® Operator's Manual Since it began making garden tools in 1850,Bolens has been known for longlasting, dependable products. Bolens eventually carried that hard.working hedtage into the outdoor power equipment industry, when it designed and built the first-ever power-driven garden tractor. Today,homeowners around the country rely on Bolens for durable, reliable power equipment at an affordable price.
INTRODUCTION THANKYOU TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. You will find it to be a great labor-saving device. This operator's manual provides you with easy-to-understand operating instructions. Read the whole manual and follow all the instructions to keep your new outdoor power tool in top operating condition. Service Information ................................... Rules for Safe Operation ...............
RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION NOTE: For users on U.S. Forest Land and in the states of California, Maine, Oregon, and Washington. All U.S. Forest Land and the state of California (Public Resources Codes 4442 and 4443), Oregon, and Washington require by law that certain internal combustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped with a spark arrestor, maintained in effective working order, or the engine be constructed, equipped, and maintained for the prevention of fire.
RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION • IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION • WHILE OPERATING WITH CUTTING BLADE • Move the unit at least 30 feet (9.1 m) from the fueling source and site before starting the engine. Do not smoke. Keep sparks and open flames away from the area while adding fuel or operating the unit. WHILE • Read and understand this unit. all safety warnings • Always use the shoulder blade accessory. OPERATING • Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building.
RULES SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL FOR SAFEOPERATION SYMBOLS This operator's manual describes safety and international symbols and piCtographs that may appear on this product. Readthe operator's manual for complete safety, assembly, operating and maintenance and repair information. SYMBOL MEANING SYMBOL Indicates danger, warning or caution. May be used in conjunction with other • SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL symbols or pictographs.
RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION KNOW YOUR UNIT As a brushcutter: Applications As a trimmer: • Cutting • Cutting weeds and light bush of up to 1/2 inch in diameter grass and light weeds • Edging • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS INSTALL THE HARNESS On some units, the J-handle may be pre-installed. In this case you must loosen screws and adjust the handle to fit the operator. Go to step 5 if the J-handle is pre-installed. WARNING: Always use the Shoulder harness when using the cutting blade to avoid serious persona njury. INSTALL AND ADJUST THE J-HANDLE 1. Place the J-handle between the top and middle clamp pieces (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 1. Push the strap through 2.
ASSEMBLYINSTRUCTIONS Attachment Cutting i Fig. 7 (3) Screws Shield \ 2. Hold the locking rod in place by grasping boom of the unit (Fig. 9). & While holding the locking rod, remove the cutting attachment by turning it clockwise off of the output shaft (Fig. 10).Storethe cutting attachment for future use. Gear Housing it next to the NOTE: The blade retainer under the cutting attachment will be used when installing the cutting blade.
ASSEMBLY 5. INSTRUCTIONS REMOVE THE CUTTING BLADE AND INSTALL THE CUTTING ATTACHMENT Make sure that the cutting blade iscentered on the pilot step and sitting f!at against the output shaft bushing (Fig. 12). I WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, I always wear gloves while handling or installing unit will vibrate and the blade may fly off, causWARNING: If the cutting blade is off-center, the ng poss b e serous persona njury. Remove the Cutting Blade I Fig.12 Pilot Step \ . the b ade. 1.
OIL & FUELINFORMATION OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Thoroughly mix the proper ratio of 2-cycle engine oil with unleaded gasoline in a separate fuel can. Use a 40:1 fuel/oil ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuel tank. See the table below for specific gas and oil mixing ratios. Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for improper unit performance. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded fuel. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel/oil mixture.
STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS _ On/Off Stop Control __ Start/On (I) Throttle Lock-Out operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting. Throttle 1. Mix gas with oil. Fill fuel tank with fuel/oil mixture. Refer to Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions. Z & Control Full Choke Position (A) Put the On/Off Stop Control in the ON (I) position (Fig. 16). Place the choke lever in the FULL choke (A) H (Fig. 17).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOLDING THE TRIMMER Each time the head is bumped, about I inch (25.4 ram) of trimming line is released. A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if excess line is released. body protection to reduce the risk Of injury WARNING: Always wear eye, hearing, foot and I when operating this unit. For best results, tap the Bump Head TMon bare ground or hard soil. If line release is attempted in tall grass, the engine may stall.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DECORATIVE TRIMMING Decorative vegetation trimming is accomplished by removing around trees, posts, fences and more. Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting 30 ° angle to the ground (Fig. 21). attachment all engine is turned off. The coastingtoblade WARNING: The blade continues spin can afterserf the I ousiycut you facc denta lytouched. is at a • Swing the unit in the opposite direction as the blade spins, which increases the cutting action.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Perform these required maintenance procedures at the frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also be a part of any seasonal tune-up. NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS 9. Insert the end of the line into the open hole in the inner reel and pull the line tight to make the loop as small as possible (Fig. 30). 10. Before winding, Slotted split the line back about 6 inches. 1I. Wind the line in tight even layers in the direction indicated on the inner reel. Hole_ NOTE: Failureto wind the line in the direction indicated will cause the cutting attachment to operate incorrectly.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL 1. Cleaning the Air Filter Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain the air Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump knob clockwise (Fig. 24). Inspect the bolt inside the bump knob to make sure it moves freely. Replace the bump knob if damaged. 2. Remove the old inner reel from the outer spool (Fig. 24). 3.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS Reinstalling the Air Filter/Muffler Cover 1. Placethe air filter/muMer cover over the back of the carburetor and muffler. Align the screw holes. 2. Spark Arrestor Insert the four (4) screws into the holes in the air filter/muffler cover (Fig. 33) and tighten. Do not over tighten. \ \ \ \ Exhaust Gasket \ SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE 1. Remove air filter/muffler cover.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The idle speed of the engine is adjustable through the air filter/muffler cover (Fig. 38). 3. NOTE: Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit. An authorized service dealer should make carburetor adjustments. The cutting attachment the engine idles. should not rotate when If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine idles, turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn at a time (as needed), to reduce idle speed.
MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS CLEANING TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine to cool before transporting. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, 1 always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool J • Drain fuel from unit. • Tighten fuel cap before transporting. before you clean or service it. J • Secure the unit while transporting. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit. Do not use strong detergents.
TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE WILL NOT START CAUSE ACTION On/Off Stop Control is in OFF position Turn On/Off Stop Control to ON Empty fuel tank Fill fuel tank with properly Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly I 0 times Engine is flooded Old or improperly Use starting procedure with choke lever in RUN Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture mixed fuel mixed fuel Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor
SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Engine Type ...................................................................................................................................................................................... Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Stroke ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 1.25 in. (31.75 mm) Displacement ........................................
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EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The Environmental Protection Agency and Troy-Bilt LLC are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2002 and later small off-road engine. New small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent antismog standards.
ENGINE PARTS- MODEL BL250 2-CYCLEGAS TRIMMER PPN41BD250G163 Item 1 Part No.
BOOM AND TRIMMER PARTS- MODEL BL250 -2-CYCLEGASTRIMMER PPN41BD250G163 Item 1 Part NO.
MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: i ¸ _SINCE-|SBO_ The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy-Bilt LLC with respect with new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. Troy-Bilt warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship.