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General| Engine Type | 4-Cycle OHV |
|---|---|
| Auger Material | Steel |
| Starter | Electric start |
| Skid Shoes | Adjustable |
| Warranty | 2-Year Full Coverage |
Provides guidance on operating and maintaining the snowthrower for safety and product longevity.
Details the R tek engine used in the Snow Commander, focusing on piston and cylinder differences.
Explains how to identify model/serial numbers and order parts or information from Toro.
Highlights potential hazards and safety messages, defining Danger, Warning, and Caution signals.
Emphasizes reading the manual for safe operation and understanding safety alert symbols and instructions.
Lists instructions adapted from ANSI/OPEI and ISO standards for safe snowthrower operation.
Stresses reading the operator's manual, knowing controls, and ensuring proper instruction for operators.
Details pre-operation checks including area inspection, disengaging controls, and proper attire.
Provides guidelines for safe operation, including avoiding moving parts and handling foreign objects.
Covers checking fasteners, safe storage practices, and referring to the operator's manual for details.
Lists specific safety information for Toro products, such as keeping clear of moving parts and proper maintenance.
Shows and describes various safety and instruction decals found on the snowthrower.
Specifies the type of gasoline and oil mixture (50:1) and precautions for handling fuel.
Details the correct gasoline/oil ratio, approved fuel types, and warnings about fuel handling.
Provides instructions on how to safely fill the fuel tank, including not overfilling.
Explains how to prepare the snowthrower for off-season storage, including emptying the fuel tank.
Instructions for safely draining the fuel tank for storage or disposal.
Gives guidance on where to store the snowthrower, avoiding areas with ignition sources.
Details steps to prepare the fuel system for storage, including using stabilizer.
Procedure to prevent cylinder bore corrosion by preparing the engine for storage.
Final steps for preparing the snowthrower for storage, including tightening fasteners and cleaning.
Identifies components on the control panel: key switch, primer, recoil, electric start button, choke.
Step-by-step instructions for starting the engine using recoil or electric start methods.
Procedure to stop the engine by turning the key to the Off position.
How to engage the rotor blades by squeezing the control bar.
Procedure to disengage and stop the rotor blades by releasing the control bar.
How to engage the traction drive to move the snowthrower forward.
Procedure to disengage the traction drive by partially releasing the control bar.
Instructions for adjusting the direction and height of the snow discharge.
Details how to move the chute handle for direction and the deflector for height.
Explains how to use the chute crank to rotate the chute left or right.
Step-by-step guide to remove the upper shroud for access to engine components.
Describes the manual chute system components, noting plastic parts reduce icing.
Details the mechanism of the chute crank system, involving gears and a ring gear.
Procedure to adjust the gear lash for the chute mechanism, using a drill bit for clearance.
Instructions on how to replace chute gears, involving removing the chute rod and capscrews.
Reassembly instructions, including torquing specifications and adjusting pulley alignment.
Details how to access the recoil starter on 2002+ models without removing the engine.
Reassembly steps for the recoil starter and blower housing, including wire routing.
Explains how the V-belt transfers power, belt clutching, and the self-propelling action.
Step-by-step guide to disassemble the drive system, including removing belt cover and guards.
Assembly instructions for the drive system, with tips on locking fasteners and checking alignment.
Procedure to replace rotor bearings, involving removing belt cover, rotor pulley, and retainers.
Assembly steps for rotor bearings, noting thrust washer locations.
Instructions for replacing the rotor control cable, involving shroud removal and cable unhooking.
Describes the electric start system components and basic operation.
Provides steps to troubleshoot problems with the electric start system, checking outlets and cords.
Steps to disassemble the electric start system, starting with removing the upper shroud.
Details how to access and test components within the switch box for repair.
Discusses possible failures of the plug terminal, including physical damage and arcing.
Explains how to test the push-button on/off switch using a continuity tester.
Procedure to test the electric start motor after removal, checking continuity.
Instructions for reassembling the electric start system components.
Procedure to replace the starter pinion, involving shroud removal and accessing the pinion stop.
Steps for assembling the starter pinion, spring, and stop onto the motor shaft.
Describes the front solid and rear pneumatic tires, and how to replace a front tire.
Explains the tilt mechanism for rotor engagement and self-propelling action.
Instructions for replacing the tilt cable, noting it requires no tools and can be done by hand.
Outlines initial and annual maintenance tasks, including checks, inspections, and fluid changes.
Details checking the rotor control cable for proper adjustment after initial use and annually.
Step-by-step guide to adjust the rotor control cable by repositioning the Z-fitting.
Instructions for adjusting the pivot cable, focusing on correct gap and minimizing effort.
Procedure to check the pivot cable adjustment by ensuring a specific gap.
Guide to inspecting and replacing rotor blades when worn, emphasizing replacing all three.
Method for removing old rotor blades one at a time to keep the rotor drum intact.
Instructions for correctly installing new rotor blades, noting rubber thickness and orientation.
Procedure to replace the scraper, noting it should be done when replacing rotor blades.
Guide to checking, replacing, and gapping the spark plug for seasonal maintenance.
Instructions for inspecting and replacing the drive belt if worn or damaged.
Specifies the correct tire pressure for the pneumatic rear tires.
Provides common problems and corrective actions for electric start and engine issues.
Lists issues like poor snow discharge, no self-propel, and rotor blade problems with solutions.
Lists general specifications for the snowthrower, including engine, dimensions, and capacity.
Provides torque values for various fasteners and components used in the snowthrower.
Details lubrication points and procedures for engine pulley, brake arm, and bolts.
