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 ©2002 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 1-330-558-7220 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.
INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Calling Customer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Know Your Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Cleaning and Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .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
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