Toro 51347 3.5 Amp 11-Inch Electric String Trimmer

by Toro

Product Features

• Electric string trimmer
• Dependable 3.5 ampere motor for trouble free operation; assembled
• Dual trigger handle for easy, comfortable trimming and edging
• Easy no tool spool replacement; exclusive cord-lock system prevents extension cord disconnects
• 2 year warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 9.2 x 48 inches ; 6.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B000BOHIF0
• Item model number: 51347
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,432 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #40 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Mowers & Outdoor Power > Outdoor Power Tools > String Trimmers

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

This trimmer has a dependable 3.5 amp motor that is great to trim & edge thick grasses and weeds. Its dual "trigger grip" upper handle and adjustable assist handle make it easy and comfortable to operate. They also allow for simple conversion from trimming to edging. It has the patented bump-feed line advance, you simply tap the trimmer head when you need more line. No tools are needed to change the spool and it has an exclusive cord lock system that prevents accidental disconnects. Covered by a 2-year full warranty.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars I do not recommend this model, May 26, 2008

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Psychiatrist "X" (Alabama) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Toro 51347 3.5 Amp 11-Inch Electric String Trimmer (Lawn & Patio)

In general I prefer electric trimmers to gas ones. I don't mind the cord, and they are cleaner and quieter than other styles. I'm looking for a new trimmer - different brand. I used a Weed-Eater brand trimmer for years, and was very happy with it. After losing that one, I bought this one... mistake...

I have used this one for about a year - moderate use in a small suburban Texas yard. It worked well with the original spool. I have fought with the spool & string repeatedly since then. When it is time for a change, the entire mechanism gets stuck together to the point of being unworkable -- will not budge. Screwwdrivers and channel-locks only scrape up the spool worse. The long plastic bar broke in half yesterday when I tapped it on the ground to let out some more line - really cheap construction. Will never buy Toro again.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Want to waste 20 to 30 minutes per lawn cut? Then buy Toro!, August 7, 2010

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TonyI - See all my reviews

This review is from: Toro 51347 3.5 Amp 11-Inch Electric String Trimmer (Lawn & Patio)

It's incredible the amount of time I waste manually feeding out the string on this trimmer because the spool becomes essentially frozen. Factor in 20 to 30 minutes per lawn cut wasted just manually feeding out the string. Then there is the string guide, which is a separate item from the spool head and so falls out. Mine is lost. That makes the spool even more disfunctional. Toro should be ashamed to put this product on the market.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars spool is frozen, July 25, 2010

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LMG - See all my reviews

This review is from: Toro 51347 3.5 Amp 11-Inch Electric String Trimmer (Lawn & Patio)

It's simple enough for a string trimmer - until you have to get the spool out. Then just throw it in the garbage and buy a new one, because the whole mechanism is frozen. I've only used it three times. Buy another brand, you might have better luck.