Bolens BL50 THANK YOU, TABLE OF CONTENTS, CONTENTS OF CARTON, SERVICE INFORMATION, PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU

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.

PRODUCT REFERENCES, ILLUSTRATIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

All information, illustrations, and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. We reserve the right to make changes at any time without notice.

Bump Head™ is a trademark of MTD SOUTHWEST INC

SplitLine™ is a trademark of MTD SOUTHWEST INC

SERVICE INFORMATION

Service on this unit both within and after the warranty period should be performed only by an authorized and approved service dealer.

For service call 1-330-558-7220 or 1-866-840-6483 to obtain a list of authorized service dealers near you.

DO NOT RETURN THE UNIT TO THE RETAILER. PROOF OF PURCHASE WILL BE REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE.

Before beginning, locate the unit’s model plate. It lists the model and serial numbers of your unit. Refer to the sample plate below and copy the information for future reference.

Copy the model / parent part number here:

Copy the serial number here:

Make sure you carefully read and understand this manual before starting or operating this equipment.

THIS PRODUCT IS COVERED BY ONE OR MORE U.S. PATENTS. OTHER PATENTS PENDING.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Calling Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Rules for Safe Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Maintenance and Repair Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Accessories and Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Inside Back Cover

CONTENTS OF CARTON

• Model BL50 Trimmer

∆Large Bump Head Cutting Attachment

∆D-Handle and Hardware

•Cutting Attachment Shield with Hardware

•Operator's Manual

•Product Registration Card

∆These items are either pre-installed on the unit or located in the hardware pack