Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsSnow ThrowerToro 38182

FormNo.3358-427RevA

CCRPowerlite® ®

Snowthrower

ModelNo.38182—SerialNo.280000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Introduction

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperate

andmaintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjury

andproductdamage.Youareresponsibleforoperating

theproductproperlyandsafely.

YoumaycontactTorodirectlyatwww.Toro.comfor

productandaccessoryinformation,helpndinga

dealer,ortoregisteryourproduct.

Wheneveryouneedservice,genuineToroparts,

oradditionalinformation,contactanAuthorized

ServiceDealerorToroCustomerServiceandhave

themodelandserialnumbersofyourproductready.

Figure1identiesthelocationofthemodelandserial

numbersontheproduct.Writethenumbersinthe

spaceprovided.

Figure1

1.Modelandserialnumberlocation

ModelNo.

SerialNo.

Thismanualidentiespotentialhazardsandhas

safetymessagesidentiedbythesafetyalertsymbol

(Figure2),whichsignalsahazardthatmaycauseserious

injuryordeathifyoudonotfollowtherecommended

precautions.

Figure2

1.Safetyalertsymbol

Thismanualuses2wordstohighlightinformation.

Importantcallsattentiontospecialmechanical

informationandNoteemphasizesgeneralinformation

worthyofspecialattention.

Warning

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Theengineexhaustfromthisproduct

containschemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orotherreproductiveharm.

Important:Thisengineisnotequippedwitha

sparkarrestermufer.ItisaviolationofCalifornia

PublicResourceCodeSection4442touseoroperate

thisengineonanyforest-covered,brush-covered,or

grass-coveredland.Otherstatesorfederalareas

mayhavesimilarlaws.

ThissparkignitionsystemcomplieswithCanadian

ICES-002.

Theenclosed

Engine Owner’ s Man ual

issupplied

forinformationregardingtheUSEnvironmental

ProtectionAgency(EPA)andtheCalifornia

EmissionControlRegulationofemissionsystems,

maintenance,andwarranty.Replacementsmaybe

orderedthroughtheenginemanufacturer.

Safety

Readandunderstandthecontentsofthismanualbefore

youstarttheengine.

Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol.Itisusedtoalertyou

topotentialpersonalinjuryhazards.Obeyallsafety

messagesthatfollowthissymboltoavoidpossibleinjury

ordeath.

Thissnowthroweriscapableofamputatinghandsand

feetandofthrowingobjects.Failuretoobservethe

followingsafetyinstructionscouldresultinserious

injury.

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OriginalInstructions(EN)

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Summary of content (12 pages)

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Form No. 3358-427 Rev A ® Snowthrower CCR Powerlite® Model No. 38182—Serial No. 280000001 and Up Operator's Manual 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.
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Training • Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running (except when specifically recommended by manufacturer). • Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the machine. • Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operating this unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment.
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Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute • If a shield, safety device, or decal is damaged, illegible, or lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation. Also, tighten any loose fasteners. Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades inside the discharge chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. • Do not smoke while handling gasoline. • Do not use the snowthrower on a roof.
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Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 104-2767 112-6646 104-2768 112-6647 Reorder part no.
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1. 2. Description Use Qty. 2 2 2 1 2 2 1 Oval-head bolts Curved washers Handle knobs Discharge chute Washers Locknuts Knob 1. Installing the Handle Install the handle. Install the discharge chute. 2. Installing the Discharge Chute 2 Oval-head bolts 2 Curved washers 1 Discharge chute 2 Handle knobs 2 Washers 2 Locknuts 1 Knob Procedure 1.
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Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. 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 snowthrower on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object. • Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold. Wipe up spills.
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Using the electric starter: 50:1 Gasoline-to-Oil Ratio Mixing Chart Gasoline Oil 1 US gallon (3.8 liters) 2.6 ounces (80 ml) 2 US gallons (7.6 liters) 5.2 ounces (160 ml) A. Connect the power cord to the snowthrower and to a standard household power outlet and push the starter button. Important: Run the electric starter no more than 10 times at intervals of 5 seconds on, then 5 seconds off. Running the electric 3. Install the cap on the fuel container. 4.
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Preventing Freeze-up after Use • Let the engine run for a few minutes to prevent moving parts from freezing. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove ice and snow from the snowthrower. • With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle several times and push the electric start button once (if applicable) to prevent the recoil and electric starters from freezing up.
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Maintenance Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval After the first hour Maintenance Procedure • Check for loose fasteners and tighten them if necessary. • Have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the rotor blades and the scraper if necessary. • Have an Authorized Service Dealer inspect the drive belt and replace it if necessary.
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Storage 11. Clean the snowthrower. 12. Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children. Allow the engine to cool before storing it in any enclosure. Storing the Snowthrower Folding the Handle 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. 1. Remove the knob from the rear of the discharge chute. 2.
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Notes: 11
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Gas Powered Snow Products The Toro Total Coverage Guarantee A Two-Year Full Warranty (Limited Warranty for Commercial Use) Conditions and Products Covered Owner Responsibilities The Toro Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promise to repair any Toro Product used for normal residential purposes* if defective in materials or workmanship.