Toro Power Max 1028LXE 38640 Snow Blower Owners and Service Parts Catalog 2006 - English

Form No. 3353-934 Rev A Power MaxTM 1028LXE Snowthrower Model No. 38640–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.

Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space provided. This manual uses 2 other words to highlight information. Important calls attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special attention. Warning CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002 The enclosed Engine Owner’s Manual is supplied for information regarding the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Emission Control Regulation of emission systems, maintenance, and warranty. Replacements may be ordered through the engine manufacturer. 1 G000982 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 injury or death if you do not follow the recommended precautions. Figure 2 1. Safety alert symbol 2005–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 finger, 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 B71.3 specifications of the American National Standards Institute 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. The following instructions have been adapted from the ANSI/OPEI standard B71.3-1995 and the ISO 8437:1989 standard. · 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. Preparation