Bolens BL150 Operator'S Manual Download

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• IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION •

• 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 engine stops. Do not smoke while fuel-
ing or mixing fuel. Wipe up any spilled fuel from the unit
immediately.

• Avoid creating a source of ignition for spilled fuel. Do not

start the engine until fuel vapors dissipate.

• 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.

• Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 stan-

dards and are marked as such. Wear ear/hearing protection
when operating this unit. Wear a face or dust mask if the
operation is dusty.

• Wear heavy long pants, boots, gloves and a long sleeve

shirt. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, san-
dals or go barefoot. Secure hair above shoulder level.

• The cutting attachment shield must always be in place while

operating the unit. Do not operate unit without both trim-
ming 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.

• Adjust the D-handle to your size in order to provide the

best grip.

• Be sure the cutting attachment is not in contact with any-

thing before starting the unit.

• Use the unit only in daylight or good artificial light.

• Avoid accidental starting. Be in the starting position when-

ever pulling the starter rope. The operator and unit must
be in a stable position while starting. Refer to the
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.

Keep 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.

• 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 Genuine Factory Parts™ 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 dam-
age 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 liq-