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Bolens BL250 Operator's Manual

Bolens BL250 Operator's Manual

2-cycle gas trimmer/brushcutter
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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
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.
2-Cycle Gas Trimmer/Brushcutter
Model B L250

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  • Page 1 ® Operator's Manual Since it began making garden tools in 1850,Bolens has been known for long- lasting, 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INTRODUCTION THANKYOU TABLE OF CONTENTS Thank you for buying this quality product. This modern Service Information ........outdoor power tool will provide many hours of useful service. Rules for Safe Operation ....... You will find it to be a great labor-saving device.

  • Page 3: Rules For Safeoperation

    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 com- bustion engines operated on forest brush and/or grass-covered areas be equipped...
  • Page 4 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. • Read and understand all safety warnings before operating Keep sparks and open flames...
  • Page 5 RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL 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 MEANING THROWN OBJECTS AND ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE SEVERE Indicates danger, warning or caution.

  • Page 6: Know Your Unit

    RULES FOR SAFEOPERATION KNOW YOUR UNIT As a brushcutter: Applications As a trimmer: • Cutting weeds and light bush of up to 1/2 inch in diameter • Cutting grass and light weeds • Edging • Decorative trimming around trees, fences, etc. FuelCap On/Off Stop Control Throttle...
  • Page 7 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 WARNING: Always use the Shoulder harness operator. Go to step 5 if the J-handle is pre-installed. when using the cutting blade to avoid serious INSTALL AND ADJUST THE J-HANDLE...

  • Page 8: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Hold the locking rod in place by grasping it next to the i Fig. 7 Attachment Cutting (3) Screws boom of the unit (Fig. 9). Shield & While holding the locking rod, remove the cutting attachment by turning it clockwise off of the output shaft (Fig.
  • Page 9 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS REMOVE THE CUTTING BLADE AND INSTALL THE Make sure that the cutting blade iscentered on the pilot CUTTING ATTACHMENT step and sitting f!at against the output shaft bushing (Fig. 12). WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always wear gloves while handling or installing unit will vibrate and the blade may fly off, caus- the b ade.

  • Page 10: Oil And Fuel Information

    & 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 Old and/or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for ratio. Do not mix them directly in the engine fuel tank. See improper unit performance.

  • Page 11: Starting/Stopping Instructions

    STARTING/STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING INSTRUCTIONS _ On/Off Stop Control Start/On (I) Throttle Lock-Out operator and unit must be in a stable position Throttle Control while starting. 1. Mix gas with oil. Fill fuel tank with fuel/oil mixture. Refer Partial Choke to Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions. Full Choke Position (B) Position...

  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    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.
  • Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DECORATIVE TRIMMING Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing engine is turned off. The coasting blade can serf WARNING: The blade continues to spin after the I vegetation around trees, posts, fences and more. ousiycut you facc denta lytouched. Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a...

  • Page 14: Maintenance And Repair Instructions

    MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emis- sion control devices and system may be per- Perform these required maintenance procedures at the formed by any non-road engine repair establish- frequency stated in the table. These procedures should also ment, individual or authorized...
  • Page 15 MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS 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, split the line back about 6 inches. 1I.
  • Page 16 MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL Cleaning the Air Filter Clean and re-oil the air filter every 10 hours of operation. It is Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump an important item to maintain. Failure to maintain the air knob clockwise (Fig.
  • Page 17 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. Spark Exhaust Arrestor Gasket Insert the four (4) screws into the holes in the air filter/muffler cover (Fig.
  • Page 18 MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The cutting attachment should not rotate when the engine idles. The idle speed of the engine is adjustable through the air filter/muffler cover (Fig. 38). If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine idles, turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn NOTE:...

  • Page 19: Cleaning And Storage

    MAINTENANCE & REPAIRINSTRUCTIONS CLEANING TRANSPORTING • Allow the engine to cool before transporting. WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, 1 • Drain fuel from unit. always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool J • Tighten fuel cap before transporting. before you clean or service it.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Chart

    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 mixed fuel Primer bulb wasn't pressed enough Press primer bulb fully and slowly I 0 times Engine is flooded Use starting procedure with choke lever in RUN...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE Engine Type ...................................... Air-Cooled, 2-Cycle Stroke ......................................... 1.25 in. (31.75 mm) Displacement ......................................1.9 cu in. (31 cc) Clutch Type ........................................Centrifugal Idle Speed RPM....................................2,800- 4,400 rpm Operating RPM ......................................7,200+ rpm Ignition Type ........................................Electronic Ignition Switch ......................................Rocker Switch Spark Plug Gap ....................................
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  • Page 25 • You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a Bolens Authorized Service Center as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

  • Page 26: Warranty Information

    ENGINE PARTS- MODEL BL250 2-CYCLEGAS TRIMMER PPN41BD250G163 Item Part No. Item Pa_ No. Description Description 791q82059 791-613103 Air Cleaner/Muffler Cover Assembly Rope (includes 2 & 37) 753-04253 Starter Housing Assembly (includes 2 5-29 & 31) 791q80350 Air Cleaner Filter 791-181862 Housing Screw 791q80351 791-182368...
  • Page 27 BOOM AND TRIMMER PARTS- MODEL BL250 -- 2-CYCLEGASTRIMMER PPN41BD250G163 Item Part NO. Description 791-00040 Throttle Housing and Trigger Assembly (includes 2*4) 791-00041 Throttle Trigger Lock*Out 791-00042 Throttle Trigger 791-182690 Throttle Trigger Spring 791-182405 Switch Assembly 791-182877 Throttle Cable Assembly 791-610327 Harness Clip 791-147486 Drive Shaft Housing Assembly...
  • Page 28 (90) days from the date of warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.) 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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