Toro 51985, 51986 Operator's Manual
Form No. 3373-444 Rev. A
POWERVAC
™
Model No. 51985—312000001 & Up
Model No. 51986—312000001 & Up
NOTICE: Do not use E15 or
E85 fuel (or fuel containing
greater than 10% ethanol) in
this product. It is a violation of
federal law and will damage the
unit and void your warranty.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the Operator’s Manual. Save this manual.
If you have questions concerning
your blower, please call us
at 1-866-574-9242 (US) or
1-866-574-9243 (Canada).
English (EN), French (FR), and Spanish (ES)
READ THIS INFORMATION
STOP
Before you use your new Powervac™, read the following helpful hints to
get you started.
Fueling
WARNING:
Gasoline and its vapors are highly ammable and
explosive. To prevent serious personal injury and
property damage, handle it with care. Keep away
from ignition sources and open ames, handle
outdoors only, do not smoke and wipe up spills
immediately.
1. Obtain a clean container that is approved for use with gasoline.
2. Mix all of the 2-cycle oil provided with 1 US gallon of 87-octane, unleaded
gasoline (50:1).
3. Fill the blower’s fuel tank carefully.
Cold Starting vs. Warm Starting
When you restart the blower and you are not sure whether the engine is still warm, set the choke
lever to RUN, lock the throttle wide open, and pull the recoil starter grip. If the engine does not start
within 5 pulls, refer to “To Start a Cold Engine” later in this manual.
Flooded Engine
If the engine does not start, it may be ooded. Relax, this is easy to correct. Set the choke lever to
RUN. Lock the throttle wide open and pull the recoil starter grip quickly for 10 to 12 pulls.
If the engine still does not start, refer to “Troubleshooting” later in this manual.
For questions concerning your blower,
call us toll free at 1-866-574-9242 (US) or
CALL
1-866-574-9242 (US) or
1-866-574-9243 (Canada)
California Proposition 65
WARNING: This product, its exhaust, and other substances that may become airborne
from its use may contain chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
1-866-574-9243 (Canada).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................................4
General Safety Rules .....................................................................................................................................................................5
Specic Safety Rules ....................................................................................................................................................................6
Symbols.........................................................................................................................................................................................7
Product Labels ..............................................................................................................................................................................8
Features ................................................................................................................................................................................... 9-10
Product Specications ...........................................................................................................................................................9
Know Your Blower/Vacuum ................................................................................................................................................ 10
Assembly................................................................................................................................................................................11-13
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Packing List .........................................................................................................................................................................11
Tools Needed .......................................................................................................................................................................11
Assembling The Blower Tubes ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Grounding Instructions ........................................................................................................................................................12
Installing the Vacuum Handle .............................................................................................................................................. 12
Installing the Vacuum Bag ................................................................................................................................................... 12
Installing the Vacuum Tubes ................................................................................................................................................13
Operation ............................................................................................................................................................................... 14-17
Applications .........................................................................................................................................................................14
Fueling and Refueling ..........................................................................................................................................................14
Oxygenated Fuels ................................................................................................................................................................14
Starting and Stopping .................................................................................................................................................... 14-15
Operating the Blower ..................................................................................................................................................... 15-16
Throttle Lock ................................................................................................................................................................. 16-17
Vacuum Operation ...............................................................................................................................................................17
Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................................................... 18-21
General Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................................................18
Cleaning the Air Filter .........................................................................................................................................................18
Cleaning the Exhaust Port, Mufer and Spark Arrestor ......................................................................................................19
Vacuum Bag .........................................................................................................................................................................19
Fuel Cap ...............................................................................................................................................................................19
Spark Plug Replacement ......................................................................................................................................................20
Storing the Product ..............................................................................................................................................................20
High Altitude Engine Operation ..........................................................................................................................................21
Emissions Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................................................................21
Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................................................................................................22
Warranty ................................................................................................................................................................................ 23-24
Table of Contents
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.
We would like for you to be completely satised with your new product, so feel free to contact an authorized service dealer
for help with service, genuine Toro parts, or other information you may require.
Whenever you contact an authorized service dealer, always know the model and serial numbers of the product. These numbers will help the service representative provide exact information about your specic product. You will nd the model and
serial number data label located on the bottom of the housing.
For your convenience, write the product model and serial numbers in the space below.
Model No.
Serial No.
Data
Label
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 you
allow to use the product about safe operation.
The Toro warning system in this manual identies potential hazards and has special safety messages that help you and others
avoid personal injury, even death. DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are signal words that identify the level of hazard.
However, regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful. Two other words, “Important” and “Note,” highlight information.
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Introduction
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric
shock, re and/or carbon monoxide poisoning which will cause death or serious personal injury.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this
unit.
Never start or run the engine inside a closed area; breath-
ing exhaust fumes can kill.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to
comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection.
Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into
your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft.
away.
Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves.
Do not wear loose tting clothing, short pants, sandals,
jewelry of any kind, or go barefoot.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with objects being
drawn into rotating parts, do not wear loose clothing,
scarves, neck chains, etc.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in any rotating parts.
Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under
the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
Do not operate in poor lighting.
Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts
and all hot surfaces of the unit.
Wear a face lter mask in dusty conditions to reduce the
risk of injury associated with the inhalation of dust.
Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects
such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which
can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
Keep rm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-
reaching can result in loss of balance or exposure to hot
surfaces.
Never operate the unit without a spark arrestor screen;
this screen is located inside the mufer.
Product users on United States Forest Service land, and
in some states, must comply with re prevention regulations. This product is equipped with a spark arrestor;
however, other user requirements may apply. Check with
the federal, state, or local authorities in your area.
Before storing, allow the engine to cool.
Empty fuel tank into a container approved for gasoline
and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in
a vehicle.
Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and
accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard
or cause product damage.
Maintain the unit per maintenance instructions in this
Operator’s Manual.
Inspect the unit before each use for loose fasteners, fuel
leaks, etc. Replace damaged parts.
Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable
support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better
control of the blower in unexpected situations.
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the
engine and make certain all moving parts have stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away
from the plug to prevent starting.
Service on the blower must be performed by qualied
repair personnel only. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualied personnel could result in injury to the user
or damage to the product.
General Safety Rules
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Always hold the blower in your right hand during blower
operation. Refer to the Operation instructions later in
this manual for proper position during blower operation
and additional information.
To reduce the risk of hearing loss associated with sound
level(s), hearing protection is required.
To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting
rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or
removing attachments. Always disconnect the spark plug
before performing maintenance or accessing any movable parts.
Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people
or pets.
Never run the unit without the blower tubes installed.
Never place objects inside the blower tubes.
Use only as directed in this operator’s manual.
Never place blower on any surface, except a hard, clean
surface when engine is running. Gravel, sand, and other
debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown at the
operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.
Never use blower near res, replaces, hot ashes, barbe-
cue pits, etc., which may cause re to spread.
Never use to spread chemicals, fertilizers, or other sub-
stances that may contain toxic materials.
This product is intended for infrequent use by homeown-
ers and other occasional users for such general applica-
tions as blowing leaves and lawn clippings, etc. It is not
intended for prolonged use. Prolonged periods of opera-
tion can cause circulatory problems in the user’s hands
due to vibration. For such use, it may be appropriate to
use a product having an anti-vibration feature.
Fueling
Fuel is highly ammable. Take precautions and handle
fuel with care to reduce the risk of re and burn injuries.
Store fuel in a cool, well-ventilated area, safely away
from spark and/or ame-producing equipment.
Mix and store fuel in a container approved for gasoline.
Mix fuel outdoors where there are no sparks or ames.
Add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove
the cap of the fuel tank or add fuel while the engine is
running or when the engine is hot.
Do not smoke while handling fuel.
Loosen fuel cap slowly to release pressure and to keep
fuel from escaping around the cap.
Tighten the fuel cap securely after refueling.
Wipe spilled fuel from the unit. Move 30 feet away from
refueling site before starting engine.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
To reduce the risk of re and burn injury, handle fuel
with care. It is highly ammable.
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine but
move the machine away from the area of spillage and
avoid creating any source of ignition until fuel vapors
have dissipated.
Never attempt to burn off spilled fuel under any
circumstances.
Replace all fuel tank and container caps securely.
Empty fuel tank into a container approved for gasoline
and restrain the unit from moving before transporting in
a vehicle.
When draining the fuel tank, use an approved fuel
storage container in a well-ventilated area.
Select bare ground, stop engine, and allow to cool before
refueling.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use
them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan
someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.
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Specific Safety Rules
SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this
product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTICE:
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning for safe
operation of this product.
SYMBOL NAME EXPLANATION
Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
Read Operator’s Manual
Wear Eye and Hearing
Protection
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates important information not related
to an injury hazard, such as a situation that may result in property damage.
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand opera-
tor’s manual before using this product.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1 as well as hearing protection when operating
this equipment.
Symbols
Ricochet
Vacuum Door Do not run unit while vacuum door is unsecured.
Long Hair Risk of long hair being drawn into air inlet.
Blower Tubes Do not run unit without tubes in place.
Loose Clothing Risk of loose clothing being drawn into air intake.
Gasoline and Lubricant
Stop symbol
Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or
property damage.
Use unleaded gasoline intended for motor vehicle use with an octane rating of 87 [(R + M) / 2] or higher. This product is powered
by a 2-cycle engine and requires pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle
lubricant.
To stop the engine, press and hold the stop switch in the stop
position
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PRODUCT LABELS
®
®
Product labels and instructions are easily visible to the operator and are located near any area of potential danger.
Replace damaged or lost labels.
Part No. 940835003Part No. 940654088
Part No. 940657043 Part No. 940908001 Part No. 940865001
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Product Labels
FEATURES
Product Specifications
Name Specification
Weight 9.7 lbs (4.4 kg)
Engine 25.4cc Full Crank
Air Velocity
MPH Up to 160 (257.5 kph)
CFM Up to 420 (11.89 m3/min)
Raised Slot
Vacuum Bag
Shoulder Strap
Throttle
Lock
Lower Vacuum
Tube
Vacuum Tube
Screw
Vacuum Bag
Upper Vacuum
Upper Handle
Starter Grip
and Rope
Air Filter
Cover Knob
Primer Bulb
Tube
Throttle
Trigger
Main
Housing
Spark Plug
Choke Lever
Muffler
Features
Vacuum Handle
Fuel Cap
Figure 1
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FEATURES
Stop Switch
Muffler
Upper Blower Tube
Sweeper Nozzle
Know Your Blower/Vacuum
See Figures 1 - 2.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the
information on the tool and in this operator’s manual as well
as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating
features and safety rules.
Blower Tube and Nozzle
The blower tubes can be assembled and installed on the
main housing using no tools.
Throttle Lock
The throttle lock feature allows the user to operate the
blower without holding the throttle trigger. To slow the
engine speed, simply push the throttle lock forward.
Engine
The blower has a powerful 25.4cc engine with sufcient
power to handle tough blowing and vacuuming jobs.
Mulcher
The blower is equipped with a metal mulching blade that
efciently reduces leaves at a 10:1 ratio.
Throttle Trigger
Throttle
Lock
Upper Handle
Main
Housing
Vacuum Inlet
Door
Figure 2
Sweeper Nozzle
The sweeper nozzle allows for more area to be covered during blower operation.
Throttle Trigger
The blower can be operated at any speed between idle and
full throttle.
Vacuum/Mulcher
Converting the blower to a vacuum/mulcher is simple and
can be done using a straight screwdriver.
Vacuum Bag
The vacuum bag attaches to the main housing easily by using the vacuum bag adaptor.
Vacuum Handle
This feature allows user to perform vacuuming duties com-
fortably.
Vacuum Tubes
The vacuum tubes can be installed on the main housing using a at head screw driver.
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Features
ASSEMBLY
Unpacking
This product requires assembly.
Carefully remove the product and any accessories from
the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing
list are included.
WARNING:
Do not use this product if any parts on the Pack-
ing List are already assembled to your product
when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not as-
sembled to the product by the manufacturer and
require customer installation. Use of a product
that may have been improperly assembled could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create
accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modication is
misuse and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause
serious personal injury, always disconnect the
engine spark plug wire from the spark plug
when assembling parts.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage
or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have
carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the
product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call
1-866-574-9242 (US) or 1-866-574-9243 (Canada) for
assistance.
Packing List
Blower
Grounding Wire
Upper Blower Tube
Sweeper Nozzle
Vacuum Handle
Vacuum Handle Knobs (2)
Upper and Lower Vacuum Tubes
Vacuum Tube Screws (2)
Vacuum Bag Assembly
Vacuum Bag Adaptor
2-Cycle Engine Lubricant
Operator’s Manual
Note: Read and remove all hang tags and store with your
operator’s manual.
Tools Needed
The following tool (not included or drawn to scale) is
needed for assembly:
Flat Head Screwdriver
Assembling the Blower Tubes
See Figure 3.
1. Align raised tabs on main housing to the slots on upper
tube; slide together and tighten securely by twisting.
Check tightness after initial run and retighten if needed.
2. Secure the sweeper nozzle and upper blower tube
together by aligning the raised locking tab on the upper
blower tube with the raised slot on the sweeper nozzle.
3. To disassemble, rotate the tube and nozzle to unlock
them and remove from the main housing outlet.
Main Housing
Outlet
Raised
Locking Tab
WARNING:
If any parts are damaged or missing do not
operate this product until the parts are replaced.
Use of this product with damaged or missing
parts could result in serious personal injury.
Assembly
Sweeper
Nozzle
Upper Blower
Tube
Raised
Locking
Tab
Figure 3
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Grounding Instructions
See Figure 4.
A grounding wire is provided to help prevent static shock
when using the vacuum in low humidity conditions.
Installing the Vacuum Handle
See Figure 4.
1. Connect one end of the grounding wire to the ground-
ing tab located beneath the recoil housing.
2. Connect the other end of the grounding wire to one of
the vacuum handle knob posts.
3. Insert vacuum handle into the base of main housing.
4. Secure vacuum handle in place using vacuum handle
knobs.
Recoil
Housing
Upper
Handle
Grounding
Tab
Grounding
Wire
Installing the Vacuum Bag
See Figures 5 - 6.
1. Remove the sweeper nozzle and upper blower tube
from the main housing by twisting and removing from
main housing outlet.
Adaptor
Vacuum Bag
Figure 5
2. Unzip the vacuum bag and place the adaptor inside
as shown. Push the vacuum bag adaptor through the
opening opposite the zipper. The wider end of the adaptor will remain on the inside of the vacuum bag when
installed properly.
Main
Adaptor Installed
in Vacuum Bag
Housing
Outlet
Recoil
Housing
Vacuum
Handle
Vacuum
Handle
Knobs
Figure 4
Raised
Slot
3. Align the raised slots on the vacuum bag adaptor with
the raised locking tabs on the main housing outlet; push
the bag adaptor onto the housing. Twist to lock into
place.
4. Rotate the vacuum bag until the shoulder strap is up-
right.
5. Make sure the vacuum bag is zipped and closed before
starting the unit.
Raised
Locking
Tab
Figure 6
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Assembly
Installing the Vacuum Tubes
See Figures 7 - 8.
WARNING:
Rotating impeller blades can cause severe
injury. Always stop the engine and ensure
impeller blades have stopped rotating before
opening the vacuum door or installing/changing
tubes. Do not put hands or any other object into
the vacuum tubes while they are installed on the
unit.
To install the vacuum tubes:
1. Secure the upper and lower vacuum tubes together by
aligning the raised locking tabs with the raised slots.
2. Tap tube assembly on ground until the screw holes
in lower tube are in the raised slot of the upper tube.
Secure with supplied screws. See gure 1.
3. Depress door tab using a straight screwdriver and open
vacuum inlet door.
4. Align screw mounts on vacuum opening with screws on
vacuum tube assembly.
5. Turning clockwise, tighten screws on upper vacuum
tube to secure to main housing.
Door Tab
Inlet Door
Upper
Vacuum
Tube
To remove the vacuum tubes:
1. Loosen screws of the upper vacuum tube by turning
counterclockwise.
2. Remove the vacuum tube assembly from the main
housing.
3. Close the inlet cover door securely.
Vacuum
Opening
Screw
Screw
Mount
Figure 8
Vacuum Bag
Assembly
Vacuum
Door
Hinge
Vacuum Inlet
Door
Figure 7
Assembly
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Operation
WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with tools to make you
careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a
second is sufcient to inict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Operation of this equipment may create sparks
that can start res around dry vegetation. A spark
arrestor may be required. The operator should
contact local re agencies for laws or regulations
relating to re prevention requirements.
Applications
You may use this tool for the purposes listed below:
Clear leaves and other debris from your lawn
Keep decks and driveways free from leaves and pine
needles
Vacuuming leaves from your lawn
Fueling and Refueling
WARNING:
Gasoline is extremely ammable and explosive.
A re or explosion from gasoline will burn you
and others. Always shut off engine before fuel-
ing. Never add fuel to a machine with a running
or hot engine. Move at least 30 ft. from refuel-
ing site before starting engine. Do not smoke
and stay away from open ames and sparks.
Failure to safely handle fuel could result in serious personal injury.
Fuel Mixture
This product is powered by a 2-cycle engine and requires
pre-mixing gasoline and 2-cycle lubricant. Pre-mix unleaded
gasoline and 2-cycle engine lubricant in a clean container
approved for gasoline. DO NOT mix quantities larger than
usable in a 30-day period.
Recommended fuel: This engine is certied to operate on
unleaded gasoline intended for automotive use.
Note: We recommend you use high-quality synthetic 2-cycle
lubricant in this product. Mix at 2.6 oz. per gallon (US).
Do not use automotive lubricant or 2-cycle outboard
lubricant.
HIGH QUALITY 2-CYCLE ENGINE LUBRICANT
GASOLINE LUBRICANT
1.0 gal. (US) (3.8 liter) 2.6 oz. (76 ml)
2.5 gal. (US) (9.5 liter) 6.4 oz. (189 ml)
Filling the Tank
1. Clean the surface around the fuel cap to prevent con-
tamination.
2. Loosen the fuel cap slowly, by turning it counterclock-
wise.
3. Pour the fuel mixture carefully into the tank.
4. Clean and inspect the fuel cap gasket before replacing
the fuel cap.
5. Replace the fuel cap and tighten it by turning it clock-
wise.
6. Wipe spilled fuel from the product.
7. Move at least 30 ft. (9 m) away from refueling area
before starting the product.
Note: It is normal for smoke to be emitted from a new
engine during rst use.
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a re
hazard and must be replaced immediately. If
you nd any leaks, correct the problem before
using the product. Failure to do so could result
in a re that could cause serious personal injury.
Oxygenated Fuels
NOTICE: DO NOT USE E15 OR E85 FUEL (OR FUEL
CONTAINING GREATER THAN 10% ETHANOL) IN
THIS PRODUCT. IT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL
LAW AND WILL DAMAGE THE UNIT AND VOID
YOUR WARRANTY.
Note: Fuel system damage or performance problems
resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing
more than the percentages of oxygenates stated below are
not covered under warranty.
Ethanol. Gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume
(commonly referred to as E10) is acceptable. E15 and E85
are not.
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Operation
Starting and Stopping
See Figures 9 - 10.
To start a cold engine:
DO NOT squeeze the throttle trigger until the engine starts
and runs.
1. Set the Powervac™ on a at, bare surface.
2. Slowly press the primer bulb 8 times.
Note: After the 8th press, fuel should be visible in the
primer bulb. If it is not, continue to press the primer
until you see fuel in the bulb.
3. Place the choke lever in the FULL CHOKE position.
4. Pull throttle lock back to lock the throttle wide open.
5. Pull the starter grip and rope sharply until engine at-
tempts to run. Do not pull the starter grip more than
four (4) times.
6. Set the choke lever in the HALF CHOKE position.
7. Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs. Do
not pull the starter grip more than six (6) times.
Note: If the engine does not start, return to the FULL
CHOKE position and repeat steps 3 through 6 again.
8. Allow the engine to run for 20 seconds, then place the
choke lever in the RUN position.
Note: In cooler environments, additional pulls of the
starter handle may be required with the choke lever in
the FULL CHOKE position.
To start warm engine:
1. Place the choke lever in the RUN position.
2. Pull throttle lock back to lock the throttle wide open.
3. Pull the starter grip and rope until the engine runs.
Note: If the engine does not start, repeat steps 3
through 7 again.
To stop the engine:
1. Press and hold the stop switch in the stop (O) position
until the engine stops. The switch will automatically
return to the on (I) position when released.
Stop
Throttle
Trigger
Switch
Half
Full
Choke
Choke
FULL
HALF
RUN
FULL
HALF
RUN
Run
Position
FULL
HALF
RUN
Figure 10
Operating the Blower
See Figures 11 - 12.
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the blower tubes
installed or the vacuum door securely closed.
Failure to follow these steps could result in pos-
sible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
1. Start the blower. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual. Hold the blower with the upper handle
in your right hand.
Primer Bulb
Operation
Choke
Lever
Starter
Grip and
Rope
Figure 9
WARNING:
Always hold the blower away from your body
with the handle in your right hand when operat-
ing as a blower, keeping clearance between your
body and the product. The mufer side of the
blower should be away from your body. Any
contact with the housing can result in burns and/
or other serious personal injury.
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WARNING:
Do not place blower on top of or near loose
debris or gravel. Debris may be sucked into
blower intake vent resulting in possible damage
to the unit and could result in serious personal
injury.
2. To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer
edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the
center of a pile.
3. Operate power equipment at reasonable hours only - not
early in the morning or late at night when people might
be disturbed. Comply with the times listed in local
ordinances.
4. To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of
equipment used at any one time.
5. Conserve water by using power blowers instead of
hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including
areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches,
and gardens.
6. Operate blower at the lowest possible throttle speed to
do the job.
7. Check your equipment before operation, especially the
mufer, air intakes, and air lters.
8. Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing.
9. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when
water is available.
Proper Operating Position
10. Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly
washed cars, and blow debris safely away.
11. Use the sweeper nozzle so the air stream can work close
to the ground.
12. After using blowers or other equipment, CLEAN UP!
Dispose of debris properly.
13. Use the sweeper nozzle for the everyday blowing op-
eration. This nozzle allows for more area to be covered
during the blowing operation.
Sweeper Nozzle
Figure 12
Throttle Lock
See Figure 13
The throttle lock can be used to operate the blower without
holding the throttle trigger.
To engage the throttle lock:
1. Pull throttle lock back towards user, and stop at the
desired throttle setting.
2. To release the throttle lock, push throttle lock all the
way towards the front of unit.
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Figure 11
Throttle Lock
Throttle Trigger
Figure 13
Operation
Vacuum Operation
See Figure 14.
WARNING:
Never run the unit without the vacuum tubes
and vacuum bag installed. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING:
Keep the mufer and all hot surfaces of the
blower/vacuum away from your body. Failure
to do so could result in possible serious personal
injury.
6. Always point vacuum tube downhill when working on a
hillside.
7. To avoid injury to the operator or unit, do not pick up
rocks, broken glass, bottles, or other similar objects.
8. If the vacuum tubes should clog, stop the engine and
disconnect the spark plug wire before cleaning out the
obstruction.
9. Remove the vacuum tubes and clear the debris from
the blower fan housing. Remove the bag and clear the
adaptor. A small rod or stick may be required to clear
the entire tube length. Ensure that all debris has been
cleared before reassembling the vacuum tubes.
Proper Operating Position
Hold Muffler Away From Body And Clothing
1. Install the vacuum tubes, vacuum handle, and bag.
Refer to the Assembly section earlier in this manual.
2. Start the engine. Refer to Starting and Stopping earlier
in this manual.
3. Place the vacuum bag strap over your right shoulder.
Hold the upper handle in your left hand and the vacuum
handle in your right hand.
4. Move the vacuum from side to side along outer edge of
the debris. To avoid clogging, do not place the vacuum
tube directly into the debris pile.
5. Hold the engine higher than the inlet end of the vacuum
tube.
Figure 14
Operation
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical Toro
replacement parts. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields
marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with
hearing protection. Failure to do so could result
in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
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.
Cleaning Air Filter
See Figure 15.
A wet or dirty air lter can affect the way the engine starts,
performs, and wears. The air lter should be checked and
cleaned after 5 hours of operation. Inspect and clean more
frequently if used in dusty dirty conditions.
For best performance, the air lter should be replaced every
25 hours or yearly.
To clean the air lter:
1. Loosen the knob on the air lter cover.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Lift the edge of the air lter carefully and peel it out.
4. Wash the air lter with warm, soapy water.
5. Rinse and squeeze to dry.
6. Reinstall the air lter.
Note: Make sure the lter is seated properly inside the
cover. Installing the lter incorrectly will allow dirt to
enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear.
7. Install the air lter cover.
8. Tighten knob to secure.
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, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake uids, gasoline,
petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc.,
come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals
can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which
may result in serious personal injury.
Air Filter
Knob
Air Filter
Cover
Figure 15
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Maintenance
Cleaning the Exhaust Port, Muffler,
and Spark Arrestor
See Figure 16.
WARNING:
Stop engine, remove spark plug boot, and allow
engine and mufer to cool before replacing
the spark arrestor. Contact with a hot mufer
or engine could cause burns or other serious
personal injuries.
Note: Depending on the type of fuel used, the type and
amount of lubricant used, and/or your operating conditions,
the exhaust port, mufer, and/or spark arrestor screen may
become blocked with carbon deposits. If you notice a power
loss with your gas powered tool, you may need to remove
these deposits to restore performance. We highly recom-
mend that only qualied service technicians perform this
service.
The spark arrestor may need to be cleaned or replaced after
repeated use. If replacement is necessary, use Toro part
number 000998216.
To replace the spark arrestor:
1. Remove the ve screws that hold the cover.
Note: Removing these screws requires the use of a T20
and T25 torx screwdriver.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Remove the two screws holding the mufer assembly in
place.
4. Remove the mufer assembly and mufer gasket. It
may be necessary to work the mufer assembly free
from the mufer gasket.
5. Separate the mufer cover from the mufer.
6. Remove the three screws that hold the plates on the
mufer.
7. Remove the spark arrestor.
8. Replace the old spark arrestor with the new one.
9. Assemble the mufer by reinstalling the plates and
tightening the three screws (torque to 18 in.lb
[2.03 Nm] minimum, 22 in.lb. [2.48 Nm] maximum).
10. Reassemble the mufer and mufer cover and attach to
the mufer gasket with the two screws.
11. Reinsert the mufer assembly and tighten two screws to
engine (torque to 60 in.lb [6.78 Nm] minimum, 80 in.lb.
[9.04 Nm] maximum).
12. Reinstall the cover on the tool and fasten with the ve
screws (torque to 30 in.lb [2.85 Nm] minimum,
45 in.lb. [4.28 Nm] maximum).
Note: Do not over-tighten screws.
WARNING:
To avoid a re hazard, never run the Powervac™
without the spark arrestor in place.
Vacuum Bag
A dirty bag will reduce performance. To clean the bag, turn it
inside out and shake. Wash the bag in soapy water at least once
a year. Replacement parts available online at www.toro.com.
Cover
Screw
Muffler
Gasket
Muffler
Spark
Arrestor
Plate
Screw(s)
Muffler
Cover
Screw(s)
Figure 16
Fuel Cap
WARNING:
Check for fuel leaks. A leaking fuel cap is a re
hazard and must be replaced immediately. If
you nd any leaks, correct the problem before
using the product. Failure to do so could result
in a re that could cause serious personal injury.
The fuel cap contains a non-serviceable lter and a check
valve. A clogged fuel lter will cause poor engine per-
formance. If performance improves when the fuel cap is
loosened, the check valve may be faulty or lter clogged.
Replace the fuel cap if required.
Maintenance
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Spark Plug Replacement
See Figure 17.
This engine uses a RCJ6Y or RCJ4 spark plug. Use an exact
replacement every 25 hours or annually.
1. Remove the spark plug boot.
2. Loosen the spark plug by turning it counterclockwise
with a socket.
3. Remove the spark plug.
4. Inspect the new spark plug. The spark plug must
be properly gapped and free of deposits in order to
ensure proper engine operation. The correct gap is
approximately 0.025 in. (0.64 mm). To widen gap, if
necessary, carefully bend the ground (top) electrode.
To lessen gap, gently tap ground electrode on a hard
surface.
5. Hand thread the new spark plug into the cylinder , turn-
ing it clockwise.
6. Tighten with a socket. (torque to 170 in.lb. [19.21 Nm]
minimum, 190 in.lb. [21.47 Nm] maximum.) Do not
over-tighten.
NOTICE:
Be careful not to cross-thread the spark plug.
Cross-threading will seriously damage the
product.
Storing The Product
1. Clean all foreign material from the product. Store unit
indoors in a dry, well-ventilated area that is inaccessible
to children. Keep away from corrosive agents such as
garden chemicals, fertilizer, and de-icing salts.
2. Abide by all ISO and local regulations for the safe stor-
age and handling of gasoline.
Spark Plug Boot
Spark
Plug
Figure 17
When storing 1 month or longer:
1. Drain all fuel from tank into a container approved for
gasoline.
2. Drained fuel can be safely disposed of by using it in
your non-diesel car or truck. Run engine until it stops.
3. Place choke lever in the FULL CHOKE position.
4. Pull throttle lock back to lock the throttle.
5. Attempt to start the engine ve (5) more times.
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Maintenance
HIGH ALTITUDE ENGINE OPERATION:
Please have an authorized service center adjust this engine if it is to be run above 2000 feet. Failure to do so may
result in poor engine performance and increased emissions. An engine adjusted for high altitudes can not be run at
2000 feet or lower. In doing so, the engine will overheat and cause serious engine damage. Please have an autho-
rized service center restore high altitude modied engines to the original factory specication before operating
below 2000 feet.
THIS PRODUCT WAS MANUFACTURED WITH A CATALYST MUFFLER
Congratulations! You have made an investment toward protecting the environment. In order to maintain this product’s origi-
nal emission level, please refer to the maintenance section below.
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Inspect Clean Clean or Replace Replace
Maintenance Before Every Every 25 Hours Every
Part Each Use 5 Hours or Yearly 125 Hours
* CATALYTIC MUFFLER ASSEMBLY ................................................................................................................. X
SPARK SCREEN .......................................................................................................... X
* AIR FILTER ASSY
includes:
Filter .......................................................................................X
* CARBURETOR ASSY
includes:
Gaskets .......................................... X
* FUEL TANK ASSY
includes:
Fuel Lines ...................................... X
Fuel Cap ........................................ X
Fuel Filter ...................................................................................................................... X
* IGNITION ASSY
includes:
Spark Plug ..................................................................................................................... X
*NOTICE: THE USE OF EMISSION CONTROL COMPONENTS OTHER THAN THOSE DESIGNED FOR THIS
UNIT IS A VIOLATION OF FEDERAL LAW.
1-866-574-9242 (US) or
1-866-574-9243 (Canada)
Maintenance
CALL
CALL US FIRST
For any questions about operating or maintaining your product,
call the Toro® Help Line!
Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure
your complete satisfaction.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
IF THESE SOLUTIONS DO NOT SOLVE THE PROBLEM, CONTACT YOUR AUTHORIZED SERVICING DEALER.
PROBLEM CAUSE REMEDY
Engine fails to start.
Engine hard to start.
Engine lacks power.
Engine overheats.
1. No fuel in tank.
2. Spark plug shorted or fouled.
3. Spark plug is broken (cracked porcelain
or electrodes broken).
4. Ignition lead wire shorted, broken, or
disconnected from spark plug.
5. Ignition inoperative.
1. Water in gasoline or stale fuel mixture.
2. Too much oil in fuel mixture.
3. Engine is under or over-choked.
4. Weak spark at spark plug.
1. Air lter clogged.
2. Spark plug fouled.
3. Spark arrestor/mufer/exhaust port
deposits.
1. Insufcient oil in fuel mixture. 1. Mix fuel and oil as described in starting
1. Fill tank with fresh fuel/oil mixture.
2. Replace spark plug.
3. Replace spark plug.
4. Replace lead wire or attach to spark plug.
5. Contact authorized service center.
1. Drain entire system and rell with fresh fuel/oil
mixture.
2. Drain and rell with correct fresh fuel/oil
mixture.
3. Adjust choke as necessary.
4. Contact authorized service center.
1. Clean/replace the air lter.
2. Replace the spark plug.
3. Clean/replace spark arrestor /mufer parts as
required.
instructions.
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WARRANTY
THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED UNDER
LICENSE FROM THE TORO COMPANY BY
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Techtronic Industries north America, Inc. warrants to the
original retail purchaser that this Blower/Vacuum Product is
free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to
repair or replace, at our option, any defective Product free of
charge within these time periods from the date of purchase:
Three years for Blower/Vacuum Products, if the Prod-
uct is used for personal, family, or household use;
90 days, if Blower/Vacuum Products are used for any
other purpose, such as commercial or rental.
Three years for emissions control systems on Blower/
Vacuum Products used for any purpose, as provided
below.
Except as provided in the Emission Control Warranty Statement, this warranty extends to the original retail purchaser
only and commences on the date of original retail purchase.
Instructions for Obtaining Warranty
Service
Any part of the Product manufactured or supplied by
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. and found in
the reasonable judgement of Techtronic Industries North
America, Inc. to be defective in material or workmanship
will be repaired or replaced by an authorized service dealer
for this product without charge for parts and labor. To locate
your nearest authorized service dealer for this product, con-
tact us Toll free at 1-866-574-9242 (US) or 1-866-574-9243
(Canada).
The Product including any defective part must be returned
to an Authorized Service Dealer for this product within the
warranty period. The expense of delivering the Blower/
Vacuum Product to the service dealer for warranty work and
the expense of returning it back to the owner after repair
or replacement will be paid for by the owner. Techtronic
Industries North America. Inc.’s responsibility in respect to
claims is limited to making the required repairs or replace-
ments and no claim of breach of warranty shall be cause
for cancellation or rescission of the contract of sale of any
Product. Proof of purchase will be required by the dealer to
substantiate any warranty claim. All warranty work must
be performed by a service dealer authorized by Techtronic
Industries North America, Inc. to service this product.
This warranty does not cover any Blower/Vacuum Product
that has been subject to misuse, neglect, negligence, or accident, or that has been operated in any way contrary to the
operating instructions as specied in the operator’s manual.
This warranty does not apply to any damage to the Blower/
Vacuum Product that is the result of improper maintenance
or to any Blower/Vacuum Product that has been altered or
modied so as to adversely affect the products operation,
performance or durability or that has been altered or modied so as to change its intended use. The warranty does
not extend to repairs made necessary by normal wear or by
the use of parts or accessories which are either incompat-
ible with the Blower/Vacuum Product or adversely affect its
operation, performance or durability.
In addition, this warranty does not cover the following
(except to the extent covered by the emissions control
warranty set forth below):
A. Tune-ups – Spark Plugs, Carburetor Adjustments, Filters
B. Wear Items – Starter Pulley, Starter Ropes, Mulch-
ing Blades, Blower Fans, Blower and Vacuum Tubes,
Vacuum Bag and Straps
Techtronic Industries North America, Inc. reserves the right
to change or improve the design of any Blower/Vacuum
Product without assuming any obligation to modify any
product previously manufactured.
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO THE STATED WARRANTY PERIOD.
ACCORDINGLY, ANY SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR OTHERWISE,
ARE DISCLAIMED IN THEIR ENTIRETY AFTER THE
EXPIRATION OF THE APPROPRIATE THREE-YEAR
OR NINETY DAY WARRANTY PERIOD. TECHTRONIC
INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.’S OBLIGATION
UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS STRICTLY AND EXCLUSIVELY LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS AND TECHTRONIC
INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC. DOES NOT
ASSUME OR AUTHORIZE ANYONE TO ASSUME FOR
THEM ANY OTHER OBLIGATION. SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN
IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
TECHTRONIC INDUSTRIES NORTH AMERICA, INC.
ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR INCIDENTAL,
CONSEQUENTIAL, OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO EXPENSE OF RETURNING THE BLOWER/VACUUM PRODUCT TO A
BLOWER/VACUUM AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER
AND EXPENSE OF DELIVERING IT BACK TO THE
OWNER, MECHANIC’S TRAVEL TIME, TELEPHONE,
OR TELEGRAM CHARGES, RENTAL OF A LIKE
PRODUCT DURING THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE
IS BEING PERFORMED, TRAVEL, LOSS, OR DAMAGE TO PERSONAL PROPERTY, LOSS OF REVENUE,
LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF TIME, OR
INCONVENIENCE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW
THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO
YOU.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may
also have other rights, which vary, from state to state.
Warranty
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