Toro 38838 - Manuals

3 Installing the Chute-Control Rod No Parts Required Procedure g252615 4 Installing the Snow-Cleanout Tool No Parts Required Procedure g257329 6

5 Checking the Engine-OilLevel No Parts Required Procedure Note: Your machine comes with oil in the engine crankcase. Before starting the engine, check the oillevel and add oil if necessary. Refer to Checking the Engine-Oil Level (page 17) . 6 Checking and Adjusting theTire Pressure No Parts Require...

The machine should move rearward. If themachine does not move or moves forward,complete the following: A. Release the traction lever and shut off theengine. B. Disconnect the trunnion from thespeed-selector lever. C. Turn the trunnion downward (clockwise) onthe speed-control rod. D. Connect the trun...

g004217 Figure 12 1. Snow-cleanout tool (attached to the handle) Specifications Model Weight Length Width Height 116 kg 160 cm 74 cm 114 cm 38838 (256 lb) (63 inches) (29 inches) (45 inches) Attachments/Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments andaccessories is available for use with the...

Filling the Fuel Tank Type Unleaded gasoline Minimum octane rating 87 (US) or 91 (researchoctane; outside the US) Ethanol No more than 10% by volume Methanol None MTBE (methyl tertiary butylether) Less than 15% by volume Oil Do not add to the fuel Use only clean, fresh (no more than 30 days old), fu...

Starting the Engine Using Electric Start Note: To use the electric starter (electric-start models only), connect a power cord to the plug-in first and then to a power outlet. Use only a UL-listed, 16-gauge extension cord recommended for outdoor use that is notlonger than 15 m (50 ft). WARNING The el...

Using Recoil Start g322956 Figure 15 Shutting Off the Engine Important: Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the operating position. g252411 Figure 16 12

Operating the Quick Stick® Hold the blue trigger cap down to use the Quick Stickto move the discharge chute and the chute deflector.Release the trigger cap to lock the discharge chuteand chute deflector into position ( Figure 20 ). g001014 Figure 20 Moving the Discharge Chute Hold the blue trigger c...

Operating Tips DANGER When the machine is in operation, the impellerand auger rotate and can injure or amputatehands or feet. • Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting,troubleshooting, or repairing the machine,shut off the engine and wait for all movingparts to stop. Disconnect the wire fromthe spark...

Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Maintenance Procedure After the first 2 hours • Inspect the traction cable and adjust it if necessary.• Inspect the auger/impeller cable and adjust it if necessary. After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil. Before ea...

Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level and add oil if necessary. g257528 Checking and Adjusting theSkids and Scraper Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and scraper and adjust them ifnecessary. Check the skids to ensure that the auger...

Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours—Change the engine oil. Every 50 hours—Change the engine oil.Change the engine oil every 25 operating hourswhen operating the engine under a heavy load. If possible, run the engine for a few minutes beforechanging the oil because warm ...

Lubricating the Hex Shaft Service Interval: Yearly—Lubricate the hex shaft. Lightly lubricate the hex shaft yearly with automotiveengine oil ( Figure 34 ). g001027 Figure 34 1. Hex shaft 3. Rubber wheel 2. Aluminum friction plate Important: Do not get oil on the rubber wheel or the aluminum friction...

g001029 Figure 38 1. 0.76 mm (0.030 inch) 5. Install the new spark plug, tighten it firmly, andattach the ignition wire to the spark plug. Note: Ensure that the ignition wire snaps completely into place on the spark plug. Replacing the Drive Belts If the auger/impeller drive belt or the traction-dri...

Replacing the Headlight Replace the headlight assembly (Toro part number 138-0670) when needed. 1. Remove the headlight wire from the back of the headlight (A of Figure 39 ). 2. Remove the bolt and nut holding the headlight assembly onto the headlight bracket and then remove theold headlight assembl...

Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action 1. The power cord is disconnected at the outlet or the machine. 1. Connect the power cord to the outlet and/or the machine. 2. The power cord is worn, corroded, or damaged. 2. Replace the power cord. The electric starter does not turn(electric...

California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in C...