Table Of Contents - Toro Power Max 824 OE Operator's Manual

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WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains a chemical
or chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or reproductive harm.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Important:
If you are using this machine above
1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous period, ensure
that the High Altitude Kit has been installed
so that the engine meets CARB/EPA emission
regulations. The High Altitude Kit increases
engine performance while preventing spark-plug
fouling, hard starting, and increased emissions.
Once you have installed the kit, attach the
high-altitude label next to the serial decal on the
machine. Contact any Authorized Toro Service
Dealer to obtain the proper High Altitude Kit and
high-altitude label for your machine. To locate
a dealer convenient to you, access our website
at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer
Care Department at the number(s) listed in your
Emission Control Warranty Statement. Remove
the kit from the engine and restore the engine to
its original factory configuration when running the
engine under 1500 m (5,000 ft). Do not operate an
engine that has been converted for high-altitude
use at lower altitudes; otherwise, you could
overheat and damage the engine.
If you are unsure whether or not your machine has
been converted for high-altitude use, look for the
following label (Figure
It is a violation of California Public Resource Code
Section 4442 or 4443 to use or operate the engine on
any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered
3).
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land unless the engine is equipped with a spark
arrester, as defined in Section 4442, maintained in
effective working order or the engine is constructed,
equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 3
General Safety ................................................... 3
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 4
Setup ........................................................................ 6
Installing the Upper Handle................................. 6
Installing the Chute ............................................. 6
Installing the Traction-Control Linkage................ 6
Installing the Chute-Control Rod ......................... 7
Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool....................... 7
Checking the Engine-Oil Level............................ 7
Checking the Tire Pressure................................. 8
Checking the Skids and Scraper ......................... 8
Checking the Operation of the Traction
Drive ............................................................... 8
Product Overview ..................................................... 9
Operation .................................................................. 9
Before Operation ................................................... 9
Before Operation Safety ..................................... 9
Filling the Fuel Tank .......................................... 10
During Operation ................................................. 10
During Operation Safety ................................... 10
Starting the Engine ............................................11
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 13
Operating the Traction Drive ............................. 13
Operating the Speed Selector........................... 13
Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive................... 14
Operating the Quick Stick®............................... 14
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ................ 15
Operating Tips ................................................. 16
After Operation .................................................... 16
After Operation Safety ...................................... 16
Preventing Freeze-up after Use ........................ 16
Maintenance ........................................................... 17
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 17
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 17
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 17
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 18
Checking and Adjusting the Skids and
Scraper ......................................................... 18
Checking and Adjusting the Traction
Cable ............................................................ 19
Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller
Cable ............................................................ 20
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Checking the Auger-Gearbox-Oil Level............. 20
Changing the Engine Oil ................................... 21
Lubricating the Hex Shaft.................................. 21
Replacing the Spark Plug ................................. 22
Adjusting the Discharge-Chute Latch................ 23
Replacing the Drive Belts.................................. 23
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