Toro Power Curve 1500 User Manual

FormNo.3397-151RevD
1500PowerCurve
®
Snowthrower
ModelNo.38371—SerialNo.316000001andUp
Operator'sManual
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IMPORTANTSAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Whenusinganelectricalappliance,basicprecautionsshould
alwaysbefollowed,includingthefollowing:
READALLINSTRUCTIONS
BEFOREUSINGTHISAPPLIANCE
WARNING—Toreducetheriskofre,electric
shock,orinjury,followthesesafetyinstructions.
Itisessentialthatyouoranyotheroperatoroftheappliance
readandunderstandthecontentsofthismanualbeforeoperating
theappliance.Payparticularattentiontothesafetyalertsymbol
whichmeansCAUTION,WARNING,orDANGER—personal
safetyinstruction.Readandunderstandtheinstructionbecauseit
hastodowithsafety.Failuretocomplywiththeseinstructions
mayresultinpersonalinjury,riskofre,orelectricalshock.
Doubleinsulation—Iftheappliancecordisdamagedinany
mannerwhileitispluggedin,disconnecttheextensioncordfrom
thewallreceptaclerst.Thepowercordandswitchusedon
thisappliancecannotbereplaced,andtheequipmentshallbe
disposedof.
Donotusetheapplianceonagraveledsurface.
Keepchildrenandbystandersaway—Allvisitorsshouldbekept
atadistancefromtheworkarea.
Dressproperly—Donotwearlooseclothingorjewelry.They
canbecaughtinmovingparts.
Wearrubberbootswhenoperatingtheappliance.
Operatingtheapplianceinthehand-heldpositionisunsafe.
Warning—Topreventelectricshock,usetheapplianceonlywith
anextensioncordsuitableforoutdooruse.
Extensioncords—Topreventtheappliancecordandthe
extensioncordfromdisconnectingduringoperation,connectthe
extensioncordtotheapplianceasshowninFigure4.
Avoidaccidentalstarting—Donotcarrytheappliancewithyour
ngerontheswitch.Ensurethattheswitchisoffwhenpluggingin
theappliance.
Donotabusethecord—Nevercarrytheappliancebyitscordor
yankontheextensioncordtodisconnecttheappliancefromthe
receptacle.Keepthecordfromheat,oil,andsharpedges.
Keephandsawayfrommovingparts.
Keepguardsinplaceandinworkingorder.
Donotforcetheappliance—Itwillperformbetterandsaferat
therateforwhichitwasdesigned.
Donotoverreach—Watchyourfootingandkeepyourbalance
atalltimes.
Iftheappliancestrikesaforeignobject,followthesesteps:
•Immediatelyreleasethecontrolbartostoptheappliance.
•Unplugthepowercord.
•Inspectfordamage.
•Repairanydamagebeforestartingandoperatingthe
appliance.
Disconnecttheappliance—Disconnecttheappliancefromthe
powersupplywhennotinuse,beforeservicing,whenchanging
accessories,etc.
Storeanidleapplianceindoors.Whentheapplianceisnotin
use,itshouldbestoredindoorsinadry,securedplaceoutofthe
reachofchildren.
Maintaintheappliancewithcare—Followinstructionsfor
changingaccessories.
ThisappliancemeetsorexceedstheB71.3specications
oftheAmericanNationalStandardsInstituteineffectatthe
timeofproduction.
Readandunderstandthecontentsofthismanualbeforeyou
startthemotor.
Thisisthesafetyalertsymbol.Itisusedtoalertyouto
potentialpersonalinjuryhazards.Obeyallsafetymessages
thatfollowthissymboltoavoidpossibleinjuryordeath.
Improperlyusingormaintainingthisappliancecouldresult
ininjuryordeath.Toreducethispotential,complywiththe
followingsafetyinstructions.
Thisapplianceiscapableofamputatinghandsandfeetand
ofthrowingobjects.Failuretoobservethefollowingsafety
instructionscouldresultinseriousinjury.
Training
•Read,understand,andfollowallinstructionsontheappliance
andinthemanual(s)beforeoperatingthisappliance.Be
thoroughlyfamiliarwithallthecontrolsandtheproperuseof
theappliance.Knowhowtostoptheapplianceanddisengage
thecontrolsquickly.
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Toro Power Curve 1500 Specifications

General

Model	Power Curve 1500
Type	Electric Snow Blower
Motor	Electric
Clearing Width	15 inches
Power	12 Amp
Throw Distance	25 feet
Drive System	Auger
Rotor Type	Single Stage

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for using the snowthrower, covering electrical shock, injury prevention, and proper use.

Safe Operation and Preparation

Preparation and Safe Use

Instructions on preparing the area, proper attire, and safe operating practices for the snowthrower.

Safety and Instructional Decals

Highlights the importance of safety decals and their locations on the appliance.

Safety Decal Explanations

Decal Identification and Warnings

Explains specific safety decals, including cutting/dismemberment and thrown object hazards.

Setup and Assembly

Installing the Upper Handle

Step-by-step guide for attaching the upper handle to the snowthrower assembly.

Operation and Power Connection

Product Overview and Operation

Identifies key components of the snowthrower and provides general operating guidelines.

Connecting to a Power Source

Instructions for safely connecting the snowthrower to an electrical power source.

Starting, Stopping, and Operating Tips

Starting and Stopping the Motor

Procedures for starting and stopping the snowthrower motor safely.

Adjusting Discharge and Operating Tips

Guidance on adjusting snow discharge and general tips for efficient operation.

Maintenance Procedures

Lubricating and Replacing Scraper

Information on appliance lubrication and steps for replacing the scraper.

Replacing the Rotor

Detailed instructions for removing and installing a new rotor.

Appliance Features and Storage

Double-Insulated Appliances and Product Information

Explains double-insulated design and where to find product identification details.

Storage and Service

Guidelines for storing the appliance and information on seeking professional service.