Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
Electric starter does not turn (electric-start 1. The power cord is disconnected at the
1. Connect the power cord to the outlet
and/or the snowthrower.
models only)
outlet 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 outlet.
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.
4.
5.
The fuel shutoff valve is not open.
The throttle is not in the Fast position.
3. Open the fuel shutoff valve.
4. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
The fuel tank is empty or the fuel
system contains stale fuel.
5. Drain and/or fill the fuel tank with fresh
gasoline (not more than 30 days old).
If the problem persists, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
6.
7.
The spark plug wire is loose or
disconnected.
6. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
7. Check the spark plug and adjust the
gap if necessary. Replace the spark
plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
8.
9.
The fuel vent cap is restricted.
8. Remove the vent restriction or replace
the fuel cap.
The engine oil level in the engine
crankcase is too low or too high.
9. Add or drain oil to adjust the oil level in
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
contains stale fuel.
3. Drain and fill the fuel tank with fresh
gasoline (not more than 30 days old).
If the problem persists, contact an
Authorized Service Dealer.
4.
5.
The spark plug wire is loose.
4. Connect the wire to the spark plug.
The spark plug is pitted, fouled, or the
gap is incorrect.
5. Check the spark plug and adjust the
gap if necessary. Replace the spark
plug if it is pitted, fouled, or cracked.
6.
The engine oil level in the engine
crankcase is too low or too high.
6. Add or drain oil to adjust the oil level in
the engine crankcase to the Full mark
on the dipstick.
Engine runs, but the snowthrower
discharges snow poorly or not at all
1. The throttle is not in the Fast position
when throwing snow.
1. Move the throttle to the Fast position.
2. Shift the snowthrower into a lower gear.
2.
3.
4.
The snowthrower is moving too fast to
clear the snow.
You are trying to remove too much
snow per swath.
3. Reduce the amount of snow removed
per swath.
You are trying to remove extremely
heavy or wet snow.
4. Don’t overload the snowthrower with
extremely heavy or wet snow.
5.
6.
The discharge chute is plugged.
5. Unclog the discharge chute.
The auger/impeller drive belt is loose
or is off the pulley.
6. Install and/or adjust the auger/impeller
drive belt; refer to www.Toro.com
for servicing information or take the
snowthrower to an Authorized Service
Dealer.
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| Categories | Snow Blower Manuals, Toro Snow Blower |
|---|---|
| Tags | Toro 38610, Toro Power Max 6000 |
| Model Number | 38610 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Download File |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English, Français |
| Product Name | Toro Power Max 6000 Snowthrower |
| 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 | Snowthrower, Two Stage Power Max |
| Swath | 26 inch |
| Discharge | Two Stage |
| Engine Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
| Engine Oil Type | Toro 2 cycle / NMMA-TCW3 |
| Gearbox Lubricant | 4.5 oz. (133ml) SAE 90 GL5 or higher |
| Engine Motor Model # | 084333-0197-E1 |
| Engine Motor Size | 141cc |
| Engine Motor Type | 2 Cycle EPA2 |
| 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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