Toro 38606, 38607 Toro 622R Power Throw Snowthrower Declaration of Conformity, 2007 - Enlarge page 1 of 2
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Form No. 3355-529 Rev G 622R and 622E Power Throw® Snowthrowers Model No. 38606–Serial No. 270000001 and Up Model No. 38607–Serial No. 270000001 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. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided. injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. Figure 2 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. 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 Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN) Printed in the USA Safety Before Operating ? ? Read and understand the contents of this manual before operating the snowthrower Become familiar with all controls and know how to stop the engine quickly Caution: Improper use may result in loss of fingers, hands, or feet. There is a high-speed impeller close to the opening. Operator ‘s Position The low-speed auger has a moving pinch point close to the opening. 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 engine 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. Preparation · Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects. · Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before starting the engine. · Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter garments. Wear footwear which will improve footing on slippery surfaces. · Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable. Use an approved fuel container. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace gasoline caps securely and wipe up spilled fuel. · Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface. · Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running (except where specifically recommended by manufacturer). · Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures before starting to clear snow. · The operation of any powered machine can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes. Always 2 Training · Read the operating and service instruction 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 equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction. · Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets. · Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating in reverse. wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an adjustment or repair. · Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, etc.). · Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run. · Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. · Take all possible precautions when leaving the machine unattended. Shift into neutral, set the parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key. Operation · Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. · Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. · After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, remove the wire from the spark-plug, thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower. · If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. · Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the collector/impeller housing or discharge guide, and when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. · When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain the collector/impeller and all moving parts have stopped. Disconnect the spark-plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. · Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting it and for moving the snow thrower in or out of the building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are dangerous. · 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 snow thrower without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place.