Toro Power Plex 51482, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...m No 3415 819 Rev A Power Plex 14in 40V MAX String Trimmer Model No 51482 Serial No 317000001 and Up Model No 51482T Serial No 317000001 and Up Register at www Toro com Original Instructions EN 3415 819 A ...

Page 2: ...and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents B Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gasses or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes C Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control D Avoid dangerous environments Do not use appliances in damp or...

Page 3: ...ined cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control I Use the power tool in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Using the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation J Keep...

Page 4: ... danger Replace any decal that is damaged or missing decal136 2465 136 2465 Model 51482 decal136 2466 136 2466 Model 51482T decal136 2471 136 2471 decal136 2473 136 2473 decal136 2474 136 2474 decal136 2476 136 2476 1 The battery pack is charging 3 The battery pack is too warm 2 The battery pack is fully charged 4 Replace the battery pack 4 ...

Page 5: ...ons decal136 2534 136 2534 1 The battery does not come out of the box fully charged 4 Stop follow these instructions before first use 2 Place the battery in the battery charger 5 Read the Operator s Manual 3 Wait until the battery is fully charged before the first use decal136 2539 136 2539 1 Charge the battery where the temperature is between 0 C and 40 C 32 F and 104 F 5 ...

Page 6: ...re using the tool for the first time refer to Charging the Battery Pack page 10 1 Mounting the Battery Charger Optional No Parts Required Procedure If desired mount the battery charger securely on a wall using the wall mount key holes on the back of the charger Mount it indoors such as a garage or other dry place near a power outlet and out of the reach of children Refer to Figure 1 for assistance...

Page 7: ...old the handle A of Figure 2 2 Install the connector knob to secure the handle B of Figure 2 Note The nut that holds the handle connector knob in place is lightly secured in the connector housing with a piece of tape Remove the tape after you install the connector knob g210597 Figure 2 7 ...

Page 8: ... handle and slide the auxiliary handle toward the trimmer handle A of Figure 3 2 Snap the handle securely into place B of Figure 3 g195362 Figure 3 4 Installing the Guard Parts needed for this procedure 1 Guard 4 Phillips head screw Procedure Remove the 4 Phillips head screws that are taped to the guard and use them to install the guard Figure 4 g189988 Figure 4 8 ...

Page 9: ...ttery charger in an enclosed clean dry area Operation Starting the Trimmer 1 Make sure that the vents on the trimmer are clear of any dust and debris g195377 Figure 5 1 Trimmer venting areas 2 Align the cavity in the battery pack with the tongue on the handle housing Figure 6 3 Push the battery pack into the handle until the battery pack locks into the latch Figure 6 g189881 Figure 6 1 Battery lat...

Page 10: ...arge LED indicators 1 Make sure that the vents on the battery pack are clear of any dust and debris 2 Line up the cavity in the battery pack Figure 9 with the tongue on the charger g192748 Figure 9 1 Battery pack cavity 4 Battery charge indicator button 2 Battery pack terminals 5 LED indicators current charge 3 Battery pack venting areas 3 Make sure that the vents on the battery charger are clear ...

Page 11: ...gth Note If the line is worn too short you may not be able to advance the line by tapping it on the ground If so release the trigger and refer to Advancing the Line Manually page 11 g194633 Figure 11 1 Bump button Advancing the Line Manually Remove the battery pack from the trimmer then push the bump button at the base of the spool retainer while pulling on the trimmer line to manually advance the...

Page 12: ... you Use the tip of the string to do the cutting do not force the string head into uncut grass Wire and picket fences can cause the string to wear rapidly and even break Stone and brick walls curbs and wood can also cause the string to wear rapidly Avoid trees and shrubs The string can easily damage tree bark wood moldings siding and fence posts g189989 Figure 14 1 Direction of rotation 2 String p...

Page 13: ...iginal manufacturer s replacement string for best performance Toro Part No 88546 Important Using a larger diameter string causes the motor to overheat and fail 1 Remove the battery 2 Push in the tab on the side of the spool retainer Figure 15 g203887 Figure 15 1 Spool retainer 4 Tab 2 Spool 5 Line cutoff blade 3 Slot 3 Pull the spool retainer up to remove it and remove the spool 4 To install the n...

Page 14: ... are storing the tool for a year or longer remove the battery pack from the tool and charge the battery pack until 2 or 3 LED indicators turn blue on the battery Do not store a fully charged or fully depleted battery When ready to use again charge the battery pack until the left indicator light turns green on the charger or all 4 LED indicators turn blue on the battery Disconnect the product from ...

Page 15: ...C 104 F The battery charger is not working 2 The outlet that the battery charger is plugged into does not have power 2 Contact your licensed electrician to repair the outlet The battery pack shows only 3 LED indicators after only a few seconds of using a fully charged battery 1 This is a normal occurrence 1 Stop the tool and press battery charge indicator button or the remove the battery from the ...

Page 16: ...ger and then start the tool It is difficult to remove the battery pack from the tool 1 The battery pack tool is new or there is corrosion in the battery terminals and or the terminals on the tool 1 Clean the terminals on the battery pack and the tool Then apply dielectric grease to the battery terminals do not use any other type of lubricant as it can damage the terminals 16 ...

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Page 20: ...nly Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the Toro Products covered by this warranty including any cost or expense of providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use pending completion of repairs under this warranty Some states do not allow exclusions ...