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Form No. 3353-505 Rev. A
Trimmer/Brushcutter
Model No. 51950A—250000001 & Up
Model No. 51970A—250000001 & Up
Model No. 51990A—250000001 & Up
Operator's Manual
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual. Save this manual.
English (EN), French (FR), and Spanish (ES)
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- Page 1 Form No. 3353-505 Rev. A Trimmer/Brushcutter Model No. 51950A—250000001 & Up Model No. 51970A—250000001 & Up Model No. 51990A—250000001 & Up Operator’s Manual WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual. Save this manual. English (EN), French (FR), and Spanish (ES)
- Page 2 READ THIS INFORMATION ���� Before you use your new trimmer/brushcutter, read the following help- ful hints to get you started. Fueling DANGER: Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive. A fire or explosion from gasoline will burn you and others. Obtain a clean container that is approved for use with gasoline. Mix all of the 2-cycle oil provided with 1 US gallon of 87-octane, unleaded gasoline.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Introduction....................................4 Safety Rules ....................................5-6 Symbols ....................................6-7 Product Labels ....................................8 Features ....................................9-11 Product Specifications ................................9 Assembly....................................13-16 Unpacking....................................12 Connecting the Attachment to the Upper Shaft ........................13 Removing the Attachment from the Upper Shaft ........................13 Attaching the Front Handle..............................13 Attaching the Shoulder Strap ...............................13 Attaching the Grass Deflector..............................13 Converting from Brushcutter to Trimmer..........................15... -
Page 4: Introduction
The Toro warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are signal words that identify the level of hazard. -
Page 5: Safety Rules
Safety Rules WARNING: Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious personal injury as well as damage to the product. This product has been designed and manufactured to entangled in the cutting attachment. Clear the area meet or exceed the requirements of the current version of of children, bystanders, and pets. -
Page 6: Symbols
Safety Rules This engine is equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine without a spark arrester muffler on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass- covered land. Other states or federal areas may have similar laws. This spark ignition system complies with Canadian ICES-002. - Page 7 Symbols The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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Page 8: Product Labels
Product Labels Product labels and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace damaged or lost labels Part No. 986178-001 Part No. 984032-001 �� ������ �� ��� ������� �������� ������� ����� ������ ������ ��� ����� �... -
Page 9: Features
Features Product Specifications Engine 25.4 cc Full Crank Cutting Width Model No. 51950A 17 in. Model No. 51970A 18 in. Model No. 51990A 8 in. for brushcutter, 18 in. for trimmer Line Size .095 in. Weight Model No. 51950A 12-1/2 lbs. Model No. - Page 10 Features Know Your Trimmer/Brushcutter Brushcutter Features See Figure 1. (Model No. 51990A) Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself Blade with all operating features and safety rules. The Tri-Arc® blade allows you to brushcut weeds, vines and light brush. Common Features Brushcutter Guard Engine...
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Page 11: Features
Curved Shaft Trimmer (Model No. 51950A) Grass Front Handle Barrier Curved Shaft Grass Deflector Engine Trigger Handle Straight Shaft Trimmer (Model No. 51970A) Dual Line Front Handle Engine Straight Shaft Grass Deflector Blade Trigger Handle Brushcutter (Model No. 51990A) Front Handle Brushcutter Guard Engine... -
Page 12: Assembly
Assembly Unpacking WARNING: ■ Carefully remove the product from the box. If any parts are missing, do not operate the ■ Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage product until the missing parts are replaced. or damage occurred during shipping. Failure to do so could result in serious personal ■... -
Page 13: Connecting The Attachment To The Upper Shaft
Connecting the Attachment to the 3. Place the handle along the upper shaft to a position that allows for comfortable operation. Upper Shaft 4. Place the handle support on the bottom of the tube on See Figure 2. the opposite side of the front handle. Follow these steps to connect the attachment to the upper 5. -
Page 14: Attaching The Grass Deflector
Attaching the Grass Deflector To Attach the Straight Shaft Grass Deflector Model No. 51970A and Model No. 51990A Attaching the grass deflector differs depending on the type See Figure 6. of trimmer: curved shaft or straight shaft. Follow these steps to attach the straight shaft grass deflector. 1. -
Page 15: Converting From Brushcutter To Trimmer
Converting From Brushcutter To Trimmer Model No. 51990A To convert from the brushcutter to the trimmer, remove the Head blade, remove the brushcutter guard, attach the grass deflec- Locking Tool tor, and install the trimmer head assembly. To Remove the Blade and Brushcutter Guard See Figure 7 and Figure 8. -
Page 16: Converting From Trimmer To Brushcutter
Converting From Trimmer To Brushcutter Model No. 51990A To convert from the trimmer to the brushcutter, remove the trimmer head assembly, remove the grass deflector, attach Head the brushcutter guard, and install the blade. Locking To Remove the Trimmer Head Assembly and Grass Tool Deflector Figure 10... -
Page 17: Operation
Operation 50:1 Gasoline to Oil Mixing Chart WARNING: Gasoline Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you 1/2 US gallon 1.3 oz. careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. 1 US gallon 2.6 oz. -
Page 18: Starting The Product
WARNING: The product may throw objects during opera- tion, causing injury to the operator or to by- standers. Always wear suitable eye protection, long heavy pants, and boots while operating the product. Primer Bulb Starting/Stopping the Product See Figure 14a, Figure 14b, Figure 14c and Figure 15. To start an engine that is cold or has run dry: 1. -
Page 19: Operating The Trimmer
Operating the Trimmer Operating the trimmer differs, depending on whether you are PROPER OPERATING using the curved shaft trimmer or the straight shaft trimmer. POSITION WARNING: Always hold the string trimmer away from the body, keeping clearance between the body and the product. -
Page 20: Operating The Brushcutter
Operating the Brushcutter Curved Shaft Trimmer (Model No. 51990A) See Figure 17. Follow these steps to operate the brushcutter. Dangerous Direction of 1. Start the brushcutter. Cutting Area Rotation 2. Hold the brushcutter at waist level with your right hand (arm extended) on the trigger handle and your left hand on the front handle. -
Page 21: Maintenance
Spark Plug Replacing the Cutting Line WARNING: See Figures 20 and 21. When servicing, use only Toro replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a haz- WARNING: ard or cause product damage. Use of line other than the proper monofilament cutting line could cause personal injury. -
Page 22: Replacing The Spool
Eyelet Replacing the Spool Slotted See Figure 21. Note: For best performance, use only Toro spools (Part No. Spool AR04118). The spool may wear during normal use of the line advance feature and may require occasional replace- ment. Replacement spools are available through your Toro Figure 21 retailer. -
Page 23: Checking The Fuel Cap
See Figure 23. The spark arrester may need to be replaced after repeated WARNING: A leaking fuel cap is a fire hazard and must be use. If replacement is necessary, use Toro part number 986179001. replaced immediately. To replace the spark arrester: 1. -
Page 24: Replacing The Spark Plug
Replacing the Spark Plug Storing the Product See Figure 24. Storing the product differs depending on the amount of time it will be in storage. All model numbers included in this manual use an NGK BPMR7A or Champion RCJ-6Y spark plug. Use an Note: If the product includes another attachment, place the exact replacement and replace annually. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Engine will not start Switch set to the O (OFF) Set switch to the I (ON) position. position. Remove the spark plug. Reattach the spark No spark plug cap and lay the spark plug on the metal cylinder. -
Page 26: Warranty
Gas state. Trimmer Product or adversely affect its operation, perfor- This product is manufactured under license from The mance or durability. Toro Company by OWT Industries, Inc. Warranty... - Page 27 Warranty FEDERAL AND CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OWT Industries, Inc. specifically warrants the emissions control system of this Gas Trimmer Product in accordance with the California and Federal legal requirements described below: OWT Industries, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchasers and subsequent purchasers that the nonroad engine included with this product has been designed, built and equipped, at the time of sale, to comply with applicable EPA regulations, and that the engine is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it to fail to conform with the applicable regulations for its warranty period.
- Page 28 ALL EMISSIONS RELATED PARTS ARE WARRANTED FOR TWO YEARS OR FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME PRIOR TO THE PARTS FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product, call the Toro Help Line! ® Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure...
- Page 29 Notes...
- Page 30 Customer Service Information If your product requires service or maintenance, contact your nearest authorized service dealer. To locate your nearest authorized service dealer for this product, contact us toll free at 1-866-574-9242 (US) or 1-866-574-9243 (Canada). OWT Industries, Inc. P.O. Box 35 Highway 8 Pickens, SC 29671 983000-660...