Shaft Grip; Operation; Operating Position - Toro 53002 Operator's Manual

POTENTIAL HAZARD
Engine must be running to make some
carburetor adjustments.
When engine is running, trimmer head is
rotating and other parts are moving.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with rotating trimmer head or
other moving parts could cause serious
personal injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
trimmer head and other moving parts.
Keep all bystanders and pets away from
unit while making carburetor adjustments.
The trimmer head may be rotating during idle speed
adjustment. Wear the recommended personal
protective equipment and observe all safety
instructions. Keep hands and body away from the
trimmer head.
When the throttle trigger is released, the engine
should return to an idle speed between 2400 and 2800
RPM, or just below the clutch engagement speed.
The trimmer head must not rotate and the engine
should not stall (stop running) at engine idle speed
(Fig. 18).
To adjust the engine idle speed, rotate the idle speed
adjustment screw on the carburetor (Fig. 19).
Turn the idle speed screw in (clockwise) to
increase the engine idle speed.
Turn the screw out (counterclockwise) to
decrease the engine idle speed.
If idle speed adjustment is necessary, and after
adjustment the trimmer head rotates or the engine
stalls, stop using the String Trimmer immediately!
Contact your local authorized Toro Dealer for
assistance and servicing.
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Operation

Read the Safety instructions on page 2
concerning proper use of the String
Trimmer.

Operating Position

Before using the Trimmer, check the following
(Fig. 20):
1. The Trimmer should be on the operator's right
side.
2. The operator's right hand should be holding the
shaft grip, with his or her fingers on the throttle
trigger. The right arm should be slightly bent.
3. The left hand should be holding the loop handle
with the fingers and thumb fully enclosed around
the grip. The left arm should be extended.
Reposition the loop handle up or down the
driveshaft if necessary for a comfortable
position.
4. The Trimmer weight should be evenly
distributed between the arms. The trimmer head
should be near and parallel to the ground.
5. Accelerate and hold the engine at cutting speed
before entering the material to be cut.
6. Always release the throttle trigger and allow the
engine to return to idle speed when not cutting.
7. Stop the Trimmer engine when moving between
work sites.
Always wear gloves and protective clothing
when operating the String Trimmer.
If the trimmer head becomes jammed, stop the
engine immediately.