Toro power max 828 OE Operator's Manual page 2

Safety
Before Operating
Read and understand the contents of this
manual before operating the snowthrower
Become familiar with all controls and know
how to stop the engine quickly
Operator 's
Position
This snowthrower meets or exceeds the ISO
standard 8437 in effect at the time of production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before the engine is ever started.
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 snowthrower
could result in injury or death. To reduce this
potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
Training
• Read the operating and service instruction manual
carefully. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to
stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment.
Never allow adults to operate the equipment without
proper instruction.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.
Caution: Improper use may result in
loss of fingers, hands, or feet.
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The low-speed auger has a moving pinch
point close to the opening.
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There is a high-speed
impeller close to the
opening.
Preparation
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
• Disengage all clutches and shift into neutral before
starting the engine.
• Do not operate the equipment without wearing
adequate winter garments. Wear footwear which will
improve footing on slippery surfaces.
• Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
– Use an approved fuel container.
– Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.
– Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never
fill fuel tank indoors.
– Replace gasoline caps securely and wipe up
spilled fuel.
• Adjust the collector housing height to clear gravel
or crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the engine is running (except where specifically
recommended by manufacturer).
• Let engine and machine adjust to outdoor
temperatures before starting to clear snow.
• The operation of any powered machine can result in
foreign objects being thrown into the eyes. Always