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ProLine Hedge Trimmer
Model No. 53040 — 8900001 & Up
Model No. 53041 — 8900001 & Up
16" & 18" Gas
Modèle No. 51903 — 790000001 et suivants
Modèle No. 51904 — 790000001 et suivants
Modèle No. 51906 — 790000001 et suivants
Modèle No. 51907 — 790000001 et suivants
16" & 18" Gas
Modelos N. 51903 — 790000001 y siguientes
Modelos N. 51904 — 790000001 y siguientes
Modelos N. 51906 — 790000001 y siguientes
Modelos N. 51907 — 790000001 y siguientes
Operator's Manual
Manuel de l'Utilisateur
Manual del Usuario
FORM NO. 3321–132

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  • Page 1 FORM NO. 3321–132 ProLine Hedge Trimmer Model No. 53040 — 8900001 & Up Model No. 53041 — 8900001 & Up 16” & 18” Gas Modèle No. 51903 — 790000001 et suivants Modèle No. 51904 — 790000001 et suivants Modèle No. 51906 — 790000001 et suivants Modèle No.
  • Page 2 WARNING: The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 3 1. Blade 5. Throttle Trigger 2. Right Handle/Model and 6. Left Handle Serial Number Decal 7. Stop Switch 3. Engine 8. Fuel Tank 4. Starter Grip 1. Nut (typical) The Toro Company – 1997 Printed in USA All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 4 1. Primer Bulb 2. Fuel Return Line 1. Stop Switch 4. Throttle Trigger (in fast-idle start position) 2. Fast-idle Lock 3. Throttle Trigger (in idle position) 1. Starter Handle 2. Choke Lever...
  • Page 5 1. Wire 3. Fuel Filter 2. Fuel Pick-up Hose 1. Idle Speed Adjustment Screw Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î 1. Muffler Cover 2. Socket Head Screw Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î...
  • Page 6 Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î Î 1. Gearcase Grease Fitting 1. .024”–.028” (0.6–0.7 mm) 1. Spark Arrester 3.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    ....... . . All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied Operator Safety .

  • Page 8: Safety

    DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and serious injury or death if the recommended gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair precautions are not followed. so it is above shoulder length.

  • Page 9: Fuel Safety

    Never use replacement parts that are not motors, etc. approved by Toro. Maintain the Hedge Trimmer according to the Power Hedge Trimmer recommended maintenance intervals and...

  • Page 10: Safety And Instruction Decals

    Safety and Instruction 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. ON BLADE (Part No. M591450) ON HANDLE (Part No. M591449) ON ENGINE (Part No.

  • Page 11: Before Operation

    Never buy more than a 30-day supply of Only use a two-cycle engine oil formulated for use in gasoline. high-performance, air-cooled two-cycle engines. Toro brand 2-cycle oil is formulated for use in high-performance, air-cooled two-cycle engines. IMPORTANT: Do not use National Marine Do not smoke near fuel.

  • Page 12: Mixing Gasoline And Oil

    IMPORTANT: NEVER USE METHANOL, For your fuel premix, only use a quality oil GASOLINE CONTAINING METHANOL, designed for 2–cycle air cooled engines. Toro GASOHOL CONTAINING MORE THAN 50:1 2–Cycle Oil is formulated to meet the 10% ETHANOL, PREMIUM GASOLINE,...

  • Page 13: Adjusting The Cutting Blades

    Mixing Instructions Adjusting The Cutting Blades IMPORTANT: Never mix gasoline and oil directly in the Hedge Trimmer fuel tank. POTENTIAL HAZARD The cutting blades are extremely sharp and dangerous at all times. Always mix fuel and oil in a clean container approved for gasoline.

  • Page 14: Starting And Stopping

    (Fig. 5). The carburetors on Toro engines contain a choke system. To start a “cold” engine properly, perform the Move the choke lever to the open (...

  • Page 15: Idle Speed Adjustment

    WHAT CAN HAPPEN Trimmer. Contact with blades or other moving parts could cause serious personal injury or The Toro Hedge Trimmer is designed for cutting and death. trimming foliage and small branches up to 1/4 inch HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD (6mm) in diameter.

  • Page 16: Air Filter

    Air Filter While still holding on to the fuel hose, attach the new fuel filter. Maintenance Interval Drop the new fuel filter back into the fuel tank. The air filter should be cleaned daily, or more Make sure that the fuel filter is not stuck in a often when working in extremely dusty corner of the tank, and that the fuel hose is not conditions.

  • Page 17: Cylinder Cooling Fins

    Cylinder Cooling Fins Maintenance Interval The spark arrester should be inspected and Maintenance Interval cleaned after every 25 hours of use. The cylinder cooling fins should be cleaned after Replace the screen if it cannot be thoroughly every 25 hours of operation, or once a week, cleaned, or if it is damaged.

  • Page 18: General Cleaning And Tightening

    General Cleaning and Tightening POTENTIAL HAZARD Oil may squirt out of the spark plug The Toro Hedge Trimmer will provide maximum opening when you pull the starter cord. performance for many, many hours if it is maintained properly. WHAT CAN HAPPEN...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Tighten throttle wire Engine Lacks Power or Stalls When Cutting Cutting Dirty air filter Clean or replace air filter If further assistance is required, contact your local authorized Toro service dealer. Dimensions Specifications 53040 Length 40.6 in (103 cm) Engine Width 8.6 in (22 cm)

  • Page 20: Federal And California Emission Control Warranty Statement

    U.S. EPA standards for the first two years of engine use from the date of sale to the ultimate purchaser. Toro must warrant the emission control system on your utility/lawn/garden equipment engine for the period of time listed above provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your utility/lawn/garden equipment engine.
  • Page 21 The manufacturer is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add–on or modified parts. Toro is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty.
  • Page 22 The Toro Company is not liable for indirect, incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of the TORO Products covered by this warranty, except for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty. Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
  • Page 23 Pickup and delivery charges for distances beyond a 15-mile radius from a TORO ProLine Service Dealer. TORO Products used for residential use are covered by a full two-year warranty. All repairs covered by this warranty must be performed by a TORO Service Dealer using Toro approved replacement parts.

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