Toro Power Shovel Plus 38365 Snow Blower Owners Manual 2006

Form No. 3352-357 Rev A Power Shovel Plus Model No. 38365–Serial No. 260000001 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. 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.

The figure below identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided. and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. Safety This snowthrower meets or exceeds the ISO standard 8437 in effect at the time of production. Read and understand the contents of this manual before the motor is ever started. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death. Improperly using or maintaining this snowthrower could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential, comply with the following safety instructions. The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.3-1995 and the ISO 8437:1989 standard. Training · Read the operator’s manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. Never allow children to operate the snowthrower. Never allow adults to operate the snowthrower without proper instruction. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons (particularly small children) and pets. Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. · 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 (shown below), which signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. Preparation · Thoroughly inspect the area where you will use the · · snowthrower. Remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects. Release the control bar to disengage the rotor blades before starting the motor. Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing adequate winter garments. Wear footwear that will improve your footing on slippery surfaces. Original Instructions (EN) Printed in the USA This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information 2005–The Toro® Company 8111 Lyndale Avenue South Bloomington, MN 55420 Register at www.Toro.com. · Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor · · is running, except where specifically recommended by Toro. Let the motor and the snowthrower adjust to the outdoor temperature before starting to clear snow. Operating any powered machine can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields while operating, adjusting, or repairing the snowthrower. Always ensure that the ventilation openings are kept clear of debris. Before use, check the supply and extension cord for signs of damage or aging. · Never operate the snowthrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, window wells, and drop-offs without properly adjusting the snow discharge angle. Keep children and pets away. · Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate. · Look behind and use care when backing up with the snowthrower. · · · Never direct the discharge at bystanders or allow anyone in front of the unit. · Never operate the snowthrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handle. Walk; never run. Operation · Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. · · Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. Disconnect the machine from the power source before checking, cleaning, or working on the machine and when it is not in use. If the cord becomes damaged during use, disconnect the cord from the power supply immediately. Do not touch the cord before disconnecting the power supply. Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged or worn. Keep extension cords away from the rotor blades. The power supply used with the appliance should be a residential current device (RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA. Exercise extreme caution when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. Do not attempt to clear snow from a crushed-rock or gravel surface. This product is intended for use only on paved surfaces. After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, thoroughly inspect the snowthrower for any damage, and repair the damage before operating the snowthrower. If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. Stop the motor whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain that the rotor blades and all moving parts have stopped. Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. Never operate the snowthrower without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place. Maintenance and Storage · Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure that the equipment is in safe working condition. · Always refer to this operator’s manual for important details if the snowthrower is to be stored for an extended period. · Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels when necessary. · Examine the Power Shovel Plus thoroughly for worn, loose, or damaged parts. If parts repair or replacement is necessary, contact an Authorized Service Dealer for assistance. · Run the appliance a few minutes after use to prevent the collector/impeller from freezing up. Toro Snowthrower Safety The following list contains safety information specific to Toro products or other safety information that you must know. · Rotating rotor blades can injure fingers or hands. Stay behind the handles and away from the discharge opening while operating the snowthrower. Keep your face, hands, feet, and any other part of your body or clothing away from moving or rotating parts.