Toro Power Max 1128 OXE 38828 User Manual

FormNo.3373-868RevB
PowerMaxHeavyDuty1128OXESnowthrower
ModelNo.38828—SerialNo.313000001andUp
Operator'sManual
Introduction
Thismachineisintendedtobeusedbyresidential
homeownersorprofessional,hiredoperators.Itis
designedprimarilyforremovingsnowfrompaved
surfaces,suchasdrivewaysandsidewalks,andother
surfacesfortrafconresidentialorcommercial
properties.Itisnotdesignedforremovingmaterials
otherthansnow,norisamodelwithapivotingscraper
designedforclearingoffgravelsurfaces.
Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand
maintainyourmachineproperlyandtoavoidinjuryand
machinedamage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingthe
machineproperlyandsafely.
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andaccessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,ortoregister
yourmachine.
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information,contactanAuthorizedServiceDealerorToro
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messagesidentiedbythesafetyalertsymbol(Figure2),
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Contents
Introduction..................................................................1
Training.................................................................3
Preparation.............................................................3
Operation...............................................................3
MaintenanceandStorage..........................................4
ToroSnowthrowerSafety.........................................4
SoundPressure.......................................................4
SoundPower..........................................................4
Vibration................................................................4
SafetyandInstructionalDecals.................................4
Setup............................................................................7
1InstallingtheUpperHandle....................................7
2InstallingtheWheelClutchCableEnds....................8
3InstallingtheTractionControlLinkage....................9
4InstallingtheChuteControlRod............................10
5ConnectingtheWiretotheHeadlight......................11
6FillingtheEnginewithOil.....................................11
7CheckingtheTirePressure....................................12
8CheckingtheSkids...............................................12
9CheckingtheTractionDriveOperation...................12
ProductOverview.........................................................13
Operation....................................................................14
FillingtheFuelTank...............................................14
StartingtheEngine.................................................14
StoppingtheEngine...............................................16
OperatingtheTractionDrive...................................16
UsingtheWheelClutchLevers.................................17
OperatingtheSpeedSelector...................................17
OperatingtheAuger/ImpellerDrive.........................17
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Toro Power Max 1128 OXE 38828 Specifications

General

Clearing Width	28 inches
Speeds	6 Forward, 2 Reverse
Chute Control	Quick Stick® chute control
Chute Rotation	200 degrees
Start Type	Electric Start
Chassis	Steel
Intake Height	21 inches
Throw Distance	Up to 45 ft (13.5 m)
Auger System	Anti-Clogging System (ACS)
Drive System	Self Propelled
Impeller	14 inches
Auger Control	Interlock
Tire Size	16 in (41 cm)

Summary

Safety

Operation

Instructions and warnings for safe operation, including avoiding hazards and machine controls.

Maintenance and Storage

Toro Snowthrower Safety

Safety and Instructional Decals

Setup

Filling the Engine with Oil

Operation

Filling the Fuel Tank

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Operating the Traction Drive

Using the Wheel Clutch Levers

Operating the Speed Selector

Operating the Auger/Impeller Drive

Operating the Quick Stick®

Moving the Discharge Chute

Moving the Chute Deflector

Unclogging the Discharge Chute

Operating Tips

Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Checking and Adjusting the Skids

Checking and Adjusting the Traction Cable

Checking the Auger Gearbox Oil Level

Changing the Engine Oil

Adjusting the Discharge Chute Latch

Storage

Preparing the Machine for Storage

Step-by-step guide to prepare the snowthrower for off-season storage, including fuel system.

Troubleshooting