Preparing The Fuel System; Preparing The Engine; Preparing The Snowthrower - Toro Snow Commander Service Manual

GENERAL INFORMATION

Preparing the Fuel System

1. Add a fuel stabilizer/conditioner to the fuel in the
fuel tank as directed.
NOTE: If you use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle (Fuel Stabilizer
Added), you do not need to add a fuel stabilizer/
conditioner.
2. Run the engine for five minutes to distribute the
conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
3. Stop the engine, allow it to cool.
4. Use a hand pump to pump the fuel from the fuel
tank into an approved fuel container, or run the
engine until it stops.
5. Start the engine and run it until it stops.
6. Choke or prime the engine, start it a third time,
and run the engine until it will not start.
7. Dispose of unused fuel properly. Recycle it
according to local codes, or use it in your
automobile.
Note: Do not store stabilized fuel for more than 90
days.

Preparing the Engine

Follow this procedure to prevent cylinder bore
corrosion by closing both the intake and exhaust ports
of the engine.
1. Slowly pull the recoil starter until you feel
resistance due to compression pressure, then
stop.
2. Release the starter tension gradually by allowing
the rope to go back slowly to prevent the engine
from reversing due to compression pressure.
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Preparing the Snowthrower

1. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts.
Repair or replace any damaged parts.
2. Clean the snowthrower thoroughly.
3. Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry
place out of the reach of children. Allow the engine
to cool before storing it in any enclosure.
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