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Bolens BL3100 Operator's Manual

Bolens 2-cycle petrol mulching blower/vacuum owner's manual
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Since it began making garden
tools in 1850, Bolens has been
known for long-lasting, dependable
products. Bolens eventually carried that
hard-working heritage 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
2-Cycle Petrol
Mulching Blower / Vacuum
BL3100
Model
Operator's
Manual
.

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  • Page 1 Since it began making garden tools in 1850, Bolens has been known for long-lasting, dependable products. Bolens eventually carried that hard-working heritage into the outdoor power equipment industry, when it designed and built the first-ever power-driven garden tractor. Today, homeowners around the country rely...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Parts List ....Inside Back Cover CONTENTS OF CARTON This unit includes the following: • Model BL3100 Mulching Blower Vacuum • Blower/Vacuum Tube • Vacuum bag •...

  • Page 3: Rules For Safe Operation

    CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA 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.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    ANSI Z87. standards. • Never run the unit without the the proper equipment attached. When using this unit, always install the blower/vacuum tubes and vacuum bag depending on model. Make sure the vacuum bag is completely zipped closed.
  • Page 5 WHILE OPERATING UNIT AS A BLOWER • Never point the blower in the direction of people or pets, or in the direction of windows. Always direct the blowing debris away from people, animals, and windows.
  • Page 6 • THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE INJURY WARNING: Keep clear of blower outlet. Never point the blower at yourself or others. Objects can be thrown from blower. Do not operate unit without proper attachments and guards in place.

  • Page 7: Know Your Unit

    KNOW YOUR UNIT APPLICATION As a blower: • Cleaning yards, garages, driveways, porches, patios, around walls, fences and more As a vacuum: • Picking up leaves and other light debris Blower/Vacuum Tube Vacuum Inlet Blower Outlet Vacuum Bag Hook Blower/Vacuum Mode...

  • Page 8: Assembly Instructions

    1. Remove the screws and nuts provided from the hardware pack. 2. Insert the blower/vacuum tube all the way into the opening on the motor housing until the holes in the tabs on the blower/vacuum tube align with the screw holes in the housing (Fig.
  • Page 9 ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE VACUUM BAG Attaching 1. Attach the vacuum bag to the vacuum bag hook on the blower/vacuum tube (Fig. 3). Fig. 3 2. Slide the vacuum bag tube over the debris exhaust tube on the housing. Push the tube until the latching tabs on both sides click into place, securing the bag on the unit (Fig.

  • Page 10: Oil And Petrol Information

    OIL AND PETROL INFORMATION OIL AND PETROL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and/or improperly mixed petrol are the main reasons for the unit not running properly. Be sure to use fresh, clean unleaded petrol. Follow the instructions carefully for the proper petrol/oil mixture. Definition of Blended Petrols Today's petrols are often a blend of petrol and oxygenates such as ethanol, methanol, or MTBE (ether).

  • Page 11: Starting/Stopping Instructions

    Fast position is to the right. 2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to the up position (Blower Mode). See Operating as a Blower. This prevents the vacuum bag from filling up while starting the engine.

  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    • Watch out for children, pets, open windows or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away. • Use the full blower nozzle extension so the air stream can work close to the ground. • Clean up after using blowers and other equipment.
  • Page 13 OPERATING AS A VACUUM Converting to Vacuum 1. Start engine. See Starting/Stopping Instructions. 2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to the down position (Vacuum Mode) (Fig. 17). NOTE: Never use the unit with the lever in a position half way between either mode.
  • Page 14 1. Turn the unit so that the blower/vacuum tube openings are straight up. (Fig. 19) 2. Place one hand on the blower part of the tube and grip the Patio Head with the other. 3. Pull the Patio Head straight up.

  • Page 15: Maintenance And Repair Instructions

    MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 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: Some maintenance procedures may require special tools or skills. If you are unsure about these procedures take your unit to any non-road engine repair establishment, individual or authorized service dealer.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS Fig. 25 4. Apply enough clean SAE 30 oil to lightly coat the filter (Fig. 25). 5. Squeeze the filter to spread and remove excess oil (Fig. 26). 6. Replace the air filter inside the air filter/muffler cover (Fig.
  • Page 17 2. Set the blower/vacuum mode change-over lever to the up position (Blower Mode). Refer to Operating as a Blower. NOTE: Setting the lever to the blower mode prevents the vacuum bag from filling up while starting or running the unit.

  • Page 18: Cleaning And Storage

    Vacuum Bag ......182416 Blower/Vacuum Tube Assembly ... . .182415 Shoulder Harness .

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Chart

    ENGINE WILL NOT START C A U S E Choke is in the incorrect position Empty petrol tank Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Engine flooded Old or improperly mixed petrol Fouled spark plug Plugged spark arrestor ENGINE WILL NOT IDLE C A U S E Air filter is plugged Old or improperly mixed petrol...

  • Page 20: Specifications

    Blower Air Output ... up to 12.1 cmm (424 cfm) Mulching Ratio... up to 10:1 Vacuum Bag Capacity ... 26.4 Liters (0.75 bushels) Shoulder Harness ... Optional Accessory (Single Quick-Snap) Weight (no petrol, with blower/vacuum tube and empty vacuum bag) ... 6 kg (13.5 lb.)
  • Page 21 NOTES...
  • Page 22 Front Mounting Pad 791-182401 Shroud Extension (includes 32) 791-182736 Flywheel Assembly 791-181525 Spacer 753-1199 Recoil Pulley 791-613102 Recoil Spring PARTS LIST ENGINE PARTS - MODEL BL3100 2-CYCLE PETROL MULCHING BLOWER VACUUM Item Part No. 791-611061 791-180930 791-181079 791-613103 791-181862 791-181345 791-181931 791-182402...
  • Page 23 HOUSING PARTS - MODEL BL3100 2-CYCLE PETROL MULCHING BLOWER VACUUM Item Part No. Description 753-04464 Engine Cover Assembly (includes 2) 791-181345 Cover Screw 791-182419 Throttle Control Assembly (includes 4-7) 791-182420 Upper Throttle Control Plate 791-00048 Throttle Control Lever 791-182422 Lower Throttle Control Plate...

  • Page 24: Warranty Information

    This warranty is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original retail purchase for any Bolens product that is used for rental or commercial purposes, or any other income-pro- ducing purpose.

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