Before Starting; Operation; Maintenance - Toro 51544 Operator's Manual

Before Starting

Securing Extension Cord
Use only an extension cord recommended for outdoor use.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Contact with water while operating unit could cause
electric shock.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Electric shock can cause injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Don't handle plug or appliance with wet hands or
while standing in water.
• Use only an extension cord recommended for outdoor
use.
1. Form a loop in extension cord and insert it through slot in rear
of blower housing (Fig. 5).
2. Secure extension cord in cord lock (Fig. 6).
Note: Do not unplug extension cord by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• The extension cord may not be fully connected to
unit's plug.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• A loosely connected extension cord could lead to
overheating and cause a fire.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Make sure the extension cord is fully connected to
unit's plug and ALWAYS USE THE CORD LOCK
FEATURE to ensure that cord remains secured during
operation (Fig. 5 & 6).

Operation

This appliance is intended for residential use only.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Debris can be thrown by unit in operator's or
bystander's direction.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Flying debris can cause serious personal injury to
operator or bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye
protection, long pants and shoes while operating unit.
• Never operate unit near bystanders or pets.
• Use extra care when cleaning debris from stairs.
Starting/Stopping (Fig. 7)
1. To turn unit on, move switch to the '|' position.
2. To turn unit off, move switch to the 'O' position.

Maintenance

Impeller Replacement
If a loss of performance is detected while operating blower, unplug
unit, remove inlet cover, and check impeller blades for wear. If
blades are severely worn, see your Authorized TORO Service
Dealer for a new impeller.
Servicing Double-insulated
Appliance
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are
provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided
on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding
be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be
done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a
double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they
replace. A double-insulated appliance is marked with the words
"DOUBLE INSULATION" or "DOUBLE INSULATED." The
symbol (square within a square)
appliance.
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may also be marked on the