Toro 51976 User Manual

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Operation
Operation
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to
make you careless. Remember that a careless
fraction of a second is sufcient to inict
serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Never use blades, ailing devices, wire, or rope
on this product. Do not use any attachments or
accessories not recommended by the manufac-
turer of this tool. The use of attachments or ac-
cessories not recommended can result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING:
Operation of this equipment may create sparks
that can start res around dry vegetation. A spark
arrestor may be required. The operator should
contact local re agencies for laws or regulations
relating to re prevention requirements.
Applications
Use this product for the following applications:
■ Cutting grass, weeds, and light undergrowth
■ Edging along sidewalks and driveways
Fueling and Refueling the Trimmer
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly ammable
and explosive. To prevent serious personal
injury and property damage, handle it with care.
Keep away from ignition sources and open
ames, handle outdoors only, do not smoke and
wipe up spills immediately.
Fuel Mixture
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container
approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certied to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
Note: We recommend you use high-quality synthetic
2-cycle lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon
(US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE LUBRICANT
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter) 2.6 oz. (76 ml)
2.5 gal. (US) (9.5 liter) 6.4 oz. (189 ml)
Filling Tank
■ Clean surface around fuel cap to prevent contamination.
■ Loosen fuel cap slowly by turning counterclockwise. Rest
the cap on a clean surface.
■ Carefully pour fuel into the tank. Avoid spillage.
■ Prior to replacing the fuel cap, clean and inspect the gasket.
■ Immediately replace fuel cap and hand tighten by turning
clockwise. Wipe up any fuel spillage.
■ Move at least 30 ft. (9 m) away from refueling area before
starting the product.
Note: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine after rst use.
WARNING:
Always shut off engine before fueling. Never
add fuel to a machine with a running or hot
engine. Move at least 30 ft. (9 m) from refueling
site before starting engine. Do not smoke and
stay away from open ames and sparks. Fail-
ure to safely handle fuel could result in serious
personal injury.
Oxygenated Fuels
NOTICE: DO NOT USE E15 OR E85 FUEL IN THIS
UNIT. IT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW
AND WILL DAMAGE THE UNIT AND VOID YOUR
WARRANTY.
NOTE: Fuel system damage or performance problems
resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing
more than the percentage of oxygenates stated below are
not covered under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E15 and E85
are not.

Toro 51976 Specifications

General

Brand	Toro
Model	51976
Category	Trimmer
Language	English