Toro Power Clear 518 ZR 38472 Operator's Manual

Toro Power Clear 518 ZR 38472 Operator's Manual

Snowthrower

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Power Clear
Model No. 38472-Serial No. 315000001 and Up
Model No. 38473-Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Introduction

WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
This machine is intended to be used by residential
homeowners. It is designed primarily 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, nor is it designed for clearing
off gravel surfaces.
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.
© 2014-The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
518 ZR/ZE Snowthrower
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.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Register at www.Toro.com.
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
Figure 2
1. Safety alert symbol
Training ................................................................. 2
Preparation............................................................. 2
Operation............................................................... 2
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute .......................... 3
Maintenance and Storage.......................................... 3
Toro Snowthrower Safety ......................................... 3
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3385-211* A
Printed in the USA
Form No. 3385-211 Rev A
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. Figure 2 You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product 1. Safety alert symbol and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your product.
  • Page 2: Training

    Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 4 the proper use of the machine. Know how to stop the Setup ................5 machine and disengage the controls quickly. 1 Installing the Handle ..........5 • Never allow children to operate the machine. Never allow 2 Installing the Recoil Starter Handle ......
  • Page 3: Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute

    Toro Snowthrower Safety • Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting The following list contains safety information specific to Toro the engine and for transporting the machine in or out products or other safety information that you must know.
  • 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. 120-0149 1. Primer 4. Pull key to switch engine switch Off. 2. Push the primer two times 5. Remove key to lock 117-6047 to prime the engine.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Oval-head bolts Install the handle. Curved washers Handle knobs – No parts required Install the recoil starter handle. Discharge chute assembly Screws Washers Install the discharge chute assembly.
  • Page 6: Installing The Discharge Chute Assembly

    Installing the Recoil Starter Handle No Parts Required Figure 5 Procedure 1. Knob 2. Bolt (2), washer (2), and Install the recoil starter handle in the rope guide as shown in locknut (2) Figure 4. Note: Install the bolts from the inside of discharge chute assembly so that the washers and locknuts are on the outside of the chute.
  • Page 7: Adjusting The Control Cable

    Note: You may tip the machine forward (handle up) a little to make adding oil easier. Remember to return the machine to the operating position before checking the oil level. Important: Do not tip the machine all the way forward onto its nose, or fuel may leak out of the machine.
  • Page 8: Product Overview

    Adjusting the Control Cable Product Overview 1. Slide up the spring cover and unhook the spring from the adjuster link (Figure 9). Figure 9 1. Adjuster link 3. Spring cover 4. Unhook the spring here. 2. Z-fitting Figure 10 Note: You can pull up the adjuster link and cable to 1.
  • Page 9: Operation

    Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine Figure 12 on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or...
  • Page 10 Figure 14 Figure 13 Note: Fill the engine crankcase with oil until the 1. The oil level is at its 3. The oil level is too dipstick indicates that the engine oil level is correct as maximum. low—add oil to the shown in Figure 13.
  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine 1. Push the ignition key fully inward to the On position (Figure 15). Figure 17 Note: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole. Figure 15 Important: Do not use the primer or the choke if 1.
  • Page 12: Engaging The Rotor Blades

    Engaging the Rotor Blades WARNING The electrical cord can become damaged, To engage the rotor blades, hold the control bar against the causing a shock or fire. handle (Figure 20). Thoroughly inspect the electrical cord before plugging it into a power source. If the cord is damaged, do not use it to start the machine.
  • Page 13: Adjusting The Discharge Chute And Chute Deflector

    Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute Important: Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with machine. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear the chute: •...
  • Page 14: Operating Tips

    start button once (model 38473 only) to prevent the recoil starter and/or the electric starter from freezing 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 15: Maintenance

    Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • Check the control cable and adjust it if necessary. After the first hour • Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary. •...
  • Page 16: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly—Service the spark plug and replace it if necessary. Use a Toro spark plug (Part No. 119-1961). 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Figure 27 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug (Figure 11).
  • Page 17 5. Insert a screwdriver into the hole in the belt guide as shown in Figure 32, and flex the belt guide toward the rotor pulley enough to pull the belt through the gap. Figure 32 Figure 30 1. Belt guide 2.
  • Page 18: Storage

    Storage Storing the Machine WARNING • Gasoline fumes are highly flammable, explosive, and dangerous if inhaled. If you store the product in an area with an open flame, the gasoline fumes may ignite and cause an explosion. • Do not store the machine in a house (living area), basement, or any other area where ignition Figure 33 sources may be present, such as hot water and...
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  • Page 22 Such use will not reduce the warranty obligations of The Toro Company. 10. Add-on or modified parts that are not approved by The Toro Company may not be used. The use of a non-approved add-on or modified parts by the purchaser will be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
  • Page 23 1. Fuel System Parts • Carburetor and internal parts • Cold starting enrichment (primer or choke) • Fuel pump • Fuel line, fittings, and clamps • Fuel tank, cap, and tether • Carbon canister 2. Air Induction System • Air cleaner •...
  • Page 24 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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