Toro 51549-79000001 User manual

FORM NO. 3318-134 REV C
Air Rake
Rake and Vac
Superblower/vac
Blowers and Blower/Vacuums
Model No. 51539, 51549, 51582- 69000001-79000001 & Up
Air Rake
Rake and Vac
Soufflante-aspirateur
SuperBIower/vac
Soufflante et soufflante-aspirateurs
Modele No. 51539, 51549, 51582- 69000001-79000001 et
suivants
Air Rake
Rake and Vac
Aspiradora Supersopladora
Sopladoras y sopladora-aspiradoras
Modelos N. 51539, 51549, 51582- 69000001-79000001 y
siguientes
Operator's Manual
Manuel de L'Utilisateur
Manual del Operador

Figures-- Figuras
English
1. Mode_ and serial number decal
Frangais
1. Decalcomanie de num_ros de mod61e et de serie
Espafiol
1. Calcomania con los nQmeros de modelo y serie
r-q
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English
1. Air inlet
Fran£ais
1. Prises d'air
Espahol
1. Tomede airs
Fq 4
2
1570
English
1. Blower tube
2, Blower housing outlet
Frangais
1. Tube de souffiante
2, Sortie d'air du btoc moteur
EspaSol
1, Tubo soplador
2. SaHda de Ia caja del
soplador
3, Tab
4. Latch
3. Lenguette
4. Loquet
3, LengL_eta
4. PestiIIo
1570 English
1. Inlet cover
2. Housing pointer
Fran£ais
1. Couvercle d'admission
d'air
2. Rep#re du bloc moteur
Espa£tol
1. Tapa de entrada
2. Guia de la caja
4
3_
4. Cover pointer Tab
3. Repere du couverde
4. Languette
3, Guiade la tapa
4, Leng0eta
1571
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All Rights Reserved I>,i,_,{l_,,us^ i

Figures -- Figuras
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English
1. Pointers aligned in lock postion
Fran_ais
1. Rep_res align_s en position de verrouillage
Espafiol
1. Las guias se alinean en Ia posicion de cierre
I60I
English
1. Inlet cover
Fran{;ais
1. Couvercle d'admission d'air
Espafiol
!. Tapa de entrada
1596
1572
English
1. Arrow
Fran_:ais
1. FI_che
EspaSol
1. Flecha
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Figures--Figuras
%
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English
1, Housing pointer
2. Vacuum tube pointer
Fran£ais
1. Rep6re du bloc moteur
2. Rep_re du tube de
soufflante
Espa_ol
1, Gufade la caja
2. Guia deItubo aspirador
3. Tab
3. Langue_e
3, LengQeta
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Figures -- Figuras
English
1. Pointers aligned in lock position
Fran£ais
1. Reperes atignes en position de verrouillage
EspaSol
1. Las guias se alinean en Ia posici6n de cierre
1605
Fq
162_
_ 3
1 2
English
1. Bag collar
2. Tab
Fran£ais
1. Coflier de sac
2. Languette
EspaSol
1. Collardela bolsa
2, Leng0eta
3, Latch
3. Loquet
3, Pestillo
1574
Fq
_575
English
1. Wide blade
Fran£ais
1. Broche large
Espa6ol
1. Pata ancha
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Figures-- Figuras
Fq
English
1. Cord lock
Fran_ais
1. Dispositif de bloeage du
cordon
EspaSol
1. Cierre del cable
2. Inlet plug
2, Prise
2, Enchufe
m 2780
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1
English
1. Cord lock
m-2793
Fran£ais
1. Dispositif de blocage du cordon
Espa5ol
1. Cierre delcable
English
!. Off position
Fran£ais
!. Position arr_t
Espafiol
1. PosiciSn apagada
2. On position
2, Position marche
2. Posici6n encendida
1602/1603

Figures -- Figuras
English
1. Air flow adjuster
Fran_ais
1. R#glage de d6bit d'air
EspaSol
1. Ajustador del flujo de aire
\
/
1597
F;1 2
1
English
1. Bag collar
Fran_ais
1. Collierde sac
Espa_ol
1. Collar de la bolsa
2, Tab
2. Langue_e
2. LengQeta
%
1574
Fq
English
1. Wear area
Frangais
1. Zone d'usure
Espahol
1. Zona de desgaste
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Contents
Page
Introduction ............................ 1
Safety ................................. 2
Safety and Instruction Decals .......... 4
Assembly .............................. 4
Blower ............................ 4
Vacuum ............................ 4
Before Starting .......................... 5
Securing Power Supply Cord ........... 5
Operation .............................. 6
Starting/Stopping .................... 6
Blower ............................ 6
Vacuum ............................ 6
Emptying Bag ...................... 7
Maintenance ............................ 7
Clogging ........................... 7
Bag Cleaning ....................... 7
Impeller Replacement ................ 8
Servicing Double-insulated Appliance ... 8
Toro Service Support ..................... 8
Troubleshooting ......................... 8
The Toro Promise ........................ 9
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Toro product.
All of us at Toro want you to be completely satisfied
with your new product, so feel free to contact your
local Authorized Service Dealer for help with service,
genuine Toro parts, or other information you may
require.
Whenever you contact your Authorized Service
Dealer or the factory, always know the model and
serial numbers of your product. These numbers will
help the Service Dealer or Service Representative
provide exact information about your specific
product. You will find the model and serial number
decal located in a unique place on the product
(Fig. 1).
For your convenience, write the product model and
serial numbers in tile space below.
Model No.
Serial No.
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 who you allow to use the product about safe
operation.
The Toro warning system in this manual identifies
potential hazards and has special safety messages that
help you and others avoid personal injury, even death.
DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION are signal
words used to identify the level of hazard. However,
regardless of the hazard, be extremely careful.
DANGER signals an extreme hazard that will cause
serious injury or death if the recommended
precautions are not followed.
WARNING signals a hazard that may cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
CAUTION signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if the recommended precautions are
not followed.
Two other words are also used to highlight
information. "Important" calls attention to special
mechanical information and "Note" emphasizes
general information worthy of special attention.
EN-1

Safety
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
To assure 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 z_ which
means CAUTION, WARNING OR DANGER --
"personal safety instruction." Read and
understand the instruction because it has to do
with safety. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH
INSTRUCTION MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL
INJURY, RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK.
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USING THIS APPLIANCE
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE!
WARNING-To reducetheriskoffire,
electric shock or injury, follow these safety
instructions.
I, Read and understand the contents of this manual
before using the appliance. Be thoroughly
familiar with the proper use of the appliance.
.Keep everyone, especially children and pets,
away from area of operation. Never allow
children to operate the appliance. It is not a toy.
Never "allow adults to operate unit without first
reading the Operator's Manual.
.
4,
5.
Nevel blow debris in the direction of bystanders
or animals. Never blow bard objects such as
nails, bolts and rocks. Hard objects can cause
serious personal injury to lhe operator ol7
bystanders.
Always wear safety goggles or other suitable eye
protection.
Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not expose to
rain. Store indoors.
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8.
9.
10.
IL
12.
13.
14.
15.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
.jewelry. They can catch in moving parts. PIN
L _UP ONG HAIR SO THAT I'1 CANNOT BE
DRAWN INTO UNIT'S AIR INLETS
Always wear substantial footwear and
hmg pants.
Always wear an approved dust mask when using
unit in dusty conditions.
Use file right appliance. Do not use the appliance
for any job except that for which it was intended.
Use appliance only as described in this manual.
Use only Toro attachments with appliance.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only an
approved UL (CSA in Canada) extension cord
recommended for outdoor use, Refer to
Extension Cord Chart on page 5. Replace a
damaged extension cord immediately.
Properly connect extension cord to appliance
plug in order to prevent disconnection of the
cord (Fig. 14 & 15).
Avoid unintentional starting. Do not carry
plugged in appliance with finger on switch.
Turn off all controls before unplugging cord.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands
or while standing in water.
Do not use appliance with a damaged cord or
plug. If appliance is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into ware1, return it to an Authorized
Toro Service DeNer.
EN-2

16. Don't abuse cord. Do not pull or carry appliance
by cord, close a door on cord or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not use cord as a
handle. Do not unplug appliance by pulling cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
17. Keep cord away from extreme heat, oil, and
sharp edges. Replace damaged cords.
18. Never vacuum up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes, to avoid catching bag on fire.
19. Do not vacuum sharp, pointed or hard objects
such as staples, wires, nails or rocks. Objects can
be thrown through the collection bag and cause
serious personal injm'y to the operator or
bystanders.
20. Do not put any object into openings (i.e. fan
covers, air inlets or other openings in housing).
Do not use appliance wifla any blocked openings;
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anylhing that
may reduce air flow.
21. Do not use appliance to vacuum up any liquids,
particularly tlammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where they may
be present.
22. Never vacuum up any hazardous materials such
as asbestos.
23. Always be sure of your looting. Keep a firm
hold on the handle and walk, never run. Use
extra care when cleaning on stairs.
24. Stop the motor and unplug the supply cord
whenever you leave the appliance, befbre
cleaning the housing, and when making any
repairs or inspections.
25. When not in use, store your appliance in a dry
place out of the reach of children.
26. Keep all fasteners tight to be sure the appliance
is in safe working condition.
27. Never operate without proper guards o1:other
protective safety devices in place.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts.
Keep clear at all times.
If the appliance should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the motor, unplug the cord and
check immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
Do not operate your appliance aX_tcrit has been
dropped or damaged. Return it to your nearest
Authorized Toro Service Dealer for inspection or
repair.
This appliance is provided with double
insulation. Use only identical replacement parts.
See page 8 for Servicing of Double-Insulated
Appliances.
When servicing use only identical TORO
replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged
cords.
33. Never operate vacuum without vacuum bag.
Always make sure bag zipper is closed when
unit is in use. Check bag frequently for wear or
deterioration. If bag is damaged, replace it with a
genuine TORO part.
EN-3

Safety and Instruction 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 dmnaged or lost.
ON BLOWER HOUSING ON REAR OF BLOWER HOUSING
(Part No. 95-5106)
Assembly
Note: Always turn off unit and unplug
from electrical outlet before adding or
switching attachments.
Blower
Slide tube onto blower outlet until tabs on tube snap
into latch (Fig. 3).
Note: Inlet cover must be securely locked
into position, activating interlock
switch, before blower will operate.
Pointer on cover will be aligned with
pointer on housing when cover is
correctly locked in position
(Fig. 4 & 5).
Note: Blower is shipped with inlet cover
installed.
Vacuum
(Vacuum tubes optional on some models. Model
51541 Vacuum Bag Kit optional for Model 51539.)
1. Grasp inlet cover and rotate it counterclockwise
to remove (Fig. 6).
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,
41
.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Motor impeller rotates for a few seconds
after blower is turned off.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Rotating impeller can cut or injure fingers.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Never remove inlet cover when motor is
operating or when unit is plugged in.
Assemble vacuum tubes by pressing tubes
together (Fig. 7). Line up arrows on outside of
tubes to ensure correct assembly.
Hold vacuum tubes vertically and place blower
inlet over top of tube (Fig. 8), Tubes will only fit
one way in blower inlet.
Rotate unit clockwise until pointer on vacuum
tube aligns with pointer on housing
(Fig. 9, 10& 11),
Note: Vacuum tube and housing pointers
must be aligned at locked position
before blower will operate.
Slide bag collar onto blower outlet until tabs on
bag collar snap into latch (Fig. 12).
EN-4

Before Starting
Securing Power Supply Cord
Use only a UL listed (CSA certified in Canada)
extension cord recommended for outdoor use. Refer
to Extension Cord Chart.
EXTENSION CORD CHART
If length of extension cord is
less than or equal to:
Assure wire size gauge
(A.W.G.) in cord is:
100 ft. 150 ft.
16 14
Note: Use of an extension cord over 150 feet
is not recommended.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Contact with water while operating unit
could cause electric shock.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Electric shock can cause injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Don't handle plug or appliance with wet
hands or while standing in water.
•Use only a UL listed (CSA certified in
Canada) extension cord recommended for
outdoor cold weather use. Refer to
Extension Cord Chart, page 5.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has
a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other)
(Fig. 13). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only
one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, consult a
qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do
not change the plug in any way.
.
2.
Form a loop in extension cord and insert it
through slot in rear of blower housing (Fig. 14).
Secure extension cord in cord lock
(Fig. 14 & 15).
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•The extension cord may not be fully seated
on inlet plug.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• A loosely connected extension cord could
lead to overheating and cause a fire.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Make sure the extension cord is fully seated
on inlet plug and ALWAYS USE THE
CORD LOCK FEATURE to ensure that
cord remains secured during operation
(Fig. 14 & 15).
Note: Do not unplug extension cord by
pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug, not the cord.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•The extension cord could be damaged.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•A damaged extension cord could cause a
shock or fire.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Thoroughly inspect extension cord before
using unit. If cord is damaged, do not
operate unit. Replace or repair damaged
cord immediately. Contact your TORn
service dealer for assistance.
EN-5

Operation
This appliance is intended for residential use only.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Debris can be thrown by unit in operator's
or bystander's direction.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Flying debris can cause serious personal
injury to operator or bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Never blow hard objects such as nails, bolts
and rocks.
•Always wear safety goggles or other
suitable eye protection, long pants and
shoes while operating unit.
•Never operate unit near bystanders or pets.
•Use extra care when cleaning debris from
stairs.
Starting/Stopping (Fig. 16)
1. To turn unit on, move switch to the '[' position.
.To turn unit off, move switch to the 'O' position.
An arrow and the word "OFF" on the top of the
switch indicate which direction to move the
switch.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Debris can be thrown by unit in operator's
or bystander's direction.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Flying debris can cause serious personal
injury to operatur or bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Never operate vacuum without vacuum
bag.
•Always make sure bag zipper is closed
when unit is in use.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Sharp, pointed or hard objects can be
thrown through the collection bag and
strike operator or bystanders.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Sharp, pointed or hard objects thrown
through the collection bag can cause serious
personal injury to the operator or
bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Do not vacuum sharp, pointed or hard
objects such as wires, staples, nails or
rocks.
Blower (Fig. 17)
Adjusting Air Flow
Adjust the volume and speed of air flow by moving
the air flow adjuster on the inlet cover to the slow -_b
or fast _ position.
Vacuum (Fig. 18)
(Vacuum tubes optional on some models)
.
2,
3.
With vac tubes and bag attached, pick up unit by
vac tube handle and housing handle. Bag should
be positioned fairly low at your side. Place bag
strap over shoulder and adjust length to fit.
Turn unit on.
Swing unit slowly back and forth over leaves to
be vacuumed. Do not force tube into pile of
debris.
Note: Dry leaves vacuum better and shred
into smaller particles.
EN-6

IMPORTANT Maintenance
This unit is designed to pick up and shred dry
leaves and other light, leafy" debris.
Do not attempt to pick up stones, gravel,
broken glass, twigs, bark, acorns or pine
cones as severe damage to fan blades may
result.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot
ashes, to avoid catching the collection bag on
fire.
Do not pick up any liquids, particularly
flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline, or use in areas where they may be
present.
Clogging
If the unit becomes clogged with debris, the
obstruction can usually be cleared by turning the anit
off and then promptly compressing the bag while it is
still inflated, thereby forcing air back out through the
vacumn tubes. This reverse airflow is usually
sufficient to dislodge most obstructions.
If the restriction cannot be cleared by compressing the
bag, then proceed with caution as follows:
1. Turn off and unplug unit.
2. Remove vacuum tubes.
3. Using a small stick or rod, carefully reach into
impeller opening and clear out debris.
•Do not tip vacuum tubes upright and fbrce
feed debris into tubes.
ff the unit should start to vibrate or make abnormal
noise, stop the unit, unplug the cord and check for
cause.
Openings can be blocked by dust, lint, hair, etc.
during operation. Blocked openings could damage
unit and reduce unit's efficiency. Keep unit free of
any debris that could reduce air flow.
Emptying Bag
1. Turn unit off, Disconnect extension cord.
2. Depress both tabs on bag collar to remove bag
from unit (Fig. 19).
3. Unzip bag and shake out debris.
Bag Cleaning
Debris should not be stored in vacuum bag. Bag
should be emptied after each use ['or more efficient
operation. After about ttu'ee uses, bag should be
thoroughly cleaned. Turn bag inside out and shake
out dust and excess debris vigorously. Once a year,
wash the bag by hand in soapy water.
POTENTIAL HAZARD
•Under normal usage, the bag material is
subject to deterioration and wear.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
•Small objects could pass through a worn or
damaged bag and be thrown in direction of
operator or bystanders and cause serious
personal injury.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
•Check bag frequently for wear or
deterioration. If bag is damaged, replace it
with a genuine TORO part.
EN-7

Impeller Replacement (Fig. 20)
If a loss of performance is detected while operating
blower, unplug unit, remove inlet cover, and check
impeller blades for wear. If blades are severely worn,
see your Authorized TORO Service Dealer for a new
impeller.
Servicing Double-insulated
Appliance
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of
insulation are provided instead of grounding. No
grounding means is provided on a double-insulated
appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added
to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated
appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the
system, and should be done only by qualified service
personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated
appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
A double-insulated appliance is marked with the
words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or "DOUBLE
INSULATED." The symbol (square within a square)
[] may also be marked on the appliance.
Toro Service
Support
If your unit requires service or maintenance, your
nearest TORO Master Service Dealer is the best
dealer to assist you. Refer to the "Yellow Pages" of
your local telephone directory in the section titled
"Lawn Mowers." TORO Master Service Dealers are
listed under the TORO trademark. If you need help
locating a TORO Master Service Dealer near you, call
1-800-421-9684 for assistance.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
Unit won't run or stops running
Unit seems to be low on power
Vacuum tube will not stay
securely fastened to housing
POSSIBLE CAUSE
1. Unit not plugged in
2. On/off switch in "off" position
3. Inlet cover or vacuum tube
incorrectly installed or removed
4. Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker
5. Faulty extension cord
1. Blower is set to low speed setting
2. Impeller is worn
1. Mounting tabs on tube are not fully
secured in housing
CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. Plug in unit
2. Turn to "on"
3. Secure cover or vacuum
tube
4. Replace fuse or reset
breaker
5. Replace cord
1, Set to high speed
setting
2. Replace impeller
1. Reposition vacuum tube
to proper position
EN-8
UPL 67538

The Toro Promise
A Full Two Year Residential Use Warranty
For the United States, Canada and Mexico
The Tore Company warrants this TORO Product for two years against defects in material or
workmanship. To receive a replacement or repair, at Toro's option, just return the complete
unit, postage prepaid, to the seller. (U.S. customers ONLY may return their unit, with proof of
purchase, to any TORO Master Service Dealer or the TORO Service Center, 5300 Shoreline
Blvd., Mound, MN 55364.) This warranty covers product defects only. It does not cover
incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation may not
apply to you. This warranty gives you specific rights, and you may have other rights which
vary from state to state. If all other remedies fail, you may contact us at The Toro Company,
Customer Service Department, 81!1 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55420-1196.
return defective product to _t.bj$_
COUNTRIES OTHER THAN THE UNITED STATES, CANADA OR MEXICO
Customers who have purchased TORO products exported fl_m the United States, Canada or Mexico should contact their TORO Distributor
(Dealer) to obtain guarantee policies for your country, province or state, If for any reason you are dissatisfied with your Distributor's service
or have difficulty obtaining guarantee information, contact the TORO importer.
EN-9

Table des matieres
Page
Introduction ............................ l
S6curit_ ............................... 2
D_calcomanies de s6curit_ et instructions . 4
Assemblage ............................ 5
Soufflante .......................... 5
Aspiration .......................... 5
Avant le d6marrage ...................... 6
Attachement du cordon d'alimentation ... 6
Fonctionnement ......................... 7
D6marrage/arr_t ..................... 7
Souffiante .......................... 7
Aspirateur .......................... 8
Vidage du sac ....................... 9
Entretien ............................... 9
Ob)uration ......................... 9
Nettoyage du sac .................... 9
Remplacement de l'h61ice ............. 9
R6paration d'appareils hdouble isolation . 9
Service aprhs-vente Toro .................. 10
D_pannage ............................. 10
La promesse Toro ........................ 11
Introduction
Merci pour votre achat d'un produit Toro.
x
A ]bro, notre d6slr _ttous est que vous soyez
enti_rement satisfait de votre nouveau produit.
N'h6sitez donc pas itcontacter votre concessionnaire
agr66 local qui tient _ votre disposition un service
d'entretien et de r6parations, des pibces d6tach6es et
toute information qui pourrait vous 8tre utile.
Chaque lois que vous contactez votre concessionnaire
agr66 ou l'usine, tenez 'h sa disposition les num6ros de
modble et de sdrie du produit. Ces num6ros aideront
le concessionnaire ou le reprdsentant du service
apr_s-vente '_ vous fournir des informations pr6cises
pour volre produit particulier. La ddcalcomanie
comportaut les num6ros de module et de s6rie se
trouvent _ un emplacement particulier du produit
(Fig. 1).
Pour votre commodit6, inscrivez les num6ros de
module et de sdrie du produit dmls l'espace
ci_lessous.
No. de module :
No. de s6rie :
Lisez attentivement ce manuel pour vous familiariser
avec l'utilisation et l'entretien correct de votre
produit. La lecture de ce manuel vous aidera, ainsi
que ]es autres utilisateurs, h 6viter des accidents
corporels et des dommages au produit. Bien que Toro
conqoive, fabrique et commercialise des produits
sots, _tla pointe de la technologie, vous avez la
responsabilit6 de l'utiliser cmwectement et en toute
s6curit6. Vous 8tes 6galement responsables d'Jnstruire
les personnes auxquelles vous permettrez d'utiliser le
produit, sur ]'usage en toute s_curit_.
Les mises en garde de ce manuel identifient les
dangers potentiels et comprennent des messages de
s6curit6 sp6cifiques destin6s _ vous 6viter et h 6viter
d'autres des blessures ou mSme la mort. Les raises en
garde sont intiml6es DANGER, AVERTISSEMENT
et ATTENTION, suivant le niveau de danger.
Toutefois, quel que soit ce nivean, soyez extrSmement
prudent.
DANGER signale un risque extrSme de blessures ou
de mol_ si les pr6cautions recommand6es me sout pas
respect6es.
AVERTISSEMENT signale un risque de blessures
ou de mort si les pr6cautions recommand6es ne sout
pas respect6es.
NI'TENTION signale un risque de blessures 16gbres
ou mod6r6es si les pr6cautions recommand6es ne sont
pas respect6es.
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Deux autres termes sont 6galement utilis6s pour
signaler des messages d'infbiTnations essentielles :
"Important", pour attirer l'attention sur des
infonnations m6caniques sp6cifiques, et "Remarque",
pour des informations d'ordre g6ndral mdritant une
attention particulibre.
Securite
INSTRUCTIONS DE
SECURITE
IMPORTANTES
Pour assurer une s&urit_ maximale et les
meilleures performance et connaissance possibles
de l'appareil, [I est essentiel qne vous ou tout autre
ntilisateur de I'aspirateurisouffiante, lisiez et
eompreniez le contenu de ce manuel avant
d'utUiser I'appareil. Prater une attention
particuli_re aux textes marquis du symbole de
s&urit_ iK indiquant les mises en garde relies que
ATTENTION, AVERTISSEMENT ou DANGER.
Les textes intitul_s "instructions pour la s_curit_
personnelle" concernent la s&urit_ et devront
dune _galement _tre lus attentivement. TOUT
MANQUEMENT ASE CONFORMER A CES
INSTRUCTIONS PEUT ENTRAINER DES
DOMMAGES CORPORELS, UN RISQUE
D'INCENDIE OU D'I_LECTROCUTION.
LIRE TOUTES LES
INSTRUCTIONS AVANT
D'UTILISER CET
APPAREIL
CONSERVER CES
INSTRUCTIONS POUR
RI FI RENCE
ULTI RIEURE!
AVERTISSEMENT :pourr duire
les risques d'incendie, de choc 6lectrique ou de
blessure, respecter les consignes de s6curit6
ci-dessous.
1. Lire et comprendre le contenu de ce manuel et
s'assurer d'&re totalement familiaris6 avec le
fonctionnement de l'appareil avant de l'utiliser.
,Tenir tout le monde, en particulier los enfants et
les animanx domestiques 'hl'6cart de la zone de
travail. Ne jamais laisser los enfants utiliser
l'appareil. Ce n'est pas un jouet. Ne jamais
pennettre aux aduttes d'utiliser t'appareil sans
qu'ils aient lu le Manuel de l'utilisateur.
3e Ne jamais souffier de ddbris en direction de
personnes ou d'animaux. Ne jmnais souffier des
objets durs tels clue des clous, des boulons ou
des cailloux. Ces objets durs pourraient blesser
s&ieusement l'utilisateur ou des personnes 5
proximit&
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5.
Porter toujours des lunettes de s_curit_ on un
autre dispositif de protection oculaire appropri&
Ne pas utiliser sur des surfaces mouill_es. Ne
pas exposer h la pluie. Conserver 5 l'int_rieur.
6_ Porter des v&ements appropri_s. Ne pas porter
de v&ements amples ou de bijoux fisquant de
s'accrocher dmls los pibces en mouvement.
NOUER LES CHEVEUX LONGS POUR
QU'ILS NE RISQUENT PAS D'ETRE
ASPIRES DANS LES PRISES D'AIR
_, Porter toujours des chaussures robustes
et des pantalons longs.
7. Porter toujours ml masque anti-poussibre
homologu_ lorsque l'appareil est utilis_ darts des
conditions poussi_reuses.
8. Utiliser 1 appareil appropri_. Ne jamais utiliser
un appareil pour effectuer un travail pour lequel
il n'est pas con_u.
9. Utitiser l'appareil strictement comme il est d&rit
dans ce manuel. Utiliser uniquement des
accessoires Toro.
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10. Pour r6duire les risques de choc 61ectrique_
utiliser exclusivement un cordon d'alimentalion
_lectrique homologn6 UL (certifi6 ACNOR an
Canada) et recommand6 pour I'usage extdrieur.
Voir le tableau des cordons prolongateurs du
chapitre 6 Avant le d6marrage. Remplacer
immddiatement tout cordon endommag6.
11. Brancher le cordon prolongateur sur l'appareil et
l'assujettir de mani_re _ emp_cher le
d6branchement accidentel (Fig, 14 & 15).
12. Ev_ter le demarrage accldentel. Ne pas
transporter l'appareil brancM en tenant le doigt
sur le corrtmutateur.
13. [_teindre routes les commandes avant de
ddbrancher le cordon d'alimentation.
14. Ne par toucher anx prises ou _tl'appareil avec les
mains mouill6es ou avec les pieds dans I'ean.
15. Ne pas utiliser l'appareil si la prise ou le cordon
est endommag6. Si l'appareil ne fonctionne pas
comme il devrait, s'il est tomb6, a 6t6
endommagd, a 6t6 laiss_ 5_l'ext6rieur ou a 6t6
immerg_, le retourner _tun concessionnaire
r6parateur Toro agr66.
16. Ne pas maltraiter le cordon. Ne pas tirer ou
soulever l'appareil par le cordon, ne pas refermer
une porte sur le cordon ou le firer autour
d'angles vifs ou de coins. Ne pas utiliser le
cordon commc poignde. Ne pas le ddbrancher en
tirant sur le cordon. Pour d6brancher, saisir la
prise, pas le cordon.
17. Tenir le cordon _tl'abri des temp6ratures
exlr_mes, des hniles et des angles vifs.
Renaplacer le cordon s'il est endommag&
18. Ne jamais aspirer de d6chets brfilants ou
d6gageant de la fum6e tels clue des cigarettes,
des allumettes ou des cendres brfilantes, pour
dviter que le sac collecteur ne prenne feu.
19. Ne jamais aspirer des objets coupants, pointus
ou durs tels que des crampons, des ills de fer,
des clous ou des caillonx. Ces objets risquent
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29.
d'etre projetds _travcrs le sac collecteur et de
blesser s6rieusement l'utilisaleur ou des
personnes h proximit&
Ne rien placer dans les ouvertures (tels que les
couvercles du ventilateur, l'admission d'air et les
autres orifices). Ne pas utiliser l'appareil si une
quelconque ouverture est obstm6e. Veiller _tce
que routes les ouvertures soient exemptes dc
poussi_re, peluches, cheveux ou tout mat6riau
risquant de rdduire le ddbit d'air.
Ne pas utiliser l'appareil pour aspirer des
liquides, en particulier s'ils sont inflammables
ou combustibles tels que l'essence, ou darts des
endroits oh de tels produits peuvent _tre
prdsents.
Ne jamais aspirer des mal6riaux dangereux tels
que 1'amiante.
Toujours se tenir bien en 6quilibre. Tenir
fermement la poignde et marcher, ne jamais
conrir. Se montrer particuli_rement prudent lors
du nettoyage d'escaliers.
Arrater le moteur et dfbrancher le cordon
d'alimentation avant de laisser l'appareil, de
nettoyer le carter ou de proc6der _ des
rdparations ou des inspections.
Lorsque l'appareil n'est pas utilis6, le ranger
clans un endroit sec, hors de la port6e des
enfants.
Veiller _ ee que tousles dispositifs de fixation
soient bien serr6s afin de s'assurer que l'appareil
est en bon 6tat de fonctionnement.
Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil si los gardes et
autres dispositifs de s6curit6 ne sont pas en
place.
Ne jamais placer les pieds ou les mains prbs des
pi_ces en mouvement.
Si l'appareil commence _ vibrer de fa_on
anormate, arrfiter le moteur, ddbrancher le cordon
d'alimentafion et examiner imm6diatement
l'appareil pour d6terminer la cause des
vibrations. Les vibrations sont g6n6ralement
signe de problbme.
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30. Ne pas utiliser un appareil qui est tomb6 ou a 6t6
endommag6. Le retoumer au concessionnaire
r6parateur Toro agr66 le plus proche.
31. Cet appareil est pourvu d'une double isolation.
Utiliser exclusivement des pieces de rechange
d'origine. Voir l'entretien des appareils _ double
isolation _ la page 9.
32. Lors des r6parations, utiliser exclusivement des
TORO pieces de rechange d'origine. Remplacer
ou r6parer les cordons d'alimentation
endommag6s.
33. Ne jamais utiliser l'aspirateur si le sac n'est pas
en place. Toujours v6rifier que la fermeture _t
glissi_re du sac est ferm6e lors de l'ulilisation.
V6rifier fr6quemment le sac pour l'usure et la
ddtdrioration. Si le sac est endommag6, le
remplacer avec un sac TORO d'origine.
Decalcomanies de securite et instructions
Les d6calcomanies de s6curit6 et instructions sont facilement visibles par
l'op6rateur et plac6es prbs des pigces potentiellement dangereuses. Remplacer toute
d6calcomanie endommag6e ou manquante.
A L'ARRIERE DU CAPOT
(Ref. n° 95-5106)
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