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Toro power max 828 OE Operator's Manual

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Power Max
Model No. 38639—Serial No. 280000001 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
© 2008—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
828 OE Snowthrower
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.
Replacement Engine Owner's Manuals may be
ordered through the engine manufacturer.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3358-574 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Important calls attention to special mechanical additional information, contact an Authorized Service information and Note emphasizes general information Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model worthy of special attention. and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers Replacement Engine Owner’s Manuals may be...
  • Page 2 Safety Before Operating Caution: Improper use may result in loss of fingers, hands, or feet. Read and understand the contents of this manual before operating the snowthrower There is a high-speed Become familiar with all controls and know impeller close to the how to stop the engine quickly opening.

  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    • Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise The following list contains safety information specific extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. to Toro products or other safety information that you Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. must know.

  • Page 4: Sound Pressure

    • If a shield, safety device, or decal is damaged, • Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories. illegible, or lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation. Also, tighten any loose fasteners.
  • Page 5 112-6625 Reorder part no. 112-6629 1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, impeller—do not place your hand in the chute; stop the engine before leaving the operator’s position, use the tool to clear the chute. 112-6626 1. Traction drive—squeeze the lever to 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, 5.
  • Page 6 Briggs Part No. 277566 1. When starting a cold 2. When starting a warm engine, close the choke engine, open the choke and press the primer two and do not press the times. primer. Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty.

  • Page 7: Installing The Upper Handle

    1. Installing the Upper Handle 2. Installing the Traction Control Linkage Handle bolts Curved washers Procedure Locknuts 1. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the lower end of the speed control rod and insert the Procedure lower end of the rod into the lower link arm so that the bent end of the speed control rod faces rearward Note: Do not remove the rubber band on the cables (Figure 5).
  • Page 8 cap down (but do not move the Quick Stick) and rotate the discharge chute until they do. 3. Align the flattened back end of the long chute control rod with the flattened front end of the short rod that extends from the control panel so that they nest together (Figure 9).

  • Page 9: Filling The Engine With Oil

    5. Filling the Engine with Oil Procedure Your snowthrower comes with 20 oz. of oil in the engine crankcase. Note: Before starting the engine, check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Figure 11 Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.55 l), type: automotive detergent oil 1.
  • Page 10 7. Checking the Skids and 4. Release the traction lever. Scraper 5. Move the speed selector to the Position 1; refer to Operating the Speed Selector. Procedure 6. Squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the hand-grip (Figure 14). Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper The snowthrower should move forward.

  • Page 11: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 17 1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle) Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Filling the Fuel Tank Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. Figure 15 A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others.

  • Page 12: Starting The Engine

    Figure 20 1. Ignition key Figure 18 1. 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm) 4. Firmly push in the primer with your thumb 2 times (15°F or -9°C or above) or 4 times (below 15°F or -9°C), holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 21).

  • Page 13: Stopping The Engine

    maximum, then wait one minute before trying to start it again). If the engine still does not start, take the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer for service. 8. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet first and then from the snowthrower (electric start only).

  • Page 14: Operating The Traction Drive

    Figure 27 Figure 26 2. To stop the traction drive, release the traction lever. Operating the Speed Selector 5. Pull the recoil starter 3 or 4 times. This helps prevent the recoil starter from freezing up. The speed selector has 6 forward and 2 reverse gears. To change speeds, release the traction lever and shift the Operating the Traction Drive speed selector lever to the desired position (Figure 28).
  • Page 15 down, freeing your right hand. To release both levers, simply release the left hand (traction) lever. 3. If the auger and impeller continue to rotate when you release the auger/impeller lever, do not operate the snowthrower. Check the auger/impeller cable (refer to Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable) and adjust it if necessary.

  • Page 16: Preventing Freeze-Up

    Unclogging the Discharge Operating Tips Chute If the auger/impeller is running but there is no snow coming out of the discharge chute, the discharge chute When the snowthrower is in operation, the may be clogged. impeller and auger can rotate and cut off or injure hands and feet.

  • Page 17: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    Important: You can find more information about maintaining and servicing your snowthrower at www.Toro.com. 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.
  • Page 18 Checking and Adjusting the Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper Traction Cable Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and the Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect scraper and adjust them if necessary. the traction cable and adjust it if necessary.
  • Page 19 Figure 36 Figure 38 1. Jam nut 2. Turnbuckle 1. Tab 2. 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) Checking and Adjusting the 4. If the auger/impeller cable is not properly adjusted, Auger/Impeller Cable do the following steps: 5. Loosen the jam nut (Figure 39). Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the auger/impeller cable and adjust it if necessary.

  • Page 20: Changing The Engine Oil

    Checking the Auger Gearbox Oil Level Service Interval: Yearly—Check the auger gearbox oil and add oil if necessary. Figure 41 1. Move the snowthrower to a level surface. 1. Oil drain cap 2. Clean the area around the pipe plug (Figure 40). 2.

  • Page 21: Replacing The Spark Plug

    4. Remove the bracket thumb screw and the bracket (Figure 45). Figure 43 1. Back cover 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.

  • Page 22: Replacing The Drive Belts

    If the auger/impeller drive belt or the traction drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, or otherwise damaged, go 2. Loosen the bolt on the cable clamp (Figure 48). to www.Toro.com for additional service information or have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the belt. Replacing the Headlight Bulb Use a GE 892 16W halogen light bulb.
  • Page 23 Figure 51 3. Remove the bulb straight out from the back of the headlight (Figure 52). Figure 55 Figure 52 4. Insert a new bulb into the back of the headlight (Figure 53). Figure 53 5. Turn the base of the bulb clockwise until it is snug (Figure 54).
  • Page 24 Storage 16. Touch up chipped surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Service Dealer. Sand affected areas before painting, and use a rust preventative to prevent the metal parts from rusting. 17. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair •...

  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    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 snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 26 Corrective Action 7. The auger/impeller drive belt is worn 7. Replace the auger/impeller drive belt; or broken. refer to www.Toro.com for servicing information or take the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer. Discharge chute either does not lock into 1. The discharge chute latch is not 1.
  • Page 27 Spypros Stavrinides Limited Cyprus 357 22 434131 Surge Systems India Limited India 91 1 292299901 T-Markt Logistics Ltd Hungary 36 26 525 500 Toro Australia Australia 61 3 9580 7355 Toro Europe BVBA Belgium 32 14 562 960 374-0102 Rev B...
  • Page 28 Contact your seller to arrange service of the product. If for any reason materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may contact any Toro of original purchase: Authorized Distributor to arrange service.

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