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Toro Snow Commander 38602 Operator's Manual

Toro Snow Commander 38602 Operator's Manual

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Snow Commander® Snowthrower
Model No. 38602—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
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.
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
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
© 2006—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Important: The 2-stroke engine provided on this
product meets the EPA Phase I Non-road Emissions
regulations for engines under 19 kW. This product
does not meet CARB TIER 1 regulations and cannot
be sold in California.
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.
Safety
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.
This snow thrower is capable of amputating hands and
feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following
safety instructions could result in serious injury.
Training
•
Read, understand and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operating this unit.
Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3355-438 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or be sold in California. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and This spark ignition system complies with Canadian serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the ICES-002 location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
  • Page 2 Operation use of the equipment. Know how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. • Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. allow adults to operate the equipment without proper •...

  • Page 3: Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute

    Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the rotor blades. 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.

  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 61-4790 104-0897 Reorder Part No. 104-0863 104-2767 104-4125 104-2775...

  • Page 5: Loose Parts

    104-4135 105-1978 Reorder Part No. 104-0874 Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step Description Qty. – No parts required Unfold the handle. Discharge chute Phillips head screws Install the discharge chute. Washers Locknuts...

  • Page 6: Unfolding The Handle

    1. Unfolding the Handle 2. Installing the Discharge Chute 1. Cut the plastic tie that secures the control cable to the handle. Install the discharge chute as shown (Figure 6). 2. Loosen the knobs and pull out the handle bolts (Figure Figure 3 3.

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    5. Control panel Mixing the Gasoline and Oil This snowthrower uses a 50:1 gasoline-to-oil mixture. Use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel Stabilizer Added) or an equivalent high-grade, NMMA TCW-certified two-cycle oil. Important: To prevent engine damage, do not use automotive oil (such as SAE 30 or 10W30) or fuel mixed at the wrong gasoline-to-oil ratio.

  • Page 8: Filling The Fuel Tank

    4. Shake the container to mix the gasoline and oil thoroughly. 5. Slowly remove the cap and add the remaining amount of gasoline. Note: Do not mix gasoline and oil in the fuel tank. Oil at room temperature mixes easier and more thoroughly than cold oil.

  • Page 9: Stopping The Engine

    Stopping the Engine Stopping the Traction Drive To stop the traction drive, partially release the control bar To stop the engine, turn the ignition key counterclockwise until the rotor blades lift off the ground, disengaging the to the Off position (Figure 16). traction drive.

  • Page 10: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    • Discharge the snow downwind whenever possible. when trying to operate frozen controls. If you have difficulty operating any control or part, start the engine • In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and and let it run for a few minutes. moving parts may freeze.

  • Page 11: Adjusting The Traction Drive Cable

    Adjusting the Traction Drive Adjusting the Rotor Control Cable Cable 1. Unhook the spring end from the control bar bracket. (Figure 22). Check the traction drive cable for proper adjustment initially, after the first operating hour, and then annually thereafter. Checking the Traction Drive Cable 1.

  • Page 12: Storing The Snowthrower

    Note: If you use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel the gap. Stabilizer Added), you do not need to add a fuel Note: The traction speed is fastest when the rotor blades stabilizer/conditioner.

  • Page 13: Folding The Handle

    Folding the Handle 1. Loosen the knobs and pull out the handle bolts. 2. Fold the upper handle forward as shown (Figure 27). Figure 27...
  • Page 16 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, or if a normal, able-bodied adult can no longer start your product’s engine in one or two pulls, follow this procedure: Contact any Toro Authorized or Master Service Dealer to arrange service at their dealership.

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