Operating Tips; Unclogging The Discharge Chute; Preventing Freeze-Up - Toro Power Max 1028LXE Operator's Manual

Operating Tips

Always set the throttle to the Fast position when
throwing snow.
If the engine slows down under a load or the
wheels slip, shift the snowthrower into a lower
gear.
If the front of the snowthrower rides up, shift the
snowthrower into a lower gear. If the front
continues to ride up, lift up on the handles.

Unclogging the Discharge Chute

If the auger/impeller is running but there is no snow
coming out of the discharge chute, the discharge
chute may be clogged.
To unclog the discharge chute, stay in the
operating position and release the left hand
(traction) lever. While running the auger/impeller,
push down on the handles to raise the front of the
snowthrower a few inches (centimeters) off the
pavement. Then lift the handles quickly to bump
the front of the snowthrower on the pavement.
Repeat if necessary until a stream of snow comes
out the discharge chute.
If you cannot unclog the discharge chute by
bumping the front of the snowthrower, stop the
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
use a stick; never use your hand.
Important: Unclogging the discharge chute by
bumping the front of the snowthrower on the
pavement may cause the skids to move. Adjust
the skids and tighten the skid bolts securely.

Preventing Freeze-up

In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and
moving parts may freeze. Do not use excessive
force when trying to operate frozen controls.
If you have difficulty operating any control or part,
start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.
After using the snowthrower, 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 snowthrower.
With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle
several times to prevent the recoil starter from
freezing up.
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