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FORM NO. 3319–435
724
Snowthrower
Model No. 38072—8900001 & Up
Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 FORM NO. 3319–435 Snowthrower Model No. 38072—8900001 & Up Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 3 1. Model and serial number decal 1. Small wire connector and Phillips head screw 2. Flange head capscrew and large wire connector 1. Handle 3. Axle pin 2. Capscrews and curved washers The Toro Company – 1997 Printed in USA All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 4 1. Speed selector arm 3. Flat washer and cotter pin 2. Speed selector rod 1. Auger control lever 3. Speed selector 2. Traction control lever 4. Speed selector rod APPROXIMATELY 4 / INCHES 1. Traction rod 3. Lower traction rod 2.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    1. Chute control bracket and 2. Capscrew and locknut 1. Jam nut 4. Lower control rod 2. Clevis 5. Clevis pin 3. Upper control rod 6. Cotter pin APPROXIMATELY FOUR INCHES 1. Worm gear and bracket 3. Mounting flange 2. Bolt, pyramidal washer and locknut 1.
  • Page 6 1. Auger drive control 5. Discharge chute control 1. Chute 5. Friction plate 2. Traction control 6. Fuel shut–off valve 2. Deflector 6. Large flat washer 3. Speed selector 7. Chute deflector handle 3. Carriage bolt 7. Curved washer 4. Ignition switch 4.
  • Page 7 1. Scraper 3. Auger blades 2. Mounting screws 1. Carburetor heater box 3. Hex head screw 2. Phillips screws 1. Skid 3. Flange nuts 1. Fuel shut-off valve 3. Fuel line 2. Auger side plate 2. Hose clamp m–2592 1. Screws...
  • Page 8 1. Belt cover 2. Screw (2) 2101 1. Drain plug 1. Traction drive belt 5. Large auger/impeller pulley 2. Auger/impeller drive belt 6. Engine pulley 3. Belt guide 4. Idler pulley 1. Pipe plug...
  • Page 9 1. Spring 3. Large traction pulley 2. Notch in side plate / ” 650/913 1. Roll pin 2. Drive assembly 1. Flange nuts 2. Speed selector plate 1. Spark plug wire 0.30” (0.76 mm)

  • Page 10: Introduction

    ......All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied Safety .

  • Page 11: Safety

    Wear adequate winter clothing and rubber boots that will ensure proper footing on slippery surfaces. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that The 724 SNOWTHROWER meets or exceeds the could possibly get caught in moving parts. Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s safety Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during standards for snowthrowers;...

  • Page 12: Fuel Tank Cap

    A. Use an approved gasoline container. 14. Allow engine to warm up outdoors before clearing snow. B. Fill fuel tank outdoors, not indoors. 15. Operate the snowthrower only when there is NEVER ADD FUEL TO AN ENGINE good visibility or light. Always maintain secure THAT IS RUNNING OR HOT.

  • Page 13: Maintaining Snowthrower

    TORO replacement parts and accessories to keep the TORO all TORO. 27. Do not overspeed the engine by changing governor settings. Recommended maximum NEVER USE “WILL FIT” REPLACEMENT engine speed is 3500 rpm.

  • Page 15: Safety Decals And Instructions

    Safety Decals and Instructions Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or lost.

  • Page 16: Clevis Pin

    Loose Parts DESCRIPTION QTY. Cotter Pin Install on Speed Selector Rod Flat Washer Capscrews & Curved Washers Install Handle Clevis Pin Cotter Pin Install Auger & Traction Drive Control Rod Flange Nut Capscrew & Locknut Install Chute Control Rod Locknut & Pyramidal Washer Flange Head Capscrew Connect Wires Carriage Bolt...

  • Page 17: Traction Control

    Remove the axle pins from both wheels and Install speed selector rod into selector arm, add slide the wheels outward on the axle one flat washer on the selector rod and secure approximately one inch to make clearance for with cotter pin (Fig. 5). assembly of handles.

  • Page 18: Jam Nut

    Check the distance between the top of the Tighten the locknut securing chute control handgrip and the bottom of the auger control bracket against left handle (Fig. 11). lever (Fig. 7 & 10). Distance should be Check operation of chute control rod. Move approximately four inches.

  • Page 19: Fill Fuel Tank With Gasoline

    A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn Toro also recommends that Toro you, others, and cause property damage. Stabilizer/Conditioner be used regularly in all Toro gasoline powered products during operation and HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD storage seasons. Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner cleans Use a funnel and fill the fuel tank outdoors, the engine during operation and prevents gum–like...

  • Page 20: Ignition Switch

    SHOULD NOT BE USED TO TRY TO Fuel Shut–Off Valve (Fig. 15)—Valve is located ENHANCE THE POWER OR PERFORMANCE under fuel tank. Close valve by rotating it to the right OF MACHINE. to stop fuel flow from fuel tank. Open valve by rotating it to the left to allow fuel to flow to the carburetor.

  • Page 21: Snowthrowing Tips

    To Stop Engine Rotate choke (Fig. 16) to full choke position. Release traction and auger drive controls Rotate ignition key (Fig. 15) to ON. (Fig. 15). Cover hole in center of primer with thumb and Move throttle (Fig. 16) to slow and rotate push primer slowly three times.

  • Page 22: Adjusting Skids And Scraper Blade

    Adjusting Skids And Scraper Blade POTENTIAL HAZARD FOR CONCRETE OR ASPHALT SURFACES When snowthrower is in operation, impeller and auger can be rotating. Pull wire off spark plug and make sure wire does not contact plug accidentally. WHAT CAN HAPPEN ROTATING IMPELLER OR AUGER Check the tire pressure in both tires.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    Maintenance Place a clean drain pan under shut–off valve. Loosen hose clamp securing fuel line to valve and slide line off valve (Fig. 20). Open valve by rotating valve to the right. This allows fuel to flow into drain pan. POTENTIAL HAZARD Reinstall fuel line and secure with hose clamp.

  • Page 24: Auger Gear Box Grease

    Adjust auger drive linkage. Refer to steps 4–6 of If level of grease is low, add MAG-1 grease (a Install Auger Drive Control Linkage, page 8. low temperature, high pressure grease, Toro part Reinstall belt cover with (2) screws. no. 505–101) to the gear box until point of overflow.

  • Page 25: Auger Drive Control

    Traction Rod, page 8. Make adjustments if required. POTENTIAL HAZARD If linkage is adjusted correctly and problem Spring is under heavy tension. persists, contact your local Authorized Toro Service Dealer. WHAT CAN HAPPEN Spring could be thrown in operator’s or bystander’s direction.

  • Page 26: Replacing Spark Plug

    / gasoline. an inch (4.8 mm), repeat steps 2–4. Add Toro Stabilizer/Conditioner to the fuel tank (one ounce per gallon of fuel). Reassemble bottom cover with (4) screws. Run engine for ten minutes to distribute conditioned fuel through fuel system.
  • Page 27 SNOWTHROWER IN HOUSE (LIVING LIKE BECAUSE GASOLINE AND FUMES AREA) OR BASEMENT WHERE ARE HIGHLY FLAMMABLE, IGNITION SOURCES MAY BE PRESENT EXPLOSIVE, AND DANGEROUS IF SUCH AS HOT WATER AND SPACE INHALED. Allow engine to cool before storing HEATERS, CLOTHES DRYERS, AND THE in any enclosure.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the TORO importer. If all other rem- edies fail, you may contact us at The Toro Company.

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