Form No. 3351-953
Rake and VactBlower/Vacuum
Superblower Blower/Vacuum
Model No. 51573—Serial No. 250000001 and Up
Model No. 51591
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Asegúrese de indicar el modelo y el número de serie de su producto. The Toro Company, Attn: Parts Dept., 8111
Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN 55420--1196
Serial No. 250000001 and Up
Operator’s Manual
Warning
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: The power cord on this product
contains lead, a chemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING—To reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or injury, follow these safety
instructions.
To ensure maximum safety, best performance, and to
gain knowledge of the appliance, it is essential that
you or any other operator of the appliance read
and understand the contents of this manual before
operating the appliance. Pay particular attention to
the safety alert symbol
WARNING or DANGER—personal safety instruction.
Read and understand the instruction because it has
to do with safety. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury, risk or
fire, or electrical shock.
which means CAUTION,
Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug
from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
WARNING—To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not use the appliance on wet surfaces. Do not
expose it to rain. Store it indoors.
Do not allow appliance to be used as a toy. Do not
use near children. Do not let children use the
appliance.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
Dress properly. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
and all parts of the body away from openings and
moving parts. Be aware of the position of the blower
and the air inlets during operation. Loose clothing,
jewelry and hair can be drawn into the inlets (refer to
the following figure) and may result in personal injury.
Always wear substantial footwear, long pants, and
eye protection.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is
not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return
it to a service dealer.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges
or corners. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug, not the cord.
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8111 Lyndale Ave., Bloomington, MN 55420, USA
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All Rights Reserved
Register your product at www.Toro.com
Original Instructions (EN)
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Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
Do not use to vacuum up flammable or combustible
liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they
may be present.
This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use
only identical replacement parts. See instructions for
servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
Do not use without vac bag or proper attachments in
place.
This appliance is for household use only.
Safety/Instruction Decals
Important: Safety and instruction decals are located near areas of potential danger. Replace damaged or lost
decals.
100-9087
107-9968
1. Secure the cord in the cord lock as shown.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Assembly
Assembling the Blower
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1.
Important: You must install the blower tube before installing the inlet cover because the inlet cover hooks onto
the blower tube. The blower will not run unless the bottom inlet cover is locked in place.
Converting from Blower to
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2.
3.
Vacuum
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Caution
The impeller rotates for a few seconds after you
turn off the blower and can cut or injure fingers.
Do not remove the bottom inlet cover when the
motor is running or when the unit is plugged into
a power outlet.
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3.
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Note: Ensure that you line up the arrows.
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4.
Important: The vacuum will not run unless the
vacuum tube is locked in place.
5.
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6. Adjust the strap as
needed for comfortable
operation.
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Converting from Vacuum to
Blower
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Important: The blower will not run unless the bottom
inlet cover is locked in place.
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Operation
Important: This blower is intended for outdoor,
residential use only. Do not use it indoors or for
commercial or industrial purposes.
ConnectingtoaPower
Source
Use only a polarized (i.e., one blade is wider than the
other), UL listed (CSA certified in Canada) extension
cord recommended for outdoor use. A polarized plug
will fit in a polarized cord only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the cord, reverse the cord. If it still
does not fit, purchase a polarized extension cord. Do
not change the plug in any way.
Extension Cord Length MinimumWireGage(A.W.G.)
100 ft. 16
150 ft. 14
Note: Do not use an extension cord over 150 feet.
Starting/Stopping/
Adjusting the Air Speed
Warning
If you do not fully seat the extension cord on the
inlet plug, the loose plug could lead to
overheating and cause a fire, possibly burning
you or others.
Ensure that you fully seat the cord on the plug
and use the cord lock feature to secure the cord.
Important: Check the power cord frequently
during use for holes in the insulation. Do not use a
damaged cord. Do not run the cord through standing
water or wet grass.
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Using the Concentrator
Nozzle Accessory
Install the concentrator nozzle into the blower tube to
help reach into narrow spaces or to move matted
debris off of hard surfaces.
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Remove the concentrator nozzle when finished.
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