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Power Max Heavy Duty 1028 OHXE Snowthrower
Model No. 38826—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
This product complies with all relevant European directives.
For details, see the separate product specific Declaration of
Conformity (DOC) sheet.

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.
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model and serial numbers on the machine. Write the numbers
in the space provided.
© 2015—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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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.
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Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
Original Instructions (EN)
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Form No. 3396-760 Rev A
Operator's Manual
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Summary of Contents for Toro Power Max HD 1028 OHXE 38826

  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the machine properly and safely. Model No. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for machine and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register Serial No. your machine.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. Removing the Machine from Storage......26 Troubleshooting ............27 Contents Safety Introduction ..............1 This machine meets or exceeds the ISO 8437 Safety ................2 specifications of the International Standards Sound Pressure ............2 Organization in effect at the time of production.
  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 127–5991 1. Left turn control 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, 7. Auger/impeller drive—squeeze the impeller—do not place your hand in the lever to engage; release the lever to chute;...
  • Page 4 125–1102 1. Engine stop 3. Variable speed control 2. Slow 4. Fast 120-9805 120-9805 1. Insert the key. 2. Prime the engine 3 times. 3. Engage the choke. 4. Pull the starter cord. 5. Once the engine is running, disengage the choke.
  • 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 Headlight And Hand Warmer Wire To The Engine

    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 Headlight and Hand Warmer Wire to the g018656 Figure 14 Engine 1. Short rod 2.
  • Page 10: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Note: Do not spill oil around the oil fill tube; oil could Use automotive detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher. Refer to your engine owner's leak onto traction parts and cause the traction to slip. manual.
  • Page 11: Product Overview

    Product Overview 3. Squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the hand-grip (Figure 20). Figure 20 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. B.
  • Page 12: Operation

    • For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE Figure 23 by volume is acceptable. 1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle) •...
  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    • Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run. • Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes. • Never operate the machine without good visibility or light.
  • Page 14 5. Move the choke to the Choke position (Figure 28). G016501 G016494 Figure 28 Figure 27 6. Move the throttle to the Fast position (Figure 29). G016504 Figure 29 7. Start the machine by pulling the recoil starter or pressing the electric-starter button (Figure 30).
  • Page 15: Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the Engine 1. Move the throttle to the Slow position, and then to the Stop position (Figure 31) to kill the engine. The engine can also be stopped by pulling the ignition key outward to the middle position. g018812 Figure 30 1.
  • Page 16: Operating The Hand Warmers

    Operating the Hand Warmers Flip the switch to the On position to turn on the hand warmers. Flip the switch to the Off position to turn off the hand warmers. Figure 34 2. To stop the traction drive, release the traction lever. Using the Wheel Clutch Levers The wheel clutch levers allow you to momentarily disengage the drive to one or both wheels with the traction drive lever...
  • Page 17: Operating The Speed Selector

    Momentarily squeezing and releasing the left or right wheel machine. Check the auger/impeller cable (refer to clutch lever also allows for steering adjustments to keep the Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable) machine going in a straight line, especially in deep snow. and adjust it if necessary.
  • Page 18: Unclogging The Discharge Chute

    Moving the Discharge Chute Unclogging the Discharge Chute Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick Stick to the left to move the discharge chute to the left; move the Quick Stick to the right to move the discharge chute to the WARNING right (Figure...
  • Page 19: After Operation

    WARNING The impeller can throw stones, toys, and other foreign objects and cause serious personal injury to the operator or to bystanders. • Keep the area to be cleared free of all objects that the augers could pick up and throw. •...
  • 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 Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary. 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, then fully install the dipstick. 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level (Figure 42).
  • Page 22: 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 46). Figure 44 1. Pin 2.
  • Page 23: Changing The Engine Oil

    Replacing the spark plug while the engine is hot can result in burns. Wait until the engine is cool to replace the spark plug. Use a Toro spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or NGK BPR6ES). 1. Remove the boot (Figure 49).
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Discharge Chute Latch

    Figure 52 2. Loosen the bolt on the cable clamp (Figure 53). G016646 Figure 50 3. Remove and discard the old spark plug. Note: You will need a ratchet wrench extension to remove the spark plug. 4. Set the gap between the electrodes on a new spark plug at 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) (Figure 51).
  • Page 25: Replacing The Drive Belts

    Replacing the Drive Belts If the auger/impeller drive belt or the traction drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, or otherwise damaged, have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the belt. Replacing the Headlight Bulb Figure 58 Use a GE 899 37W halogen light bulb. Do not touch the bulb with your hands or allow dirt or moisture to come into 5.
  • Page 26: 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 Storage 1.
  • Page 27: 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 28 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.
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  • Page 31 The Way Toro Uses Information Toro may use your personal information to process warranty claims, to contact you in the event of a product recall and for any other purpose which we tell you about. Toro may share your information with Toro's affiliates, dealers or other business partners in connection with any of these activities. We will not sell your personal information to any other company.
  • Page 32 Toro Product listed below if defective in materials or warranty does not cover the following: workmanship or if the Toro GTS (Guaranteed to Start) engine will not start • Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as filters, fuel,...

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