Toro Power Max 826O 38597 38629 38637 38639 38657 Snow Blower Owners and Service Manual 2011

Form No. 3365-665 Rev A Power Max® Snowthrowers Model No. 38597–Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 38629–Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 38637–Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 38639–Serial No. 311000001 and Up Model No. 38657–Serial No. 311000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Introduction This machine is intended to be used by residential homeowners or professional, hired operators. 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 a model with a pivoting scraper designed for clearing off gravel surfaces. Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your machine properly and to avoid injury and machine damage. You are responsible for operating the machine properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for machine and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your machine. 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 machine ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the machine. Write the numbers in the space provided. 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 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 2010–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 machine 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.