Toro Powerlite 38274 Operator's Manual
Toro Powerlite 38274 Operator's Manual

Toro Powerlite 38274 Operator's Manual

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Model No. 38274—Serial No. 400000000 and Up
Model No. 38284—Serial No. 400000000 and Up

Introduction

This machine is intended to be used by residential
homeowners. It is designed primarily for removing
snow from paved surfaces, such as driveways and
sidewalks, and other surfaces for traffic on residential
or commercial properties. It is not designed for
removing materials other than snow, nor is it designed
for clearing gravel surfaces.
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.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information.
1. Model and serial number location
© 2018—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
Snowthrower
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Register at www.Toro.com.
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.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
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Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3405-361 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
All Rights Reserved *3405-361* A
Printed in Mexico
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Summary of Contents for Toro Powerlite 38274

  • Page 1: Introduction

    This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information and Note emphasizes general information and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    After Operation ............ 14 a dealer convenient to you, access our website After Operation Safety ........14 at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer Preventing Freeze-up after Use ......14 Care Department at the number(s) listed in your Maintenance ............15 Emission Control Warranty Statement.
  • Page 3: Safety And Instructional Decals

    • Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep bystanders, especially small children, out of the operating area. • Never allow children to operate the machine. Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger.
  • Page 4: Setup

    Setup Installing the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g253607 Installing the Discharge Chute No Parts Required Procedure g255436...
  • Page 5 Installing the Recoil-Start Handle No Parts Required Procedure g253609...
  • Page 6: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure g253610 Adjusting the Control Cable No Parts Required Procedure Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Control Cable (page 15).
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
  • Page 8: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Important: beginning operation. Also, tighten any loose For best results, purchase only the fasteners. quantity of fuel that you expect to use in 30 days. Otherwise, you may use fuel stabilizer/conditioner • Two-stage models only: Adjust the collector in the machine at all times to keep the fuel fresh housing height to clear a gravel or crushed-rock longer when used as directed by the fuel-stabilizer surface.
  • Page 9: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily g253610 Figure 11 During Operation • When not actively clearing snow, disengage power to the auger. During Operation Safety • Exercise extreme caution when operating the machine on or crossing gravel drives (2-stage •...
  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    when making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections. • Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Starting the Engine Electric-Start Model Note: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole. Important: Do not use the primer or the choke if the engine has been running and is hot.
  • Page 11: Engaging The Rotor Blades

    Standard Model Note: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole. Important: Do not use the primer or the choke if the engine has been running and is hot. Excessive priming may flood the engine and prevent it from starting.
  • Page 12: Shutting Off The Engine

    Shutting Off the Engine Adjusting the Discharge Chute and Chute Deflector To shut off the engine, pull the ignition key outward until it clicks into the O position (Figure 16) or move To adjust the discharge chute, move the chute handle the choke lever fully to the right (B of Figure 13).
  • Page 13: Self-Propelling The Snowthrower

    Self-Propelling the inconspicuous location before use. These marks are not permanent. Snowthrower Lift the machine handle until the wheels are just off the ground and the scraper and rotor blades touch the ground. The machine propels forward (Figure 19). g011640 Figure 19 1.
  • Page 14: After Operation

    After Operation After Operation Safety • Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank inside a building where ignition sources are present, such as hot water heaters, space heaters, or clothes dryers. Allow the engine to cool before storing the machine in any enclosure.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that the machine is in safe working condition. • Do not change the governor settings on the engine. Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts g011568 and accessories. Figure 20 1. Control bar 2.
  • Page 16: Inspecting The Rotor Blades

    Adjusting the Control Cable Slide up the spring cover and unhook the spring from the adjuster link (Figure 21). g011544 Figure 22 1. The wear-indicator hole is 2. The wear-indicator hole is intact; you do not need to exposed; replace the rotor replace the rotor blades.
  • Page 17: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Servicing the Spark Plug Service Interval: Yearly—Service the spark plug and replace it if necessary. Use a Toro spark plug (Part No. 119-1961). Shut off the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug...
  • Page 18: Replacing The Drive Belt

    Replacing the Drive Belt If drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, excessively cracked, frayed, or otherwise damaged, replace the belt. Remove the 4 bolts that hold the drive-belt cover (Figure 26) in place. g011642 Figure 27 1. Belt guide 2. Engine pulley Note: Do not distort or damage the belt guide.
  • Page 19: Storage

    Storage Storing the Machine WARNING Fuel fumes are highly flammable, explosive, and dangerous if inhaled. If you store the product in an area with an open flame, the fuel fumes may ignite and cause an explosion. • Do not store the machine in a house (living area), basement, or any other area where ignition sources may be present, such g013829...

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