Form No.

3358-592 Rev A
Power Max® 6000 Snowthrower
Model No. 38597—Serial No. 280000001 and Up
Operator's Manual

Introduction injury or death if you do not follow the recommended

precautions.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid injury
and product damage. You are responsible for operating
the product properly and safely.
Figure 2
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product and accessory information, help finding a
dealer, or to register your product.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, Important calls attention to special mechanical
or additional information, contact an Authorized information and Note emphasizes general information
Service Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have worthy of special attention.
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This manual identifies potential hazards and has

safety messages identified by the safety alert symbol
(Figure 2), which signals a hazard that may cause serious

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Safety
Before Operating Caution: Improper use may result in
? Read and understand the contents of this loss of fingers, hands, or feet.
manual before operating the snowthrower .
? Become familiar with all controls and know There is a high-speed
how to stop the engine quickly . impeller close to the
opening.

Operator 's
Position

The low-speed auger has a moving pinch

point close to the opening.

This snowthrower meets or exceeds the ISO Preparation

standard 8437 in effect at the time of production. • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
Read and understand the contents of this manual to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
before the engine is ever started. wires, and other foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert
starting the engine.
you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all
safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid • Do not operate the equipment without wearing
possible injury or death. adequate winter garments. Wear footwear which will
improve footing on slippery surfaces.
Improperly using or maintaining this snowthrower
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety – Use an approved fuel container.
instructions. – Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.
– Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
Training fill fuel tank indoors.
• Read the operating and service instruction manual – Replace gasoline caps securely and wipe up
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls spilled fuel.
and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to • Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel
stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly. or crushed rock surface.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. • Never attempt to make any adjustments while
Never allow adults to operate the equipment without the engine is running (except where specifically
proper instruction. recommended by manufacturer).
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, • Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor
particularly small children, and pets. temperatures before starting to clear snow.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, • The operation of any powered machine can result in
especially when operating in reverse. foreign objects being thrown into the eyes. Always

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 wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or • Use only attachments and accessories approved by
while performing an adjustment or repair. the manufacturer of snow thrower (such as wheel
weights, counterweights, cabs, etc.).
Operation • Never operate the snow thrower without good
visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
• Never operate the snow thrower without good
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or visibility or light.
crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for
hidden hazards or traffic. • Take all possible precautions when leaving the
machine unattended. Shift into neutral, set the
• After striking a foreign object, stop the engine, parking brake, stop the engine and remove the key.
remove the wire from the spark-plug, thoroughly
inspect the snow thrower for any damage, and repair
the damage before restarting and operating the snow Maintenance and Storage
thrower. • Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper
• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working
the engine and check immediately for the cause. condition.
Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel tank
• Stop the engine whenever you leave the operating inside a building where ignition sources are present
position, before unclogging the collector/impeller such as hot water and space heaters, clothes dryers,
housing or discharge guide, and when making any etc. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any
repairs, adjustments, or inspections. enclosure.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, make certain • Always refer to owner’s guide instructions for
the collector/impeller and all moving parts have important details if the snow thrower is to be stored
stopped. Disconnect the spark-plug wire, and keep for an extended period.
the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental • Maintain or replace safety and instructions labels,
starting. as necessary.
• Do not run the engine indoors, except when starting • Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow
it and for moving the snow thrower in or out of the to prevent freeze-up of the collector/impeller.
building. Open the outside doors; exhaust fumes
are dangerous.
• Do not clear snow across the face of slopes. Exercise
Toro Snowthrower Safety
extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. The following list contains safety information specific
Do not attempt to clear steep slopes. to Toro products or other safety information that you
must know.
• Never operate the snow thrower without proper
guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in • Rotating rotor blades can injure fingers or
place. hands. Stay behind the handles and away from the
discharge opening while operating the snowthrower.
• Never operate the snow thrower near glass
Keep your face, hands, feet, and any other part
enclosures, automobiles, window wells, drop-offs,
of your body or clothing away from moving or
etc. without proper adjustment of the snow
rotating parts.
discharge angle. Keep children and pets away.
• Before adjusting, cleaning, repairing, and inspecting
• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting the snowthrower, and before unclogging the
to clear snow at too fast a rate. discharge chute, stop the engine, remove the key,
• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds and wait for all moving parts to stop.
on slippery surfaces. Use care when reversing. • Use the snow cleanout tool, not your hands, to
• Never direct discharge at bystanders or allow anyone remove obstructions from the discharge chute.
in front of the unit. • Before leaving the operating position, stop the
• Disengage power to the collector/impeller when engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts
snow thrower is transported or not in use. to stop.

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• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing that could get container. Remove the key from the ignition switch
caught in moving parts. before storing the snowthrower.
• If a shield, safety device, or decal is damaged, • Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts and
illegible, or lost, repair or replace it before beginning accessories.
operation. Also, tighten any loose fasteners.
• Do not smoke while handling gasoline. Sound Pressure
• Do not use the snowthrower on a roof. This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the
• Do not touch the engine while it is running or soon operator’s ear of 86 dBA, based on measurements of
after it has stopped because the engine may be hot identical machines per EN 11201.
enough to cause a burn.
• Perform only those maintenance instructions Sound Power
described in this manual. Before performing any
maintenance, service, or adjustment, stop the engine, This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 103
remove the key, and disconnect the wire from the dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per
spark plug. If major repairs are ever needed, contact EN 3744.
an Authorized Service Dealer.
• Do not change the governor settings on the engine. Vibration
• When storing the snowthrower for more than 30 This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of
days, drain the fuel from the fuel tank to prevent 4.5 m/s2, based on measurements of identical machines
a potential hazard. Store fuel in an approved fuel per EN 1033.

Safety and Instructional Decals

Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged
decals.

107-3040
1. Cutting dismemberment, impeller and cutting
dismemberment, auger hazards—keep bystanders a safe
distance from the snowthrower.

106-4525
Reorder part no. 112-6631
1. Fast 3. Slow
2. Forward speeds 4. Reverse speeds

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 112-6625
Reorder part no. 112-6629
1. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, impeller—do not place
your hand in the chute; stop the engine before leaving the
operator’s position, use the tool to clear the chute.

112-6626
1. Traction drive—squeeze the lever to 3. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, 5. Thrown object hazard—keep
engage; release the lever to disengage. impeller—do not place your hand in the bystanders a safe distance from the
chute; stop the engine before leaving snowthrower.
the operator’s position, use the tool
clear the chute.
2. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual. 4. Cutting/dismemberment hazard, 6. Auger/impeller drive—squeeze the
impeller—keep away from moving lever to engage; release the lever to
parts; remove the ignition key and read disengage.
the instructions before servicing or
performing maintenance.

Briggs Part No. 273676 Briggs Part No. 276923

1. Stop 3. Fast 1. Primer 4. Ignition key in
2. Slow (Engine—Run)
2. Choke off (Run) 5. Ignition key out
(Engine—Stop)
3. Choke on (Choke)

Briggs Part No. 276925

Briggs Part No. 274681
1. Warning—read the 3. Warning—toxic gas
1. Fuel—On 2. Fuel—Off Operator’s Manual. inhalation hazard.
2. Warning—fire hazard. 4. Warning—hot
surface/burn hazard.

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 Briggs Part No. 277566
1. When starting a cold 2. When starting a warm
engine, close the choke engine, open the choke
and press the primer two and do not press the
times. primer.

Setup
Loose Parts
Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.

Procedure Description Qty. Use

Handle bolts 4
1. Curved washers
Locknuts
4
4
Install the upper handle.

2. No parts required – Install the traction control linkage.

Carriage bolts 2
3. Locknuts 2
Install the chute control rod.

4. No parts required – Fill the engine with oil.

5. No parts required – Check the tire pressure.

6. No parts required – Check the skids and scraper.

7. No parts required – Check the operation of the traction drive.

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1. Installing the Upper Handle 2. Installing the Traction
4 Handle bolts Control Linkage
4 Curved washers
4 Locknuts Procedure
1. Remove the hairpin cotter and washer from the
lower end of the speed control rod and insert the
Procedure lower end of the rod into the lower link arm so that
Note: Do not remove the rubber band on the cables the bent end of the speed control rod faces rearward
until you have installed the upper handle. (Figure 5).
1. Lift and rotate the upper handle and position it over
the lower handle (Figure 3).
Important: Route the cables attached to the
Quick Stick inside the upper handle legs and
ensure that the cables are not pinched between
the handle sections.

Figure 5

2. Secure the lower end of the speed control rod with

the washer and hairpin cotter that you previously
removed.
3. Remove the hairpin cotter and the outer washer
from the trunnion on the upper end of the speed
Figure 3 control rod (Figure 6).
1. Cables

2. Secure the upper handle with 4 handle bolts,

4 curved washers, and 4 locknuts from the loose
parts bag (Figure 4).

Figure 6
1. Speed selector lever 3. Inner washer
2. Trunnion 4. Outer washer

Note: To make installation easier, leave the flat

washer on the trunnion (Figure 6).
4. Shift the speed selector lever into Position R2.
Figure 4 5. Rotate the lower link arm fully upward
(counterclockwise) (Figure 7).

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 cap down (but do not move the Quick Stick) and
rotate the discharge chute until they do.
3. Align the flattened back end of the long chute
control rod with the flattened front end of the short
rod that extends from the control panel so that they
nest together (Figure 9).

Figure 7

6. Lift up on the speed control rod and insert the

trunnion into the hole in the speed selector lever
(Figure 6).
Note: If the trunnion does not fit into the hole
when you lift up on the speed control rod, rotate the
trunnion upward or downward on the speed control
rod until it fits. Figure 9
7. Secure the trunnion and upper end of the speed 1. Short rod 2. Long chute control rod
control rod with the outer washer and a hairpin
cotter you previously removed.
4. Insert the front end of the rod into the opening in
Note: For easier installation, look down through the back of the chute gear cover until it slides into
the opening in the speed selector (Figure 8). the chute gear (Figure 10).

Figure 8
1. Speed selector

Figure 10
3. Installing the Chute Control
Rod 5. Align the holes in the nested ends of the rods and
2 Carriage bolts insert 2 carriage bolts (in the loose parts bag) through
2 Locknuts
the short rod from the left side of the snowthrower
(from the operating position).
6. Insert the cable clip that supports the deflector
Procedure cable onto the forward carriage bolt, and secure the
1. Unwrap the Quick Stick and rotate it so that it is carriage bolts with locknuts from the loose parts bag
upright and in the center. (Figure 11).
2. Hold the blue trigger cap down and pull the lever
fully rearward.
Note: The discharge chute and deflector should
face forward. If they do not, hold the blue trigger

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 5. Checking the Tire Pressure
Procedure
The tires are overinflated at the factory for shipping.
Reduce the pressure equally in both tires to between 17
and 20 psi (116 and 137 kPa).

Figure 11
6. Checking the Skids and
1. Cable clip 2. Deflector cable
Scraper
7. Hold the blue trigger cap down and rotate the Quick
Stick in a circle to ensure that the chute and deflector Procedure
operate smoothly. Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Skids and Scraper
in Maintenance.
4. Filling the Engine with Oil
7. Checking the Traction Drive
Procedure
Operation
Your snowthrower comes with 20 oz. of oil in the
engine crankcase.
Procedure
Note: Before starting the engine, check the oil level
and add oil if necessary.
Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.55 l), type: automotive detergent oil
with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, If the traction drive is not properly adjusted,
or higher. Use SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W30 oil. Refer to the snowthrower may move in the direction
your engine owner’s manual. opposite of what you intended, causing injury
1. Remove the dipstick and slowly pour oil into the oil and/or property damage.
fill tube to raise the oil level to the Full mark on the Carefully check the traction drive and adjust it
dipstick. Do not overfill.(Figure 12). properly, if necessary.

1. Start the engine; refer to Starting the Engine.

2. Move the speed selector to Position R1; refer to
Operating the Speed Selector.
3. Squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the hand-grip
(Figure 13).

Figure 12
Figure 13
2. Install the dipstick securely.
Note: Do not spill oil around the oil fill tube; oil The snowthrower should move rearward. If the
could leak onto traction parts and cause the traction snowthrower does not move or moves forward,
to slip. complete the following:

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 A. Release the traction lever and stop the engine.
B. Disconnect the trunnion from the speed selector
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lever (Figure 6).
C. Turn the trunnion downward (clockwise) on the
speed control rod (Figure 6).
D. Connect the trunnion to the speed selector lever
(Figure 6).
4. Release the traction lever.
5. Move the speed selector to the Position 1; refer to
Operating the Speed Selector.
6. Squeeze the left hand (traction) lever to the hand-grip
(Figure 13).
The snowthrower should move forward. If the
snowthrower does not move or moves rearward,
complete the following:
A. Release the traction lever and stop the engine.
B. Disconnect the trunnion from the speed selector Figure 14
lever (Figure 6). 1. Hand-grip 8. Chute deflector
2. Auger/impeller lever 9. Discharge chute
C. Turn the trunnion upward (counterclockwise) on
3. Speed selector lever 10. Scraper
the speed control rod (Figure 6). 4. Quick Stick™ discharge 11. Auger
D. Connect the trunnion to the speed selector lever chute control
5. Traction lever 12. Skid (2)
(Figure 6). 6. Fuel tank cap 13. Snow cleanout tool
7. If you made any adjustments, repeat this procedure 7. Engine oil fill tube/dipstick
until no adjustments are required.
Important: If the snowthrower moves when the
traction lever is in the released position, check the
traction cable (refer to Checking and Adjusting
the Traction Cable) or take the snowthrower to an
Authorized Service Dealer for service.

Figure 15
1. Choke 5. Recoil starter
2. Ignition switch 6. Oil drain plug
3. Fuel shutoff valve 7. Primer
4. Throttle

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 Figure 16
1. Snow cleanout tool (attached to the handle)

Operation
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine
from the normal operating position.

Filling the Fuel Tank

Figure 17
1. 1-1/2 inch (3.8 cm)
Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive.
A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you
and others.
• To prevent a static charge from igniting
Starting the Engine
the gasoline, place the container and/or 1. Check the engine oil level. Refer to Checking the
snowthrower on the ground before filling, Engine Oil Level in Maintenance.
not in a vehicle or on an object. 2. Turn the fuel shutoff valve 1/4 turn counterclockwise
• Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is to open it (Figure 18).
cold. Wipe up spills.
• Do not handle gasoline when smoking or
around an open flame or sparks.
• Store gasoline in an approved fuel container,
out of the reach of children.

Fill the fuel tank with fresh unleaded regular gasoline

from a major name-brand service station (Figure 17).
Important: To reduce starting problems, add Figure 18
fuel stabilizer to the fuel all season, mixing it with
gasoline less than 30 days old. Do not add oil to
the gasoline. 3. Insert the ignition key (Figure 19).

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 Figure 21

6. Move the throttle to the Fast position (Figure 22).

Figure 19
1. Ignition key

4. Firmly push in the primer with your thumb 2 times

(15°F or -9°C or above) or 4 times (below 15°F or
-9°C), holding the primer in for a second before
releasing it each time (Figure 20).

Figure 22

7. Pull the recoil starter (Figure 23).

Figure 20
Figure 23
1. Recoil starter
5. Rotate the choke to the Choke position (Figure 21).

8. Allow the engine to warm up for several minutes,

move the choke toward the Run position. Wait
for the engine to run smoothly before each choke
adjustment.

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Stopping the Engine Important: If the snowthrower moves when the
traction lever is in the released position, check the
1. Move the throttle to the Slow position, and then to
traction cable (refer to Checking and Adjusting
the Stop position (Figure 24).
the Traction Cable) or take the snowthrower to an
Authorized Service Dealer for service.
Important: To operate the traction drive, you
must operate the snowthrower with the self-propel
feature engaged. Refer to Freewheeling or Using
the Self-propel Drive.
1. To engage the traction drive, squeeze the left hand
(traction) lever to the handgrip (Figure 26).

Figure 24

2. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the

operating position.
3. Remove the ignition key.
Figure 26
4. Close the fuel shutoff valve by rotating it clockwise
(Figure 25).
2. To stop the traction drive, release the traction lever.

Operating the Speed Selector

The speed selector has 6 forward and 2 reverse gears.
To change speeds, release the traction lever and shift the
speed selector lever to the desired position (Figure 27).
The lever locks in a notch at each speed selection.

Figure 25

5. Pull the recoil starter 3 or 4 times. This helps prevent

the recoil starter from freezing up.

Operating the Traction Drive

If the traction drive is not properly adjusted,

the snowthrower may move in the direction
opposite of what you intended, causing injury
and/or property damage.
Carefully check the traction drive and adjust
it properly, if necessary; refer to Checking the
Traction Drive Operation in Setup for more
information.

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 Operating the Quick Stick™
Hold the blue trigger cap down to use the Quick Stick
to move the discharge chute and the chute deflector.
Release the trigger cap to lock the discharge chute and
chute deflector into position (Figure 29).

Figure 27

Operating the Auger/Impeller

Drive
1. To engage the auger/ impeller drive, squeeze the
right hand (auger/ impeller) lever to the handgrip Figure 29
(Figure 28).

Moving the Discharge Chute

Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick
Stick to the left to move the discharge chute to the left;
move the Quick Stick to the right to move the discharge
chute to the right (Figure 30).
Figure 28

2. To stop the auger and impeller, release the right

hand lever.
Important: When you engage both the
auger/impeller lever and the traction lever, the
traction lever locks the auger/impeller lever
down, freeing your right hand. To release both
levers, simply release the left hand (traction)
lever.
3. If the auger and impeller continue to rotate when
you release the auger/impeller lever, do not operate
the snowthrower. Check the auger/impeller cable
(refer to Checking and Adjusting the Auger/Impeller Figure 30
Cable) and adjust it if necessary. Otherwise, take the
snowthrower to an Authorized Dealer for service.
• If the chute does not move, refer to Adjusting the
Discharge Chute Latch.
• If the chute does not turn as far to the left as it does
If the auger and impeller continue to rotate to the right, ensure that the cable is routed to the
when you release the auger/impeller lever, you inside of the handles. Refer to Installing the Upper
could seriously injure yourself or others. Handle.
Do not operate the snowthrower. Take it to an • If the chute does not lock into place when you release
Authorized Service Dealer for service. the trigger cap, refer to Adjusting the Discharge
Chute Latch.

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Moving the Chute Deflector Engage the auger/impeller to clear any remaining
snow from inside the housing. Rotate the Quick
Hold the blue trigger cap down and move the Quick Stick to prevent it from freezing. Stop the engine,
Stick forward to lower the chute deflector; move it wait for all moving parts to stop, and remove all ice
rearward to raise the chute deflector (Figure 31). and snow from the snowthrower.
• With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle
several times to prevent it from freezing up.

Operating Tips

When the snowthrower is in operation, the

impeller and auger can rotate and cut off or
injure hands and feet.
Figure 31
• Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting,
troubleshooting, or repairing the
snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for
all moving parts to stop. Disconnect the
Unclogging the Discharge wire from the spark plug and keep it away
Chute from the plug to prevent someone from
accidentally starting the engine.
If the auger/impeller is running but there is no snow
coming out of the discharge chute, the discharge chute • Remove an obstruction from the discharge
may be clogged. chute; refer to Unclogging the Discharge
Chute. If necessary, use the snow cleanout
• To unclog the discharge chute, stay in the operating tool, not your hands, to remove an
position and release the left hand (traction) lever. obstruction from the discharge chute.
While running the auger/impeller, push down on
the handles to raise the front of the snowthrower • Stay behind the handles and away from
a few inches (centimeters) off the pavement. Then the discharge opening while operating the
lift the handles quickly to bump the front of the snowthrower.
snowthrower on the pavement. Repeat if necessary • Keep face, hands, feet, and any other part of
until a stream of snow comes out the discharge chute. your body or clothing away from concealed,
• If you cannot unclog the discharge chute by bumping moving, or rotating parts.
the front of the snowthrower, stop the engine, wait
for all moving parts to stop, and use the snow
cleanout tool; never use your hand.
Important: Unclogging the discharge chute by The rotor blades can throw stones, toys, and
bumping the front of the snowthrower on the other foreign objects and cause serious personal
pavement may cause the skids to move. Adjust injury to the operator or to bystanders.
the skids and tighten the skid bolts securely.
• Keep the area to be cleared free of all objects
that the rotor blades could pick up and
Preventing Freeze-up throw.
• In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and • Keep all children and pets away from the
moving parts may freeze. Do not use excessive area of operation.
force when trying to operate frozen controls. If
you have difficulty operating any control or part, • Always set the throttle to the Fast position when
start the engine and let it run for a few minutes. throwing snow.
• After using the snowthrower, let the engine run for a
few minutes to prevent moving parts from freezing.

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• If the engine slows down under a load or the wheels
slip, shift the snowthrower into a lower gear.
• If the front of the snowthrower rides up, shift the
snowthrower into a lower gear. If the front continues
to ride up, lift up on the handles.

Maintenance
Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.

Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s)

Maintenance Service
Maintenance Procedure
Interval
• Inspect the traction cable and adjust it if necessary.
After the first 2 hours • Inspect the auger/impeller cable and adjust it if necessary.
After the first 5 hours • Change the engine oil.

Before each use or daily • Check the engine oil level and add oil if necessary.
• Change the engine oil. Change the engine oil every 25 operating hours when
Every 50 hours operating the engine under a heavy load.
Every 100 hours • Replace the spark plug.
• Check the skids and the scraper and adjust them if necessary.
• Inspect the traction cable and adjust or replace it if necessary.
Yearly • Inspect the auger/impeller cable and adjust or replace it if necessary.
• Check the auger gearbox oil and add oil if necessary.
• Lubricate the hex shaft.
• Check the air pressure in the tires and inflate them to 17–20 psi (116–137 kPa).
• Drain the gasoline and run the engine to dry out the fuel tank and the carburetor at
Yearly or before storage the end of the season.
• Have an Authorized Service Dealer inspect and replace the traction drive belt and/or
the auger/impeller drive belt, if necessary.

Important: You can find more information about maintaining and servicing your snowthrower at
www.Toro.com.
Important: Refer to your engine operator’s manual for additional maintenance procedures. For engine
adjustments, repairs, or warranty service not covered in this manual, contact an Authorized Tecumseh
Servicing Dealer.

Preparing for Maintenance 1. Remove the dipstick, wipe it clean, then fully install
1. Move the snowthrower to a level surface. the dipstick.
2. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level
(Figure 32). If the oil level is below the Add mark
3. Disconnect the spark plug wire (Figure 43). Refer to on the dipstick, add oil. Refer to Filling the Engine
Replacing the Spark Plug. with Oil.

Checking the Engine Oil Level

Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check
the engine oil level and add oil if
necessary.

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 surfaces, adjust the skids further down to prevent
the snowthrower from picking up rocks.
5. Move the skids down until they are even with the
ground.
6. Firmly tighten the nuts that secure both skids to the
auger sides.
Note: To quickly adjust the skids if they loosen,
support the scraper 1/8 inch (3 mm) off the
pavement, then adjust the skids down to the
pavement.
Note: If the skids become excessively worn, you
can turn them over and set the unused side toward
Figure 32 the pavement.

Checking and Adjusting the

Checking and Adjusting the Traction Cable
Skids and Scraper Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect
the traction cable and adjust it if
Service Interval: Yearly—Check the skids and the necessary.
scraper and adjust them if necessary.
Yearly—Inspect the traction cable
Check the skids and the scraper to ensure that the auger and adjust or replace it if necessary.
does not contact the paved or gravel surface. Adjust the
skids and the scraper as needed to compensate for wear. If the snowthrower does not drive in the forward or
reverse speeds or it drives when you release the traction
1. Check the tire pressure. Refer to Checking the Tire lever, adjust the traction cable.
Pressure.
With the traction lever disengaged, check the pin in the
2. Loosen the nuts that secure both skids to the
elongated slot in the left side of the snowthrower above
auger sides until the skids slide up and down easily
the tire. There should be a gap of 1/32 to 1/16 inch (1
(Figure 33).
to 1.5 mm) from the front of the slot to the front edge
of the pin (Figure 34).

Figure 33
1. 1/2 inch (1.3 cm)

3. Support the side plates so that they are at least 1/2

inch (1.3 cm) above a level surface. Figure 34
Important: The auger blades must be 1. Pin
supported above the ground by the skids. 2. 1/32 to 1/16 inch (1 to 1.5 mm)

4. Ensure that the scraper is 1/8 inch (3 mm) above

and parallel to a level surface. If the left hand (traction) cable is not properly adjusted,
Note: If the pavement is cracked, rough, or uneven, do the following steps:
adjust the skids to raise the scraper. For gravel 1. Loosen the jam nut.

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2. Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle to adjust the pin
until it is the proper gap from the front edge of the
slot.
3. Tighten the jam nut (Figure 35).

Figure 37
1. Tab
2. 1/16 inch (1.5 mm)

Figure 35
4. If the auger/impeller cable is not properly adjusted,
1. Jam nut 2. Turnbuckle do the following steps:
5. Loosen the jam nut (Figure 38).

Checking and Adjusting the

Auger/Impeller Cable
Service Interval: After the first 2 hours—Inspect the
auger/impeller cable and adjust it if
necessary.
Yearly—Inspect the auger/impeller
cable and adjust or replace it if
necessary.
1. Remove the 2 screws from the right side of the belt
cover as shown.
2. Lift up the right side of the belt cover (Figure 36).
Figure 38
1. Jam nut 2. Turnbuckle

6. Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle that adjusts the

tension on the cable (Figure 38).
7. Adjust the turnbuckle until you obtain the proper
gap.
8. Tighten the jam nut.
9. Insert the 2 screws you previously removed on the
Figure 36
belt cover.
10. If the auger/impeller cable is properly adjusted but
3. With the auger/impeller lever disengaged, ensure a problem remains, contact an Authorized Service
that the gap between the auger clutch assembly and Dealer.
the tab is 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) (Figure 37).

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Checking the Auger Gearbox
Oil Level
Service Interval: Yearly—Check the auger gearbox oil
and add oil if necessary. Figure 40
1. Move the snowthrower to a level surface. 1. Oil drain cap
2. Clean the area around the pipe plug (Figure 39).
2. Slide an oil drain pan under the drain extension and
remove the oil drain cap.
3. Drain the oil.
Note: Dispose of the used oil properly at a local
recycling center.
4. Install the oil drain cap.
5. Fill the crankcase with oil. Refer to Filling the
Engine Crankcase with Oil.
Figure 39
Lubricating the Hex Shaft
3. Remove the pipe plug from the gearbox. Service Interval: Yearly—Lubricate the hex shaft.
4. Check the oil level in the gearbox. The oil should be Lightly lubricate the hex shaft yearly with automotive
at the point of overflowing at the filler opening. engine oil (Figure 41).
5. If the oil level is low, add GL-5 or GL-6, SAE 85-95
EP transmission oil to the gearbox until the point
of overflow.
Note: Do not use synthetic oil.
6. Install the pipe plug in the gearbox.

Changing the Engine Oil

Service Interval: After the first 5 hours—Change the
engine oil.
Every 50 hours—Change the engine Figure 41
oil. Change the engine oil every 25 1. Hex shaft 3. Rubber wheel
operating hours when operating the 2. Aluminum friction plate
engine under a heavy load.
If possible, run the engine just before changing the Important: Do not get oil on the rubber wheel
oil because warm oil flows better and carries more or the aluminum friction drive plate because the
contaminants. traction drive will slip (Figure 41).
Max. fill: 20 oz. (0.55 l), type: automotive detergent oil 1. Drain the gasoline from the fuel tank.
with an API service classification of SF, SG, SH, SJ, SL, 2. Tip the snowthrower forward onto its auger housing
or higher. Use SAE 5W30 or SAE 10W30 oil. Refer to and block it so that it cannot fall.
your engine owner’s manual.
3. Remove the back cover (Figure 42).
1. Clean the area around the oil drain cap (Figure 40).

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 3. Slowly remove the snow hood, ensuring that the
primer bulb hose and the ignition wire remain
connected.
4. Clean around the base of the spark plug (Figure 44).

Figure 42
1. Back cover

4. Move the speed selector lever to Position R2.

5. Dip your finger in automotive engine oil and lightly
lubricate hex shaft.
6. Move the speed selector lever to Position 6.
7. Lubricate the other end of the hex shaft.
8. Move the speed selector lever forward and rearward
a few times.
9. Install the back cover and return the snowthrower
to the operating position.

Replacing the Spark Plug Figure 44

Service Interval: Every 100 hours—Replace the spark
plug.
5. Remove and discard the old spark plug.
Use a Champion QC12YC or equivalent spark plug.
6. Set the gap between the electrodes on a new spark
Note: To access the spark plug, you must first remove plug at 0.030 inch (0.76 mm) (Figure 45).
the snow hood.
1. Remove the choke knob and the ignition key
(Figure 43).

Figure 45
1. 0.030 inch (0.76 mm)

7. Install the new spark plug and tighten it firmly.

8. Ensure that the primer bulb hose and the ignition
wire are connected and clear of the carburetor
bracket.
9. Secure the snow hood to the snowthrower with the
4 screws that you previously removed.
Figure 43
10. Align the tab on the choke control knob with the
1. Choke knob 3. Ignition key
slot on the snow hood.
2. Snow hood 4. Screw (4)
11. Connect the choke control knob to the choke shaft
on the carburetor.
2. Remove the 4 screws that secure the snow hood to
the snowthrower (Figure 43).

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Adjusting the Discharge Chute Note: The latch is spring loaded and will naturally
move into the teeth of the gear (Figure 48).
Latch
4. Remove any slack in the cable by pulling the cable
If the discharge chute does not lock into the desired conduit rearward.
position or does not unlock so that you can move it to
another position, adjust the discharge chute latch. 5. Tighten the bolt on the cable clamp.
1. Remove the fastener on the gear cover (Figure 46), 6. Install and secure the gear cover.
lift the front of the cover up, and slide it back and
out of the way.
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.

Figure 46

2. Loosen the bolt on the cable clamp (Figure 47).

Figure 47
1. Cable conduit 2. Cable clamp

3. Grasp the cable conduit and move it toward the front

of the machine until the discharge chute latch fully
engages the gear teeth (Figure 47 and Figure 48).

Figure 48
1. Discharge chute latch 2. Gear teeth

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Storage 16. Touch up chipped surfaces with paint available
from an Authorized Service Dealer. Sand affected
areas before painting, and use a rust preventative to
prevent the metal parts from rusting.

• Gasoline vapors can explode. 17. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair
or replace any damaged parts.
• Do not store gasoline more than 30 days.
18. Cover the snowthrower and store it in a clean, dry
• Do not store the snowthrower in an place out of the reach of children. Allow the engine
enclosure near an open flame. to cool before storing it in any enclosure.
• Allow the engine to cool before storing it.
Removing the Snowthrower
Preparing the Snowthrower from Storage
1. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly
for Storage using the starter to blow the excess oil from the
1. On the last refueling of the year, add fuel stabilizer cylinder.
to fresh fuel as directed by the engine manufacturer.
2. Install the spark plug and tighten it firmly.
2. Run the engine for 10 minutes to distribute the
3. Connect the spark plug wire.
conditioned fuel through the fuel system.
3. Loosen the hose clamp that secures the fuel line to 4. Perform the annual maintenance procedures as given
the valve and slide the fuel line off the fuel shutoff in the Recommended Maintenance Schedule.
valve.
4. Open the fuel shutoff valve and allow the fuel to
drain out of the fuel tank into an approved fuel
container.
5. Install the fuel line onto the fuel shutoff valve and
secure it with a hose clamp.
6. Run the snowthrower until the engine stops from
running out of fuel.
7. Prime the engine and start it again.
8. Allow the engine to run until it stops. When you can
no longer start the engine, it is sufficiently dry.
9. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.
10. Remove the ignition key.
11. Disconnect the spark plug wire.
12. Remove the spark plug, add 1/2 oz. (15 ml) of oil
through the spark plug hole, and pull the starter rope
slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the
cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion during the
off-season.
13. Loosely install the spark plug.
14. 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.
15. Clean the snowthrower thoroughly.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

Engine does not start or starts hard 1. The key is not in the ignition or is in the 1. Insert the key into the ignition and turn
Stop position. it to the On position.
2. The choke is in the Off position and the 2. Move the choke to the On position and
primer has not been pressed. press the primer 3 times.
3. The fuel shutoff valve is not open. 3. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
4. The throttle is not in the Fast position. 4. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
5. The fuel tank is empty or the fuel 5. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh
system contains stale fuel. gasoline (not more than 30 days old).
If the problem persists, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
6. The spark plug wire is loose or 6. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
disconnected.
7. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the 7. Check the spark plug and adjust the
gap is incorrect. gap if necessary. Replace the spark
plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
8. The fuel vent cap is restricted. 8. Remove the vent restriction or replace
the fuel cap.
9. The engine oil level in the engine 9. Add or drain oil to adjust the oil level in
crankcase is too low or too high. the engine crankcase to the Full mark
on the dipstick.

Engine runs rough 1. The choke is in the On position. 1. Move the choke to the Off position.
2. The fuel shutoff valve is not completely 2. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
open.
3. The fuel tank is nearly empty or 3. Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh
contains stale fuel. gasoline (not more than 30 days old).
If the problem persists, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
4. The spark plug wire is loose. 4. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
5. The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the 5. Check the spark plug and adjust the
gap is incorrect. gap if necessary. Replace the spark
plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
6. The engine oil level in the engine 6. Add or drain oil to adjust the oil level in
crankcase is too low or too high. the engine crankcase to the Full mark
on the dipstick.

Engine runs, but the snowthrower 1. The throttle is not in the Fast position 1. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
discharges snow poorly or not at all when throwing snow.
2. The snowthrower is moving too fast to 2. Shift the snowthrower into a lower gear.
clear the snow.
3. You are trying to remove too much 3. Reduce the amount of snow removed
snow per swath. per swath.
4. You are trying to remove extremely 4. Don’t overload the snowthrower with
heavy or wet snow. extremely heavy or wet snow.
5. The discharge chute is plugged. 5. Unclog the discharge chute.
6. The auger/impeller drive belt is loose 6. Install and/or adjust the auger/impeller
or is off the pulley. drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com
for servicing information or take the
snowthrower to an Authorized Service
Dealer.
7. The auger/impeller drive belt is worn 7. Replace the auger/impeller drive belt;
or broken. refer to www.Toro.com for servicing
information or take the snowthrower to
an Authorized Service Dealer.

Discharge chute either does not lock into 1. The discharge chute latch is not 1. Adjust the discharge chute latch.
place or does not move properly adjusted.

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 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action

Snowthrower does not properly clear the 1. The skids and/or scraper are not 1. Adjust the skids and/or the scraper.
snow off the surface properly adjusted.
2. The pressure in the tires is not equal. 2. Check and adjust the pressure in one
or both tires.

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 International Distributor List—Consumer Products

Distributor: Country: Phone Number:

Atlantis Su ve Sulama Sisstemleri Lt Turkey 90 216 344 86 74
Balama Prima Engineering Equip Hong Kong 852 2155 2163
B-Ray Corporation Korea 82 32 551 2076
Casco Sales Company Puerto Rico 787 788 8383
Ceres S.A Costa Rica 506 239 1138
CSSC Turf Equipment (pvt) Ltd Sri Lanka 94 11 2746100
Cyril Johnston & Co Nothern Ireland 44 2890 813 121
Equiver Mexico 52 55 539 95444
Femco S.A. Guatemala 502 442 3277
G.Y.K. Company ltd. Japan 81 726 325 861
Geomechaniki of Athens Greece 30 10 935 0054
Guandong Golden Star China 86 20 876 51338
Hako Gorund and Garden Sweden 46 35 10 0000
Hydroturf Int. Co Dubai United Arab Emirates 97 14 347 9479
Hydroturf Egypt LLC Egypt 202 519 4308
Ibea S.p.A. Italy 39 0331 853611
Irriamc Portugal 351 21 238 8260
Jean Heybroek b.v. Netherlands 31 30 639 4611
Lely (U.K. ) Limited United Kingdom 44 1480 226 800
Maquiver S.A. Colombia 57 1 236 4079
Maruyama Mfg. Co. Inc. Japan 81 3 3252 2285
Metra Kft Hungary 36 1 326 3880
Mounteld a.s. Czech Republic 420 255 704 220
Munditol S.A. Argentina 54 11 4 821 9999
Oslinger Turf Equipment SA Ecuador 593 4 239 6970
Oy Hako Ground and Garden Ab Finland 358 987 00733
Parkland Products Ltd New Zealand 64 3 34 93760
Prochaska & Cie Austria 43 1 278 5100
RT Cohen 2004 Ltd Israel 972 986 17979
Riversa Spain 34 9 52 83 7500
Roth Motorgerate GmBh & Co Germany 49 7144 2050
Sc Svend Carlsen A/S Denmark 45 66 109 200
Solvert S.A.S France 33 1 30 81 77 00
Spypros Stavrinides Limited Cyprus 357 22 434131
Surge Systems India Limited India 91 1 292299901
T-Markt Logistics Ltd Hungary 36 26 525 500
Toro Australia Australia 61 3 9580 7355
Toro Europe BVBA Belgium 32 14 562 960

374-0102 Rev A
 The Toro Warranty

Conditions and Products Covered Instructions for Obtaining Warranty Service

The Toro® Company and its afliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to If you think that your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or
an agreement between them, jointly promises to the original purchaser* to workmanship, follow this procedure:
repair any Toro Product used for normal residential purposes* if defective in
1. Contact your seller to arrange service of the product. If for any reason
materials or workmanship. The following time periods apply from the date
it is impossible for you to contact your seller, you may contact any Toro
of original purchase:
Authorized Distributor to arrange service.
Products Warranty Period 2. Bring the product and your proof of purchase (sales receipt) to your seller
Walk Power Mowers 2-year limited warranty or the Service Dealer.
Rear Engine Riders 2-year limited warranty If for any reason you are dissatised with the Service Dealer’s analysis or with the
Lawn & Garden Tractors 2-year limited warranty assistance provided, contact the Toro importer or contact us at:
Electric Hand Held Products 2-year limited warranty Customer Care Department, Consumer Division
Snowthrowers 2-year limited warranty Toro Warranty Company
Consumer Zero Turn 2-year limited warranty 8111 Lyndale Avenue South
* “Original purchaser” means use the person who originally purchased Toro Bloomington, MN 55420-1196
products. Manager: Technical Product Support: 001-952-887-8248
* “Normal residential purposes” means use of the product on the same lot as See attached Distributor List
your home. Use at more than one location is considered commercial use, and
the commercial use warranty would apply.
Owner Responsibilities
You must maintain your Toro Product by following the maintenance procedures
Limited Warranty for Commercial Use described in the operator’s manual. Such routine maintenance, whether
Toro Consumer Products and attachments used for commercial, institutional, performed by a dealer or by you, is at your expense.
or rental use are warranted against defects in materials or workmanship for the
following time periods from the date of original purchase:
Items and Conditions Not Covered
Products Warranty Period This express warranty does not cover:
Walk Power Mowers 90 day warranty • Cost of regular maintenance service or parts, such as lters, fuel, lubricants,
Rear Engine Riders 90 day warranty tune-up parts, blade sharpening, brake and clutch adjustments.
Lawn & Garden Tractors 90 day warranty • Any product or part which has been altered or misused or required
Electric Hand Held Products 90 day warranty replacement or repair due to normal wear, accidents, or lack of proper
Snowthrowers 90 day warranty maintenance.
Consumer Zero Turn 45 day warranty • Repairs necessary due to improper fuel, contaminants in the fuel system, or
failure to properly prepare the fuel system prior to any period of non-use
over three months.
• Engine and transmission. These are covered by the appropriate
manufacturer’s guarantees with separate terms and conditions.
All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by an Authorized Toro
Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.

General Conditions
The purchaser is covered by the national laws of each country. The rights to
which the purchaser is entitled with the support of these laws are not restricted
by this warranty.

374-0101 Rev A