Operating Tips - Toro 38816 Operator's Manual

operating any control or part, start the engine and let it
run for a few minutes.
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After using the machine, let the engine run for a few
minutes to prevent moving parts from freezing. Engage
the auger/impeller to clear any remaining snow from
inside the housing. Rotate the Quick Stick to prevent it
from freezing. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts
to stop, and remove all ice and snow from the machine.
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With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle several
times and push the electric-starter button once to prevent
the recoil and electric starters from freezing up.

Operating Tips

DANGER
When the machine is in operation, the impeller and
auger can rotate and cut off or apmutate hands and
feet.
• Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting,
troubleshooting, or repairing the machine, stop
the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.
Disconnect the wire from the spark plug and
keep it away from the plug to prevent someone
from accidentally starting the engine.
• Remove an obstruction from the discharge
chute; refer to Unclogging the Discharge Chute.
If necessary, use a stick, not your hands, to
remove an obstruction from the discharge chute.
• Stay behind the handles and away from the
discharge opening while operating the machine.
• Keep face, hands, feet, and any other part of
your body or clothing away from concealed,
moving, or rotating parts.
WARNING
The rotor blades can throw stones, toys, and other
foreign objects and cause serious personal injury to
the operator or to bystanders.
• Keep the area to be cleared free of all objects
that the rotor blades could pick up and throw.
• Keep all children and pets away from the area
of operation.
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Always set the throttle to the Fast position when throwing
snow.
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If the engine slows down under a load or the wheels slip,
shift the machine into a lower gear.
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If the front of the machine rides up, shift the machine
into a lower gear. If the front continues to ride up, lift up
on the handles.
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