Form No. 3441-966 Rev C Flex-Force Power System™ 60V Pole Saw Model No. 51870—Serial No. 321000001 and Up Model No. 51870T—Serial No. 321000001 and Up Register at www.Toro.com.
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Contents Important: With your mobile device, you can scan the QR code (if equipped) on the serial number plate to access warranty, parts, and other product information. Safety ....................................................................... 4 Safety and Instructional Decals .......................... 7 Setup ........................................................................ 9 Installing the Bar and Chain ................................ 9 Assembling the Pole Saw ..............................
Safety WARNING 5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations. 6. 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. 7. If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used.
8. VI. Pole saw safety power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation. Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations. 1. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when the saw chain is moving.
replacement bars and chains may cause chain breakage and/or kickback. surfaces such as ladders may cause a loss of balance or control of the pole saw. 11. When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for spring back. When the tension in the wood fibres is released the spring loaded limb may strike the operator and/or throw the pole saw out of control. 12. Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings.
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. decal139-5342 139-5342 decal144-3098 144-3098 decal139-5345 139-5345 1.
decal137-9461 137-9461 1. Battery charge status decal140-8475 140-8475 1. Read the Operator’s Manual. 2. Call2Recycle® battery recycling program 3. Keep away from open fire or flames. 4. Do not expose to rain.
Setup Note: The battery pack is not fully charged when it is purchased. Before using the machine for the first time, refer to Charging the Battery Pack (page 16). Installing the Bar and Chain DANGER Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury. • Remove the battery pack before adjusting or maintaining the pole saw. • Always wear gloves when adjusting or maintaining the pole saw. 1. Place the pole saw on a flat surface and do not install the battery pack. 2.
Assembling the Pole Saw 1. Unfold the sections of the handle (Figure 4). g334227 Figure 4 1. Handle pole section 3. Saw pole section 2. Middle pole section 2. Align the locking button on the middle pole section with the slotted hole at the end of the handle pole section and slide the 2 shafts together (Figure 5). Note: The locking button clicks into the slotted hole when the shafts are secured 3. Use the provided wrench to secure these 2 sections of the pole together (E of Figure 5). 4.
g334497 Figure 5 Adding Bar and Chain Oil to the Pole Saw Important: Use only bar and chain oil (sold separately). Fill the pole saw with bar and chain oil before first operation; refer to Checking the Oil Level and Adding Bar and Chain Oil (page 17).
Specifications Product Overview g334532 Model 51870/51870T Bar Length (with 88619 and 88621 equipped) 25.4 cm (10 inches) Chain Gauge (with 88619 and 88621 equipped) 0.050 inches Chain Pitch (with 88619 and 88621 equipped) 1/4 inch Chain Length (with 88619 and 88621 equipped) 58 links Rated Voltage 60V DC maximum, 54 VDC nominal usage Weight (without a battery) 4.
Operation Before Using the Pole Saw Before using the pole saw, do the following: • Check the chain tension; refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension (page 18). • Clean the pole saw components, inspect them for excessive wear or damage, and replace them as needed; refer to Servicing the Guide Bar, Chain, and Drive Sprocket (page 19). g334268 Figure 9 • Check the chain for sharpness and damage, and sharpen or replace as needed; refer to Sharpening the Chain (page 21). 4.
Cutting with the Pole Saw chain lightly against the wood and allow the weight of the pole saw to drive the cutting (Figure 11). WARNING Important: If the chain binds in the cut, do not attempt to free it by running the motor. Shut off the pole saw, remove the battery, and lift the limb while holding the saw; this should release the pinch and free the pole saw. Operating a pole saw improperly can cause serious personal injury or death.
Pruning a Tree WARNING Cutting higher limbs from a tree off the ground can put you in an unstable position that could be unsafe for you while handling a pole saw, resulting in possible serious personal injury or death to you or bystanders. When cutting limbs from a standing tree, use the following practices: • Do not climb on limbs or branches with a pole saw. • Do not overreach, and cut with both hands on the pole saw.
Charging the Battery Pack 5. Important: The battery pack is not fully charged when you purchase it. Before using the tool for the first time, place the battery pack in the charger and charge it until the LED display indicates the battery pack is fully charged. Read all safety precautions. Refer to the following table to interpret the LED indicator light on the battery charger.
Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Before each use or daily Maintenance Procedure • • • • • Check the oil level and add bar and chain oil if necessary. Check that oil is flowing to the chain. Check the chain tension and adjust it if necessary. Ensure that the bar is straight and undamaged Check the chain for sharpness; contact an Authorized Service Dealer to have the chain sharpened or replaced.
1. Place the pole saw on a level surface and remove the battery pack; refer to Removing the Battery Pack (page 15). 2. Allow the saw chain to cool. Important: Do not tension a hot chain; it may contract as it cools, resulting in an overtightened chain. 3. Inspect the guide bar for bends or damage, replace if necessary. 4. Turn the bar cover knob counterclockwise to loosen the bar cover, but do not remove it (Figure 17). g334557 Figure 16 1. Run the pole saw a few inches from a surface. 3. 2.
5. Servicing the Guide Bar, Chain, and Drive Sprocket Adjust the chain tension using the chain tensioning screw (Figure 18), and then secure the side cover to the pole saw by turning the bar cover knob clockwise before checking the tension (Figure 17). Yearly or before storage • To tighten the chain, turn the chain DANGER tensioning screw clockwise. Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury. • Remove the battery pack before adjusting or maintaining the pole saw.
8. Installing the Guide Bar and Chain Clean the guide bar and chain; use a wire or a small flat-head screwdriver to remove dirt and debris from the groove along the edge of the guide bar, starting from the sprocket on the front end and moving rearward. DANGER Ensure that the oil channel in the bar that aligns with the oil outlet on the pole saw is clean so that oil can flow freely to the chain (Figure 20). Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury.
Sharpening the Chain Storage Yearly or before storage Important: Store the machine, battery pack, and A sharp chain ensures better cutting performance and longer battery life. charger only in temperatures that are within the appropriate range; refer to Specifications (page 12). The chain needs to be sharpened or replaced if you must force it onto the wood, or if it produces sawdust instead of full wood chips.
Troubleshooting Perform only the steps described in these instructions. All further inspection, maintenance, and repair work must be performed by an authorized service center or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself. Problem The pole saw does not run or does not run continuously. Possible Cause 1. The battery pack is low on charge. 1. Charge the battery pack. 2. The battery pack is not fully seated. 2.
Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The LED indicator light on the battery charger is red. 1. The battery charger and/or battery pack is over or under the appropriate temperature range. 1. Unplug the battery charger and move the battery charger and battery pack to a place where it is dry and the temperature is between 5°C (41°F) and 40°C (104°F). The LED indicator light on the battery charger is blinking red. 1. There is an error in the communication between the battery pack and the charger. 1.
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