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| About - Black & Decker BV2500 |
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The Black & Decker BV2500 is part of the leaf blower test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, leaf blower models like the BV2500 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.
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| About This Brand |
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This leading marketer of electric and cordless leaf blowers uses the Leaf Hog line name on some models. Black & Decker makes lightweight plug-in electric models that weigh 5 to 8 lbs. Black & Decker leaf blowers are among the most widely available, and can be found in mass merchants, home centers, web retailers and hardware stores. |
| Features & Specs - Black & Decker BV2500 | |
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Weight (lbs.) |
8.8 |
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cc/amp |
12-amp |
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Multiple speeds |
No |
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Vacuum capability |
Yes |
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Translucent fuel tank |
NA |
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Spring assisted starting |
NA |
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Four-cycle engine |
NA |
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Consumer Reports User Reviews
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Vacuum gets clogged
12/3/2012
Pros
Cons
Vacuum Bag Somewhat Small
Vacuum Clogs Repeatedly
Best Uses
Comment:
During fall raking season I found the vacuum to get clogged every minute. Specifically the narrow chute between the blades and the bag would get completely stuffed with shredded leaves. Every time this happened, I had to pull off the big intake tube and extricate the clog with my fingers, which is a royal pain. It must be a poor design because my old B&D blower/vacuum (BV1500) seems to have the same diameter chute and rarely clogs. In fact I used the two machines on the same day and the old one didn't clog. The leaves were not wet. I bought the unit because the old one was pretty good, and can't understand how a good company can have such a drop in quality. Also, the bag is 1.5 bushels instead of my old unit which was 2.5, but I should've read the box more carefully too see that. If only the box had said that the vacuum constantly clogs. I decided to replace my old unit because the safety catch wore out, causing the motor to think the tube was disconnected so it turned off a lot. I suppose these things have a 3-4 year lifespan at best, even the good ones.<br /><br />For leaf blowing I didn't get great performance but that might be because my grass was pretty long. At least it worked.
How long have you owned it:
Three-to-six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Other User Reviews
User has 1 of experience with this product
Nice Blower
12/27/2007
Strength
Strong, easy to use
Weakness
None
Although this unit can perform multiple tasks, I use it only for blowing. For that, it meets my expectations. It's quite powerful and can blow with ease. Highly recommend this blower.
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User has 7 of experience with this product
Black Decker High Performance Blower Vac - BV2500
09/18/2007
Strength
Great blowing powerExcellent mulchingLightweight
Weakness
None
This blower is excellent for getting all the cut grass off your driveway, blowing the debris out of our garage, and mulching up fallen leaves. I've used it for all these tasks with ease. It's light weight as well, so you won't get tired using it for long periods of time. Highly recommended!
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User has 1 Day of experience with this product
Good value for the money!
09/07/2007
Strength
Strong motor and works quite well.
Weakness
None.
I purchased this unit a Kmart during a clearance sale and got it for a very good price. I didn't know what to expect at first but I am quite happy with my purchase. It is very strong and works great for uses. I purchased it primarily to blow out my garage and avoid the fumes from my gas powered blower.
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