Owner’s Manual (Toro GM4100 Series Snowblower)
Set-up and Operating Instructions Continued
Operating:
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Adjust the blower skid shoes so the cutting
blade is about 1/2” above the ground for best
results.
Do not use the snowblower as a bulldozer to
push snow, let the blower work its way through
the snow.
CAUTION:
Become familiar and know how to use all safety
devices and controls on the snowblower
before attempting to operate the unit. Know how to
stop the unit before starting it.
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Wet sticky snow requires more power to blow.
The snowblower works better in this type of
snow if it is kept working at its full capacity.
WARNING:
• Best operating speeds of fan depend on snow
Read and observe all warnings on the machine
conditions.
before attempting to operate the snowblower.
Do not attempt to operate this machine unless all
factory installed safety devices are in place.
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Do not use your hands or feet to unplug the
chute. Do not attempt to clear a plugged chute
while the snowblower is under power.
Disengage the PTO or hydraulic controls by
shutting off the power unit, remove ignition key,
wait for all movement to stop, and then clear the
snow from the chute using a wooden pole.
CAUTION:
Before proceeding to perform any adjustments on
The snowblower, exercise the “Mandatory Shut-
down Procedure” (see section 1, page 2).
A definite pattern of operation is required to
thoroughly clean the snow area. The patterns shown
below will avoid throwing snow in unwanted places
as well as eliminating a second removal of snow.
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The chain and sprockets should be inspected
should be inspected for alignment and tension
on the initial use, and a periodic check should
be made to keep them in alignment.
Diagram “A” illustrates the removal of snow when
it is possible to throw the snow to the left and right,
as on a long driveway. Start in the middle and work
towards the opposite ends, throwing the snow to
both sides without changing the direction of the
discharge chute.
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Adjust the chain idler and re-tighten after one
(1)
hour of use. Chain should have about one
inch of deflection.
WARNING: Keep all guards, shields, and
decals in place.
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The gearbox uses SAE #90 gear oil and should
be checked regularly. Warranty will not be
allowed when it is evident that gears were run
dry.
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Operator should not raise and lower blower
under heavy loads to gain traction.
Diagram “A”
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November, 2004
| Categories | Snow Blower Manuals, Toro Snow Blower |
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| Tags | Toro 601TR4100, Toro 661TR4100, Toro 721TR4100 |
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| Document Type | Operator's Manual |
| Language | English |
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