Table Of Contents; Safety; General Safety - Toro Power Max 1028 Operator's Manual

Contents
Introduction ............................................................... 1
Safety ....................................................................... 2
General Safety ................................................... 2
Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 3
Setup ........................................................................ 5
1 Installing the Upper Handle .............................. 5
2 Installing the Wheel-Clutch-Cable
Ends................................................................ 5
3 Installing the Traction-Control Linkage ............. 7
4 Installing the Chute-Control Rod ...................... 7
5 Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool .................... 7
6 Checking the Engine-Oil Level ......................... 8
7 Checking the Tire Pressure.............................. 8
8 Checking the Skids and Scraper ...................... 9
9 Checking the Operation of the Traction
Drive ............................................................... 9
Product Overview ....................................................11
Specifications ...................................................11
Attachments/Accessories ..................................11
Operation ................................................................ 12
Before Operation ................................................. 12
Before Operation Safety ................................... 12
Filling the Fuel Tank .......................................... 12
During Operation ................................................. 13
During Operation Safety ................................... 13
Starting the Engine ........................................... 13
Shutting Off the Engine..................................... 15
Operating the Handwarmers............................. 15
Operating the Traction Drive ............................. 15
Using the Wheel-Clutch Levers......................... 16
Operating the Speed Selector........................... 16
Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive................... 16
Operating the Quick Stick®............................... 17
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ................ 18
Operating Tips ................................................. 18
After Operation .................................................... 19
After Operation Safety ...................................... 19
Preventing Freeze-up after Use ........................ 19
Maintenance ........................................................... 20
Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) ........... 20
Maintenance Safety.......................................... 20
Preparing for Maintenance ............................... 20
Checking the Engine-Oil Level.......................... 21
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Checking and Adjusting the Skids and
Scraper ......................................................... 21
Checking and Adjusting the Traction
Cable ............................................................ 22
Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller
Cable ............................................................ 22
Checking the Auger-Gearbox-Oil Level............. 23
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Changing the Engine Oil ................................... 24
Lubricating the Hex Shaft.................................. 24
Replacing the Spark Plug ................................. 25
Replacing the Drive Belts.................................. 26
Replacing the Headlight.................................... 27
Storage ................................................................... 27
Storage Safety.................................................. 27
Storing the Machine.......................................... 27
Removing the Machine from Storage ................ 28
Troubleshooting ...................................................... 29

Safety

This machine has been designed in accordance with
EN ISO 8437 specifications.

General Safety

This product is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety
instructions to avoid serious personal injury.
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Read and understand the contents of this
Operator's Manual before you start the engine.
Ensure that everyone using this product knows
how to use it, knows how to shut off the engine
quickly, and understands the warnings.
•
Shut off the engine whenever you leave the
operating position for any reason.
•
Do not put your hands or feet near moving parts
on the machine.
•
Do not operate the machine without all guards
and other safety protective devices in place and
working.
•
Keep clear of any discharge opening. Keep
bystanders, especially small children, out of the
operating area.
•
Never allow children to operate the machine.
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