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Toro POWERVAC 51984 Operator's Manual

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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the Operator's Manual. Save this manual.
POWERVAC
Model No. 51984—310000001 & Up
™
If you have questions concerning
English (EN), French (FR), and Spanish (ES)
Form No. 3365-751 Rev. A
your blower, please call us
at 1-866-574-9242 (US) or
1-866-574-9243 (Canada).

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  • Page 1 Form No. 3365-751 Rev. A POWERVAC ™ Model No. 51984—310000001 & Up If you have questions concerning your blower, please call us at 1-866-574-9242 (US) or 1-866-574-9243 (Canada). WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the Operator’s Manual. Save this manual. English (EN), French (FR), and Spanish (ES)
  • Page 2 READ THIS INFORMATION STOP Before you use your new Powervac , read the following helpful hints to ™ get you started. Fueling WARNING: Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and property damage, handle it with care. Keep away from ignition sources and open flames, handle outdoors only, do not smoke and wipe up spills immediately.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................................4 General Safety Rules ..................................5 Specific Safety Rules ..................................6 Symbols......................................7 Product Labels ....................................8 Features ....................................9-10 Product Specifications ................................9 Assembly....................................11-13 Unpacking ....................................11 Assembling The Blower Tubes ............................11 Grounding Instructions ................................12 Installing the Vacuum Handle ..............................12 Installing the Vacuum Bag ..............................12 Installing the Vacuum Tubes ..............................13 Operation ....................................

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The Toro warning system in this manual identifies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others avoid personal injury, even death. DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are signal words that identify the level of hazard.

  • Page 5: General Safety Rules

     Before storing, allow the engine to cool.  Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 feet  Use only Toro replacement parts and accessories. Failure away. to do so may cause poor performance or possible injury.

  • Page 6: Specific Safety Rules

    SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES  Always hold the blower in your right hand during blower Fueling operation. Refer to the OPERATION instructions later in  Fuel is highly flammable. Take precautions when using this manual for proper position during vacuum operation to reduce the chance of serious personal injury.

  • Page 7: Symbols

    SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 8: Product Labels

    PRODUCT LABELS Product labels and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger. Replace damaged or lost labels Part No. 940654088 Part No. 940835003 Part No. 940927001 Part No. 940908001 ® ® ®...

  • Page 9: Features

    FEATURES Product Specifications Name Specification Weight 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg) Engine 25.4 cc Full Crank Air Velocity Up to 160 (257.5 kph) Up to 420 (11.89 m /min) Throttle Vacuum Bag Lock Raised Slot Shoulder Strap Main Housing Upper Vacuum Tube Spark Plug Lower Vacuum...

  • Page 10: Features

    FEATURES Throttle Trigger Stop Switch Throttle Lock Upper Handle Muffler Main Upper Blower Tube Housing Sweeper Nozzle Vacuum Inlet Door Figure 2 Know Your Blower/Vacuum See Figures 1 - 2. The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the Sweeper Nozzle information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well The sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered dur-...

  • Page 11: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY Unpacking WARNING: This product requires assembly. Do not attempt to modify this product or create Carefully remove the product and any accessories from  accessories not recommended for use with this the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing product.

  • Page 12: Grounding Instructions

    Grounding instructions Installing the Vacuum Bag See Figure 4. See Figures 5 - 6. 1. Remove the sweeper nozzle and upper blower tube A grounding wire is provided to help prevent static shock from the main housing by twisting and removing from when using the vacuum in low humidity conditions.

  • Page 13: Installing The Vacuum Tubes

    Installing the Vacuum Tubes Inlet Door Vacuum See Figures 7 - 8. Opening Upper Vacuum WARNING: Screw Tube Rotating impeller blades can cause severe Screw Mount injury. Always stop the engine and ensure impeller blades have stopped rotating before opening the vacuum door or installing/changing tubes.

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operation Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard lubricant. WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a GASOLINE LUBRICANT second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. 1.0 gal.

  • Page 15: Operating The Blower

    3. Place the choke lever in the FULL CHOKE position. Half Choke Full 4. Pull throttle lock back to lock the throttle wide open. Choke 5. Pull the starter grip and rope sharply until engine at- tempts to run. Do not pull the starter grip more than FULL FULL HALF...

  • Page 16: Throttle Lock

    3. Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only - not 9. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when early in the morning or late at night when people might water is available. be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local 10.

  • Page 17: Vacuum Operation

    2. To release the throttle lock, push throttle lock all the 4. Move the vacuum from side to side along outer edge of way towards the front of unit. the debris. To avoid clogging, do not place the vacuum tube directly into the debris pile. Throttle Trigger Throttle Lock 5.

  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Cleaning Air Filter WARNING: See Figure 15. When servicing, use only identical Toro A wet or dirty air filter can affect the way the engine starts, replacement parts. Use of any other parts may performs, and wears. The air filter should be checked and create a hazard or cause product damage.

  • Page 19: Cleaning The Exhaust Port, Muffler And Spark Arrestor

    A dirty bag will reduce performance. To clean the bag, turn it inside out and shake. Wash the bag in soapy water at least once 2. Remove the cover. a year. Replacement parts available online at www.toro.com. 3. Remove the two screws holding the muffler assembly in place.

  • Page 20: Spark Plug Replacement

    Spark Plug Replacement See Figure 17. This engine uses a Champion RCJ6Y spark plug. Use an exact replacement every 25 hours or annually. 1. Remove the spark plug boot. Spark Plug Boot 2. Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise with a socket.

  • Page 21: High Altitude Engine Operation

    HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE OPERATION: Please have an authorized service center adjust this engine if it is to be run above 2000 feet. Failure to do so may result in poor engine performance and increased emissions. An engine adjusted for high altitudes can not be run at 2000 feet or lower.

  • Page 22: Warranty

    (except to the extent covered by the emissions control THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED UNDER warranty set forth below): LICENSE FROM THE TORO COMPANY BY A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor Adjustments, Filters TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. B. Wear Items – Starter Pulley, Starter Ropes, Mulch- Techtronic Industries north America, Inc.
  • Page 23 The California Air Resources Board’s Emission Warranty Parts List specifically diagnosis, parts, and labor performed at an authorized service center for Toro ® defines the emission-related warranted parts. (EPA’s regulations do not include brand outdoor products.
  • Page 24 To locate your nearest authorized service dealer for this product, contact us toll free at 1-866-574-9242 (US) or 1-866-574-9243 (Canada). This product is manufactured under license from The Toro Company by Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. 1428 Pearman Dairy Rd.

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