Bolens BL150 Trimmer User Manual
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1. Operator s Manual BL100 BL150 2 Cycle Gas Trimmers IMPORTANT READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAR P N 769 01464 11 04 PRINTED IN USA FULLY 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 Copyright 2004 MTD SOUTHWEST INC All Rights Reserved 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 1 800 520 5520 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 y2. Refill with new line Replace the inner reel Clean inner reel and outer spool Disassemble remove the welded section and rewind Disassemble and rewind the line Push the bump knob and pull out line until 4 inches 102 mm of line is outside of the cutting attachment AD CAUSE Oil cleaner or lubricant in cutting head ACTION Clean and thoroughly dry the cutting head If further assistance is required contact your authorized service dealer 17 Engi Air Cooled 2 Cycle Stro 1 25 in 31 75 mm Displacement rrii raaa TTE nd AVR en ane 1 9 cu in 31 cc Operating RPM vaser ETG 7 200 rpm AE SPETRPM ae 2 800 4 400 rpm gnom pe ss feces eas reac y ssh Satine tes day hens a aa n e eiubGaa ati anche a clea Ran aet N saa taken aad Electronic gniti Rocker Switch Spark PUG Gaperien bin E AE AA A Mata EARTE 0 020 in 0 5 mm LU bREa BOM i feka Laden age diets deus desk Aldra devoe duet iecSacsteee Fuel Oil Mixture FUeOikRatbussruksatutuusaudeastaatkradamdatsasdedvutesndemtutlskkdehutevuranme 40 1 Diaphragm All Position Auto Rewind MEN KE EE ea bee RUE ciate vad a8 A ferde FEE EEE EN Baffled with Guard EE pent EEE EE AE E E E aaa eon Manual Spring Return ve AT 13 fl oz 384 ml DRIVE SHAFT and CUTTING ATTACHMENT Drive Shatt HOUSING aja tae ecenc nee E C adie E AREEN EESE a dier te
3. 5 Tighten the wing nut until the D handle is secure INSTALLING THE CUTTING SHIELD Use the following instructions if the cutting attachment shield on your unit is not installed or if you ever need to re install it WARNING 1 event serious never operate the trimmer without the cutting attachment shield in place nstall on a Straight Shaft BL150 1 Slide the cutting attachment shield into the shield mount on the cutting attachment Align the screw oles in the shield with the holes in the cutting attachment shield mount Fig 2 2 Place one of the three 3 supplied hex lock nuts into one of the three recessed holes on the top of the cutting attachment shield Fig 3 3 Install a screw into the hole from the bottom of the cutting attachment shield Screw it into the nut installed in step 2 until itis started Fig 3 Do not tighten 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until all three screws have been started Then tighten all screws securely with a Phillips head screwdriver Install on a Curved Shaft BL100 1 Place the cutting attachment shield onto the shaft housing Be sure the guard mounting bracket slides into the slot on the edge of the cutting shield Rotate the shield into place counterclockwise Fig 4 The holes in the guard mounting bracket and cutting attachment shield will line up 2 From inside the cutting attachment shield push the square bolt through the hole unt
4. Outer Spool There are two methods to replace the trimming line Wind the inner reel with new line Install a prewound inner reel Winding the Existing Inner Reel 1 Hold the outer spool with one hand and unscrew the Bump Knob counterclockwise Fig 12 Inspect the bolt inside the Bump Knob to make sure it moves freely Replace the Bump Knob if damaged Spring Inner Reel Bolt Bump Knob Fig 12 11 For Use with Single Line ONLY For Use with SplitLine or Single Line Slotted a Holes Fig 15 NOTE SplitLine can only be used with the inner reel with the slotted holes Single line can be used on either type of inner reel Use Figure 15 to identify the inner reel you have NOTE Always use the correct line length when installing trimming line on the unit The line may not release properly if the line is too long Single Line Installation Go To Step 8 for SplitLine Installation 6 Take approximately 20 feet 6 m of new trimming line loop it into two equal lengths Insert each end of the line through one of the two holes in the inner reel Fig 16 Pull the line through the inner reel so that the loop is as small as possible 7 Wind the lines in tight even layers onto the reel Fig 17 Wind the line in the direction indicated on the inner reel Place your index finger between the two lines to stop the lines from overlapping
5. hard soil If you attempt a line release in tall grass the engine may stall Always keep the trimming line fully extended Line release becomes more difficult when the cutting line gets shorter 10 NOTE Do not rest the Bump Head on the ground while the unit is running CAUTI O Do not remove or alter the line cutting blade assembly Excessive line length will make the unit overheat This may lead to serious personal injury or damage to the unit Some line breakage will occur from Entanglement with foreign matter Normal line fatigue Attempting to cut thick stalky weeds e Forcing the line into objects such as walls or fence posts TIPS FOR BEST TRIMMING RESULTS Keep the cutting attachment parallel to the ground Do not force the cutting attachment Allow the tip of the line to do the cutting especially along walls Cutting with more than the tip will reduce cutting efficiency and may overload the engine e Cut grass over 8 inches 200 mm by working from top to bottom in small increments to avoid premature line wear or engine drag Cut from right to left whenever possible Cutting to the left improves the unit s cutting efficiency Clippings are thrown away from the operator e Slowly move the trimmer into and out of the cutting area at the desired height Move either in a forward backward or side to side motion Cutting shorter lengths produces the best resu
6. Do not overlap the ends of the line Proceed to step 11 Fig 17 SplitLine Installation 8 Take approximately 10 feet 3 m of new trimming line Insert one end of the line through one of the two holes in the inner reel Fig 18 Pull the line through the inner reel until only about 4 inches is left out 12 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 18 10 Before winding split the line back about 6 inches 11 Wind the line in tight even layers in the direction indicated on the inner reel NOTE Failure to wind the line in the direction indicated will cause the cutting attachment to operate incorrectly Loop Fig 18 12 Insert the ends of the line into the two holding slots Fig 19 13 Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool and place inner reel with spring inside the outer spool Fig 20 Push the inner reel and outer spool together While holding the inner reel and outer spool grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the reel Holding Slots Fig 19 NOTE The spring must be assembled on the inner reel before reassembling the cutting attachment 14 Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob by turning clockwise Tighten securely Spring INSTALLING A PREWOUND REEL 1 Hold t
7. air gap is 0 020 inch 0 5 mm Remove the plug after every 25 hours of operation and check its condition 1 Stop the engine and allow it to cool Grasp the plug wire firmly and pull it from the spark plug 2 Clean around the spark plug Remove the spark plug from the cylinder head by turning a 5 8 inch socket counterclockwise 3 Replace a cracked fouled or dirty spark plug Set the air gap at 0 020 in 0 5 mm using a feeler gauge Fig 28 WARNING 0222 sand blast electrodes Grit in the engine could damage the cylinder 4 Install a correctly gapped spark plug in the cylinder head Tighten by turning the 5 8 inch socket clockwise until snug If using a torque wrench torque to 110 120 in Ib 12 3 13 5 Nem Do not over tighten 0 020 in 0 5 mm 15 CLEANING WARN N a lo avoid serious personal injury always turn your trimmer off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it Use a small brush to clean off the outside of the unit Do not use strong detergents Household cleaners that contain aromatic oils such as pine and lemon and solvents such as kerosene can damage plastic housing or handle Wipe off any moisture with a soft cloth STORAGE Never store a fueled unit where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing Store the unit locked up to prevent unauthorized use or damage St
8. and their explanations deserve your careful attention and understanding The safety warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures SYMBOL MEANING A SAFETY ALERT ounce warning or caution Attention is required in order to avoid serious personal injury May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs NOTE Advises you of information or instructions vital to the operation or maintenance of the equipment Read the Operator s Manual s and follow all warnings and safety instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and or bystanders FOR QUESTIONS CALL 1 800 520 5520 SYMBOL MEANING DANGE R Failure to obey a safety warning will result in serious injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury WARNING Failure to obey a safety warning can result in injury to yourself and others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric shock and personal injury CAUTION Fare rooney ay result in property damage or personal injury to yourself or to others Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire electric sho
9. best grip Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with anything before starting the unit e e e e Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light e Avoid accidental starting Be in the starting position whenever pulling the starter rope The operator and unit must be in a stable position while starting Refer to Starting Stopping Instructions Use the right tool Only use this tool for its intended purpose Do not overreach Always keep proper footing and balance Always hold the unit with both hands when operating eep a firm grip on both handles or grips Keep hands face and feet at a distance from all moving parts Do not touch or try to stop the cutting attachment when it rotates e e Do not touch the engine gear housing or muffler These parts get extremely hot from operation even after the unit is turned off Do not operate the engine faster than the speed needed to cut trim or edge Do not run the engine at high speed when not cutting Always stop the engine when cutting is delayed or when walking from one cutting location to another If you strike or become entangled with a foreign object stop the engine immediately and check for damage Do not operate before repairing damage Do not operate the unit with loose or damaged parts Stop the unit switch the engine to off and disconnect the spark plug for maintenance or repair Use only origi
10. defective in material or workmanship This limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator s Manual furnished with the product and has not been subject to misuse abuse commercial use neglect accident improper maintenance alteration vandalism theft fire water or damage because of other peril or natural disaster Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by Troy Bilt LLC for use with the product s covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage This warranty is limited to ninety 90 days from the date of original retail purchase for any Troy Bilt product that is used for rental or commercial purposes or any other income producing purpose HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE Warranty service is available WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE THROUGH YOUR LOCAL AUTHORIZED SERVICE DEALER To locate the dealer in your area visit our website at www troybilt com check for a listing in the Yellow Pages call 1 800 520 5520 or write to P O Box 361131 Cleveland OH 44136 0019 This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the following cases A Tune ups Spark Plugs Carburetor Adjustments Filters B Wear items Bump Knobs Outer Spools Cutting Line Inner Reels Starter Pulley Starter Ropes Drive Belts C Troy Bilt LLC does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United S
11. questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should call 1 800 520 5520 Manufacturer s Warranty Coverage The warranty period begins on the date the engine or equipment is delivered to the retail purchaser The manufacturer warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that the engine is free from defects in material and workmanship which cause the failure of a warranted part for a period of two years Repair or replacement of warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an Authorized Troy Bilt Service Center For the nearest location please contact Troy Bilt at 1 800 520 5520 Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled for only for regular inspection to the effect of Repair or Replace as Necessary is warranted for the warranty period Any warranted part which is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance will be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part The owner will not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an Authorized Troy Bilt Service Center The manufacturer is liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty Failures caused by abuse neglect or improper maintenance are not covered
12. teetataend taal aden lege de ihn Steel Tube Throttle Control iinarte aa Aagaard guan cactus Finger Tip Trigger Approximate Unit Weight No fuel with cutting attachment shield and D handle 0 0 0 ccc cece 10 Ibs 4 5 kg Cutting Mechanism Bump Head SHOU HEF SUPA Pale a ine te sence creat ora beh with ea E Lae bakt wee eed Lene ada raker Maa eee rR Optional LIMES POOL Di meter dizge aaah eo estes eann ug dy add Oat cs Sot eade aea a a a dt ca stiene dt 3 in 76 2 mm Trimming Lines Diameter vs cccccsstivsicigshactashict ail ceceseantiastelatieersrones cadcnnn EEES NANTON 0 080 in 2 03 mm Cutting Path Diameter auu stansr lak dea a EEEE EEATT EA E OEE A ER E AE EAA TES 17 in 43 18 cm All specifications 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 18 California EPA Emission Control Warranty Statement Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board the Environmental Protection Agency and MTD LLC MTD are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2000 and later small off road engine New small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet stringent anti smog standards MTD must warrant the emission control system on your small off road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your small
13. to any non road engine repair WARN NG TRE establishment individual or authorized service dealer for maintenance or repairs Or Fann repair DO NOT attempt to perform this process yourself Allwaves senice and repair Cool Unik as engine damage may result from contaminants Sene MR the spark re Wire to en sure that involved in the cleaning process for the port the unit cannot start FREQUENCY Before starting engine MAINTENANCE REQUIRED REFER TO Every To hours Check and clean spark arrestor Page 14 Every 25 hours Check spark plug condition and gap Page 15 Inspect exhaust port and spark arrestor screen for clogging or Every S0 hours obstruction to assure maximum performance levels Pagers LINE INSTALLATION Remove the inner reel from the outer spool Fig 13 This section covers both SplitLine and standard single 3 Remove spring from the inner reel Fig 13 line installation Always use original equipment manufacturer 0 080 in Tar Use arclean clothe cleanthe theinner reel spring 2 03 mm replacement line Line other than the specified shaftanidinner Surface of theouter spool may make the engine overheat or fail 5 Check the indexing teeth on the inner reel and outer spool for wear Fig 14 If necessary remove burrs or WARNING Never use metal replace the reel and spool reinforced line wire chain or rope These can break off and become dangerous projectiles
14. under warranty The use of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim The manufacturer is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts In order to file a claim go to your nearest Authorized Troy Bilt Service Center Warranty services or repairs will be provided at all Authorized Troy Bilt Service Centers Any manufacturer approved replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repair of emission related parts and will be provided without charge to the owner Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance or durability may be used in non warranty maintenance or repair and will not reduce the warranty obligations of the manufacturer e The following components are included in the emission related warranty of the engine air filter carburetor primer fuel ines fuel pick up fuel filter ignition module spark plug and muffler 19 MANUFACTURER S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by Troy Bilt LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States its possessions and territories Troy Bilt LLC 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
15. when disassembling the muffler so you can put it back together correctly Failure to do so will damage the unit and may cause serious personal injury 1 Remove air filter muffler cover Refer to Removing the Air Filter Muffler Cover 2 Locate the muffler but do not remove it Find the two 2 screws on the bottom of the muffler Fig 26 These two screws hold the Spark Arrestor Hood Assembly and the spark arrestor screen to the bottom of the muffler Remove the two 2 screws using either a torx 20 or flat blade screwdriver 3 Using a small flat blade screwdriver carefully pry up the spark arrestor screen from the recessed hole taking care to notice that the raised part of the spark arrestor screen is inside the recessed hole Remove the spark arrestor screen from the muffler 4 Clean the spark arrestor screen with a wire brush Replace it if it is damaged or if you are unable to clean it thoroughly 5 Reinstall the spark arrestor screen by putting the raised portion of the screen inside the recessed hole of the muffler Make sure that the spark arrestor screen fits flat against the muffler 6 Place the spark arrestor plate on top of the spark arrestor with the raised side up and the opening facing towards the engine Fig 26 7 Place the spark arrestor hood on top of the spark arrestor plate with the raised side up and the opening facing AWAY from the engine Fig 26 Verify that the ex
16. 2 cycle oil with this unit If unavailable use a good 2 cycle oil designed for air cooled engines along with a fuel additive such as STA BIL Gas Stabilizer or an equivalent Add 0 8 oz 23 ml of fuel additive per gallon of fuel according to the instructions on the container NEVER add fuel additives directly to the unit s fuel tank CAUTION for proper engine maximum reliability pay strict attention to the oil and fuel mixing instructions on the 2 cycle oil container Using improperly mixed fuel can severely damage the engine 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 NOTE One gallon 3 8 liters of unleaded gasoline mixed with one 3 2 oz 95 ml bottle of 2 cycle oil makes a 40 1 fuel oil ratio ne 2 CYOLE ENGINE Git canes eel 2 CYCLE OIL UNLEADED GAS 1 GALLON US 3 2 FL OZ 3 8 LITERS 95 ml MIXING RATIO 40 1 WARNIN a Gasoline is extremely flammable Ignited Vapors may explode Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank Do not smoke while filling the tank Keep sparks and open flames at a distance from the area WARNIN a Remove fuel cap slowly to avoid injury from fuel spray Never operate the unit without the fuel cap secure
17. 21 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 your air filter properly can result in poor performance or can cause permanent damage to your engine 1 Remove air filter muffler cover Refer to Removing the Air Filter Muffler Cover 2 Turn cover over and look inside to locate the air filter Remove the air filter from inside the air filter muffler cover Fig 22 3 Wash the filter in detergent and water Fig 23 Rinse the filter thoroughly Squeeze out excess water Allow it to dry completely 4 Apply enough clean SAE 30 oil to lightly coat the filter Fig 24 5 Squeeze the filter to spread and remove excess oi Fig 25 by 6 inside Muffler Cover Fig 22 Fig 23 Air Filter Fig 25 6 Replace the air filter inside the air filter muffler cover Fig 22 NOTE Operating the unit without the air filter and air filter muffler cover assembly will VOID the warranty Reinstalling the Air Filter Muffler Cover 1 Place the air filter muffler cover over the back of the carburetor and muffler Align the screw holes 2 Insert the four 4 screws into the holes in the air filter muffler cover Fig 21 and tighten Do not over tighten 13 SPARK ARRESTOR MAINTENANCE NOTE The exhaust can only flow in one direction AWAY from the engine Pay close attention
18. area to be cut before each use Remove rocks broken glass nails wire string and other objects which may be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment Clear the area of children bystanders and pets keep them outside a 50 foot 15 m radius at a minimum Even then they are still at risk from thrown objects Encourage bystanders to wear eye protection If you are approached stop the unit immediately Squeeze the throttle control and check that it returns automatically to the idle position Make all adjustments or repairs before using the unit This unit was not designed to be used as a brushcutter Do not attach or operate this unit with any type of brushcutting blade or brushcutting attachment SAFETY WARNINGS FOR GAS TRIMMERS a Gasoline is highl WARNING fimmable and its vapors can explode if ignited Take the following precautions e Store fuel only in containers specifically designed and approved for the storage of such materials Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before filling the fuel tank Never remove the fuel tank cap or add fuel when the engine is hot Never operate the unit without the fuel cap securely in place Loosen the fuel tank cap slowly to relieve any pressure in the tank Add fuel in a clean well ventilated outdoor area where there are no sparks or flames Remove the fuel cap slowly and only after the en
19. ck and personal injury e IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING WARNING Wren using ihe unit safety rules Please read these instructions before operating the unit in order to ensure the safety of the operator and any bystanders Please keep these instructions for later use Read the instructions carefully Be familiar with the controls and proper use of the unit Do not operate this unit when tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or medication Children under the age of 15 must not use the unit teens may operate the unit with adult guidance e we pect the unit before use Replace damaged parts Check for fuel leaks Make sure all fasteners are in ace and secure Replace cutting attachment parts that are cracked chipped or damaged in any way ake sure the cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened Be sure that the cutting attachment shield is properly attached and positioned as recommended Failure to do so can result in p a ersonal injury to the operator and bystanders as well s damage to the unit Use only 0 080 inch 2 03 mm diameter original equipment manufacturer replacement line Never use metal reinforced line wire chain or rope These can break off and become dangerous projectiles e Be aware of risk of injury to the head hands and feet e Clear the
20. d cleaning the air filter the engine still will not idle adjust the idle speed screw as follows 1 Start the engine and let it run at a high idle for a minute to warm up Refer to Starting Stopping Instructions a The cutti WA R N l N G attachivent will spin during idle speed adjustments Wear protective clothing and observe all safety instructions to prevent serious personal injury 2 Release the throttle trigger and let the engine idle If the engine stops insert a small phillips screwdriver into the hole in the air filter muffler cover Fig 27 Turn the idle speed screw in clockwise 1 8 of a turn at a time as needed until the engine idles smoothly 3 If the engine appears to be idling too fast turn the idle speed screw counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn at a time as needed to reduce idle speed Checking the fuel mixture cleaning the air filter and adjusting the idle speed should solve most engine problems If not and all of the following are true e the engine will not idle the engine hesitates or stalls on acceleration there is a loss of engine power Have the carburetor adjusted by an authorized service dealer WARNING prevent serious make sure the cutting attachment has stopped rotating after you turn it off and before you set it down REPLACING THE SPARK PLUG Use a Champion RDJ7Y spark plug or equivalent The correct
21. fety assembly operating and maintenance and repair information SYMBO MEANING SYMBOL MEANING SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL A THROWN OBJECTS AND 4 ROTATING CUTTER CAN CAUSE dicates danger warning or lt I3 SEVERE INJURY caution May be used in conjunction a with other symbols or pictographs r WARN NG Do not operate without the cutting attachment shield in place Keep WARNING READ OPERATOR S away from the rotating cutting MANUAL attachment Read the Operator s Manual s and follow all warnings and safety instructions Failure to do so can result in serious injury to the operator and or bystanders ON OFF STOP CONTROL ON START RUN ON OFF STOP CONTROL PROTECTION OFF or STOP WARNING thrown objects and loud noise can cause severe eye injury and hearing loss Wear eye protection meeting ANSI O i WEAR EYE AND HEARING HOT SURFACE WARNING Z87 1 1989 standards and ear protection when operating this unit Use a full face shield when needed Do not touch a hot muffler or cylinder You may get burned These parts get extremely hot from operation When turned off they remain hot for a short time e KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY WARNING Keep all bystanders especially children and e CHOKE CONTROL pets at least 50 feet 15 m from the iN b 1 FULL choke position operatng arga 2 PARTIAL choke position 3 RUN position UNLEADED FUEL QEZ rd wa A
22. gine stops Do not smoke while fueling or mixing fuel Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit immediately e Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate e 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 OPERATING Never start or run the unit inside a closed room or building Breathing exhaust fumes can be fatal Operate this unit only in a well ventilated outdoor area e Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87 1 standards and are marked as such Wear ear hearing protection when operating this unit Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty e Wear heavy long pants boots gloves and a long sleeve shirt Do not wear loose clothing jewelry short pants sandals or go barefoot Secure hair above shoulder level e The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while operating the unit Do not operate unit without both trimming lines extended and the proper line installed Do not extend the trimming line beyond the length of the shield This unit does not have a clutch The cutting attachment continues rotating when the engine is idling If it does not have the unit adjusted by an authorized service technician Adjust the D handle to your size in order to provide the
23. haust will be directed AWAY from the engine 8 Replace the two screws you removed in Step 2 and tighten them securely 9 Reinstall the air filter muffler cover 14 WARN I N G a If the exhaust deflector assembly is not tightened securely it could fall off causing damage to the unit and possible serious personal injury Muffler Spark Arrestor Screen Spark Arrestor Plate Opening Spark Arrestor Hood Assembly Includes Spark Arrestor Spark Arrestor Plate Hood Spark Arrestor Hood Screws and Screws Fig 26 CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT The idle speed of the engine is adjustable through the air filter muffler cover Fig 27 NOTE Careless adjustments can seriously damage your unit An authorized service dealer should make carburetor adjustments Check Fuel Mixture Old and or improperly mixed fuel is usually the reason for improper unit performance Drain and refill the tank with fresh properly mixed fuel prior to making any adjustments Refer to Oil and Fuel Information Clean Air Filter The condition of the air filter is important to the operation of the unit A dirty air filter will restrict air flow and change the air fuel mixture This is often mistaken for an out of adjustment carburetor Check the condition of the air filter before adjusting the idle speed screw Refer to Air Filter Maintenance Adjust Idle Speed Screw If after checking the fuel mixture an
24. he above limitation may not apply to you In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the amount of the purchase price of the product sold Alteration of the safety features of the product shall void this Warranty You assume the risk and liability for loss damage or injury to you and your property and or to others and their property arising out of the use or misuse or inability to use the product This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser original lessee or the person for whom it was purchased as a gift How State Law Relates to this Warranty This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To locate your nearest service dealer dial 1 800 520 5520 Troy Bilt LLC PO Box 361131 Cleveland OH 44136 0019
25. he outer spool with one hand and unscrew the bump knob counterclockwise Fig 12 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 13 3 Remove the spring from the old inner reel Fig 13 4 Place the spring in the new inner reel NOTE The spring must be assembled on the inner reel before reassembling the cutting attachment 5 Insert the ends of the line through the eyelets in the outer spool Fig 20 6 Place the new inner reel inside the outer spool Push the inner reel and outer spool together While holding the inner reel and outer spool grasp the ends and pull firmly to release the line from the holding slots in the spool 7 Hold the inner reel in place and install the bump knob by turning clockwise Tighten securely AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Removing the Air Filter Muffler Cover WARNING 224s always turn your unit off and allow it to cool before you clean or service it 1 Place the blue choke lever in Position 2 Fig 21 NOTE The blue choke lever must be in Position 2 to remove the air filter muffler cover 2 Remove the four 4 screws securing the air filter muffler cover Fig 21 Use a flat blade or T 20 Torx bit screwdriver 3 Pull the cover from the engine Do not force Blue Choke Lever Position 2 Screws Screws Fig
26. il the threaded end protrudes through the guard mounting bracket Fig 5 3 Put the washer on the bolt then screw the wing nut onto the bolt and tighten Shaft Housing gt Guard Mounting Pr Bracket Cutting Attachment Shield Fig 4 Guard Mounting i Bracket N Square Bolt Fig 5 OIL AND FUEL MIXING INSTRUCTIONS Old and or improperly mixed fuel are the main reasons for the unit not running properly Be sure to use fresh clean unleaded fuel Follow the instructions carefully for the proper fuel oil mixture Definition of Blended Fuels Today s fuels are often a blend of gasoline and oxygenates such as ethanol methanol or MTBE ether Alcohol blended fuel absorbs water As little as 1 water in the fuel can make fuel and oil separate It forms acids when stored When using alcohol blended fuel use fresh fuel less than 60 days old Using Blended Fuels If you choose to use a blended fuel or its use is unavoidable follow recommended precautions Always use the fresh fuel mix explained in your operator s manual Always agitate the fuel mix before fueling the unit Drain the tank and run the engine dry before storing the unit Using Fuel Additives The bottle of 2 cycle oil that came with your unit contains a fuel additive which will help inhibit corrosion and minimize the formation of gum deposits It is recommended that you use our
27. ion 2 Position 3 Position 1 a Blue Choke 7 Lever Primer Bulb Starter Rope Throttle Control HOLDING THE TRIMMER WARN N G a Always wear eye hearing foot and body protection to reduce the risk of injury when operating this unit Before operating the unit stand in the operating position Fig 9 Check for the following The operator is wearing eye protection and proper clothing With a slightly bent right arm the operator s right hand is holding the shaft grip The operator s left arm is straight the left hand holding the D handle The unit is at waist level The cutting attachment is parallel to the ground and easily contacts the grass without the need to bend over e e e e Fig 9 ADJUSTING TRIMMING LINE LENGTH The Bump Head cutting attachment allows you to release trimming line without stopping the engine To release more line lightly tap the cutting attachment on the ground Fig 10 while operating the trimmer at high speed NOTE Always keep the trimming line fully extended Line release becomes more difficult as cutting line becomes shorter Fig 10 Each time the head is bumped about 1 inch 25 4 mm of trimming line releases A blade in the cutting attachment shield will cut the line to the proper length if any excess line is released For best results tap the bump knob on bare ground or
28. ll Version 3 which significantly i reduces the effort required to start the engine You must pull the starter rope out far enough to hear the i engine attempt to start There is no need to pull the 7 rope briskly there is no harsh resistance when pulling Be aware that this starting method is vastly i different from and much easier than what you may i be used to 6 Place the blue choke lever in Position 2 7 While squeezing the throttle control pull the starter rope out with a controlled and steady motion until the engine starts 8 Keep the throttle squeezed and allow the engine to warm up for 15 to 30 seconds 9 Place the blue choke lever in Position 3 The unit is ready for use IF The engine does not start go back to step 3 IF The engine fails to start after a few attempts place the blue choke lever in Position 3 and squeeze the throttle control Pull the starter rope briskly 3 to 8 times The engine should start If not repeat IF WARM If the engine is already warm make sure the On Off Stop control is in the ON position and start the unit with the blue choke lever in Position 2 After the unit starts move the blue choke lever to Position 3 STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Release your hand from the throttle control Allow the engine to cool down by idling 2 Put the On Off Stop Control in the OFF O position Stop Off 0 On Off Stop Control Start On I Fig 6 Posit
29. lts Trim only when grass and weeds are dry The life of your cutting line is dependent upon Adherence of the listed trimming techniques e What vegetation is cut e Where vegetation is cut For example the line will wear faster when trimming against a foundation wall as opposed to trimming around tree DECORATIVE TRIMMING Decorative trimming is accomplished by removing all vegetation around trees posts fences etc Rotate the whole unit so that the cutting attachment is at a 30 angle to the ground Fig 11 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE Maintenance replacement or repair of the Perform these required maintenance procedures at the Ssl devices and system may be frequency stated in the table These procedures should PEON OBY ANY MORT OAKENJINE TEPAT also be a part of any seasonal tune up RENE individual or authorized service ealer NOTE Some maintenance procedures may require gt special tools or skills If you are unsure about In order to assure peak performance of your engine these procedures take your unit to any non road inspection of the engine exhaust port may be necessary engine repair establishment individual or after 50 hours of operation If you notice lost RPM poor authorized service dealer performance or general lack of acceleration this service may be required If you feel your engine is in need of this inspection refer service
30. lways use clean fresh unleaded fuel Refer to operator smanual Tor thie proper type of oil APPLICATIONS As a trimmer Cutting grass and light weeds Edging Fuel Cap Decorative trimming around trees fences etc Blue Choke Lever KC f Starter Pr Rope Grip Primer Bulb D Handle Control On Off Stop Control Muffler Spark Plug Air Filter Muffler Cover Shaft Line Cutting Blade Tube Cutting Attachment Shield Cutting Attachment INSTALL AND ADJUST THE D HANDLE 1 Push the D handle down onto the shaft housing so that the handle slants towards the shaft grip Fig 1 The squared bolt hole in the handle is to the right nsert the shoulder bolt into the squared hole in the andle and push through On the left side of the andle place the washer on the bolt then screw the wing nut onto the bolt Do not tighten until you make the handle adjustment 3 Rotate the D handle to place the grip above the top of the shaft housing Place it a minimum of 6 inches 15 24 cm from the end of the shaft grip nm sp Shaft Grip Shaft Housing D Handle Tighten Minimum 6 inches 15 24 cm Shaft Housing Cutting i Attachment vr Shield Fig 1 While holding the unit in the operating position Fig 2 position the D handle to the location that provides you the best grip
31. ly in place Add fuel in a clean WARNIN well ventilated outdoor area Wipe up any spilled fuel immediately Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilt fuel Do not start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate NOTE Dispose of the old fuel oil mix in accordance to Federal State and Local regulations WAR G Operate this unit only in a well ventilated outdoor area Carbon monoxide exhaust fumes can be lethal in a confined area WARN N a Avoid accidental starting Make sure you are in the starting position when pulling the starter rope Fig 8 To avoid serious injury the operator and unit must be in stable position while starting STARTING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Mix gas with oil Fill fuel tank with fuel oil mixture See Oil and Fuel Mixing Instructions 2 Make sure the On Off Stop Control in the ON 1 position Fig 6 3 Fully press and release the primer bulb 10 times slowly Some amount of fuel should be visible in the primer bulb and fuel lines Fig 7 If you can t see fuel in the bulb press and release the bulb as many times as it takes before you can see fuel in it i 4 Place the blue choke lever in Position 1 Fig 7 f 5 Crouch in the starting position Fig 8 and squeeze the i throttle control Pull the starter rope out with a i controlled and steady motion 5 times NOTE The unit uses EZ Pu
32. nal equipment manufacturer replacement parts and accessories for this unit These are available from your authorized service dealer Use of any unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user or damage to the unit and void your warranty Keep unit clean of vegetation and other materials They may become lodged between the cutting attachment and shield To reduce fire hazard replace a faulty muffler and spark arrestor Keep the engine and muffler free from grass leaves excessive grease or carbon build up OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS Never store a fueled unit inside a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark Allow the engine to cool before storing or transporting Be sure to secure the unit while transporting Store the unit in a dry area locked up or up high to prevent unauthorized use or damage out of the reach of children Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid Keep handles dry clean and free from debris Clean after each use see Cleaning and Storage instructions Keep these instructions Refer to them often and use them to instruct other users If you loan someone this unit also loan them these instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY AND INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS This operator s manual describes safety and international symbols and pictographs that may appear on this product Read the operator s manual for complete sa
33. nough Press primer bulb fully and slowly 10 times Engine is flooded Squeeze the trigger and pull the starter rope Old or improperly mixed fuel Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Fouled spark plug Replace or clean the spark plug Plugged spark arrestor Clean or replace spark arrestor CAUSE Air filter is plugged Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment ACTION Replace or clean the air filter Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Adjust according to the Carburetor Adjustments section CAUSE Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment Cutting attachment bound with grass Dirty air filter Plugged spark arrestor ACTION Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Take to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment Stop the engine and clean the cutting attachment Clean or replace the air filter Clean or replace spark arrestor 4 CAUSE Old or improperly mixed fuel Improper carburetor adjustment Fouled spark plug Plugged spark arrestor ACTION Drain gas tank and add fresh fuel mixture Take to an authorized service dealer for an adjustment Replace or clean the spark plug Clean or replace spark arrestor 4 CAUSE Cutting attachment bound with grass Cutting attachment out of line Inner reel bound up Cutting head dirty Line welded Line twisted when refilled Not enough line is exposed ACTION Stop the engine and clean cutting attachment
34. off road engine Your emission control system may include parts such as the carburetor or fuel injected system the ignition system and catalytic converter Also included may be hoses belts connectors and other emission related assemblies Where a warrantable condition exists Troy Bilt will repair your small off road engine at no cost to you including diagnosis parts and labor The 2000 and later small off road engines are warranted for two years If any emission related part on your engine is defective the part will be repaired or replaced by Troy Bilt Owners Warranty Responsibilities As the small off road engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your operator s manual Troy Bilt recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off road engine but Troy Bilt cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the small off road engine owner you however should be aware that Troy Bilt may deny you warranty coverage if your small off road engine or a part has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance or unapproved modifications You are responsible for presenting your small off road engine to a Troy Bilt 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 If you have any
35. ore the unit in a dry well ventilated area Store the unit out of the reach of children LONG TERM STORAGE If you plan on storing the unit for an extended time use the following storage procedure 1 Drain all fuel from the fuel tank into a container with the same 2 cycle fuel mixture Do not use fuel that has been stored for more than 60 days Dispose of the old fuel oil mix in accordance to Federal State and Local regulations 16 2 Start the engine and allow it to run until it stalls This ensures that all fuel has been drained from the carburetor gt 3 Allow the engine to cool Remove the spark plug and put 1 oz 30 ml of any high quality motor oil or 2 cycle oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope slowly to distribute the oil Reinstall the spark plug os NOTE Remove the spark plug and drain all of the oil from the cylinder before attempting to start the trimmer after storage 4 Thoroughly clean the unit and inspect it for any loose or damaged parts Repair or replace damaged parts and tighten loose screws nuts or bolts The unit is ready for storage TRANSPORTING Allow the engine to cool before transporting e Drain fuel from unit Tighten fuel cap before transporting e Secure the unit while transporting CAUSE Empty fuel tank ACTION Fill fuel tank with properly mixed fuel Primer bulb wasn t pressed e
36. our unit Refer to the sample plate below and copy the information for future reference i Model Number Saria Numner Parent Part Number Copy the model and 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 Service Information 2 aaau 2 Rules for Safe Operation oaan ccc 3 Know Your Unit 20 eroa iia an Eun A OES 6 Assembly Instructions 20 0 0 0 0 7 Oil and Fuel Information 0 0 0 0 000004 8 Starting Stopping Instructions 0 0 0 6 9 Operating Instructions 00 0 00 cee ae 10 Maintenance and Repair Instructions 11 Cleaning and Storage 0 0 0 0 ee 16 Troubleshooting Chart 0 00 00 c eee 17 Speciications ss varar aaa hee are disses 18 Warranty Information s 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 cee eae 20 Parts Vist Lara senkes Inside Back Cover SPARK ARRESTOR NOTE 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 equip
37. ped and maintained for the prevention of fire Check with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining to these requirements Failure to follow these requirements could subject you to liability or a fine This unit is factory equipped with a spark arrestor If it requires replacement ask your LOCAL SERVICE DEALER to install the Accessory Part 753 04689 Spark Arrestor Kit CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING ARNING THE ENGINE EXHAUST FROM THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM _ The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers The safety symbols
38. tates of America its possessions and territories except those sold through Troy Bilt s authorized channels of export distribution Troy Bilt LLC reserves the right to change or improve the design of any Troy Bilt Product without assuming any obligation to modify any product previously manufactured No implied warranty including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified No other express warranty or guaranty whether written or oral except as mentioned above given by any person or entity including a dealer or retailer with respect to any product shall bind Troy Bilt LLC During the period of the Warranty the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied vel lasts so the above limitation may not apply to YOU The provisions as set forth in this Warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sales Troy Bilt LLC shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damages including without limitation expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services for transportation or for related expenses or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so t
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