Before Operating - Toro Power Max 926 OXE Operator's Manual

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
Operator 's
Position
This machine 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 machine
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
Training
• Read, understand and follow all instructions on the
machine and in the manual(s) before operating this
machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the machine. Know how to
stop the machine and disengage the controls quickly.
• Never allow children to operate the machine. Never
allow adults to operate the machine without proper
instruction.
Caution: Improper use may result in
loss of fingers, hands, or feet.
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The low-speed auger has a moving pinch
point close to the opening.
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There is a high-speed
impeller close to the
opening.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating the machine in reverse.
Preparation
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the machine is
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine.
• Do not operate the machine without wearing
adequate winter garments. Avoid loose fitting
clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear
footwear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
– Use an approved fuel container.
– Never add fuel to a running engine or hot engine.
– Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
– Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a
truck or trailer bed with a plastic liner. Always
place containers on the ground, away from your
vehicle, before filling.