Toro Power Max Heavy Duty 826 OXE Operator's Manual

Toro Power Max Heavy Duty 826 OXE Operator's Manual

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Power Max Heavy Duty 826 OXE Snowthrower
Model No. 38800—Serial No. 315000001 and Up

Introduction

This machine is intended to be used by residential
homeowners or professional, hired operators. It is
designed for removing snow from paved surfaces, such
as driveways and sidewalks, and other surfaces for
traffic on residential or commercial properties. It is not
designed for removing materials other than snow.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your machine properly and to avoid injury and
machine damage. You are responsible for operating the
machine properly and safely.
You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for machine
and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register
your machine.
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 machine ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the
model and serial numbers on the machine. Write the numbers
in the space provided.
© 2014—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.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical information
and Note emphasizes general information worthy of special
attention.
Register at www.Toro.com.
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Figure 1
1. Model and serial number location
Model No.
Serial No.
Figure 2
1. Safety alert symbol
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3385-236* B
Printed in the USA
Form No. 3385-236 Rev B
Operator's Manual

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Summary of Contents for Toro Power Max Heavy Duty 826 OXE

  • Page 1: Introduction

    You are responsible for operating the 1. Model and serial number location machine properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for machine and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register Model No. your machine.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Preparation............. 3 Operation............... 3 Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute ......4 Maintenance and Storage.......... 4 Toro Snowthrower Safety ......... 4 Safety and Instructional Decals ......... 5 Setup ................7 1 Installing the Upper Handle........8 2 Installing the Wheel Clutch Cable Ends ....8 3 Installing the Traction Control Linkage ....
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety – Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times, until refueling is complete. Do not use a nozzle lock-open device. This machine meets or exceeds the B71.3 specifications of the American National Standards Institute in effect –...
  • Page 4: Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute

    Store fuel in an approved fuel container. Remove the key The following list contains safety information specific to Toro from the ignition switch before storing the machine. machines or other safety information that you must know.
  • Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 107-3040 1. Cutting dismemberment, impeller and cutting dismemberment, auger hazards—keep bystanders a safe distance from the snowthrower. 106-4525 Reorder part no. 112-6633 112-6625 1.
  • Page 6 125–1102 1. Engine stop 3. Variable speed control 2. Slow 4. Fast 120-9805 120-9805 1. Insert the key. 2. Prime the engine 3 times. 3. Engage the choke. 4. Pull the starter cord. 5. Once the engine is running, disengage the choke.
  • Page 7: Setup

    Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. Handle bolts Curved washers Install the upper handle. Locknuts – No parts required Install the wheel clutch cable ends – No parts required Install the traction control linkage.
  • Page 8: Installing The Upper Handle

    Installing the Upper Handle Parts needed for this procedure: Handle bolts Curved washers Locknuts Procedure Figure 5 Note: Do not remove the rubber band on the cables until you have installed the upper handle. 1. Lift and rotate the upper handle and position it over the lower handle (Figure 4).
  • Page 9: Installing The Traction Control Linkage

    Figure 10 Figure 7 Note: The gap should be approximately the thickness 1. Wheel clutch lever of a pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm). If it is greater, loosen the cable clamp nut, slide the cable jacket up slightly, 3. Remove the nut and washer from the handle, attach tighten the cable clamp nut, and check the gap again.
  • Page 10: Installing The Chute Control Rod

    Note: For easier installation, look down through the opening in the speed selector (Figure 14). Figure 14 Figure 12 1. Speed selector 1. Speed selector lever 3. Inner washer 2. Trunnion 4. Outer washer Note: To make installation easier, leave the flat washer on the trunnion (Figure 12).
  • Page 11: Connecting The Wire To The Headlight

    7. Hold the blue trigger cap down and rotate the Quick Stick in a circle to ensure that the chute and deflector operate smoothly. Connecting the Wire to the Headlight g018656 Figure 15 Parts needed for this procedure: 1. Short rod 2.
  • Page 12: Filling The Engine With Oil

    Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure Your machine comes with oil in the engine crankcase. Note: Before starting the engine, check the oil level and add oil if necessary. Figure 20 Use automotive detergent oil with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, or higher.
  • Page 13: Checking The Traction Drive Operation

    4. Release the traction lever. 5. Move the speed selector to the Position F1; refer to Operating the Speed Selector. 6. Squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the hand-grip Checking the Traction Drive (Figure 21). Operation The machine should move forward. If the machine does not move or moves rearward, complete the following: No Parts Required...
  • Page 14: Product Overview

    Product Overview Figure 24 1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle) 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).
  • Page 15: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank DANGER Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others. • To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline, place the container and/or machine on the ground before filling, not in a vehicle or on an object.
  • Page 16 Figure 31 6. Move the throttle to the Fast position (Figure 32). Figure 29 1. Ignition key 4. Firmly push in the primer with your thumb 2 times (-9°C or 15°F or above) or 4 times (below –9°C or 15°F), holding the primer in for a second before releasing it each time (Figure 30).
  • Page 17: Stopping The Engine

    again). If the engine still does not start, take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer for service. 8. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet first and then from the machine. 9. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes, move the choke toward the Run position.
  • Page 18: Using The Wheel Clutch Levers

    Using the Wheel Clutch Levers The wheel clutch levers allow you to momentarily disengage the drive to one or both wheels with the traction drive lever still engaged. This enables you to turn and maneuver the machine easily. Note: Holding down the traction lever against the handle engages the traction drive to both wheels.
  • Page 19: Unclogging The Discharge Chute

    trigger cap to lock the discharge chute and chute deflector into position (Figure 41). Figure 43 Figure 41 Unclogging the Discharge Moving the Discharge Chute Chute Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick Stick to the left to move the discharge chute to the left; move the WARNING Quick Stick to the right to move the discharge chute to the If the auger/impeller is running but there is no...
  • Page 20: Maintenance Schedule

    from freezing. Stop the engine, wait for all moving parts WARNING to stop, and remove all ice and snow from the machine. The impeller can throw stones, toys, and other • With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle several foreign objects and cause serious personal injury to times and push the electric-starter button once to prevent the operator or to bystanders.
  • Page 21: Preparing For Maintenance

    • Have an Authorized Service Dealer inspect and replace the traction drive belt and/or the auger/impeller drive belt, if necessary. Important: You can find more information about maintaining and servicing your machine at www.Toro.com. Preparing for Maintenance Checking and Adjusting the Skids 1.
  • Page 22: Checking And Adjusting The Traction Cable

    Note: To quickly adjust the skids if they loosen, support the scraper 3 mm (1/8 inch) 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 23: Checking The Auger Gearbox Oil Level

    Checking the Auger Gearbox Oil Level Service Interval: Yearly—Check the auger gearbox oil and add oil if necessary. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 2. Clean the area around the pipe plug (Figure 51). Figure 49 1. Tab 2.
  • Page 24: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Lubricating the Hex Shaft Service Interval: After the first 5 hours—Change the engine Service Interval: Yearly—Lubricate the hex shaft. oil. Lightly lubricate the hex shaft yearly with automotive engine Every 25 hours/Yearly (whichever comes oil (Figure 54). first)—Change the engine oil.
  • Page 25: Replacing The Spark Plug

    Wait until the engine is cool to replace the spark plug. Figure 58 Use a Toro spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or 1. 0.76 mm (0.030 inch) NGK BPR6ES). 1. Remove the boot (Figure 56).
  • Page 26: Replacing The Drive Belts

    Figure 63 3. Remove the bulb straight out from the back of the headlight (Figure 64). Figure 61 1. Discharge chute latch 2. Gear teeth Note: The latch is spring loaded and will naturally move into the teeth of the gear (Figure 61). 4.
  • Page 27: Storage

    Storage WARNING • Gasoline vapors can explode. • Do not store gasoline more than 30 days. • Do not store the machine in an enclosure near an open flame. • Allow the engine to cool before storing it. Preparing the Machine for Figure 67 Storage 1.
  • Page 28: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Electric starter does not turn (electric-start 1. The power cord is disconnected at the 1. Connect the power cord to the outlet models only) outlet or the machine. and/or the machine. 2. The power cord is worn, corroded, or 2.
  • Page 29 5. Unclog the discharge chute. 6. The auger/impeller drive belt is loose 6. Install and/or adjust the auger/impeller or is off the pulley. drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com for servicing information or take the machine to an Authorized Service Dealer.
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  • Page 32 Countries Other than the United States or Canada Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the Toro importer.

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