ENGLISH R Trademark Please do not return unit to retailer. Por favor, no devuelva el aparato al lugar de compra. Veuillez ne pas retourner l’outil au détaillant. 1-800-554-6723 www.weedeater.com Instruction Manual Manual de Instrucciones Manuel d’Instructions ESPAÑOL BC2500 LE For Occasional Use Only Electrolux Home Products, Inc. 250 Bobby Jones Expressway Augusta, GA 30907 Copyright E2003 Electrolux Home Products, Inc.
SAFETY RULES WARNING: When using gardening appliances, basic safety precautions must always be followed to reduce the risk of fire and serious injury. Hazard Zone DANGER: This power tool can be dangerous! This unit can cause serious injury including amputation or blindness to the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions in this manual must be followed to provide reasonable safety and efficiency in using the unit.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel. S Always use the handlebar and a properly adjusted shoulder strap with a blade (see ASSEMBLY). S Always store gasoline in a container approved for flammable liquids. CUTTING SAFETY WARNING: Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects (rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, string, etc.) which can be thrown or become entangled in the blade or trimmer head. S Keep others including children, animals, bystanders, and helpers at least 50 feet (15 meters) away.
operate in a locale where such regulations exist, you are legally responsible for maintaining the operating condition of these parts. Failure to do so is a violation of the law. For normal homeowner use, the muffler and spark arresting screen will not require any service. After 50 hours of use, we recommend that your muffler be serviced or replaced by your authorized service dealer. WARNING: The muffler on this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer.
blade nut by turning clockwise. Remove the screwdriver. Remove both washers and blade. To remove metal shield, loosen and remove the four mounting screws. See ATTACHING THE METAL SHIELD and INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE for illustrations. Be sure to store all parts and instructions for future use. 4. Insert two screws into the screw holes. 5. Secure shoulder strap clamp by tightening screws with a hex wrench.
ASSEMBLY INFORMATION -- WEED BLADE INSTALLATION OF THE METAL BLADE WARNING: Wear protective gloves when handling or performing maintenance on the blade to avoid injury. The blade is sharp and can cut you even when it is not moving. WEED BLADE WARNING: Do not use any blades, or fastening hardware other than the washers and nuts shown in the following illustrations. These parts must be provided by Poulan/Weed Eater and installed as shown below.
8. Insert a small screwdriver into aligned holes. This will keep the shaft from turning while tightening the blade nut. 9. TIghten blade nut firmly with a wrench while holding screwdriver in position. 10. Remove the screwdriver. 11. Turn blade by hand. If the blade binds against the shield, or appears to be uneven, the blade is not centered, and you must reinstall. NOTE: To remove blade, insert screwdriver into aligned holes. Unthread the nut and remove parts.
To avoid engine problems, empty the fuel system before storage for 30 days or longer. Drain the gas tank, start the engine and let it run until the fuel lines and carburetor are empty. Use fresh fuel next season. Never use engine or carburetor cleaner products in the fuel tank or permanent damage may occur. See the STORAGE section for additional information. HOW TO STOP YOUR UNIT 9. S To stop the engine, move the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position.
When operating unit, clip shoulder strap onto clamp, stand as shown and check for the following: S Wear eye protection and heavy clothing. S Extend your left arm and hold handlebar grip with your left hand. S Hold throttle grip with your right hand with finger on throttle trigger. S Keep unit below waist level. S Keep shoulder strap pad centered on your left shoulder and danger sign centered on your back. S Maintain full weight of tool on your left shoulder.
S WHEN BLADE THRUST OCCURS -Blade Thrust can occur without warning if the blade snags, stalls, or binds. This is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material being cut. By using the unit properly, the occurrence of blade thrust will be reduced and the operator will be less likely to lose control. MOWING -- Your trimmer is ideal for mowing in places conventional lawn mowers cannot reach. In the mowing position, keep the line parallel to the ground.
RECOMMENDED CUTTING POSITION 2 o’clock Cut using the 2 o’clock to 4 o’clock position of the blade 4 o’clock WARNING: The operator or others must not try to clear away cut material with the engine running or the blade turning to avoid serious injury. Stop engine and blade before removing materials wrapped around blade or tube. MAINTENANCE WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. CHECK FOR LOOSE FASTENERS AND PARTS S S S S S 3. 4. 5. 6.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS REPLACING THE LINE 1. Remove spool by firmly pulling on tap button. 2. Clean entire surface of hub and spool. 3. Replace with a pre-wound spool, or cut two lengths of 12-1/2 feet of 0.080″ (2 mm) diameter Weed Eaterr brand line. WARNING: Never use wire, rope, string, etc., which can break off and become a dangerous missile. 4. Insert ends of the lines about 1/2 inch (1 cm) into the small holes on the inside of spool.
If your unit is to be stored for a period of time: S Clean the entire unit before lengthy storage. S Store in a clean dry area. S Lightly oil external metal surfaces. FUEL SYSTEM Under FUELING ENGINE in the OPERATION section of this manual, see message labeled IMPORTANT regarding the use of gasohol in your engine. Fuel stabilizer is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to the gasoline in the fuel tank or fuel storage container.
LIMITED WARRANTY ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., warrants to the original purchaser that each new Weed Eaterr brand gasoline tool or attachment is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective gasoline product or attachment as follows from the original date of purchase. 2 YEARS-- Parts and Labor, when used for household purposes. 90 DAYS -- Parts and Labor, when used for commercial, professional, or income producing purposes.
UCTS, INC., servicing center. If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call ELECTROLUX HOME PRODUCTS, INC., at 1--800--554--6723. WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of “repair or replace as necessary” shall be warranted for 2 years.
