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Adjusting the Maximum
Line Length
You can change the maximum length of the cutting
line to either cut just inside the metal wire guide (for
trimming next to plants and structures that would be
damaged by the line) or to extend past the guide at
the full cutting swath (for general trimming and
edging).
Caution
The blade under the guard is sharp and can cut
you. Be careful when handling the trimmer so
that you do not accidentally cut yourself.
To shorten the line to cut
just inside the wire
guide, push in on the
red knob on the guard
and turn it
counterclockwise.
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To lengthen the line to
cut outside the wire
guide at the full 10 inch
(25 cm) cutting swath,
push in on the red knob
on the guard and turn it
clockwise.
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After changing the knob setting, run the trimmer as
normal, advancing the line by tapping the spool on
the ground.
Operating Tips
To reduce line wear and improve trimming
performance, use the following techniques when
trimming:
Warning
When the trimmer is running the cutting head is
spinning. If you contact the cutting line or cutting
head, you could be injured.
Keep the cutting head away from your feet
and bystanders.
Wear shoes and long pants when using the
trimmer.
Ensure that the cutting head has stopped
before you service or examine the cutting
head. Do not start the trimmer unless your
hands are on both handles and the cutting
head is down near the ground.
Warning
During operation, the trimmer may throw objects
in the operator’s or a bystander’s direction,
causing injury.
Wear safety goggles or other suitable eye
protection, long pants, and shoes while
operating the trimmer.
Keep people and pets away from the trimming
area.
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Remove any wire, rope or string-like matter which
could become entangled in the rotating line from
the trimming area.
•
Trim only when the grass and weeds are dry.
•
Slowly move the
trimmer in and out
of the area being
cut.
•
Cut grass in excess of eight inches tall or weeds
from the top to the bottom in small increments.
•
Do not force the trimmer. Allow the very
tip of
the line to do the cutting.
Replacing Line
For replacement line, you can purchase either a new,
pre-wound spool of line (model no. 88175, 88052, or
88035) or bulk line (0.065 inch dia. (1.6 mm) x 30ft.
(9 m)) that you can wind onto the old spool. Both are
available from your Authorized Toro Dealer.
Caution
Metal wire, rope, plastic knives, or any material
other than Toro .065 inch dia. (1.6 mm) nylon
monofilament may overload the motor, possibly
causing a fire or electrical shock.
Do not use any material other than Toro .065 inch
dia. (1.6 mm) nylon monofilament, 30 ft. (9 m)
maximum line length.
Removing the Spool
1.
Twist the cap off
counterclockwise.
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