Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsOutdoors14 in. 5 Amp Corded String Trimmer

FormNo.3424-776RevE

14inElectricTrimmer

ModelNo.51480A—SerialNo.320000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Ifyouhavequestionsorproblems,calltollfree1-888-367-6631

(US),1-888-430-1687(Canada),or1-800-450-9350(Mexico)before

returningthisproduct.

Thistrimmerisintendedtobeusedbyresidentialhomeowners

totrimgrassasneededoutdoors.Thistrimmermayonlyuse

Toro-approvedattachments.Usingthisproductforpurposes

otherthanitsintendedusecouldprovedangeroustoyouand

bystanders.

Readthisinformationcarefullytolearnhowtooperateand

maintainyourproductproperlyandtoavoidinjuryandproduct

damage.Youareresponsibleforoperatingtheproductproperly

andsafely.

Visitwww.Toro.comforproductsafetyandoperationtraining

materials,accessoryinformation,helpndingadealer,orto

registeryourproduct.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Thepowercordonthisproductcontains

lead,achemicalknowntotheState

ofCaliforniatocausebirthdefects

orotherreproductiveharm.Wash

handsafterhandling.

Useofthisproductmaycauseexposure

tochemicalsknowntotheStateof

Californiatocausecancer,birthdefects,

orotherreproductiveharm.

GeneralSafetyRules

WARNING:Whenusingelectricgardeningappliances,basic

safetyprecautionsshouldalwaysbefollowedtoreducetheriskof

re,electricshock,andpersonalinjury,includingthefollowing:

READALL

INSTRUCTIONS

Theterm“powertool”inallofthewarningsreferstoyour

mains-operated(corded)powertoolorbattery-operated(cordless)

powertool.

1.Workareasafety

A.Keepworkareacleanandwelllit.Clutteredordark

areasinviteaccidents.

B.Donotoperatepowertoolsinexplosive

atmospheres,suchasinthepresenceofammable

liquids,gases,ordust.Powertoolscreatesparks,

whichmayignitethedustorfumes.

C.Keepchildrenandbystandersawaywhileoperating

apowertool.Distractionscancauseyoutolose

control.

2.Electricalsafety

A.Powertoolplugsmustmatchtheoutlet.Never

modifythepluginanyway.Donotuseany

adapterplugswithearthed(grounded)powertools..

Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswillreducerisk

ofelectricshock.

B.Avoidbodycontactwithearthedorgrounded

surfaces.Thereisanincreasedriskofelectricshockif

yourbodyisearthedorgrounded.

C.Donotabusethecord.Neverusethecordfor

carrying,pulling,orunpluggingthepowertool.

Keepcordawayfromheat,oil,sharpedges,or

movingparts.Damagedorentangledcordsincrease

theriskofelectricshock.

D.Donotexposepowertoolstorainorwetconditions.

Waterenteringapowertoolwillincreasetheriskof

electricshock.

E.Whenoperatingapowertooloutdoors,usean

extensioncordsuitableforoutdooruse.Useofa

cordsuitableforoutdoorusereducestheriskofelectric

shock.

F.Disconnecttheplugfromthepowersourcewhen

theapplianceisnotinuse.

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Summary of content (12 pages)

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Form No. 3424-776 Rev E 14in Electric Trimmer Model No. 51480A—Serial No. 320000001 and Up Operator's Manual If you have questions or problems, call toll free 1-888-367-6631 (US), 1-888-430-1687 (Canada), or 1-800-450-9350 (Mexico) before returning this product. This trimmer is intended to be used by residential homeowners to trim grass as needed outdoors. This trimmer may only use Toro-approved attachments.
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3. Personal safety A. B. C. D. 4. Power tool use and care A. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. B. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. C. Dress properly. Tie back long hair and do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
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polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. 5. 6. with the instructions, and physically capable to operate or service the device.
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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. Symbol Name Explanation AC Alternating current Type of current A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) rpm Revolutions per minute Speed of string V Volts Voltage Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure 1 2 3 4 Description Auxiliary handle Latch Brace Guard Phillips screw 1 1 1 1 1 Edge guard 1 Install the edge guard. No parts required – Adjust the trimmer height and the base position. 1 Installing the Auxiliary Handle Parts needed for this procedure: 1. 1 Auxiliary handle 1 Latch 1 Brace Position the auxiliary handle on the shaft of the trimmer with the smooth surface facing you (Figure 1).
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2 3 Installing the Guard Installing the Edge Guard Parts needed for this procedure: Parts needed for this procedure: 1 Guard 1 Phillips screw 1 Edge guard Procedure Procedure 1. Insert the ends of the edge guard into the holes in the trimmer housing as shown in Figure 3. Slide the guard onto the trimmer base as shown in Figure 2. g015656 Figure 2 1. Phillips screw 2. Guard g017621 Figure 3 2. Secure the guard using the Phillips screw. 1.
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4 Adjusting the Trimmer Height and Base Position No Parts Required Procedure • To adjust the auxiliary handle height, release the auxiliary handle latch, slide the auxiliary handle up or down to the desired height, then secure the auxiliary handle in place by closing the auxiliary latch (Figure 4). g015655 Figure 4 1. Auxiliary handle 3. Height-adjustment latch 2.
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Starting the Trimmer Operation To start the trimmer, slide the lock switch back to the ON position, then squeeze the trigger (Figure 7). Connecting to a Power Source WARNING If you do not fully seat the extension cord on the inlet plug, the loose plug could lead to overheating and cause a fire, possibly burning you or others. Ensure that you fully seat the cord on the plug and use the cord lock feature to secure the cord. NOTICE! Do not use a damaged cord.
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Advancing the Line Edging Note: To convert the trimmer to an edger, press the rotator button and rotate the head as shown in Figure 9. The trimmer is equipped with an auto-feed head. 1. With the trimmer running, release the switch trigger. 2. Wait 2 seconds, then press the switch trigger. Note: The line extends approximately 6 mm (1/4 inch) with each stop and start of the switch trimmer until the line reaches the length of the grass deflector blade. 3. Resume trimming.
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Maintenance Operating Tips • Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. • The string trimmer cuts when passing the unit from left to right. This avoids throwing debris at you. • Use the tip of the string to do the cutting; do not force the string head into uncut grass. • Using the trimmer along wire and picket fences, stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood can cause the line to rapidly wear and even break.
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5. Install the new spool so that the string ends align with the eyelets in the string head, and thread the string ends through the eyelets. 6. Pull the strings extending from the string head so that the strings release from the slots in the spool. 7. Install the spool retainer by pressing the tabs into the slots and pushing down on the spool until the spool retainer clicks into place. Service Toro has designed this product to give you years of trouble-free use.
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California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into California.