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8in Pole Saw
Model No. 51454—Serial No. 321000001 and Up
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.
Read this information carefully to learn how to operate and
maintain your product properly and to avoid injury and product
damage. You are responsible for operating the product properly
and safely.
Visit www.Toro.com for product safety and operation training
materials, accessory information, help finding a dealer, or to
register your product.
Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional
information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro
Customer Service and have the model and serial numbers of your
product ready.
Figure 1
identifies the location of the model and
serial numbers on the product. Write the numbers in the space
provided.
1. Model and serial number location.
Model No.
Serial No.
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8111 Lyndale Avenue South
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Figure 1
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This manual identifies potential hazards and has safety messages
identified by the safety-alert symbol
hazard that may cause serious injury or death if you do not follow
the recommended precautions.
This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls
attention to special mechanical information and Note emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
Proposition 65 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.
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Use of this product may cause exposure
to chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects,
or other reproductive harm.
Original Instructions (EN)
Form No. 3447-408 Rev A
Operator's Manual
(Figure
2), which signals a
Figure 2
Safety-alert symbol
WARNING
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Summary of Contents for Toro 51454
- Page 1 Safety-alert symbol register your product. Whenever you need service, genuine Toro parts, or additional information, contact an Authorized Service Dealer or Toro This manual uses 2 words to highlight information. Important calls...
- Page 2 Safety these are connected and properly used. Using a dust collector can reduce dust-related hazards. Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area. Read All Instructions Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore WARNING tool safety principles.
- Page 3 plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If The following table lists the correct cord size the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician depending on the length of the cord. If you are in to install the proper wall outlet.
- Page 4 Pole Saw Safety Pinching the saw chain along the top of the guide bar may push the guide bar rapidly back toward you. Keep all parts of the body away from the saw chain. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be Either of these reactions may cause you to lose control cut when the saw chain is moving.
- Page 5 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 Alternating current Type of current AMPS or A Amperes Current Hertz...
- Page 6 Setup 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. Place the pole saw on a flat surface and ensure it is disconnected from the power source.
- Page 7 Assembling the Pole Saw No Parts Required Procedure Unfold the sections of the handle (Figure g358794 Figure 4 1. Handle pole section 3. Saw pole section 2. Middle pole section Align the middle pole section with the end of the handle pole section. Slide the collar on the handle pole section upwards and turn it clockwise to secure the sections together (Figure g358798...
- Page 8 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).
- Page 9 Starting the Pole Saw Cutting with the Pole Saw Set the pole saw down on a level surface and remove the protective cover from the chain. WARNING Ensure that the vents on the pole saw are free from dust Operating a pole saw improperly can cause serious and debris (Figure personal injury or death.
- Page 10 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).
- Page 11 Maintenance Recommended Maintenance Schedule(s) Maintenance Service Maintenance Procedure Interval • 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. Before each use or daily •...
- Page 12 Adjusting the Chain Adjust the chain tension using the chain tensioning screw (Figure 16), and then secure the side cover to the pole saw Tension by turning the bar cover knob clockwise before checking the tension (Figure 15). • Service Interval: Before each use or daily To tighten the chain, turn the chain tensioning screw clockwise.
- Page 13 Servicing the Guide Bar, Chain, and Drive Sprocket Yearly or before storage g315856 Figure 18 DANGER Internal sections of the guide bar shown Contact with the pole saw teeth can cause serious personal injury. 1. Ensure that this channel 2. Ensure that the bar •...
- Page 14 Installing the Guide Bar and Sharpening the Chain Chain Yearly or before storage 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.
- Page 15 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 1.
- Page 16 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.