Operation; Before Operation; Safety; Filling The Fuel Tank - Toro Power Max HD 1028 OHXE 38826 Operator's Manual

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1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle)

Operation

Before Operation

Safety

•
Use extension cords and receptacles as specified by
the manufacturer for all machines with electric starting
motors.
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Do not operate the machine without wearing adequate
winter garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get
caught in moving parts. Wear slip resistant footwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation
or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect
eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the
machine.
•
Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is to be
used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and
other foreign objects.
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If a shield, safety device, or decal is damaged, illegible, or
lost, repair or replace it before beginning operation. Also,
tighten any loose fasteners.

Filling the Fuel Tank

DANGER
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A
fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and
others.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting the
gasoline, place the container and/or machine
on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or
on an object.
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold.
Wipe up spills.
• Do not handle gasoline when smoking or around
an open flame or sparks.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container, out
of the reach of children.
•
For best results, use only clean, fresh, unleaded gasoline
with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating
method).
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Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE
by volume is acceptable.
•
Do not use ethanol blends of gasoline (such as E15
or E85) with more than 10% ethanol by volume.
Performance problems and/or engine damage may result
which may not be covered under warranty.
•
Do not use gasoline containing methanol.
•
Do not store fuel either in the fuel tank or fuel containers
over the winter unless a fuel stabilizer is used.
•
Do not add oil to gasoline.
Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel
stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline
less than 30 days old. Do not add oil to the gasoline.
Note: Do not fill above the bottom of the tank neck.
1. Do not fill above the bottom of the tank neck

During Operation

Safety
•
Rotating auger blades can injure fingers or hands.
Stay behind the handles and away from the discharge
opening while operating the machine. Keep your face,
hands, feet, and any other part of your body or
clothing away from moving or rotating parts.
•
Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where
property damage can occur.
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