Operator's Manual

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FormNo.3447-408RevA

8inPoleSaw

ModelNo.51454—SerialNo.321000001andUp

Operator'sManual

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Form No. 3447-408 Rev A 8in Pole Saw Model No. 51454—Serial No. 321000001 and Up Operator's Manual For assistance, please see www.Toro.com/support for instructional videos or contact 1-888-384-9939 before returning this product. This pole saw is designed for trimming small branches and limbs up to 8 inches (20.3 cm) in diameter. It is to be used only by adults. Using this product for purposes other than its intended use could prove dangerous to you and bystanders.
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Safety these are connected and properly used. Using a dust collector can reduce dust-related hazards. Read All Instructions I. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area. J. Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a fraction of a second. K. Do not allow children or untrained people to operate or service this device.
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The following table lists the correct cord size depending on the length of the cord. If you are in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. C. D. E. Power tool plugs must match the outlet.
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6. Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back toward you. Pole Saw Safety A. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when the saw chain is moving. Ensure that the switch is off and the power source is disconnected when clearing jammed material. The saw chain continues to move after the you turn off the switch. Before you start the pole saw, ensure that the saw chain is not contacting anything.
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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 missing. Symbol Name Explanation AC Alternating current Type of current AMPS or A Amperes Current Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second) RPM Revolutions per minute Speed of string VOLTS or V Volts Voltage decal145-3111 145-3111 decal133-8054 133-8054 decal145-3115 145-3115 1.
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Setup 1 Installing the Bar and Chain No Parts Required Procedure DANGER Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury. • Disconnect the plug from the power source before adjusting or maintaining the pole saw. • Always wear gloves when adjusting or maintaining the pole saw. 1. Place the pole saw on a flat surface and ensure it is disconnected from the power source. 2.
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2 Assembling the Pole Saw No Parts Required Procedure 1. Unfold the sections of the handle (Figure 4). g358794 Figure 4 1. Handle pole section 3. Saw pole section 2. Middle pole section 2. Align the middle pole section with the end of the handle pole section. 3. Slide the collar on the handle pole section upwards and turn it clockwise to secure the sections together (Figure 5). g358798 Figure 5 4. Repeat this procedure to connect the saw pole section to the middle pole section.
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Operation Before Using the Pole Saw Before using the pole saw, do the following: • Check the chain tension; refer to Adjusting the Chain Tension (page 12). • Clean the pole saw components, inspect them for excessive wear or damage, and replace them as needed; refer to Servicing the Guide Bar, Chain, and Drive Sprocket (page 13). • Check the chain for sharpness and damage, and sharpen or replace as needed; refer to Sharpening the Chain (page 14).
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Starting the Pole Saw Cutting with the Pole Saw 1. Set the pole saw down on a level surface and remove the protective cover from the chain. 2. Ensure that the vents on the pole saw are free from dust and debris (Figure 8). WARNING Operating a pole saw improperly can cause serious personal injury or death. Read and follow all operating instructions carefully to avoid possible personal injury.
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5. Pruning a Tree Cut with the branch near the rear of the guide bar, close to the cutting guide; press the saw chain lightly against the wood and allow the weight of the pole saw to drive the cutting (Figure 11). WARNING Important: If the chain binds in the cut, do not attempt to free it by running the motor. Shut off the pole saw, disconnect the plug from the power source, and lift the limb while holding the saw; this should release the pinch and free the pole saw.
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Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Interval Before each use or daily Yearly or before storage Maintenance Procedure • • • • • Check the oil level and add bar and chain oil if necessary. Check that oil is flowing to the chain. Check the chain tension and adjust it if necessary. Ensure that the bar is straight and undamaged Check the chain for sharpness; contact an Authorized Service Dealer to have the chain sharpened or replaced.
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Adjusting the Chain Tension 5. Service Interval: Before each use or daily Ensure that the chain is properly tensioned. A loose chain shortens the life of the drive sprocket and the guide bar and may cause the chain to fall off. Adjust the chain tension using the chain tensioning screw (Figure 16), and then secure the side cover to the pole saw by turning the bar cover knob clockwise before checking the tension (Figure 15). • To tighten the chain, turn the chain tensioning screw clockwise.
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Servicing the Guide Bar, Chain, and Drive Sprocket Yearly or before storage g315856 Figure 18 Internal sections of the guide bar shown DANGER Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury. 1. Ensure that this channel connecting to the oil outlet is clean. • Disconnect the plug from the power source before adjusting or maintaining the pole saw. 2. Ensure that the bar sprocket is clean and rotates freely. • Always wear gloves when adjusting or maintaining the pole saw. 1.
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Installing the Guide Bar and Sharpening the Chain Yearly or before storage Chain A sharp chain ensures better cutting performance. DANGER The chain needs to be sharpened or replaced if you must force it onto the wood, or if it produces sawdust instead of full wood chips. Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury. Contact an Authorized Service Dealer to have the chain sharpened or replaced. • Disconnect the plug from the power source before adjusting or maintaining the pole saw.
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Troubleshooting Perform only the steps described in these instructions. All further inspection, maintenance, and repair work must be performed by an authorized service center or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself. Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The pole saw does not run or does not run continuously. 1. The machine is not connected to the power supply. 1.
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California Proposition 65 Warning Information What is this warning? You may see a product for sale that has a warning label like the following: WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm—www.p65Warnings.ca.gov. What is Prop 65? Prop 65 applies to any company operating in California, selling products in California, or manufacturing products that may be sold in or brought into California.