Before Starting; Unlocking Snowthrower; Securing Power Supply Cord - Toro Power Curve 1800 Operator's Manual

Before Starting

Unlocking Snowthrower

1. To unlock snowthrower, push key into hole
(Fig. 5). While holding key down, turn key
counterclockwise. The interlock tab rotates away
from prongs, allowing extension cord to be
plugged in (Fig. 5). Do not attempt to remove
key when in the unlocked position.
Note: The interlock tab is a safety device to
prevent unauthorized use of
snowthrower.
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Figure 5
1. Key
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2. Interlock tab

Securing Power Supply Cord

The proper extension cord is a requirement for safe
and efficient use of your appliance. Use only a UL
listed extension cord recommended for outdoor use.
Refer to Extension Cord Chart below.
EXTENSION CORD CHART
If length of extension cord is
less than or equal to:
Assure wire size gauge
(A.W.G.) in cord is:
Note: Use of extension cord over 150 feet is
not recommended.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
Contact with water while operating unit
could cause electric shock.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Electric shock can cause injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Don't handle plug or appliance with wet
hands or while standing in water.
Use only a UL listed extension cord
recommended for outdoor cold weather
use. Refer to Extension Cord Chart,
page 7.
1. Before connecting the extension cord to the
snowthrower, tie the extension cord to the loop
in the handle as shown in Figure 6. This helps to
prevent the extension cord from pulling out of
the snowthrower during operation.
100 ft. 150 ft.
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