Operating The Engine - Toro 38701 Operator's Manual

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Do not operate the machine near glass enclosures,
automobiles, window wells, drop offs, etc. without
properly adjusting the broom discharge angle.
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Do not operate the machine without good visibility
or light.
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Look behind and use care when backing up the
machine.
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Exercise extreme caution when operating the
machine on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
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Never attempt to make any adjustments while
the engine is running, except as directed in the
instructions.
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After striking a foreign object, shut off the engine,
and inspect the machine for damage. Repair any
damage before starting the machine.
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If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, shut off
the engine and check immediately for the cause.
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Do not run the engine indoors, except when
starting it and for moving the machine in or out of
the building; exhaust fumes are dangerous.
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Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow, dirt, or thatch at too fast
of a rate.
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Shut off the engine whenever you leave the
operating position, before unclogging the
broom housing, and when making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections.
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Before clearing the broom, park the machine
on level ground, shut off the engine, wait for
all moving parts to stop, and disconnect the
spark-plug wire(s). Sharp objects can become
entangled in the bristles. Wear gloves and use
caution when cleaning out the broom of foreign
objects; do not use your bare hands.
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Never operate the machine at high transport
speeds on slippery surfaces.
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Use only attachments and accessories approved
by the manufacturer of the machine.

Operating the Engine

Positioning the Air-Cleaner Cover
for Cold or Warm Air Temperature
Important:
Running the engine with the
air-cleaner cover positioned for cold-weather
operation in normal conditions can damage the
engine.
The air-cleaner cover has 2 positions: the cold or
normal, ambient air positions:
Adjust the air-cleaner cover as follows:
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When operating in a cold ambient air condition
(cold air temperature and humidity)—position the
air-cleaner cover with snowflake decal facing out
(Figure 10).
Note:
Use this position if your machine exhibits
carburetor icing. Symptoms include the engine
runs rough at idle or low speed, and it discharges
black or white smoke in the exhaust.
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When operating in a normal ambient air
condition—position the air-cleaner cover with sun
decal facing out
Note:
Use this position if your machine is not
exhibiting carburetor icing.
1. Normal ambient air
position
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(Figure 10).
Figure 10
2. Cold ambient air position
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