Rewinding Empty Spools
Replacement line can be purchased from your local Toro retailer.
1. Hook one end of line into slot on spool, allowing no more
than 1/8" to protrude. Push end of line all the way to the
inner end of slot. Wind line in direction of arrow on spool in
level rows between spool flanges (Fig. 9).
Trimmer will not function properly if:
line is wound in the wrong direction
end of line protrudes more than 1/8" at inner end of
slot
line is wound beyond outer edges of spool
Maintenance
POTENTIAL HAZARD
There is the possibility that trimmer could be
inadvertently started when the extension cord is
plugged into an electrical socket.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
Inadvertent starting could cause personal injury to
operator or bystanders.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
Always be sure your trimmer is unplugged and the
cutting head has stopped rotating before attempting
any maintenance or repairs.
To keep the exterior clean, wipe it with a damp cloth. Never
hose unit down.
Wipe or scrape clean the cutter head and spool area any time
there is an accumulation of dirt or cuttings.
The Toro 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, 8111 Lyndale Ave S, Bloomington, MN, 55420-1196. (Do not return defective product to this
address.)
COUNTRIES OTHER THAN THE UNITED STATES, CANADA OR MEXICO
Customers who have purchased TORO products exported from 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.
IMPORTANT: Keeping air intake vents free of grass and
debris prevents motor overheating and possible failure.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging shield when storing
trimmer, rest trimmer on cutter head or motor housing or
hang trimmer from handle(s). DO NOT REST TRIMMER ON
GRASS SHIELD. THE GRASS SHIELD MAY WARP AND
INTERFERE WITH CUTTING LINE.
Accessories
Model #88170
Toro Service Support
If your unit requires service or maintenance, your nearest TORO
Master Service Dealer (U.S. only) 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 (U.S.
only) for assistance.
The Toro Promise
A Full Two Year Residential Use Warranty
For the United States, Canada and Mexico
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Check and tighten all fasteners. If any part is damaged or lost,
repair or replace it.
Scrape debris away from air intake vents in both sides of motor
housing (Fig. 10).
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized
Toro Service Dealer.
Prewound
Spool
Empty Spool
Part #73–8240
Coil of
Cutting Line
30' of .050"
Model #88011