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18in Electric Trimmer
Model No. 51489—Serial No. 320000001 and Up
For assistance, please see www.Toro.com/support for instructional
videos or contact 1-888-384-9939 before returning this product.
This trimmer is intended to be used by residential homeowners
to trim grass as needed outdoors. This electric power head may
be used with only Toro-approved attachments. Using this product
for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous
to you and bystanders.
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.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 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.
Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
© 2020—The Toro® Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55420
General Safety Rules
WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
Read All Instructions
The term "appliance" in all of the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) appliance or battery-operated (cordless)
appliance.
Register at www.Toro.com.
1.
Work area safety
A.
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
B.
Do not operate appliances in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Appliances create sparks,
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
C.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating
an appliance. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
2.
Electrical safety
A.
Appliance plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) appliances..
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.
B.
Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces. There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
C.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling, or unplugging the appliance. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of
electric shock.
D.
Do not expose appliances to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering an appliance will increase the risk of
electric shock.
E.
When operating an appliance outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
F.
Disconnect the plug from the power source when
the appliance is not in use.
3.
Personal safety
A.
Stay alert; watch what you are doing, and use
common sense when operating an appliance. Do
not use an appliance while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A
Original Instructions (EN)
Printed in China
All Rights Reserved
Form No. 3441-470 Rev C
Operator's Manual
*3441-470*
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Summary of Contents for Toro 51489
- Page 1 This trimmer is intended to be used by residential homeowners to trim grass as needed outdoors. This electric power head may be used with only Toro-approved attachments. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic to you and bystanders.
- Page 2 moment of inattention while operating appliances may Keep guards in place and in working order. result in serious personal injury. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection Use personal protective equipment. Always wear should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be eye protection.
- Page 3 Extension Cord WARNING Using an incorrect extension cord may result in electric shock. Use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor use, such as an extension cord of cord type SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A Use only three-wire extension cords that have three-prong grounding plugs and grounding receptacles that accept the appliance’s plug.
- Page 4 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 Alternating current Type of current AMPS or A Amperes Current Hertz...
- Page 5 Setup Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Install the square shaft of the string trimmer attachment into the square shaft of the power head (A of Figure Align the locking button on the lower shaft with the slotted hole on the upper shaft and slide the 2 shafts together (B and C Figure Note: The locking button clicks into the slotted hole when the shafts are secured (C of...
- Page 6 Installing the Auxiliary Handle Parts needed for this procedure: Auxiliary handle assembly Procedure Loosen and remove the wing nut and bolt from the auxiliary handle assembly. Line up the auxiliary handle with the upper trimmer shaft (B of Figure Secure the auxiliary handle to the upper trimmer shaft with the wing nut and bolt previously removed (B of Figure g330926 Figure 2...
- Page 7 Installing the Guard Parts needed for this procedure: Guard Washer Bolt Procedure Align the trimmer guard beneath the guard mount as shown in Figure g333216 Figure 3 1. Guard mount 3. Washer 2. Trimmer guard 4. Bolt Secure the guard to the trimmer using the 4 washers and 4 bolts as shown in Figure...
- Page 8 Operation Connecting to a Power Source WARNING A loose plug could lead to overheating and cause a fire, possibly burning you or others. Ensure that you fully seat the cord on the inlet plug and secure the connection. Do not use a damaged cord. Take a loop of the cord and insert it into the opening in the rear of the string trimmer (A of Figure...
- Page 9 Starting the Trimmer Advancing the Line Manually To start the trimmer, press down on the lock-out button, then squeeze the trigger (Figure Disconnect the string trimmer from the power supply, then push the bump knob at the base of the spool retainer while pulling on the trimmer line to manually advance the line.
- Page 10 Maintenance After each use of the trimmer, complete the following: Disconnect the trimmer from the power source. Wipe the trimmer clean with a damp cloth. Do not hose the trimmer down or submerge it in water. Wipe or scrape clean any debris from the cutting-head area. Check and tighten all fasteners.
- Page 11 Service Toro has designed this product to give you years of trouble-free use. Should it need service, bring the product to your Authorized Service Dealer. Storage Store the trimmer and the extension cord indoors in a cool, dry location and out of the reach of children and animals.
- Page 12 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.