if you do not follow the recommended
precautions.
Figure 2
1. Safety alert symbol
© 2007—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
Important: This engine is not equipped with a
spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California
Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate
this engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or
grass-covered land. Other states or federal areas
may have similar laws.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
The enclosed
for information regarding the US Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) and the California
Emission Control Regulation of emission systems,
maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
Safety
Read and understand the contents of this manual before
you start the engine.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury
or death.
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.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3355-412 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
or other reproductive harm.
Engine Owner's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
is supplied
Printed in the USA
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  • Page 1 Form No. 3355-412 Rev B CCR Powerlite® ® ® Snowthrower Model No. 38172—Serial No. 270000001 and Up Operator's Manual Introduction This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical Read this information carefully to learn how to operate...
  • Page 2 Training • Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running (except when specifically • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the recommended by manufacturer). machine and in the manual(s) before operating this • Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during unit.
  • Page 3: Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute

    Toro Snowthrower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know. • Rotating rotor blades can injure figures or hands. Stay behind the handles and away from the discharge opening while operating the snowthrower.
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 104-2767 112-6646 104–2768 112-6648 Reorder Part No. 112-8100...
  • Page 5: Installing The Handle

    Belt Routing Diagram Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Oval-head bolts Curved washers Install the handle. Handle knobs Discharge chute Washers Install the discharge chute. Locknuts Knob 1. Installing the Handle Oval-head bolts Curved washers Handle knobs...
  • Page 6: Installing The Discharge Chute

    2. Installing the Discharge Product Overview Chute Discharge chute Washers Locknuts Knob Procedure 1. Position the holes in the sides of the discharge chute over the bolts ends on the sides of the chute handle. (Figure 4). Figure 5 1. Discharge chute 4.
  • Page 7: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Mixing the Gasoline and Oil This snowthrower uses a 50:1 gasoline-to-oil mixture. Use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel Stabilizer Added) or an equivalent high-grade, NMMA TCW III-certified two-cycle oil. Important: To prevent engine damage, do not use automotive oil (such as SAE 30 or 10W30) or fuel mixed at the wrong gasoline-to-oil ratio.
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    Stopping the Engine Operating Tips To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise to the Off position. The rotor blades can throw stones, toys, and Adjusting the Discharge Chute other foreign objects and cause serious personal injury to the operator or to bystanders. To adjust the discharge chute, move the chute handle and the chute deflector handle as shown (Figure 9).
  • Page 9: Inspecting The Rotor Blades

    1. Wear indicator hole 1. Add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel in the fuel tank as directed. Note: If you use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel Inspecting the Scraper Stabilizer Added), you do not need to add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner.
  • Page 10: Folding The Handle

    11. Clean the snowthrower. 12. Cover the snowthrower 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. Folding the Handle 1. Remove the knob from the rear of the discharge chute.
  • Page 11 Notes:...
  • Page 12 (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatised with your Distributor’s service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.

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