Toro ProLine 53040 User manual
Operator’s Manual
Manuel de l’Utilisateur Manual del Usuario
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. 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
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
WARNING:
The Toro Company – 1997
All Rights Reserved
Printed in USA
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Figures
1. Blades
2. Front Guard/Model and
Serial Number Decal
3. Front Handle
4. Engine
5. Starter Grip
6. Stop Switch
7. Rear Handle
8. Fuel Tank
9. Throttle Trigger
1. Blade
2. Right Handle/Model and
Serial Number Decal
3. Engine
4. Starter Grip
5. Throttle Trigger
6. Left Handle
7. Stop Switch
8. Fuel Tank
1. 10 feet (3 m) Minimum
1. Nut (typical)
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m-2937
1. Primer Bulb 2. Fuel Return Line
m-3019
1. Starter Handle 2. Choke Lever
m-3016
1. Stop Switch
2. Fast-idle Lock
3. Throttle Trigger (in idle
position)
4. Throttle Trigger (in
fast-idle start position)
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6
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m-2929
1. Idle Speed Adjustment Screw
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m-2930
1. Air Filter Cover 2. Foam Filter
m-2931
1. Wire
2. Fuel Pick-up Hose 3. Fuel Filter
m-2927
1. Muffler Cover 2. Socket Head Screw
m-2934
1. Screw 2. Cylinder Cover
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m-2932
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1. .024”–.028” (0.6–0.7 mm)
m-2935
1. Spark Arrester
2. Washer 3. Screw
m-2936
1. Gearcase Grease Fitting
m-2940
1. Spark Plug
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Contents
Page
Introduction 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operator Safety 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Hedge Trimmer Safety 2. . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Safety 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Hedge Trimmer Operating Safety 3. .
Safety and Instruction Decals 4. . . . . . . . . .
Before Operation 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Oil and Fuel 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mixing Gasoline And Oil 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting The Cutting Blades 7. . . . . . . . . .
Starting And Stopping 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Idle Speed Adjustment 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operation 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Maintenance 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air Filter 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel Filter 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Plug 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cylinder Cooling Fins 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Spark Arrester 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lubrication: Gearcase And Blades 11. . . . . .
General Cleaning and Tightening 12. . . . . . .
Storage 12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Engine 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dimensions 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Federal and California Emission Control
Warranty Statement 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warranty 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied
with your new product, so feel free to contact your
local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service,
genuine Toro parts, or other information you may
require.
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service
Dealer or the factory, always know the model and
serial numbers of your product. These numbers will
help the Service Dealer or Service Representative
provide exact information about your specific
product. You will find the model and serial number
decal located in a unique place on the product
(Figs. 1 and 2).
For your convenience, write the product model and
serial numbers in the space below.
Model No.
Serial No.
Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate
and maintain your product correctly. Reading this
manual will help you and others avoid personal injury
and damage to the product. Although Toro designs,
produces and markets safe, state-of-the-art products,
you are responsible for using the product properly
and safely. You are also responsible for training
persons who you allow to use the product about safe
operation.
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 used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
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DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Two other words are also used to highlight
information. “Important” calls attention to special
mechanical information and “Note” emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Safety
Operator Safety
1. Read and understand this Operator’s Manual
before using this product. Be thoroughly familiar
with the proper use of this product.
2. Always wear eye protection that complies with
ANSI (American National Standards Institute)
Z87–1.
3. Always wear hearing protection.
4. Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and
gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry,
short pants, sandals, or go barefoot. Secure hair
so it is above shoulder length.
5. Never operate this Hedge Trimmer when you are
tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs
or medication.
6. Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can
cause death.
7. Keep handles clean of oil, fuel and dirt.
Power Hedge Trimmer Safety
1. Shut off the engine and wait until the cutting
blades have completely stopped moving before
checking, performing maintenance on or
working on the Hedge Trimmer.
2. Inspect the Hedge Trimmer before each use.
Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks.
Make sure all fasteners are in place and tightened
securely. Follow the maintenance instructions
beginning on page 9.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•The cutting blades are extremely sharp and
dangerous at all times.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•The cutting blades can cause severe cuts or
other serious injuries.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Do not touch the sharpened edges of the
cutting blades.
•Always wear gloves to help protect your
hands and fingers from injury
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3. Inspect the Hedge Trimmer cutting blades and
guide. Replace any parts that are cracked,
chipped or damaged before using the Hedge
Trimmer. Refer to Adjusting the Cutting Blades
on page 7.
4. Never use replacement parts that are not
approved by Toro.
5. Maintain the Hedge Trimmer according to the
recommended maintenance intervals and
procedures in the Maintenance section on
page 9.
6. If running problems or excessive vibration occur,
stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause. If the cause cannot be determined or is
beyond your ability to correct, return the Hedge
Trimmer to your servicing dealer for repair.
Fuel Safety
1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be
handled and stored carefully. Use a container
approved for fuel for storing gasoline and/or
fuel/oil mixture.
2. Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
3. Do not smoke near fuel or the Hedge Trimmer,
or while using the Hedge Trimmer.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4–1/2
inch (6mm–13mm) from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
6. Move the Trimmer at least 10 feet (3 m) away
from the fueling location before starting the
engine (Fig. 3).
7. Do not remove the Trimmer fuel tank cap while
the engine is running, or right after stopping the
engine.
8. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9. Drain the tank and run the engine dry before
storing the unit.
10. Store fuel and the Hedge Trimmer away from
open flame, sparks and excessive heat. Make
sure fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open
flames from water heaters, furnaces, electric
motors, etc.
Power Hedge Trimmer
Operating Safety
1. THIS HEDGE TRIMMER CAN CAUSE
SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instructions
carefully. Be familiar with all controls and the
proper use of the Hedge Trimmer.
2. Never allow children to operate the Trimmer.
3. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets.
4. The Trimmer blades are extremely sharp. Do not
put hands or feet near or under any moving parts.
Keep your body clear of the blades at all times.
5. Always keep the protective cover over the sharp
edges of the blades when the Trimmer is not
being used.
6. Use the Trimmer only in daylight or good
artificial light.
7. Inspect your work area before you begin.
Remove string, rope or similar materials which
can become entangled in the Trimmer blades.
8. Avoid hidden hazards. Watch for hidden objects
within your working area such as chain link
fences, cables, wires, telephone and power lines.
9. Never operate the Trimmer without proper
guards or other protective safety devices in
place.
10. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach. Do not operate the Trimmer while
standing on a ladder or similar temporary
support.
11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the
Trimmer for any job that is not recommended by
Toro.
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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. M266291)
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