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Toro 38700 Operator's Manual

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Original Instructions (EN)
Walk-Behind Rotary Broom
Model No. 38700—Serial No. 316000001 and Up
Form No. 3398-927 Rev A
*3398-927* A

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3398-927 Rev A Walk-Behind Rotary Broom Model No. 38700—Serial No. 316000001 and Up *3398-927* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety ................4 Training ..............4 Preparation............. 4 Operation............... 4 Clearing a Clogged Broom........5 Maintenance and Storage.......... 5 Sound Pressure ............5 Sound Power ............5 Hand/Arm Vibration ..........5 Slope Indicator ............6 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 7 Product Overview ............

  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety – Fill the fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill the fuel tank indoors. – Secure the fuel cap after fueling and wipe up any Read and understand the contents of this manual before spilled fuel. the engine is ever started. •...

  • Page 5: Clearing A Clogged Broom

    Sound Pressure machine for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the machine. This unit has a sound pressure level at the operator’s ear of 89 • If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the dBA, which includes an Uncertainty Value (K) of 1 dBA.

  • Page 6: Slope Indicator

    Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 10°. Use the slope indicator to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 10°. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.

  • Page 7: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 112-9028 117–2718 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place. 115-2903 1. Grease 106-4525 Order Part No. 112-6633 1.
  • Page 8 116-7370 1. Warning—Read the Operator’s Manual. Do not operate this 4. Warning—Stop the engine and remove spark plug before machine unless you are trained. Stay away from moving adjusting, servicing, or cleaning machine and attachments. parts; keep all guards in place. Before leaving the operator’s position, disengage broom, traction drive, and stop engine.

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 5 Figure 4 1. Choke control 4. Engine-recoil handle 2. Fuel-shutoff valve 5. Engine On/Off switch 1. Wheel-clutch lever 6. Traction-drive lever 2. Handle 7. Fuel cap 3. Throttle control 3. Broom-angle lever 8. Broom 4. Broom-drive lever 9.

  • Page 10: Specifications

    5. Speed-selector lever its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or 3. Broom-angle lever 6. Broom-drive lever Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. Broom-Drive Lever The broom-drive lever is located above the right handle (Figure To engage the broom, squeeze the lever to the handle.

  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation DANGER When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static Fueling the Machine charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others Fuel tank capacity: 4.1 L (1.0 US gallon) and damage property. •...

  • Page 12: Operating The Engine

    Operating the Engine Opening the Fuel-Shutoff Valve Move the fuel-shutoff valve located below the choke, to the Positioning the Air-Cleaner Cover for right to turn on fuel (Figure Cold or Warm Air Temperature Important: Running the engine with the air-cleaner cover positioned for cold-weather operation in normal conditions can damage the engine.

  • Page 13: Driving The Machine

    Adjusting the Traction Cable (page 23) or contact your authorized Toro dealer. Driving Forward 1. Place the speed selector lever to the desired forward position, making sure that it locks in the notch (Figure 11).

  • Page 14: Operating The Broom

    Carefully check the broom height and adjust it properly or contact your authorized Toro dealer. 1. Set the engine throttle to the Fast position.

  • Page 15: Checking The Sweeping Path

    2. Place the speed selector lever into the desired position and slowly squeeze the left hand traction drive lever. Important: Make sure that the traction drive is engaged before operating the broom; otherwise, the broom may drive the machine in the reverse direction.

  • Page 16: Adjusting The Broom Side Angle

    Using the Alternate Caster 6. Raise or lower the caster wheel tube to achieve the sweep area as stated in Checking the Sweeping Path Location (page 15). When working in snow, mount the casters behind the broom Note: Select any hole combination that is in alignment bristles (Figure 18).

  • Page 17: Preventing Freeze-Up

    Preventing Freeze-up • In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and moving parts may freeze. Do not use excessive force when trying to operate frozen controls. If you have difficulty operating any control or part, start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    • Have an authorized service dealer inspect and replace the traction-drive belt, if necessary. Important: You can find more information about maintaining and servicing your machine at www.Toro.com. Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures. For engine adjustments,...

  • Page 19: Preparing For Maintenance

    Preparing for Maintenance 2. Remove the belt cover and the engine shield. 3. Move the speed-selector lever to the R2 position. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 4. Dip a long, clean, small-tipped paint brush in 2. Shut off the engine and allow it to cool. automotive engine oil and lightly lubricate the hex shaft 3.
  • Page 20 Service Interval: Before each use or daily 2. Paper air filter 5. Latch on the air-cleaner cover (2) Engine Oil Type: Toro 4–Cycle Premium Engine Oil 3. Foam pre-cleaner Use high-quality detergent oils (including synthetic) of API (American Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher.
  • Page 21 Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 100 hours (more frequently in severe conditions). Oil capacity: 0.60 L (0.63 qt) Note: Drain the engine oil while the engine is warm. 1. Place a pan under drain fitting and remove the oil-drain (Figure 26).

  • Page 22: Fuel System Maintenance

    Checking the Spark Plug Service Interval: Every 100 hours Spark plug type: Champion® RC12YC, Kohler® 12 132 02-S, or Koher 25 132 14-S (RFI compliant) Spark-plug gap: 0.76 mm (0.030 inch) 1. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the terminal of the spark plug (Figure 19).

  • Page 23: Drive System Maintenance

    Drive System Maintenance 1. Loosen the jam nut (Figure 31). 2. Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle to adjust the pin until Checking the Tire Pressure it is the proper gap from the front edge of the slot (Figure 31). Service Interval: Every 50 hours 3.
  • Page 24 4. Support the spline shaft on either side of the gearbox. 5. Stand the broom core assembly on end so that the removable end retainer plate faces upward (Figure 35). Figure 33 1. Nut 2. Shear pin 4. If the shear pin is damaged, remove the pin, replace it, and secure the it with a nut.

  • Page 25: Maintaining The Belts

    3. Adjust the turnbuckle until the gap between the broom the pulley shield. clutch assembly and the tab is 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) (Figure 36). 4. Tighten the jam nut. 5. If the broom cable is properly adjusted but a problem remains, contact your Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
  • Page 26 Note: Ensure that the belt is not twisted. 4. Align the spacer between the engine and the pulley shined and align the holes in the spacer, engine, and shield (Figure 39). 5. Secure the pulley guide to the machine with the bolts and washers (Figure 39) that you removed in step...

  • Page 27: Maintaining The Chassis

    Maintaining the Chassis 6. Slip the traction belt out of the groove of the traction pulley and up between the pulley and the friction wheel (Figure 43). Checking for Loose Hardware Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Visually inspect the machine for any loose missing hardware or any other possible problem.

  • Page 28: Storage

    Storage 15. Clean the machine thoroughly. 16. Touch up chipped surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Toro Service Dealer. Sand affected areas WARNING before painting, and use a rust preventative to prevent the metal parts from rusting. Gasoline fumes are highly flammable, explosive, and dangerous if inhaled.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    3. The engine pulley or idler pulley is 3. Tighten the appropriate pulley. loose. 4. The engine pulley is damaged. 4. Contact an Authorized Toro Service dealer. 5. The belt is damaged. 5. Install a new belt. The broom does not stop when the drive 1.
  • Page 30 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The broom wears out prematurely. 1. You are using the incorrect broom 1. Adjust the broom height. height. The speed selector is difficult to move or 1. The hex shaft needs lubrication. 1. Lubricate the hex shaft. frozen in place.
  • 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 importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.

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