Toro 51496A, Operator'S Manual

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Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
DC
Direct current
Type of current
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
SPM Strokes per minute Speed of blade
V Volts Voltage
Setup
Cut the zip-tie away from your body and remove it from the trigger
handle (
Figure 1 ).
Figure 1
1. Zip-tie
Operation
Important:
The battery pack is not fully charged when
it is purchased. Before using the hedge trimmer for the
first time, refer to
Charging the Battery Pack (page 6) .
Make sure to read all safety precautions. If storing for
a prolonged period of time, remove the battery. When
ready to use again, charge the battery pack; refer to
Charging the Battery Pack (page 6) .
Starting the Hedge Trimmer
1. Remove the protective cover from the cutter blades ( Figure
2 ).
WARNING
The hedge trimmer blades can cause cuts or
amputation.
Be careful when handling the hedge trimmer with
the protective cover removed.
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Figure 2
1. Protective cover
2. Align the tongue of the battery pack with the cavity in the
handle housing (
Figure 3 ).
Figure 3
1. Auxiliary handle 4. Tongue
2. Lock switch 5. Latch
3. Trigger
3. Grasp the trigger handle ( Figure 3 ).
4. Push the battery pack into the handle until the latch locks
into place.
5. Place one hand on the trigger handle. Place the other hand
on the auxiliary handle (
Figure 3 ).
6. Slide the lock switch backwards, towards you, then squeeze
the trigger switch to turn on the hedge trimmer (
Figure 3 ).
The trimmer will stay on as long as the trigger switch is
squeezed. Lock-off switch may be released once hedge
trimmer is running (
Figure 3 ).
Rotating the Hedge Trimmer
Handle
1. Press and hold the rotational lock button.
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