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Form No. 3379-689 Rev A
12in Cordless Trimmer
Model No. 51484—Serial No. 314000001 and Up
Model No. 51484T—Serial No. 314000001 and Up
Operator's Manual
Model 51484T does not include a battery or a charger.
If you have questions or problems, contact us at www.Toro.com or
call toll free 1-800-237-2654 (US) or 1-800-248-3258 (Canada) before
returning this product.
General Safety Rules
WARNING
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains a chemical or chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or reproductive harm.
WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic
safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
Read all instructions.
The term “power tool” in all of the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless)
power tool.
1. Work area safety
A. Keep work area clean 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, gases 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.
2. Electrical safety
A. Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.
B. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces. There is an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is earthed or grounded.
C. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
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Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
D. Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
E. If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a supply protected by a residual
current device (RCD) in AUS or a ground fault
interrupt (GFI) in the USA.
Use of an RCD or GFI reduces the risk of electric shock.
3. Personal safety
A. Stay alert; watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.
B. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
C. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energizing power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
D. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
E. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
F.
Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.
4. Power tool use and care
A. Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
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B. Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn
it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
C. Remove the battery pack from the power tool before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing power tools. Such preventive safety measures
reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
D. Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power tool.
Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
E. Store idle appliances indoors. When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in a dry and high
or locked-up place, out of the reach of children.
F.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and
any other condition that may affect the power tools
operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired
before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly
maintained power tools.
G. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly
maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to control.
H. 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.
Use of the power tool for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous situation.
I. Keep guards in place and in working order.
5. Service
Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.
6. Battery Safety
A. Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet locations.
B. Do not use battery-operated appliance in the rain.
C. Use only the following type and size battery(ies): Toro
battery model 88502.
D. Remove or disconnect the battery before servicing,
cleaning, or removing material from the gardening
appliance.
E. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fire. The cell may
explode. Check with local codes for possible special
disposal instructions.
F.
Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released
electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the
eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
G. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short
the battery with conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may
overheat and cause burns.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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 lost.
Symbol
Name
Designation/Explanation
DC
Direct current
Type of current
V
Volts
Voltage
125–3280
125–3281
Model 51484
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate in
wet conditions; wear eye protection.
121–7615
121–7657
Model 51484T
1. Warning—read the Operator’s Manual; do not operate in
wet conditions; wear eye protection.
121–7691
3
125–3279
125–3295
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Setup
Loose Parts
Use the chart below to verify that all parts have been shipped.
Procedure
1
2
3
4
Description
Qty.
Use
Auxiliary handle
Latch
Brace
Guard
Phillips head screw
1
1
1
1
1
Wire edge guard
1
Installing the edge guard
No parts required
–
Adjust the auxiliary handle, trimmer
height, and base position.
Installing auxiliary handle.
Mounting the guard to the base of the
trimmer.
3. Slide the latch from the left through the handle and brace
as shown and tighten the latch screw with a Phillips head
screwdriver (Figure 1).
1
Installing the Auxiliary Handle
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
Auxiliary handle
1
Latch
1
Brace
1. Position the auxiliary handle on the shaft of the trimmer with
the smooth surface facing the operator (Figure 1).
1
3
G017277
2
Figure 1
1. Auxiliary handle
3. Brace
2. Latch
2. Slide the brace into the auxiliary handle so that the brace
rests in the groove along the shaft (Figure 1).
5
2
3
Installing the Guard
Installing the Edge Guard
Parts needed for this procedure:
Parts needed for this procedure:
1
1
Guard
1
Phillips head screw
Wire edge guard
Procedure
Procedure
Insert the ends of the wire edge guard into the holes in the trimmer
housing, as shown in Figure 3.
1. Remove the Phillips that is taped to the guard (Figure 2).
2. Slide the guard onto the trimmer base as shown in Figure 2.
1
G017506
Figure 2
1. Phillips head screw
g017642
Figure 3
2. Guard
1. Wire edge guard
3. Secure the guard using a Phillips head screw.
6
place the battery pack in the charger and charge until the
LED indicators turn green. Make sure to read all safety
precautions. With regular use, it will need shorter charging
time. If storing for a prolonged period of time, remove the
battery. When ready to use again, charge the battery pack
until the LED indicators turn green.
4
Adjusting the Auxiliary
Handle, Trimmer Height, and
Base Position
Starting the Trimmer
1. Align the tongue of the battery pack with the cavity in the
handle housing (Figure 6).
No Parts Required
1
Procedure
•
2
To adjust the auxiliary handle height, release the auxiliary
handle latch, slide the auxiliary handle up or down to the
desired height, then secure the auxiliary handle in place by
closing the auxiliary latch (Figure 4).
3
G016190
Figure 6
1. Trigger handle
3. Latch
2. Tongue
G015655
Figure 4
2. Grasp the trigger handle (Figure 6).
1. Auxiliary handle
3. Height adjustment latch
3. Push the battery pack into the handle until the latch locks
into place.
2. Auxiliary handle latch
•
To adjust the trimmer height, open the height adjustment
latch, then slide the shaft up or down to desired height,
securing it in place with the latch (Figure 4).
•
To adjust the position of the base, press down on the rotator
button located at the base of the shaft, then move the base
to face the desired direction (Figure 5).
4. To start the trimmer, slide the lock switch back to the On
position, then squeeze the trigger (Figure 6).
1
2
G017507
Figure 5
1. Rotator button
G016189
Figure 7
Operation
1. Lock switch
Important: The battery pack is not fully charged when it
is purchased. Before using the trimmer for the first time,
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2. Trigger
Stopping the Trimmer
2. Slide the battery into the charger until it clicks into place.
To stop the trimmer, release the trigger.
3. To remove the battery, press down on the release button
and slide the battery backwards out of the charger.
Charging the Battery Pack
Important: For best results, your battery tool should be
charged in a location where the temperature is more than 0°
C (32° F) but less than 40° C (104° F). To reduce the risk of
serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles.
Charging time will increase if not charged within this range.
1. Turn the battery upside down and line up the battery terminal
with the slot in the charger (Figure 8 and Figure 9).
Figure 8
1. LED indicators
2. Insert battery here
3
2
1
G016223
Figure 9
1. LED indicators (level of
charge)
3. Battery terminal
2. Release button
8
Trimming
4. Refer to the table below to interpret the LED indicators on
the battery charger.
LED COLOR
Top
Bottom
Indicates:
Red
Red
Battery is charging
Red
Green
Fully charged
Red
Orange
Battery is too
warm: Remove
for approximately
30 minutes
Advancing the Line
Note: The trimmer is equipped with an auto-feed head.
1. With the trimmer running, release the switch trigger.
2. Wait two seconds, then slide the lock switch back to the On
position and squeeze the trigger.
Note: The line will extend approximately 1/4 inch (6 mm)
with each stop and start of the switch trimmer until the line
reaches the length of the grass deflector blade.
3. Resume trimming.
Advancing the Line Manually
Remove the battery from the trimmerk, then push the red button
at the base of the spool retainer while pulling on the trimmer line
to manually advance the line.
G016254
Figure 10
Edging
As an edger, press the rotator button and rotate the head as
shown in Figure 11.
G017509
Figure 11
1. Rotator button
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Operating Tips
Replacing the Spool
•
Keep the trimmer tilted toward the area being cut; this is the
best cutting area.
•
The string trimmer cuts when passing the unit from left to
right. This will avoid throwing debris at the operator.
Use only .065 inch (1.65 mm) diameter monofilament string. Use
original manufacturer’s replacement string for best performance
(Toro part number 88532 or 88524).
•
Use the tip of the string to do the cutting; do not force string
head into uncut grass.
•
Wire and picket fences cause extra string wear, even
breakage. Stone and brick walls, curbs, and wood may wear
string rapidly.
•
Avoid trees and shrubs. Tree bark, wood moldings, siding,
and fence posts can easily be damaged by the strings.
Important: Use of a larger diameter string will cause the
motor to overheat and fail.
1. Remove the battery.
2. Push in the tabs on the side of the spool retainer (Figure 13).
G017510
Figure 13
G017508
Figure 12
1. Direction of rotation
1. Spool retainer
3. Slots
2. Spool
4. Tabs
3. String path
2. Ideal cutting range
3. Pull the spool retainer up to remove it and remove the spool.
4. To install the new spool, make sure the string is captured in
one of the retaining slots on the new spool. Make sure the
end of the string extends approximately 6 inches (152 mm).
Maintenance
5. Install the new spool so that the string aligns with the eyelet
in the string head. Thread the string into the eyelet.
After each use of the trimmer, complete the following:
1. Remove the battery from the trimmer.
6. Pull the string extending from the string head so the string
releases from the slot in the spool.
2. Wipe the trimmer clean with a damp cloth. Do not hose the
trimmer down or submerge it in water.
7. Reinstall the spool retainer by depressing tabs into slots and
pushing down until spool retainer clicks into place.
CAUTION
Replacing the String
The line cut-off blade on the deflector is sharp and
can cut you. Do not use your hands to clean the
deflector shield and blade.
1. Remove the battery.
2. Remove the spool. See Replacing the Spool (Figure 13).
3. Wipe or scrape clean the cutting head area any time there is
an accumulation of debris.
4. Check and tighten all fasteners. If any part is damaged or
lost, repair or replace it.
5. Brush debris away from air intake vents on motor housing
to prevent the motor from overheating.
10
•
Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals
and de-icing salts.
Using the battery when it is hot can reduce the operating time.
The battery will automatically stop working when it is overheated
to prevent damage to it. Remove the battery from the charger and
allow it to cool before placing it back into the trimmer.
2
G015662
Using the battery when there is moisture on the leads can cause
the trimmer to malfunction. Allow the battery to dry or wipe it dry
before placing it back into the trimmer.
Figure 14
2. Hole
Note: Remove any old string remaining on the spool.
3. The spool will accept up to 15 feet of string.Use only .065
inch (1.65 mm) diameter monofilament string.
Note: Do not use any other gauge or type of string, as this
could damage the trimmer.
4. Insert the string into the anchor hole in the upper part of
the spool (Figure 14). Wind the string onto the spool in the
direction shown by the arrows on the spool.
5. Place the string in the slot on the upper spool flange, leaving
about 6 inch (152 mm) extended beyond the slot.
Note: Do not overfill. After winding the string, there should
be at least 1/4 inch (6 mm) between the wound string and
the outside edge of the spool.
6. Replace the spool and the spool retainer. Refer to Spool
Replacement earlier in this manual.
Preparing the Battery Pack for
Recycling
WARNING
Before recycling, cover the terminals of the battery
pack with heavy-duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt
to destroy or disassemble the battery pack or remove
any of its components. Lithium-ion batteries must be
recycled or disposed of properly at the nearest battery
recycling facility.
Service
Should this item need service, take the product to your Authorized
Toro Service Dealer. Your Toro Dealer is specially trained to repair
Toro products and will ensure that your Toro stays “All Toro.”
Storage
•
Store it in a well-ventilated place that is inaccessible to
children.
Troubleshooting
1
1. Spool
•
Clean all foreign material from the product.
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The Toro Promise - Electric Products
A Two-Year Full Warranty for Residential Use for the United States and Canada
The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrant this product for two years against
defects in material or workmanship when used for normal residential purposes.*
If you think your Toro Product contains a defect in materials or workmanship, if you have questions or problems, and before returning this product call
toll free:
Trimmers:
Blowers:
Snowthrowers:
1-800-237-2654 (US)
1-800-248-3258 (Canada)
1-888-367-6631 (US)
1-888-430-1687 (Canada)
1-800-574-3312 (Mexico)
1-800-808-2963 (US)
1-800-808-3072 (Canada)
To receive a replacement or repair, at our option, return the complete unit to the seller. United States and Canada customers may return their product,
with proof of purchase, to any Authorized Service Dealer. United States customers may also return their product, with proof of purchase, postage
prepaid, to the Toro Service Center, 5500 SE Delaware, Ankeny, IA 50021.
This warranty covers product defects only. 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 of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Countries Other than the United States and Canada
Customers who have purchased Toro products exported from the United States or Canada should contact their Toro Distributor (Dealer) to obtain
guarantee policies for your country, province, or state. If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor’s service or have difficulty obtaining
guarantee information, contact the Toro importer. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at Toro Warranty Company.
Australian Consumer Law
Australian customers will find details relating to the Australian Consumer Law either inside the box or at your local Toro Dealer.
* Residential use means use of the product on the same lot as your home.
Part Number 374-0262 Rev. D
374-0262 Rev D

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