Shaft Grip; Edger Blade; Operation; Operating Position - Toro ProLine 53030 Operator's Manual

POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engine must be running to make some
carburetor adjustments.
When engine is running, Edger blade is
rotating and other parts are moving.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with rotating Edger blade or other
moving parts could cause serious personal
injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
Edger blade and other moving parts.
Keep all bystanders and pets away from
unit while making carburetor adjustments.
The Edger blade may be rotating during idle speed
adjustment. Wear the recommended personal
protective equipment and observe all safety
instructions. Keep hands and body away from the

Edger blade.

When the throttle trigger is released, the engine
should return to an idle speed between 2700 and 3300
RPM, or just below the clutch engagement speed.
The Edger blade must not rotate and the engine
should not stall (stop running) at engine idle speed.
To adjust the engine idle speed, rotate the idle speed
adjustment screw on the carburetor (Fig. 16).
Turn the idle speed screw in (clockwise) to
increase the engine idle speed.
Turn the screw out (counterclockwise) to
decrease the engine idle speed.
If idle speed adjustment is necessary, and after
adjustment the Edger blade rotates or the engine
stalls, stop using the Edger immediately!
Contact your local authorized Toro Dealer for
assistance and servicing.
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Operation

POTENTIAL HAZARD
Foreign objects can be thrown by Edger.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with thrown objects can cause
personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Never operate the Edger without the blade
shield in place.
Make sure the blade shield is correctly
positioned to shield operator from thrown
debris.
Read the Safety instructions on page 2
concerning proper use of the Edger.

Operating Position

Before using the Edger, check the following:
1. Make sure the 3mm hex wrench has been
removed from the gearcase and boss adapter
before you start the engine (Fig 12).
2. The Edger should be on the operator's right side
(Fig. 17).
3. The operator's right hand should be holding the
shaft grip, with his or her fingers on the throttle
trigger. The right arm should be slightly bent
(Fig. 17).
4. The left hand should be holding the loop handle
with the fingers and thumb fully enclosed around
the grip. The left arm should be extended.
Reposition the loop handle up or down the drive
shaft if necessary for a comfortable position
(Fig. 17).
5. The Edger weight should be evenly distributed
between the arms (Fig. 17).