Troubleshooting
Toro designed and built your snowthrower for trouble-free operation. Check the following components and items carefully,
and refer to Maintenance on page 11 for more information. If a problem continues, contact an Authorized Service Dealer.
Problem
Possible Causes
1. The power cord is
disconnected at the outlet or
the snowthrower.
Corrective Action
Electric starter does not turn
(electric-start models only)
1. Connect the power cord to the
outlet and/or the snowthrower.
2.
3.
The power cord is worn,
corroded, or damaged.
2. Replace the power cord.
The power outlet is not
energized.
3. Have a qualified electrician
energize the power outlet.
Engine does not start or starts
hard
1. The key is not in the ignition or
is in the Off 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
two times.
3.
The fuel tank is empty or the
fuel system contains stale fuel.
3. Drain and fill the fuel tank with
a fresh gasoline-and-oil mixture
(not more than 30 days old). If
the problem persists, contact
an Authorized Service Dealer.
4.
The engine is flooded.
4. Move the choke to the Off
position and pull the rope
several times to clear out the
rich fuel-and-air mixture from
the engine.
5.
6.
The spark-plug wire is loose or
disconnected.
5. Connect the wire to the spark
plug.
The spark plug is pitted, fouled, 6. Check the spark plug and
or the gap is incorrect.
adjust the gap if necessary.
Replace the spark plug if it is
pitted, fouled, or cracked.
7.
The fuel cap vent is restricted.
7. Remove the vent restriction or
replace the fuel cap.
Engine runs rough
1. The choke is in the On position. 1. Move the choke to the Off
position.
2.
The fuel system contains stale
fuel.
2. Drain and fill the fuel tank with
a fresh gasoline-and-oil mixture
(not more than 30 days old). If
the problem persists, contact
an Authorized Service Dealer.
3.
4.
The spark-plug wire is loose.
3. Connect the wire to the spark
plug.
The spark plug is pitted, fouled, 4. Check the spark plug and
or the gap is incorrect.
adjust the gap if necessary.
Replace the spark plug if it is
pitted, fouled, or cracked.
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| Categories | Snow Blower Manuals, Toro Snow Blower |
|---|---|
| Tags | Toro 38600, Toro 38602, Toro Snow Commander |
| Model Year | 2002 |
| Download File |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English |
| Serial Number | 220000001 - 220999999 |
| Product Name | 38600, 38602 |
| Product Brand | Toro. Customer Service Representatives are available by phone:
Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. (CDT) - Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CDT) - Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (CDT)
Canada 1-888-225-4886 USA 1-888-384-9939, Snow Blower |
| Product Type | Snowthrower |
| Product Series | Single Stage, Single Stage Snow Commander, Snowthrower |
| Swath | 24 inch |
| Discharge | Single Stage |
| Engine Manufacturer | Toro |
| Engine Oil Type | Toro 2 cycle / NMMA-TCW3 |
| Engine Motor Size | 7 hp |
| Engine Motor Type | 2 Cycle EPA1 |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | toro.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Toro Company |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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