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Form No. 3379-824 Rev A Walk-Behind Rotary Broom Model No. 23740—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 38700—Serial No. 314000001 and Up G021738 *3379-824* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
You are responsible for operating the machine properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for machine and accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to register your machine.
Safety – Replace gasoline caps securely and wipe up spilled fuel. • Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor temperatures Read and understand the contents of this manual before before starting to clear snow. the engine is ever started. This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you Operation to potential personal injury hazards.
• Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates, or other safety protective devices in place. • Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of machine (such as wheel weights, counterweights, cabs, etc.). Clearing a Clogged Broom WARNING The rotating broom could cause serious injury.
Slope Indicator G011841 Figure 3 1. The maximum slope you can safely operate the machine on is 10°. Use the slope indicator to determine the degree of slope of hills before operating. Do not operate this machine on a slope greater than 10°. Fold along the appropriate line to match the recommended slope.
Safety and Instructional Decals Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged decals. 116-8505 112-9028 1. Explosion/Fire hazard–Read the Operator’s Manual. Stop engine before filling fuel tank. Leave 5/8 inch (16mm) at top 1. Warning—stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in of tank for fuel expansion-Do Not overfill tank.
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116-7370 1. Warning-Read the Operator’s Manual. Do Not operate this 4. Warning-Stop engine and remove spark plug before adjusting, machine unless you are trained. Stay away from moving servicing, or cleaning machine and attachments. Before parts; keep all guards in place. leaving the operator’s position, disengage broom, traction drive, and stop engine.
Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or Figure 6 Distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved 1. Wheel clutch lever 4. Traction drive lever attachments and accessories.
Operation DANGER When fueling, under certain circumstances, a static Fueling the Machine charge can develop, igniting the gasoline. A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others • Fuel tank capacity: 4.1 L (1.0 US gal) and damage property. •...
Operating the Engine Positioning the Air-cleaner Cover for Cold or Warm Air Temperature Important: Running engine with air-cleaner cover positioned for cold weather operation in normal conditions can damage engine. The air-cleaner cover has 2 position: the cold- or normal-ambient air positions: Adjust the air-cleaner cover as follows: •...
Checking the Traction Cable (page 22) and Adjusting the Traction Cable (page 22) or contact your authorized Toro dealer. Driving Forward Figure 13 1. Place the speed selector lever to the desired forward position, making sure it locks in the notch (Figure 11).
Carefully check the broom height and adjust it machine rearward without stopping to shift it into a reverse properly or contact your authorized Toro dealer. gear. It also allows you to maneuver and transport the machine more easily when the engine is not running.
• If the engine slows down under a load or the 3. Wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the wheels slip, shift the machine into a lower gear. operating position. • If the front of the machine rides up, shift the 4.
Transporting the Machine 3. Push the lever down with the thumb of your right hand (Figure 6). WARNING 4. Squeeze the left wheel-clutch lever to the handle and push the broom housing to the desired angle. Using ramps that are not strong enough or properly Note: The broom can rotate 19°...
• Have an authorized service dealer inspect and replace the traction-drive belt, if necessary. Important: You can find more information about maintaining and servicing your machine at www.Toro.com. Important: Refer to your engine operator's manual for additional maintenance procedures. For engine adjustments,...
Pre Maintenance Procedures 2. Remove the belt cover and the engine shield. 3. Move the speed-selector lever to the R2 position. 1. Move the machine to a level surface. 4. Dip a long, clean, small-tipped paint brush in 2. Shut off the engine and allow it to cool. automotive engine oil and lightly lubricate the hex shaft 3.
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Service Interval: Before each use or daily 2. Paper air filter 5. Latch on the air-cleaner cover (2) Engine Oil Type: Toro 4–Cycle Premium Engine Oil 3. Foam pre-cleaner Use high-quality detergent oils (including synthetic) of API (American Petroleum Institute) service class SJ or higher.
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Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 5 hours Every 100 hours (more frequently in severe conditions). Oil capacity: 0.60 L (0.63 qt) Note: Drain the engine oil while the engine is warm. 1. Place a pan under drain fitting and remove the oil-drain cap (Figure 25).
4. Examine the plug for wear and damage (Figure 26). Important: Replace a cracked, fouled, or dirty spark plug. Do not clean the electrodes, because grit entering the cylinder can damage the engine. G019300 Figure 26 1. Ground electrode 3. Insulator 2.
Drive System Maintenance 1. Loosen the jam nut (Figure 30). 2. Loosen or tighten the turnbuckle to adjust the pin until Checking the Tire Pressure it is the proper gap from the front edge of the slot (Figure 30). Service Interval: Every 50 hours 3.
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4. Support the spline shaft on either side of the gearbox. 5. Stand the broom core assembly on end so that the removable end retainer plate faces upward (Figure 34). Figure 32 1. Nut 2. Shear pin 4. If the shear pin is damaged, remove the pin, replace it, and secure the it with a nut.
3. Adjust the turnbuckle until the gap between the broom the pulley shield. clutch assembly and the tab is 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) (Figure 35). 4. Tighten the jam nut. 5. If the broom cable is properly adjusted but a problem remains, contact your Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
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Note: Ensure that the belt is not twisted. 4. Align the spacer between the engine and the pulley shined and align the holes in the spacer, engine, and shield (Figure 38). 5. Secure the pulley guide to the machine with the bolts and washers (Figure 38) that you removed in step 2 of Removing the Broom-drive Belt (page 24).
Maintaining the Chassis 6. Slip the traction belt out of the groove of the traction pulley and up between the pulley and the friction wheel (Figure 42). Checking for Loose Hardware Service Interval: Before each use or daily 1. Visually inspect the machine for any loose missing hardware or any other possible problem.
90 days. 12. Clean the machine thoroughly. 13. Touch up chipped surfaces with paint available from an Authorized Toro Service Dealer. Sand affected areas before painting, and use a rust preventative to prevent the metal parts from rusting. 14. Tighten all loose screws, bolts, and locknuts. Repair or replace any damaged parts.
3. The engine pulley or idler pulley is 3. Tighten the appropriate pulley. loose. 4. The engine pulley is damaged. 4. Contact an Authorized Toro Service dealer. 5. The belt is damaged. 5. Install a new belt. The broom does not stop when the drive 1.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The broom wears out prematurely. 1. You are using the incorrect broom 1. Adjust the broom height. height. The speed selector is difficult to move or 1. The hex shaft needs lubrication. 1. Lubricate the hex shaft. frozen in place.
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Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company. Australian Consumer Law: Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.