Toro 38610 - Replacing the Drive Belts; Troubleshooting

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Replacing the Drive Belts
If the auger/impeller drive belt or the traction drive
belt becomes worn, oil-soaked, or otherwise
damaged, go to www.Toro.com for additional service
information or have an Authorized Service Dealer
replace the belt.
Storage
Warning
Gasoline vapors can explode.
 Do not store gasoline more than 30 days.
 Do not store the snowthrower in an enclosure
near an open flame.
 Allow the engine to cool before storing it.
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel
stabilizer to fresh fuel as directed by the engine
manufacturer.
Note: If you use Toro 50:1 2-Cycle Oil (Fuel
Stabilizer Added), you do not need to add a fuel
stabilizer/conditioner.
2. Run the engine for 5 minutes to distribute the
conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
3. Run the snowthrower until the engine stops from
running out of fuel.
4. Prime the engine and start it again.
5. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you
can no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
6. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
7. Remove the ignition key.
8. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
9. Dispose of any 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.
10. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts.
Repair or replace any damaged parts.
11. Clean the snowthrower thoroughly.
Troubleshooting
Toro designed and built your snowthrower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items
carefully, and refer to Maintenance on page 15 for more information. If a problem continues, see an Authorized
Service Dealer.
Problem Possible Causes Corrective Action
Electric starter does not turn
(electric-start models only)
1. The power cord is
disconnected at the outlet or
the snowthrower.
1. Connect the power cord to the
outlet and/or the snowthrower.
2. The power cord is worn,
corroded, or damaged.
2. Replace the power cord.
3. The power outlet is not
energized.
3. Have a qualified electrician
energize the power outlet.
Engine does not start or starts
1. The ke
y
is not in the i
g
nition or 1. Insert the ke
y
into the i
g
nition
Engine
does
not
start
or
starts
hard
1
.
The
key
is
not
in
the
ignition
or
is in the Stop position.
1
.
Insert
the
key
into
the
ignition
and turn it to the On position.
2. The choke is in the Off position
and the primer has not been
pressed.
2. Move the choke to the On
position and press the primer 3
times.
3. The fuel tank is empty or the
fuel system contains stale fuel.
3. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank
with fresh gasoline (not more
than 30 days old). If the
problem persists, contact your
Authorized Service Dealer.