Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsKitchen13 in. 48-Volt Shaft Dual Line Trimmer

FormNo.3380-514RevB

13inCordlessTrimmer

ModelNo.51488—SerialNo.313005001andUp

ModelNo.51488T—SerialNo.313005001andUp

Operator'sManual

Model51488Tdoesnotincludeabatteryoracharger.

Ifyouhavequestionsorproblems,contactusatwww.Toro.comor

calltollfree1-800-237-2654(US)or1-800-248-3258(Canada)before

returningthisproduct.

GeneralSafetyRules

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Thisproductcontainsachemicalorchemicals

knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,

birthdefects,orreproductiveharm.

WARNING:Whenusingelectricgardeningappliances,basic

safetyprecautionsshouldalwaysbefollowedtoreducetheriskof

re,electricshock,andpersonalinjury,includingthefollowing:

Readallinstructions.

Theterm“powertool”inallofthewarningsreferstoyour

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

powertool.

1.Workareasafety

A.Keepworkareacleanandwelllit.Clutteredordark

areasinviteaccidents

B.Donotoperatepowertoolsinexplosive

atmospheres,suchasinthepresenceofammable

liquids,gasesordust.Powertoolscreatesparks

whichmayignitethedustorfumes.

C.Keepchildrenandbystandersawaywhileoperating

apowertool.Distractionscancauseyoutolose

control.

2.Electricalsafety

A.Powertoolplugsmustmatchtheoutlet.Never

modifythepluginanyway.Donotuseany

adapterplugswithearthed(grounded)powertools.

Unmodiedplugsandmatchingoutletswillreducerisk

ofelectricshock.

B.Avoidbodycontactwithearthedorgrounded

surfacessuchaspipes,radiators,rangesand

refrigerators.Thereisanincreasedriskofelectric

shockifyourbodyisearthedorgrounded.

C.Donotexposepowertoolstorainorwetconditions.

Waterenteringapowertoolwillincreasetheriskof

electricshock.

D.Donotabusethecord.Neverusethecordfor

carrying,pullingorunpluggingthepowertool.

Keepcordawayfromheat,oil,sharpedgesor

movingparts.Damagedorentangledcordsincrease

theriskofelectricshock.

E.Whenoperatingapowertooloutdoors,usean

extensioncordsuitableforoutdooruse.Useofa

cordsuitableforoutdoorusereducestheriskofelectric

shock.

F.Ifoperatingapowertoolinadamplocationis

unavoidable,usearesidualcurrentdevice(RCD)

protectedsupply.UseofanRCDreducestheriskof

electricshock.

3.Personalsafety

A.Stayalert,watchwhatyouaredoinganduse

commonsensewhenoperatingapowertool.Do

notuseapowertoolwhileyouaretiredorunderthe

inuenceofdrugs,alcoholormedication.Amoment

ofinattentionwhileoperatingpowertoolsmayresult

inseriouspersonalinjury.

B.Usepersonalprotectiveequipment.Alwayswear

eyeprotection.Protectiveequipmentsuchasdust

mask,non-skidsafetyshoes,hardhat,orhearing

protectionusedforappropriateconditionswillreduce

personalinjuries.

C.Preventunintentionalstarting.Ensuretheswitch

isintheoff-positionbeforeconnectingtopower

sourceand/orbatterypack,pickinguporcarrying

thetool.Carryingpowertoolswithyourngeronthe

switchorenergizingpowertoolsthathavetheswitch

oninvitesaccidents.

D.Removeanyadjustingkeyorwrenchbeforeturning

thepowertoolon.Awrenchorakeyleftattachedto

thepowertoolmayresultinpersonalinjury.

E.Donotoverreach.Keepproperfootingandbalance

atalltimes.Thisenablesbettercontrolofthepower

toolinunexpectedsituations.

F.Dressproperly.Donotwearlooseclothingor

jewelry.Keepyourhair,clothingandglovesaway

frommovingparts.Looseclothes,jewelry,orlonghair

canbecaughtinmovingparts.

G.Ifdevicesareprovidedfortheconnectionofdust

extractionandcollectionfacilities,ensuretheseare

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Summary of content (16 pages)

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Form No. 3380-514 Rev B 13in Cordless Trimmer Model No. 51488—Serial No. 313005001 and Up Model No. 51488T—Serial No. 313005001 and Up Operator's Manual Model 51488T does not include a battery or a charger. If you have questions or problems, contact us at www.Toro.com or call toll free 1-800-237-2654 (US) or 1-800-248-3258 (Canada) before returning this product.
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G. Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is flammable and can cause damage if exposed to fire. connected and properly used. Use of these devices can reduce dust-related hazards. H. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area. H. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns. 4. Power tool use and care A. Do not force the power tool.
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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 lost. Symbol Name Designation/Explanation DC Direct current Type of current V Volts Voltage 125–3240 125–8298 121–7667 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate in the rain; wear eye protection. 125–3236 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate in the rain; wear eye protection.
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121–7654 121–7651 4
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Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Use Qty. 1 No parts required – 2 Guard Phillips head screw Lock washer Flat washer 1 2 2 2 Mount the guard to the base of the trimmer. 3 Wire edge guard 1 Install the edge guard. 4 Auxiliary handle Latch Brace 1 1 1 Install the auxiliary handle. 5 No parts required – Adjusting the handle height. 1 Assembling the Trimmer No Parts Required Procedure 1.
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2 Installing the Guard Parts needed for this procedure: 1 Guard 2 Phillips head screw 2 Lock washer 2 Flat washer Procedure 1. Remove the 2 Phillips head screws and 4 washers taped to the guard (Figure 3). Figure 4 2. Slide the guard onto the trimmer base as shown in Figure 3. 1. Wire edge guard Figure 3 1. Phillips head screw 3. Guard 2. Flat washer 4. Lock washer 3. Secure the guard using 2 Phillips head screws and 2 washers.
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4 5 Installing the Auxiliary Handle Adjusting the Handle Height Parts needed for this procedure: No Parts Required 1 Auxiliary handle 1 Latch 1 Brace Procedure To adjust handle height, flip the auxiliary handle latch, slide it up or down to the desired height, then secure it in place by closing the latch (Figure 6). Procedure 1. Position the auxiliary handle on the upper shaft of the trimmer with the smooth surface facing the operator (Figure 5). Figure 6 1. Auxiliary handle Figure 5 1.
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Operation 5. Slide the thumb wheel away from you to increase the motor speed, and towards you to decrease motor speed (Figure 9). Note: A higher motor speed is effective for trimming thicker grass, but will decrease the battery operation time. Use a lower motor speed to increase the operation time. Important: The battery pack is not fully charged when it is purchased.
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use any other type of lubricant as it can cause damage to the terminals. Figure 12 1. Insert battery here 3. Charge/storage mode switch 4. Power cord plug-in location 2. LED indicators Figure 11 1. Battery terminals Charging the Battery Pack Important: For best results, your battery tool should be charged in a location where the temperature is more than 5° C (41° F) but less than 40° C (104° F). To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
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Advancing the Line 5. Refer to Figure 14 to interpret the LED indicators on the battery charger. The trimmer is equipped with an auto-feed head. The line will advance 6 mm (1/4 inch) each time you stop and start the trimmer. When the line reaches the blade in the deflector, it will be cut off at that length. 1. With the trimmer running, release the switch trigger. 2. Wait two seconds to allow the trimmer head to stop rotating, then press the switch trigger. 3. Resume trimming.
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Trimming Figure 17 1. Direction of rotation 3. String path 2. Ideal cutting range Maintenance After each use of the trimmer, complete the following: 1. Remove the battery from the trimmer. 2. Wipe the trimmer clean with a damp cloth. Do not hose the trimmer down or submerge it in water. CAUTION The line cut-off blade on the deflector is sharp and can cut you. Do not use your hands to clean the deflector shield and blade. Figure 16 3.
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Replacing the Spool Replacing the String 1. Remove the battery. Use only .065 inch (1.6 mm) diameter monofilament string. Use original manufacturer’s replacement string for best performance (Toro part number 88518 and 88528). 2. Remove the spool. See Replacing the Spool (Figure 19). 1. Remove the battery. 2. Push in the tabs on the side of the spool retainer (Figure 19). Figure 20 1. Slot in upper spool flange 3. Slot in lower spool flange 2. Hole Note: Remove any old string remaining on the spool.
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Battery Pack Preparation For Recycling WARNING Upon removal, cover the battery pack's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy or disassemble the battery pack or remove any of its components. Lithium-ion batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly at the nearest battery recycling facility. Service Should this item need service, take the product to your Authorized Toro Service Dealer.
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The Toro Promise - Electric Products A Three-Year Full Warranty for Residential Use for the United States and Canada The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant this product for three years against defects in material or workmanship when used for normal residential purposes.