Summary of Contents for Toro Flex-Force Power System 88716
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Form No. 3460-951 Rev B 14in or 16in 60V MAX String Trimmer Flex-Force Power System ® 60V MAX Attachment Model No. 88716—Serial No. 323000001 and Up *3460-951* Register at www.Toro.com. Original Instructions (EN)
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This trimmer is intended to be used by residential homeowners to trim grass as needed outdoors. It is to be used only by adults. It is designed to be used in combination with the Toro Flex-Force Power System 60V MAX Attachment-Capable Power Head Model 51810T. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
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Whenever you need service, genuine the manufacturer parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or the manufacturer Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your product ready. Figure 1 identifies the location of the model and serial numbers on the product.
Safety-Alert Symbol The safety-alert symbol (Figure 2) shown in this manual and on the machine identifies important safety messages that you must follow to prevent accidents. g000502 Figure 2 Safety-alert symbol The safety-alert symbol appears above information that alerts you to unsafe actions or situations and is followed by the word DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
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The Model 51810T Power Head is compatible with a variety of Toro-approved attachments that, when combined, comply with specific standards; see the following table for more detail. Combination Power Head Attachment Standard Model Model String Trimmer 51810T 88716 Conforms to UL STD 82 Certified to CSA STD C22.2...
II. Preparation Keep bystanders and children away from the operating area. Use only the battery pack specified by Toro. Using other accessories and attachments may increase the risk of injury and fire. Plugging the battery charger into an outlet that is not 120 V can cause a fire or electric shock.
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Authorized Service Dealer to replace it. Charge the battery pack with only the battery charger specified by Toro. A charger suitable for 1 type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack. Charge the battery pack in a well-ventilated area only.
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• Do not disassemble the battery pack. • Replace the battery pack with a genuine Toro battery pack only; using another type of battery pack may cause a fire or risk of injury. • Keep battery packs out of the reach of children and in the original packaging until you are ready to use them.
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Check the tool for damaged parts—If there are damaged guards or other parts, determine whether it will operate properly. Check for misaligned and binding moving parts, broken parts, mounting, and any other condition that may affect its operation. Unless indicated in the instructions, have an Authorized Service Dealer repair or replace a damaged guard or part.
Safety and Instructional Decals Safety decals and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace any decal that is damaged or missing. decal139-5346 139-5346 decal139-5210 139-5210 1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; stay away from moving parts; keep all guards in place;...
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Setup Connecting the Attachment to the Power Head No Parts Required Procedure Install the square shaft of the attachment into the square shaft of the power head (A of Figure Align the locking button on the lower shaft with the slotted hole on the upper shaft and slide the 2 shafts together (B and C of Figure The locking button clicks into the slotted hole when the shafts are...
Installing the Guard Parts needed for this procedure: Guard Washer Bolt Procedure Align the trimmer guard beneath the guard mount as shown in Figure g333216 Figure 4 1. Guard mount 3. Washer 2. Trimmer guard 4. Bolt Secure the guard to the trimmer using the 4 washers and 4 bolts as shown in Figure...
Product Overview g372306 Figure 5 1. Guard 3. Bump button 2. String Specifications Model 88716, attaches to 51810T Flex-Force 60V lithium-ion chargers Charger Type Battery Type Flex-Force 60V lithum-ion batteries Appropriate Temperature Ranges Charge/store the battery pack at 5°C (41°F) to 40°C (104°F)* Use the battery pack at -30°C (-22°F) to 49°C (120°F) Use the trimmer at...
Attachments/Accessories A selection of Toro approved attachments and accessories is available for use with the machine to enhance and expand its capabilities. Contact your Authorized Service Dealer or authorized Toro distributor or go to www.Toro.com for a list of all approved attachments and accessories.
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To start the attachment, press the lockout button, then squeeze the run trigger (Figure Note: Slide the 2-speed switch to change the speed of the attachment. g357456 Figure 7 1. Lockout button 3. Run trigger 2. 2-speed switch...
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Shutting Off the Trimmer To shut off the trimmer, release the trigger. Whenever you are not using the trimmer or are transporting the trimmer to or from the work area, remove the battery pack. Removing the Battery Pack from the Power Head Press the battery latch on the machine to release the battery pack and slide the battery pack out of the machine...
Advancing the Line Using the Bump Feed Run the trimmer at full throttle. Tap the bump button on the ground to advance the line. The line advances each time the bump button is tapped. Do not hold the bump button on the ground. Note: The line trimming cut-off blade on the grass deflector cuts the line to the correct length.
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Adjusting the Cutting Swath The trimmer comes from the factory with a cutting swath of 36.6 cm (14 inches) as shown in A of Figure 10. Refer to the following instructions to adjust the swath to 40.6 cm (16 inches) as shown in D of Figure Remove the swath blade from the bottom of the guard by removing the 2 screws holding it in place using the provided Allen wrench (B of...
Operating Tips • Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the best cutting area. • The string trimmer cuts when you move it from right to left. This prevents the trimmer from throwing debris at you. •...
Maintenance After each use of the trimmer, complete the following: Remove the battery from the power head. Wipe the trimmer clean with a damp cloth. Do not hose the trimmer down or submerge it in water. CAUTION The line cutoff blade on the deflector is sharp and can cut you.
Replacing the String Important: Use only 2 mm (0.080 inch) diameter monofilament string (the manufacturer Part No. 88611) or 2.4 mm (0.095 inch) diameter twisted monofilament string (the manufacturer Part No. 88202). Remove the battery pack and clean any debris from the trimmer head.
Lubricating the Gearbox Service Interval: Every 25 hours or monthly, whichever comes first Shut off the trimmer, remove the battery pack, and clean any debris from the trimmer head. Set the trimmer so the gearbox is upright. Remove the plug from the side of the trimmer (Figure 13).
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Storage Important: Store the machine, battery pack, and charger only in temperatures that are within the appropriate range; refer to Specifications (page 14). Important: If you are storing the machine for a year or longer, remove the battery pack from the machine and charge the battery pack until 1 or 2 LED indicators turn green on the battery.
Troubleshooting Perform only the steps described in these instructions. All further inspection, maintenance, and repair work must be performed by an authorized service center or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself. Always remove the battery from the tool when troubleshooting, inspecting, maintaining, or cleaning the tool.
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Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The tool is producing 1. The gearbox is not 1. Lubricate the gearbox. excessive vibration or being lubricated noise. properly. 2. There is debris under 2. Clean any debris from the grass shield or in under the grass shield the bump head housing or in the bump head...
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Toro has elected to provide the Prop 65 warnings. Moreover, if Toro does not provide these warnings, it could be sued by the State of California or by private parties seeking to...
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