Maintenance; General Maintenance; Cleaning The Product; Servicing The Product - Toro 51948 Operator's Manual

Maintenance

Normal maintenance, replacement or repair of emission con-
trol devices and systems may be performed by any qualified
repair establishment or individual with original or equiva-
lent parts. Warranty and recall repairs must be performed
by an authorized service center; please contact customer
service for assistance.
WARNING:
Before inspecting, cleaning, or servicing the
machine, shut off engine, wait for all moving
parts to stop, and disconnect spark plug wire
and move it away from spark plug. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in serious
personal injury or property damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Head protection may also
be required depending on the type of attach-
ment used and as prescribed in the attachment's
Operator's Manual. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
When servicing, use only recommended or
equivalent replacement parts. Use of any other
parts could result in a personal injury hazard or
property damage.
NOTICE:
Periodically inspect the entire product for dam-
aged, missing, or loose parts such as screws,
nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasten-
ers and caps and do not operate this product
until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.
Please contact customer service or a qualified
service center for assistance.

General Maintenance

Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use
clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, lubricant, grease, etc.
Maintenance
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating lubricants,
etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemi-
cals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which
can result in serious personal injury.

Cleaning the Product

1. Stop the product before cleaning.
2. Clean the exterior of the product with a damp cloth.
3. Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most
plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of
commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
4. Wipe or scrape the trimmer head and spool area when
they accumulate dirt or clippings.
5. Scrape debris away from air intake vents on both sides of
the motor housing.
NOTICE:
Keeping air intake vents free of grass and debris
prevents motor overheating and possible failure.

Servicing the Product

Check and tighten all fasteners. If any part is damaged or
lost, repair it or replace it.

Checking the Fuel Cap, Tank, and Lines

WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap, tank,
or line is a fire hazard and must be replaced
immediately. If you find any leaks, correct the
problem before using the product. Failure to do
so could result in a fire that could cause serious
personal injury.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable filter and check
valve. A clogged fuel filter causes poor engine performance.
If performance improves when the fuel cap is loosened,
the check valve may be faulty or the filter may be clogged.
Replace the fuel cap if necessary.
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