Toro Power Max 1028LE 38645 Snow Blower Owners and Service Manual 2004

Form No. 3329-808 Rev A 1028LE Power Maxt Snowthrower Model No. 38645–Serial No. 240000001 and Up Operator’s Manual Introduction Read this manual 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 illustration below identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided below: Model #: 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 B71.3­1995 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, especially when operating the snowthrower in reverse. · · · Serial #: Preparation · Thoroughly inspect the area where you will use the snowthrower. Remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects. Before starting the engine, disengage all clutches. Shift the snowthrower into neutral as well, if applicable. Do not operate the snowthrower without wearing adequate winter garments. Wear footwear that will improve your 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. This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note: emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. Keep this engine Owner’s Manual with your unit. Should this engine Owner’s Manual become damaged or illegible, replace immediately. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer.