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- Page 1 Form No. 3424-861 Rev A PowerPlex 13in 40V MAX String Trimmer/Edger Model No. 51481—Serial No. 319000001 and Up Model No. 51481T—Serial No. 319000001 and Up *3424-861* A Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
- Page 2 You are responsible for operating the product properly and safely. You may contact Toro directly at www.Toro.com for product and accessory information, help finding a dealer, the complete warranty details, or to register your product.
- Page 3 Safety Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, unexpected situations. always follow basic safety precautions to reduce Dress properly. Do not wear loose the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury, clothing or jewelry.
- Page 4 Do not charge appliance in rain or in wet locations. Do not use battery-operated appliance in the rain. Use only the following type and size battery(ies): Toro battery Model 88540 or 88541. Remove or disconnect the battery before servicing, cleaning, or removing material from the gardening appliance.
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Page 5: Safety And Instructional Decals
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. decal136-2463 136-2463 Model 51481 decal136-2473 136-2473 decal136-2464 136-2464 Model 51481T decal138-6694 138-6694 decal136-2471... - Page 6 decal136-2482 136-2482 1. String trimmer edger decal136-2534 136-2534 1. The battery does not 4. Stop—follow these come out of the box fully instructions before first charged. use. 2. Place the battery in the 5. Read the Operator’s decal136-2484 battery charger. Manual.
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Page 7: Loose Parts
Setup Loose Parts Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped. Procedure Description Qty. – No parts required Mount the battery charger (optional). – No parts required Unfold the handle. Auxiliary handle Install the auxiliary handle. Guard Install the guard. -
Page 8: Unfolding The Handle
Unfolding the Handle No Parts Required Procedure Unfold the handle (A of Figure Press and hold the locking button on the upper shaft, align the locking button with the slotted hole on the lower shaft, and slide the 2 shafts together. Once the slotted hole on the lower shaft is past the locking button, release the locking button, and slide the lower shaft into the upper shaft until the trimmer is at the desired height (B of Figure... -
Page 9: Installing The Auxiliary Handle
Installing the Auxiliary Installing the Guard Handle Parts needed for this procedure: Guard Parts needed for this procedure: Phillips head screw Auxiliary handle Procedure Procedure Remove the 2 Phillips screws that are taped to Line up the groove along the handle with the the guard and slide the guard onto the trimmer groove on the auxiliary handle and slide the base (A of... -
Page 10: Product Overview
Product Overview Specifications Installing the Edge Guard Appropriate Temperature Ranges Charge the battery at 0°C (32°F) to 40°C (104°F)* Parts needed for this procedure: Use products at -15°C (5°F) to 60°C (140°F) Wire edge guard Store products at -15°C (5°F) to 60°C (140°F) Unplug the charger if Below 0°C (32°F) or above 40°C (104°F) -
Page 11: Operation
Shutting Off the Trimmer Operation To shut off the trimmer, release the trigger. Starting the Trimmer Whenever you are not using the trimmer or are transporting the trimmer to or from the work area, Make sure that the vents on the trimmer are remove the battery pack. -
Page 12: Charging The Battery Pack
Charging the Battery Pack Important: Read all safety precautions. Important: Charge the battery pack only in temperatures that are within the appropriate range; refer to Specifications (page 10). Note: At any time, press the battery-charge-indicator button on the battery pack to display the current charge (LED indicators). -
Page 13: Advancing The Line Manually
Advancing the Line Adjusting the Auxiliary Manually Handle Release the auxiliary-handle latch (A of Figure Remove the battery from the trimmer, then push the button at the base of the spool retainer while pulling 15). on the trimmer line to manually advance the line. Slide the auxiliary handle up or down to your desired height (B of Figure... -
Page 14: Operating Tips
Edging Operating Tips • Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; To use the trimmer as an edger, refer to the following this is the best cutting area. steps: • The string trimmer cuts when you move it from left Press the rotator button, rotate the head 90°, to right. -
Page 15: Maintenance
Replacing the Spool Use only 2 mm (0.080 inch) diameter monofilament After each use of the trimmer, complete the following: string. Use Toro Part No. 88545 replacement string for best performance. Remove the battery from the trimmer. Wipe the trimmer clean with a damp cloth. Do... -
Page 16: Replacing The String
(US and Canada only). If you are located outside of the US and Replace the spool and the spool retainer; refer Canada, please contact your authorized Toro Replacing the Spool (page 15). distributor. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
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 Possible Cause Corrective Action The tool does not start. - Page 18 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action 1 LED indicator is blinking on the battery 1. The battery pack voltage is low. 1. Place the battery pack on the charger. pack. It is difficult to remove the battery pack 1. The battery pack/tool is new or there 1.
- Page 19 While the exposure from Toro products may be negligible or well within the “no significant risk” range, out of an abundance of caution, Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to enforce Prop 65 and subject to substantial penalties.