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Power Max™ 826LE Snowthrower
Model No. 38622—Serial No. 260000001 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
© 2005—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
This manual uses 2 other 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, or other reproductive harm.
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002
The enclosed Engine Owner's Manual is supplied
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.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3353-595 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
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  • Page 1 Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and This spark ignition system complies with Canadian serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the ICES-002 location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 2 Safety Bef or e Ope r a t ing Ca u ti o n : Im p r o p er u se ma y r e su lt in lo ss o f fin g e r , h a n d s, o r fe e t. Re a d a nd unders t a n d t he cont e n t s o f t hi s manual b...

  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the auger/impeller housing The following list contains safety information specific to or discharge chute, and when making any repairs, Toro products or other safety information that you must adjustments, or inspections. know. •...

  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    • Do not smoke while handling gasoline. • Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and • Do not touch the engine while it is running or soon accessories. after it has stopped because the engine may be hot enough to cause a burn.

  • Page 5: Loose Parts

    Tecumseh Part No. 37119 Tecumseh Part No. 35077 1. Key ignition 5. Increasing scale 2. Engage to start the engine 6. Slow 3. Disengage to stop the engine 7. Stop the engine 4. Fast 106-4521 Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step Qty.

  • Page 6: Installing The Upper Handle

    1. Installing the Upper Handle Note: Do not remove the rubber band until you have installed the upper handle. 1. Lift and rotate the upper handle and position it over the lower handle (Figure 3). Important: Route the cables attached to the Quick Stick inside the upper handle legs and ensure that the cables and the wire for the headlight are not pinched between the handle sections.
  • Page 7 Note: If the trunnion does not fit into the hole when 4. Insert the front end of the rod into the opening in the you lift up on the speed control rod, rotate the trunnion back of the chute gear cover until it slides into the chute upward or downward on the speed control rod until gear (Figure 10).

  • Page 8: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Figure 12 Figure 13 1. Plastic clip on wire 3. Cable tie connector 2. Install the dipstick securely. 2. U-bolt Note: Do not spill oil around the oil fill tube; oil could Note: Ensure that the plastic clip on the wire leak onto traction parts and cause the traction to slip.

  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Freewheeling or Using the Self-propel Drive You can operate the snowthrower with the self-propel feature engaged or disengaged (freewheeling). To freewheel, slide the wheels inward and insert the axle pins through the outer axle holes, but not through the wheel hubs (Figure 16).

  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure 18). Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old. Do not add oil to the gasoline. Figure 21 4.

  • Page 11: Operating The Traction Drive

    7. Start the snowthrower using the recoil starter or the electric starter (Figure 25). Figure 26 2. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. 3. Close the fuel shutoff valve by rotating it clockwise (Figure 27). Figure 25 Important: To prevent damaging the electric starter, run it no more than 10 times at intervals...
  • Page 12 Important: When you engage both the • If the snowthrower does not move or moves forward when it is in Position R1, remove the auger/impeller lever and the traction lever, the trunnion from the speed selector lever, turn the traction lever locks the auger/impeller lever down, trunnion downward (clockwise) on the speed freeing your right hand.

  • Page 13: Preventing Freeze-Up

    running the auger/impeller, push down on the handles to raise the front of the snowthrower a few inches (centimeters) off the pavement. Then lift the handles quickly to bump the front of the snowthrower on the pavement. Repeat if necessary until a stream of snow comes out the discharge chute.

  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    Yearly or before storage • 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 snowthrower at www.Toro.com.

  • Page 15: Preparing For Maintenance

    Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. For engine adjustments, repairs, or warranty service not covered in this manual, contact an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer. Preparing for Maintenance 1. Check the tire pressure. Refer to Checking the Tire Pressure.
  • Page 16 1.5 mm) from the front of the slot to the front edge of the pin (Figure 37). Figure 39 3. With the auger/impeller lever disengaged, ensure that Figure 37 the gap between the auger clutch assembly and the tab 1. Pin is 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) (Figure 40).

  • Page 17: Changing The Engine Oil

    8. Tighten the jam nut. 9. Insert the 2 screws you previously removed on the belt cover. 10. If the auger/impeller cable is properly adjusted but a problem remains, contact an Authorized Service Dealer. Figure 43 1. Oil drain cap Checking the Auger Gearbox 2.

  • Page 18: Inspecting And Replacing The Spark Plug

    4. Move the speed selector lever to Position R2. 5. Dip your finger in automotive engine oil and lightly lubricate hex shaft. 6. Move the speed selector lever to Position 6. 7. Lubricate the other end of the hex shaft. 8.

  • Page 19: Replacing The Headlight Bulb

    5. Turn the base of the bulb clockwise until it is snug an Authorized Service Dealer replace the belt. (Figure 54). Replacing the Headlight Bulb Use a GE 892 16W halogen light bulb. Do not touch the bulb with your hands or allow dirt or moisture to come into contact with the bulb.
  • Page 20 5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel shutoff valve and secure it with a hose clamp. 6. Run the snowthrower until the engine stops from running out of fuel. 7. Prime the engine and start it again. 8. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Electric starter does not turn 1. The power cord is 1. Connect the power cord (electric-start models only) disconnected at the outlet or to the outlet and/or the the snowthrower. snowthrower. 2. The power cord is worn, 2.
  • Page 22 6. The auger/impeller drive belt 6. Install and/or adjust the is loose or is off the pulley. auger/impeller drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com for servicing information or take the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer. 7. The auger/impeller drive belt 7.
  • Page 24 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 dissatised with your Distributor’s service or have difculty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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