Toro 38083 User Manual

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Contents
Page
Introduction 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Operating 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
While Operating 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintaining Snowthrower 4. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety Decals and Instructions 6. . . . . . . . . .
Loose Parts 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Accessories 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Assembly 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Handle 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connect Ignition Wires 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Speed Selector Rod 8. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Traction Rod 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Auger/Impeller Drive
Control Linkage 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Discharge Chute 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Chute Control Gear 10. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Tire Pressure 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Install Skids 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Check Auger Gear Box Oil 10. . . . . . . . . . . .
Before Starting 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fill Crankcase With Oil 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fill Fuel Tank With Gasoline 11. . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Controls 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting/Stopping Engine 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Free Wheeling Or Self–propelled Drive 14. .
Operating Tips 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Scraper 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Skids 15. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Draining Gasoline 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubricating Snowthrower 17. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing Crankcase Oil 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auger Gear Box Oil 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Auger/Impeller Drive Belt 17. . . .
Replacing Auger/Impeller Drive Belt 18. . . .
Replacing Traction Drive Belt 19. . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Traction Drive 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting Speed Selector 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Replacing Spark Plug 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied
with your new product, so feel free to contact your
local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service,
genuine Toro parts, or other information you may
require.
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service
Dealer or the factory, always know the model and
serial numbers of your product. These numbers will
help the Service Dealer or Service Representative
provide exact information about your specific
product. You will find the model and serial number
decal located in a unique place on the product
(Fig. 1).
For your convenience, write the product model and
serial numbers in the space below.
Model No:
Serial No.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product correctly. Reading this
manual will help you and others avoid personal injury
and damage to the product. Although Toro designs,
produces and markets safe, state-of-the-art products,
you are responsible for using the product properly
and safely. You are also responsible for training
persons who you allow to use the product about safe
operation.

Toro 38083 Specifications

General

Brand	Toro
Model	38083
Category	Snow Blower
Language	English