Toro 51870T Operator's Manual
Toro 51870T Operator's Manual

Toro 51870T Operator's Manual

Flex-force power system 60v pole saw
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Original Instructions (EN)
Flex-Force Power System
Pole Saw
Model No. 51870—Serial No. 323000001 and Up
Model No. 51870T—Serial No. 323000001 and Up
Form No. 3460-241 Rev A
60V
*3460-241*

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3460-241 Rev A Flex-Force Power System ™ Pole Saw Model No. 51870—Serial No. 323000001 and Up Model No. 51870T—Serial No. 323000001 and Up *3460-241* Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
  • Page 2 This pole saw is designed for trimming small branches Model No. and limbs up to 6 inches (15.2 cm) in diameter. It is to be used only by adults. It is designed to use Toro 60V Serial No. lithium-ion battery packs. These battery packs are designed to be charged only by Toro 60V lithium-ion battery chargers.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety-Alert Symbol Contents The safety-alert symbol (Figure 2) shown in this Safety-Alert Symbol..........3 manual and on the machine identifies important safety Safety ............... 4 messages that you must follow to prevent accidents................4 ................6 Safety and Instructional Decals ......8 Setup ..............
  • Page 4: Safety

    Safety When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. WARNING If operating a power tool in a damp location Read all safety warnings, instructions, is unavoidable, use a residual current device illustrations and specifications provided with (RCD) protected supply.
  • Page 5 IV. Power tool use and care V. Battery tool use and care Do not force the power tool. Use the correct Recharge only with the charger specified by power tool for your application. The correct the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for power tool will do the job better and safer at the one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire rate for which it was designed.
  • Page 6 VII. Pole saw safety Use extreme caution when cutting brush and saplings. The slender material may catch the Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain and be whipped toward you or pull saw chain when the pole-mounted pruner is you off balance.
  • Page 7 Tip contact in some cases may cause a sudden reverse reaction, kicking the guide bar up and back toward you. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back toward you. Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control of the saw, which could result in serious personal injury.
  • Page 8: 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. decal139-5342 139-5342 decal144-3098 144-3098 decal139-5345 139-5345 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; wear hearing protection;...
  • Page 9 decal137-9461 137-9461 1. Battery charge status decal140-8475 140-8475 1. Read the Operator’s 3. Keep away from open fire Manual. or flames. 2. Call2Recycle® battery 4. Do not expose to rain. recycling program decal139-5346 139-5346 decal144-3096 144-3096...
  • Page 10: Setup

    Setup Important: The battery pack is not fully charged when it is purchased. Before using the machine for the first time, refer to your battery pack and charger Operator’s Manual. Installing the Bar and Chain DANGER Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury. •...
  • Page 11: Assembling The Pole Saw

    Assembling the Pole Saw Unfold the sections of the handle (Figure g374227 Figure 4 1. Handle pole section 3. Saw pole section 2. Middle pole section 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 Note:...
  • Page 12: Adding Bar And Chain Oil To The Pole Saw

    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 18).
  • Page 13: Installing The Harness

    Installing the Harness Connect the metal hook on the shoulder harness to the strap collar on the pole saw handle (Figure g374229 Figure 6 1. Strap adjuster 3. Strap collar 2. Metal strap hook 4. Shoulder strap The strap length is adjustable; slide the strap adjuster up to decrease the length of the strap, or down to increase the length of the strap (Figure...
  • Page 14: Product Overview

    Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories. To ensure optimum performance and continued safety certification of the machine, use only genuine Toro replacement parts and accessories.
  • Page 15: Operation

    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 19). • Clean the pole saw components, inspect them for excessive wear or damage, and replace them as needed;...
  • Page 16: Cutting With The Pole Saw

    Cutting with the Pole Saw Grip the pole saw with 2 hands. Stand on solid, even ground in front of the tree to be trimmed and position yourself for balanced, WARNING stable footing while cutting. Operating a pole saw improperly can cause Ensure that you only cut the wood that you serious personal injury or death.
  • Page 17: Pruning A Tree

    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: •...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • 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. Before each use or daily •...
  • Page 19: Adjusting The Chain Tension

    If oil is not flowing, ensure that there is oil in the Place the pole saw on a level surface and tank and that the area under the side cover is remove the battery pack; refer to Removing the clean; refer to Checking the Oil Level and Adding Battery Pack (page 17).
  • Page 20: Servicing The Guide Bar, Chain, And Drive Sprocket

    Servicing the Guide Bar, Chain, and Drive Sprocket Yearly or before storage 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.
  • Page 21: Installing The Guide Bar And Chain

    Installing the Guide Bar and Clean the guide bar and chain; use a wire or a small flat-head screwdriver to remove dirt and Chain debris from the groove along the edge of the guide bar, starting from the sprocket on the front end and moving rearward.
  • Page 22: Sharpening The Chain

    Call2Recycle seal, please contact your local municipality for more information on how to responsibly recycle the battery. If you are located outside of the US and Canada, please contact your authorized Toro distributor.
  • Page 23: 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. Always remove the battery from the tool when troubleshooting, inspecting, maintaining, or cleaning the tool. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action...
  • Page 24 Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The LED indicator light on the battery 1. The battery charger and/or battery 1. Unplug the battery charger and move charger is red. pack is over or under the appropriate the battery charger and battery pack temperature range.
  • Page 25 Notes:...
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  • Page 27 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.

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