It is essential that you or any other operator of
the appliance read and understand the contents of this
manual before operating the appliance. Pay particular attention to
the safety alert symbol which means CAUTION, WARNING, or
DANGER—personal safety instruction. Read and understand the
instruction because it has to do with safety. Failure to
comply with these instructions may result in personal injury, risk
of fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use the appliance on graveled surface.
Keep children, pets, and bystanders away—All visitors should be kept at a distance from the work area.
Dress properly—Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
Wear rubber boots when operating the appliance.
Operating the appliance in the hand-held position is unsafe.
Warning—To prevent electric shock,
use the appliance only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor
use.
Extension cords—To prevent the appliance
cord and the extension cord from disconnecting during operation, connect
the extension cord to the appliance as shown in Figure 9.
Avoid accidental starting—Do not
carry the appliance with your finger on the switch. Ensure that the
switch is off when plugging in the appliance.
Do not abuse the cord—Never carry
the appliance by its cord or yank on the extension cord to disconnect
the appliance from the receptacle. Keep the cord from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
Keep hands away from moving parts.
Keep guards in place and in working order.
Do not force the appliance—It will
perform better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not overreach—Watch your footing
and keep your balance at all times.
If the appliance strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:
Disconnect the appliance—Disconnect
the appliance from the power supply when not in use, before servicing,
when changing accessories, etc.
Store an idle appliance indoors. When the appliance is not in
use, it should be stored indoors in a dry, secured place out of the
reach of children.
Maintain the appliance with care—Follow
instructions for changing accessories.
This appliance meets or exceeds the B71.3 specifications
of the American National Standards Institute in effect at the time
of production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual before
you start the motor.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used
to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Improperly using or maintaining this appliance could
result in injury or death. To reduce this potential, comply with the
following safety instructions.
This appliance is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious injury.
Training
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
appliance and in the manual(s) before operating this appliance. Be
thoroughly familiar with all the controls and the proper use of the
appliance. Know how to stop the appliance and disengage the controls
quickly.
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Never allow children to operate the appliance. Never
allow adults to operate the appliance without proper instruction.
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Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children and pets.
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Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling when
operating on slippery surfaces and at high speeds.
Preparation
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Thoroughly inspect the area where the appliance is
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other
foreign objects.
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Do not operate the appliance without wearing adequate
winter garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught
in moving parts. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
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Do not attempt to clear snow from a gravel or crushed
rock surface. This appliance is intended for use only on paved surfaces.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor
is running (except when specifically recommended by manufacturer).
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Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation
or while performing an adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign
objects that may be thrown from the appliance.
Operation
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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing
gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
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After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, unplug
the extension cord, remove the key, and thoroughly inspect the appliance
for any damage. Repair any damage before starting and operating the
appliance.
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If the appliance should start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally
a warning of trouble.
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Stop the motor, remove the key, and unplug the appliance
whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the rotor
blade housing or discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments,
inspections, and while transporting the machine.
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Do not direct the snow discharge at any bystanders.
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Do not operate with anyone standing in front of the
machine.
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When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the appliance,
stop the motor, remove the key, unplug the appliance, and ensure that
the rotor blades and all moving parts have stopped.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
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Do not operate the machine at high transport speed
on slippery surfaces.
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Use care when reversing the machine.
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Never operate the appliance without proper guards
and other safety protective devices in place and working.
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Never direct the discharge toward people or areas
where property damage can occur. Keep children and others away.
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Do not overload the capacity of the appliance by attempting
to clear snow at too fast a rate.
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Look behind and use care when backing up with the
appliance.
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Never operate the appliance without good visibility
or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on
the handle. Walk; never run.
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Disengage power to the impeller when the machine is
being transported or not in use.
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Use only Toro-approved attachments and accessories.
Clearing a Clogged Discharge Chute
Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades inside the discharge
chute is the most common cause of injury associated with snowthrowers.
Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
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Shut the motor off, remove the key, and
unplug the extension cord from the machine!
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Wait 10 seconds to be sure the rotor blades have stopped
rotating.
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Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
Maintenance and Storage
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Before each use check all fasteners for proper tightness
to ensure that the appliance is in safe working condition.
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Always refer to the Operator’s Manual for important details if the appliance is to be stored for an extended
period.
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Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels
as needed.
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Run the appliance for a few minutes after throwing
snow to prevent freeze-up of the rotor blades.
Sound Pressure
This unit has a maximum sound pressure level at the operator’s
ear of 83 dBA, based on measurements of identical machines per EN
11201.
Sound Power
This unit has a guaranteed sound power level of 98 dBA, based
on measurements of identical machines per EN 3744.
Vibration
This unit does not exceed a hand/arm vibration level of 1.2
m/s², based on measurements of identical machines per EN 1033.
Safety and Instructional Decals
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Safety decals and instructions
are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of
potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing.
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