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Power Max™ 6000 Snowthrower
Model No. 38595—Serial No. 270000001 and Up
Introduction
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. Figure 1 identifies the
location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
Write the numbers in the space provided.
Figure 1
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
© 2006—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
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.
Figure 2
1. Safety alert symbol
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
Replacement Engine Owner's Manuals may be ordered
through the engine manufacturer.
Register at www.Toro.com.
Form No. 3355-483 Rev B
Operator's Manual
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in the USA
All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical information Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model and and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the attention.
  • Page 2 Safety Bef or e Ope r a t ing Ca u ti o n : Im p r o p er u se ma y r e su lt in lo ss o f fin g e r , h a n d s, o r fe e t. Re a d a nd unders t a n d t he cont e n t s o f t hi s manual b...
  • Page 3: Maintenance And Storage

    Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting The following list contains safety information specific to it and for moving the snow thrower in or out of the Toro products or other safety information that you must building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes are know.
  • Page 4: Sound Pressure

    Remove the key from the ignition switch before storing Vibration the snowthrower. • Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of accessories. 7.0 m/s , based on measurements of identical machines per EN 1033.
  • Page 5 112-6626 1. Traction drive—squeeze the lever to engage; 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, 5. Thrown object hazard—keep bystanders a release the lever to disengage. impeller—do not place your hand in the safe distance from the snowthrower. chute; stop the engine before leaving the operator’s position, use the tool to clear the chute.
  • Page 6: Loose Parts

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Step Qty. Description Handle bolts Curved washers Install the upper handle. Locknuts – No parts required Install the traction control linkage. Carriage bolts Install the chute control rod. Locknuts –...
  • Page 7 Note: If the trunnion does not fit into the hole when you lift up on the speed control rod, rotate the trunnion upward or downward on the speed control rod until it fits. 7. Secure the trunnion and upper end of the speed control rod with the outer washer and a hairpin cotter you previously removed.
  • Page 8: Checking The Tire Pressure

    Figure 10 5. Align the holes in the nested ends of the rods and insert Figure 12 2 carriage bolts (in the loose parts bag) through the 2. Install the dipstick securely. short rod from the left side of the snowthrower (from the operating position).
  • Page 9: Product Overview

    Product Overview Operation Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Freewheeling or Using the Self-propel Drive You can operate the snowthrower with the self-propel feature engaged or disengaged (freewheeling). To freewheel, slide the wheels inward and insert the axle pins through the outer axle holes, but not through the wheel hubs (Figure 16).
  • Page 10: Starting The Engine

    Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline from a major name-brand service station (Figure 18). Important: To reduce starting problems, add fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with gasoline less than 30 days old. Do not add oil to the gasoline. Figure 21 4.
  • Page 11: Stopping The Engine

    1. To engage the traction drive, squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the handgrip (Figure 28). Figure 25 8. When the engine starts, set the choke to the 3/4 position. As the engine warms up, set the choke Figure 28 to the 1/2 position.
  • Page 12 Operating the Speed Selector Operating the Quick Stick™ The speed selector has 6 forward and 2 reverse gears. To Hold the blue trigger cap down to use the Quick Stick to change speeds, release the traction lever and shift the speed move the discharge chute and the chute deflector.
  • Page 13: Operating Tips

    Moving the Chute Deector moving parts to stop, and remove all ice and snow from the snowthrower. Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick Stick • With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle several forward to lower the chute deflector; move it rearward to times to prevent the recoil starter from freezing up.
  • Page 14: Recommended Maintenance Schedule(S)

    Important: You can find more information about maintaining and servicing your snowthrower at www.Toro.com. Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. For engine adjustments, repairs, or warranty service not covered in this manual, contact an Authorized Tecumseh Servicing Dealer.
  • Page 15 Note: To quickly adjust the skids if they loosen, support the scraper 1/8 inch (3 mm) off the pavement, then adjust the skids down to the pavement. Note: If the skids become excessively worn, you can turn them over and set the unused side toward the pavement.
  • Page 16 Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Cable Check and adjust the auger/impeller cable after the first 2 operating hours, then yearly thereafter. 1. Remove the 2 screws from the right side of the belt cover as shown. 2. Lift up the right side of the belt cover (Figure 39). Figure 41 1.
  • Page 17: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil 1. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank. 2. Tip the snowthrower forward onto its auger housing Change the engine oil after the first 2 operating hours, then and block it so that it cannot fall. yearly thereafter.
  • Page 18: Inspecting And Replacing The Spark Plug

    If the auger/impeller drive belt or the traction drive belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, or otherwise damaged, go to www.Toro.com for additional service information or have an Authorized Service Dealer replace the belt. Figure 47 2. Loosen the bolt on the cable clamp (Figure 48).
  • Page 19 Storage Removing the Snowthrower from Storage 1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow the excess oil from the cylinder. • Gasoline vapors can explode. 2. Install the spark plug by hand and then torque it to •...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start or starts 1. The key is not in the ignition 1. Insert the key into the ignition hard or is in the Stop position. and turn it to the On position. 2.
  • Page 21 6. The auger/impeller drive belt 6. Install and/or adjust the is loose or is off the pulley. auger/impeller drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com for servicing information or take the snowthrower to an Authorized Service Dealer. 7. The auger/impeller drive belt 7.
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  • Page 24 Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service The Toro® Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly promises to the or workmanship, follow this procedure: original purchaser* to repair any Toro Product used for normal 1.

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