Toro Power Clear 821 QZE Operator's Manual

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Power Clear
Model No. 38757—Serial No. 400000000 and Up

Introduction

This machine is intended to be used by residential
homeowners. It is designed primarily for removing
snow from paved surfaces, such as driveways and
sidewalks, and other surfaces for traffic on residential
or commercial properties. It is not designed for
removing materials other than snow, nor is it designed
for clearing gravel surfaces.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product properly and to avoid
injury and product damage. You are responsible for
operating the product properly and safely.
Visit www.Toro.com for product safety and operation
training materials, accessory information, help finding
a dealer, or to register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or
additional information, contact an Authorized Service
Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model
and serial numbers of your product ready.
identifies the location of the model and serial numbers
on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
Important:
With your mobile device, you can
scan the QR code on the serial number decal (if
equipped) to access warranty, parts, and other
product information.
1. Model and serial number location
© 2019—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
®
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Register at www.Toro.com.
821 QZE Snowthrower
Model No.
Serial No.
This manual identifies potential hazards and has
safety messages identified by the safety-alert symbol
(Figure
2), which signals a hazard that may cause
serious injury or death if you do not follow the
recommended precautions.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Important:
1500 m (5,000 ft) for a continuous period, ensure
that the High Altitude Kit has been installed
so that the engine meets CARB/EPA emission
regulations. The High Altitude Kit increases
engine performance while preventing spark-plug
fouling, hard starting, and increased emissions.
Once you have installed the kit, attach the
high-altitude label next to the serial decal on the
machine. Contact any Authorized Toro Service
Dealer to obtain the proper High Altitude Kit and
high-altitude label for your machine. To locate
a dealer convenient to you, access our website
at www.Toro.com or contact our Toro Customer
Care Department at the number(s) listed in your
Emission Control Warranty Statement. Remove
the kit from the engine and restore the engine to
its original factory configuration when running the
engine under 1500 m (5,000 ft). Do not operate an
engine that has been converted for high-altitude
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use at lower altitudes; otherwise, you could
overheat and damage the engine.
If you are unsure whether or not your machine has
been converted for high-altitude use, look for the
following label
Form No. 3432-444 Rev A
Operator's Manual
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
If you are using this machine above
(Figure
3).
Original Instructions (EN)
All Rights Reserved *3432-444* A
Printed in Mexico
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Summary of Contents for Toro Power Clear 821 QZE

  • Page 1: Introduction

    This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. additional information, contact an Authorized Service Important calls attention to special mechanical Dealer or Toro Customer Service and have the model information and Note emphasizes general information and serial numbers of your product ready.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction ............... 1 Safety ............... 3 General Safety ........... 3 Safety and Instructional Decals ......4 decal127-9363 Setup ................ 5 Figure 3 1 Unfolding the Handle ........5 2 Installing the Recoil-Start Guide and Rope ............... 5 3 Installing the Discharge Chute ......5 WARNING 4 Filling the Engine with Oil .........
  • Page 3: Safety

    Safety This machine has been designed in accordance with ANSI/OPEI B71.3 specifications. General Safety This product is capable of amputating hands and feet and of throwing objects. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious personal injury. • Read and understand the contents of this Operator’s Manual before you start the engine.
  • Page 4: Safety And Instructional Decals

    Safety and Instructional Decals 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. decal94-2577 94-2577 1. To engage the rotor blades, hold the control bar against the handle.
  • Page 5: Setup

    Setup Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure g287663 Installing the Recoil-Start Guide and Rope No Parts Required Procedure g286483...
  • Page 6: Installing The Discharge Chute

    Installing the Discharge Chute No Parts Required Procedure g262492 Filling the Engine with Oil No Parts Required Procedure g286445...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product Overview Adjusting the Control Cable No Parts Required Procedure Refer to Checking and Adjusting the Control Cable (page 15). g280271 Figure 8 1. Chute deflector 5. Quick Shoot™ control 2. Chute-deflector trigger 6. Oil-drain plug 3. Fuel-tank cap 7. Oil fill/dipstick 4.
  • Page 8: Operation

    Contact General Safety your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all • For electric-start models only: Use extension approved attachments and accessories.
  • Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Filling the Fuel Tank • For best results, use only clean, fresh (less than 30 days old), unleaded gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher ((R+M)/2 rating method). • Oxygenated fuel with up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE by volume is acceptable.
  • Page 10: Checking The Engine-Oil Level

    Checking the Engine-Oil Level Service Interval: Before each use or daily—Check the engine-oil level and add oil if necessary. g293393 Figure 11...
  • Page 11: During Operation

    During Operation • Do not operate the machine without good visibility or light. • Look behind and use care when backing up the During Operation Safety machine. • When not actively clearing snow, disengage power General Safety to the auger. •...
  • Page 12 CAUTION If you leave the machine plugged into a power source, someone can inadvertently start the machine and injure people or damage property (electric-start models only). Unplug the power cord whenever you are not starting the machine. g293708 Figure 12 Using Recoil Start Note: Remove your glove when you push in the primer so that air cannot escape from the primer hole.
  • Page 13: Engaging The Rotor Blades

    Engaging the Rotor Blades Shutting Off the Engine To engage the rotor blades, hold the control bar To shut off the engine, remove the key from the against the handle (Figure 14). ignition. Adjusting the Discharge Chute and Chute Deflector To adjust the discharge chute, press the trigger of the Quick Shoot™...
  • Page 14: Clearing A Clogged Discharge Chute

    After Operation After Operation Safety General Safety • Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel g006398 tank inside a building where ignition sources are Figure 17 present, such as hot water heaters, space heaters, or clothes dryers. Allow the engine to cool before 1.
  • Page 15: Maintenance

    • Do not change the governor settings on the engine. Note: Ensure that a 2 to 3 mm (1/16 to 1/8 inch) Purchase only genuine Toro replacement parts gap exists between the control bar and the handle and accessories. (Figure 18).
  • Page 16: Inspecting The Rotor Blades

    Adjusting the Control Cable Slide up the spring cover and unhook the spring from the adjuster link (Figure 19). g006587 Figure 20 1. Remove the upper end of 3. Pivot point spring from this hole. 2. Insert the upper end of 4.
  • Page 17: Changing The Engine Oil

    Changing the Engine Oil Service Interval: After the first 2 hours Yearly If possible, run the engine for a few minutes before changing the oil to warm it. Warm oil flows better and carries more contaminants. Engine Oil Specifications Engine oil capacity 0.95 L (32 fl oz)* g006316 Figure 23...
  • Page 18: Replacing The Spark Plug

    Replacing the spark plug while the engine is hot can result in burns. Wait until the engine is cool to replace the spark plug. Use a Toro spark plug or equivalent (Champion® RN9YC or NGK BPR6ES). Remove the boot (Figure...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Quick Shoot Control

    Note: The concave side of the curved washer goes against the outside of the pulley. Install the brake spring onto the idler arm (Figure 29). Install the drive-belt cover with the bolts that you removed in step 1. Note: Ensure that the drive belt is properly adjusted and operating;...
  • Page 20 Position the Quick Shoot control between the 2 arrows located on the right side of the upper handle (Figure 32). g286565 Figure 34 g006405 1. Lower cable casing Figure 32 1. Arrows Pull the upper cable casing forward until you remove the slack in the cable, and tighten the Rotate the discharge chute so that it faces screw on the upper cable clamp securely...
  • Page 21: Storage

    Storage With the key removed, pull the recoil-start handle slowly to distribute the oil on the inside of the cylinder. Storage Safety Clean the machine. • Shut off the engine, remove the key, and wait Touch up chipped surfaces with paint available for all movement to stop before you leave the from an Authorized Service Dealer.
  • Page 22 Notes:...
  • Page 23 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.

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