13
Throwing Snow
Unclogging the Discharge Chute
If the auger/impeller is running but there is no snow
coming out of the discharge chute, the discharge
chute may be clogged.
Danger
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To unclog the discharge chute, stay in the
operating position and release the left hand
(traction) lever. While running the auger/impeller,
push down on the handles to raise the front of the
snowthrower a few inches (centimeters) off the
pavement. Then lift the handles quickly to bump
the front of the snowthrower on the pavement.
Repeat if necessary until a stream of snow comes
out the discharge chute.
When the snowthrower is in operation, the
impeller and auger can rotate and cut off or injure
handsS and feet.
Before adjusting, cleaning, inspecting,
troubleshooting, or repairing the
snowthrower, stop the engine and wait for all
moving parts to stop. Disconnect the wire
from the spark plug and keep it away from the
plug to prevent someone from accidentally
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If you cannot unclog the discharge chute by
bumping the front of the snowthrower, stop the
engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
use a stick; never use your hand.
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Important: Unclogging the discharge chute by
bumping the front of the snowthrower on the
pavement may cause the skids to move. Adjust
the skids and tighten the skid bolts securely.
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Preventing Freeze-up
•
In snowy and cold conditions, some controls and
moving parts may freeze. Do not use excessive
force when trying to operate frozen controls.
If you have difficulty operating any control or part,
start the engine and let it run for a few minutes.
your body or clothing away from concealed,
moving, or rotating parts.
Warning
•
After using the snowthrower, let the engine run for
a few minutes to prevent moving parts from
freezing. Engage the auger/impeller to clear any
remaining snow from inside the housing. Rotate
the Quick Stick to prevent it from freezing. Stop
the engine, wait for all moving parts to stop, and
remove all ice and snow from the snowthrower.
The rotor blades can throw stones, toys, and
other foreign objects and cause serious personal
injuryS to the operator or to bystanders.
Keep the area to be cleared free of all objects
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With the engine off, pull the recoil starter handle
several times to prevent the recoil starter from
freezing up.
Operating Tips
•
Always set the throttle to the Fast position when
throwing snow.
•
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.
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| Categories | Snow Blower Manuals, Toro Snow Blower |
|---|---|
| Tags | Toro 38620, Toro Power Max 826LE |
| Model Number | 38620 |
| Model Year | 2005 |
| Download File |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English |
| Serial Number | 250010001 - 250999999 |
| Product Name | Toro Power Max 826 LE Snowthrower |
| Product Brand | Toro. Customer Service Representatives are available by phone:
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Canada 1-888-225-4886 USA 1-888-384-9939, Snow Blower |
| Product Type | Snowthrower |
| Product Series | Two Stage Power Max |
| Swath | 26 inch |
| Discharge | Two Stage |
| Engine Manufacturer | Tecumseh |
| Engine Motor Size | 318cc |
| Transmission Speed | 6 Forward/2 Reverse |
| Transmission Type | Friction Disc |
| Document File Type | |
| Publisher | toro.com |
| Wikipedia's Page | Toro Company |
| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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