Maintenance; Starting And Stopping; Operating Tips - Toro Power Shovel 38310 Operator's Manual

Starting and Stopping

To start the Power Shovel, install the key and squeeze the
switch bar. To stop, release the switch bar (Fig. 7).

Operating Tips

Start the Power Shovel and tilt it forward until the
scraper blade contacts the ground. Push the Power
Shovel forward at a rate of speed comfortable for the
operator yet slow enough to clear path completely. The
width and depth of the snow may determine the speed
of travel.
Direct the snow to the right or the left by holding the
Power Shovel at a slight angle (Fig. 8).
For the most efficient snow removal, throw the snow
downwind, and slightly overlap each swath.
If you need to clear snow from crushed rock or gravel,
push down on the handle to raise the scraper clear of
loose material that the rotor blades could throw.
The Power Shovel can remove snow up to four inches
deep in one pass. When clearing deeper drifts, hold the
Power Shovel by the upper and lower handles and use
a swinging or sweeping motion. Remove a maximum
of four inches with each pass and repeat as many times
as required.
Keep the cord clear of obstructions, sharp objects, and
rotor. Do not pull sharply on the cord or abuse it in any
manner. Frequently inspect the cord for damage. If it is
damaged, replace the cord.
Remove the key and disconnect the extension cord
after using the Power Shovel. Hang the Power Shovel
on a nail from the hole in the rear of the control grip.
Hang the extension cord with the Power Shovel so it
will not be misplaced or possibly damaged.

Maintenance

POTENTIAL HAZARD
If the extension cord is plugged into
snowthrower and the key is in the handle,
someone could accidentally operate
snowthrower while you are performing
maintenance on it.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Operating the snowthrower while performing
maintenance on it can cause serious personal
injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Disconnect the extension cord before you
perform any maintenance. Remove the key
from the handle.
Lubricating the Power Shovel
The Power Shovel does not need lubrication; all bearings
are lubricated at the factory for the life of the product.
Preparing the Power Shovel for
Storage
1. Examine the Power Shovel thoroughly for worn, loose,
or damaged parts. If parts repair or replacement is
necessary, contact your local Authorized Service
Dealer for assistance.
2. Examine the extension cord thoroughly for signs of
excess wear or damage. If it is worn or damaged,
replace the extension cord.
3. Disconnect the extension cord from the Power Shovel
before storing. Remove the key from the handle.
4. Store the Power Shovel in a clean, dry, locked-up place
out of the reach of children and cover it to provide
protection.