Operator's Manual

ManualsBrandsToro ManualsOutdoors24 in. 24-Volt Max Lithium-Ion Cordless Hedge Trimmer

FormNo.3379-707RevA

24inCordlessHedgeTrimmer

ModelNo.51496—SerialNo.314000001andUp

ModelNo.51496T—SerialNo.314000001andUp

Operator'sManual

Model51496Tdoesnotincludeabatteryoracharger.

Ifyouhavequestionsorproblems,contactusatwww.Toro.comor

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

returningthisproduct.

GeneralPowerTool

SafetyWarnings

WARNING

CALIFORNIA

Proposition65Warning

Thisproductcontainsachemicalorchemicals

knowntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancer,

birthdefects,orreproductiveharm.

WARNINGReadallsafetywarningsandallinstructions.

Failuretofollowthewarningsandinstructionsmayresultin

electricshock,re,and/orseriousinjury.

Saveallwarningsandinstructionsforfuturereference.

Theterm“powertool”inallofthewarningslistedbelowrefers

toyourmains-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,useasupplyprotectedbyaresidual

currentdevice(RCD)inAUSoragroundfault

interrupt(GFI)intheUSA.UseofanRCDorGFI

reducestheriskofelectricshock.

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

switchorenergisingpowertoolsthathavetheswitch

oninvitesaccidents.

D.Removeanyadjustingkeyorwrenchbeforeturning

thepowertoolon.Awrenchorakeyleftattachedto

arotatingpartofthepowertoolmayresultinpersonal

injury.

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Summary of content (8 pages)

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Form No. 3379-707 Rev A 24in Cordless Hedge Trimmer Model No. 51496—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Model No. 51496T—Serial No. 314000001 and Up Operator's Manual Model 51496T 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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E. Charging time will be increased if the battery is charged when the temperature is not between 41 to 104 degrees F (5 to 40 degrees C). E. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. F. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts. G.
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moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury. 6. Service Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained. Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings • Use both hands when operating the hedge trimmer. • Using one hand could cause loss of control and result in serious personal injury. Keep all parts of the body away from the cutter blade.
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121–7692 121–7602 Symbol Name Designation/Explanation DC Direct current Type of current A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) SPM Strokes per minute Speed of blade V Volts Voltage 4
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Setup Cut the zip-tie away from your body and remove it from the trigger handle (Figure 1). Figure 3 Figure 1 1. Zip-tie Operation 1. Auxiliary handle 4. Tongue 2. Lock switch 3. Trigger 5. Latch 3. Grasp the trigger handle (Figure 3). 4. Push the battery pack into the handle until the latch locks into place. Important: The battery pack is not fully charged when it is purchased.
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Stopping the Hedge Trimmer 3 2 1. Release the trigger switch (Figure 3). 2. Allow at least 5 seconds for the cutting blade to stop moving. Charging the Battery Pack WARNING 1 CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning G016223 WARNING: The power cord on this product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Figure 6 1. LED indicators (level of charge) 2.
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Maintenance Operating Tips • The unit is used for cutting in either direction in a slow, sweeping action from side to side. • Stand so that you are stable and balanced on both feet. Do not overreach. • • • Oiling the Trimmer Blade Note: The trimmer blade should be oiled before and after each use. Inspect and clear the area of any hidden objects. 1. Stop the motor and remove the battery. Never use the hedge trimmer near power lines, fencing, posts, buildings, or other immovable objects. 2.
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The Toro Promise - Electric Products A Two-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 two years against defects in material or workmanship when used for normal residential purposes.