Toro 38361 Operation Manual - Page 2

Preparation Maintenance and Storage • Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used • Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign sure the equipment is in safe working condition. objects. • Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter • Always refer to the Operator's Manual for important details if the snow thrower is to be stored for an extended period. garments. Avoid loose fitting clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces. • Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. • Do not attempt to clear snow from a gravel or crushed rock surface. • Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent This product is intended for use only on paved surfaces. freeze-up of the rotor blades. • Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor is running (except when specifically recommended by manufacturer). SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS • 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 machine. Safety and Instructional Decals Operation Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged or lost decals. • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times. • Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic. • After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, remove the ignition key, thoroughly inspect the snow thrower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow thrower. • If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. • Stop the motor whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the rotor blade housing or discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections. • When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the snow thrower, stop the motor and make certain that the rotor blades and all moving parts have stopped. • Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes. • Never operate the snow thrower without proper guards and other safety protective devices in place and working. • Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur. Keep children and others away. • Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate. • Look behind and use care when backing up with the snow thrower. • Disengage power to the rotor blades when snow thrower is transported or not in use. • Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run. 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 snow throwers. Never use your hand to clean out the discharge chute. To clear the chute: • Shut the motor off! • Wait 10 seconds to be sure the rotor blades have stopped rotating. • Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands. 112-1597 2