Zenoah EXtremeTM EXZ2500S User's Manual
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1. E OPERATION 1 Check the bolt to fasten the blade and be sure the bolt has no fault and no abrasion 2 Be sure that the blade and the holder have been fastened according to instruction and the blade turns smoothly without abnormal noise OP7 WARNING e The rotating parts fastened incorrectly may cause serious accident to the operator Make sure that the blade is not bent warped cracked broken or damaged If you find any error to the blade discard it and change new one which is certified by RedMax NW By using the shoulder strap hang the unit on your right side Adjust the strap length so that the cutting head may become parallel to the ground OP8 WARNING Make sure to use shoulder strap and debris guard If not it is vary dangerous when you slip or lose your balance WARNING E CONTROLLING BLADE BOUNCE e Kick out can cause serious personal injury Carefully study this section It is important that you understand what causes kick out how you can reduce the chance of kick out and how you can remain in control of the unit if kick out does Occur 1 What causes kick out e Kick out can occur when the moving blade contacts an object that it cannot cut This contact causes the blade to stop for an instant and then suddenly move or bounce away from the object that was hit The operator can lose control of the unit and the blade can cause serious personal injury to the operator or any person2. Always wear eye protection such as safety goggles Never lean over the rotating cutting head Rocks or other debris could be thrown into eyes and face and cause serious personal injury Keep the debris guard in place at all times when the unit is operated TRIMMING GRASS AND WEEDS Always remember that the TIP of the line does cutting You will achieve better results by not crowding the line into the cutting area Allow the unit to trim at its own pace Hold the unit so the head is off the ground and is tilted about 20 degrees toward the sweep direction OP1 You can avoid thrown debris by sweeping from your left to the right Use a slow deliberate action to cut heavy growth The rate of cutting motion will depend on the material being cut Heavy growth will require slower action than will light growth Never swing the unit so hard as you are In danger of losing your balance or control of the unit Try to control the cutting motion with the hip rather than placing the full workload on the arm and hands Take precautions to avoid wire grass and dead dry long stem weeds from wrapping around the head shaft Such materials can stall the head and cause the clutch to slip resulting in damage to the clutch system if repeated frequently ADJUSTING THE LINE LENGTH Your brushcutters is equipped with a semi auto type nylon line head that allows the operator to advance the line without stopping t
3. MAINTENANCE OF THE UNITS ACCIDENTAL MISHANDLING ALTERATION ABUSE IMPROPER LUBRICATION USE OF ANY PARTS OR ACCESSORIES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED BY THE COMPANY OR OTHER CAUSES BEYOND THE COMPANY S CONTROL THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THOSE PARTS REPLACED BY NORMAL WEAR OR HARMLESS CHANGES IN THEIR APPEARANCE THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO TWO 2 YEARS OF USE FROM THE ORIGINAL DELIVERY DATE LIABILITIES FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES ARE EXCLUDED SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IF YOU NEED TO OBTAIN INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEAREST SERVICE CENTER PLEASE CALL RedMax KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC AT 770 381 5147 IMPORTANT YOU WILL RECEIVE A WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AT TIME OF PURCHASE PLEASE FILL OUT THE CARD AND SEND IT TO RedMax KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA WITHIN SEVEN 7 DAYS BE SURE TO KEEP A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC t ax 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross Georgia 30093 RedMax Garantie limit e Pieces en rapport avec les missions de gaz d cha
4. a tank of fuel Be sure to refill the oil tank every time when refueling the saw E ADJUSTING OIL FLOW RATE WARNING Never fill the oil reservoir nor adjust the oiler with the engine running IMPORTANT An increase in bar oil flow rate will speed oil consumption requiring more frequent checks on the oil reservoir To ensure sufficient lubrication It may be necessary to check the oil level more frequently than at fuel tank refills The guide bar and chain are lubricated automatically by a pump that operates whenever the chain rotates The pump is set at the factory to deliver a minimum flow rate but it can be adjusted in the field A temporary increase in oil flow is often desirable when cutting things like hardwood or wood with a lot of pitch Adjust the pump as follows 1 Stop the engine and make sure the stop switch is in the OFF position 2 Place the unit on its side with the oil reservoir up OP2 1 Oil tank 2 Chain cover 8 Operation EX PS only O IMPORTANT The oil flow adjusting screw must be pressed in slightly in order to turn Failure to do so could damage the pump and screw 3 With a screwdriver push in on the oil flow rate adjusting screw and turn in the desired direction there are three incremental settings a Clockwise decrease lubrication b Counter clockwise increase lubrication c Middle WARNING e Always wear work gloves made of leather or some other sturdy m
5. continuously to somewhere around 30 40 minutes per session and take 10 20 minutes of rest between work sessions Also try to keep the total amount of work performed in a single day under 2 hours or less WARNING 1 If you dont observe the working time or working manner See MUSING THE PRODUCT Repetitive Stress Injury RSl could occur If you feel discomfort redness and swelling of your fingers or any other part of your body see a doctor before getting worse To avoid noise complaints in general operate product between 8a m and 5p m on weekdays and 9a m to 5p m weekends Check and follow the local regulations as to sound level and hours of operations for the product 5 For safe operation E BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE D e AH IN er CR A E Le Ge AON Ng H Ze 2 Wee 1 2 The area within a perimeter of 50 feet 15m of the person using the product should be considered a hazardous area into which no one should enter If necessary yellow warning rope warning signs should be placed around the perimeter of the area When work is to be performed simultaneously by two or more persons care should also be taken to constantly look around or otherwise check for the presence and locations of other people working so as to maintain a distance between each person sufficient to ensure safety Check the condition of working area
6. owner s manual before operating this machine 2 Wear head eye and ear protection 3 Warning Attention 4 Keep all children bystanders and helpers 15 meters away from the machine IMPORTANT lf warning label peel off or become soiled and impossible to read you should contact the dealer from which you purchased the product to order new labels and affix them in the required location s WARNING Never modify your machine We won t warrant the machine if you use the remodeled brushcutter or you don t observe the proper usage Written in the manual 4 Symbols on the machine e a NT o ll o EX PS Only MIN MAX Vi i IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2005 U S EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES COMPLIANCE PERIOD CATEGORY A ENGINE FAMILY 5KZXS 0254QR EM ENGINE DISPLACEMENT REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTE NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS MANUFACTURED Pe ESS KOMATSU ZENOAH CO Made in Japan For safe operation and maintenance symbols are carved in relief on the machine According to these indications please be careful not to make a mistake a The port to refuel the MIX GASOLINE Position FUEL TANK CAP b The direction to close the choke Position AIR CLEANER COVER c The direction to open the choke Position AIR CLEANER COVER d If you turn the rod by screwdriver follow the arrow to the MAX position the chain oil flow mor
7. shaft tube and install the screw When difficult to engage twist the engine slightly 3 Fasten the clamp securely with two screws IMPORTANT Tighten the screws gradually by turns E CONNECTING THROTTLE WIRE 1 Remove the air cleaner cover 2 Connect the end of the throttle wire to the joint on the top of the carburetor SE2 E CONNECTING SWITCH WIRES e Connect the switch wires between the engine and the main unit Pair the wires of the same color E INSTALLING HANDLE EX BC EX LRT only SE3 e Install the handle to the shaft tube and clamp it at a location that is comfortable to you 1 About 19 inches 48cm EX PS only SE4 e Insert the grip to the shaft tube e Fasten the clamps with screws EX HE only SE5 e Install the J shaped handle to the shaft tube and clamp at a position best for your job E JOINT ATTACHMENT SE6 e Insert the attachment to the main shaft e Tighten the knob bolt securely 1 Knob bolt 6 Set up EX BC only E INSTALLING DEBRIS GUARD e Put the debris guard on the gear box attach it with the 4 screws and hardware provided SE1 1 debris guard 2 plate 3 screw E INSTALLING CUTTING HEAD GEZ 1 While locking the gear shaft by inserting the supplied tool into the upper holder on the gear box loosen and remove the hexagon nut left handed 2 Then screw in the cutting head to the gear shaft over the holders Hand tighten it securely E BALANCE UNI
8. with the engine running AAWARNING The cutting head will start rotating upon the engine starts 1 Feed fuel into the fuel tank and tighten the cap securely OP3 1 EX PS only Feed the chain oil into the oil tank and tighten the cap securely too OP3 2 1 Fuel 2 Chain oil 2 Rest the unit on a flat firm place Keep the cutting head off the ground and clear of surrounding objects as it will start rotating upon starting of the engine 3 Push the primer pump several times until overflown fuel flows out in the clear tube OP4 4 Move the choke lever to the closed position OP5 5 Set the ignition switch to the start position While pulling the throttle lever push the set button and release the throttle then the throttle 21 8 Operation lever is in to the start position OP6 6 While holding the unit firmly pull out the starter rope quickly until engine fires OP7 1 choke lever 2 close 3 open 4 ignition switch 5 start 6 stop 7 throttle set button WARNING The product is equipped with a centrifugal clutch mechanism so the cutting attachment begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started by putting the throttle into the start position When starting the engine place the product onto the ground in a flat clear area and hold it firmly in place so as to ensure that neither the cutting part nor the throttle come into contact with any obstacle when the e
9. you should contact the authorized RedMax servicing dealer from which you purchased your RedMax trimmer to have the blades resharpened or replaced E GEAR CASE The reduction gears are lubricated by multipurpose lithium based grease in the gearcase Supply new grease every 25 hours of use or more often depending on the job condition When adding lubricant use a grease gun to insert lubricant into the three grease nipples located on the gear case MA2 1 Grease fitting 9 Maintenance EX PS only E OILING PORT Dismount the guide bar and check the oiling port for clogging MA 1 Oiling port E GUIDE BAR Remove sawdust in the bar groove and the oiling port MA2 1 Groove 2 Oiling port Type Sprocket nose Grease the nose sprocket from the feeding port on the tip of the bar MA3 1 Grease port 2 Sprocket 9 Maintenance EX PS only The bar rail should always be a square Check for wear of the bar rail Apply a ruler to the bar and the outside of a cutter If a gap is observed between them the rail is normal Otherwise the bar rail is worn Such a bar needs to be corrected or replaced MA4 1 Ruler 2 Gap 3 No gap 4 Chain tilts E SPROCKET Check for extensive wear and replace it when the teeth are worn over 0 3mm MA5 1 Sprocket E SAW CHAIN WARNING It is very important for smooth and safe operation to keep the cutters always sharp Your cutters need to
10. 1 Guide bar 2 Saw chain 3 Gase case 4 Sprocket 5 Chain tension adjust screw 6 Nut 7 Chain tensioner nut 8 Chain cover Install the guide bar and the saw chain on the gear case as follows WARNING The saw chain has very sharp edges Use protective gloves for safety 1 Loosen a nut and remove the chain cover 2 Mount the guide bar then fit the saw chain around the bar and sprocket SE3 WARNING Pay attention to the correct direction of the saw chain 6 Set UP EX PS only 3 Fit the chain tensioner nut into the lower hole of the guide bar then install the chain cover and fasten the mounting nut to finger tightness SE3 SE4 1 Hole 2 Moving direction 3 Chain tensioner nut 4 Adjust the chain tension by turning the tensioner screw until the tie straps just touch the bottom side of the bar rail SE5 1 Chain tension adjusting screw a Loosen b Tighten 5 Tighten the mounting nut securely with the bar tip held up SE6 TORQUE 8 9 11 7 N m 90 120 kg cm Then check the chain for smooth rotation and correct tension while moving it by hand If necessary readjustment 1 Tighten WARNING It is very important to maintain the proper chain tension Rapid wear of the guide bar or the chain coming off easily can be caused by improper tension Especially when using a new chain take good care of it since it should expand when first used E BALANCE UNIT 1 Put
11. 3 Pour in all of the oil and agitate well 4 Pour In the rest of gasoline and agitate 19 Fuel again for at least one minute As some oils may be difficult to agitate depending on oil ingredients sufficient agitation is necessary for the engine to last long Be careful that if the agitation is insufficient there is an increased danger of early piston seizing due to abnormally lean mixture 5 Put a clear indication on the outside of the container to avoid mixing up with gasoline or other containers 6 Indicate the contents on outside of container for easy identification E FUELING THE UNIT 1 Untwist and remove the fuel cap Rest the cap on a dustless place 2 Put fuel into the fuel tank to 80 of the full Capacity 3 Fasten the fuel cap securely and wipe up any fuel spillage around the unit WARNING 1 Select bare ground for fueling 2 Move at least 10feet 3meters away from the fueling point before starting the engine 3 Stop the engine before refueling the unit At that time be sure to sufficiently agitate the mixed gasoline in the container FOR YOUR ENGINE LIFE AVOID 1 FUEL WITH NO OIL RAW GASOLINE It will cause severe damage to the internal engine parts very quickly 2 GASOHOL It can cause deterioration of rubber and or plastic parts and disruption of engine lubrication 3 OIL FOR 4 CYCLE ENGINE USE It can cause spark plug fouling exhaust port blocking or piston ring sti
12. 3073 13820 T3073 13830 T3073 13860 T3073 13900 T3073 13920 T3073 13370 T3073 13380 06000 00609 06002 00609 3210 13330 04065 02412 T3073 13530 T3073 13540 T3073 13590 T3073 13350 T3073 13360 109666 90SG44X T3102 12100 13102 12210 6036 12241 6036 12250 13104 12511 6425 12552 6442 11332 M M M M M M do sch o do do do do do sch M do do do do do dd ND A ND sch sch NN QQ A sch 47 CLAMP 48 SCREW 6193 11340 2 0260 60312 2 12 Parts list Fig 6 EX HE S N 000101 and up 56 GEARCASE O RING BEARING SEAL RING SHAFT GEAR PINION BEARING BEARING RING RING BOLT WASHER WASHER BOLT BOLT e COVER e BEARING e BOLT e HOLDER A e HOLDER B e FITTING e WASHER HANDLE COMP BRACKET ASSY e BRACKET CAP L CAP U BOLT BOLT GUARD ASSY e GUARD COMP ss GUARD se PLATE ee PLATE ee BOLT e CLAMP e BOLT e WASHER e BOLT BLADE COVER WHEEL ASSY e BRACKET e CAP L e BOLT e LEVER e WHEEL S ASSY Fig 6 EX HE S N 000101 and up GEARCASE ASSY 6367 13000 6367 13110 6367 13150 06000 06201 3180 13141 04065 03212 3541 13212 6367 13130 6367 13140 06000 00609 06001 00609 04065 02412 3210 13330 3579 33260 3310 43210 01643 30823 01252 30512 3540 13260 6367 13120 06000 06000 3350 31470 3541 13241 3541 13251 3199 13350 01641 20608 6367 14200 3583 14101 3
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14. 75 12100 SHAFT 786x7 T3075 12210 SPACER 6036 12250 JOINT PIPE ASSY T3087 12400 mb e JOINT e KNOBBOLT e WASHER e BOLT e BOLT GRIP LEVER COMP T3087 12410 6036 12420 01643 30823 01252 30510 3540 13260 848 J80 32H2 T3002 12202 COVER COMP SHAFT SPRING BUTTON 848 8RA 0340 6110 14410060 6110 14410080 T3032 14410090 e CORD A e CORD B TUBE CABLE HANGER ASSY e HANGER COMP se HANGER ee CLAMP ee SLEEVE e SCREW PLATE NAME HANDLE ASSY e HANDLE e CLAMP e SCREW STRAP ASSY TOOL SET e SOCKET e WRENCH e WRENCH e BAR e SPANNER GOGGLE T3002 12220 T3002 12230 T3002 12240 T3002 83100 6420 17300 6420 17400 9366 17110 9366 17120 6420 17410 0263 90525 T3087 12511 6420 14100 6420 14311 6420 14320 0263 90535 848 J66 361 1 T3087 91000 T3039 91310 09007 00425 09007 00528 3540 91110 3540 91120 T3002 91190 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 47 12 Parts list Fig 2 EX BC S N 302960 and up 48 Fig 2 EX BC S N 302960 and up GEARCASE ASSY T3002 13001 e GEARCASE 6489 13110 e BEARING T3300 13521 e BEARING 13403 13510 e RING 04065 02612 e SEAL 3565 13130 e SHAFT T3002 13210 e GEAR 6440 13220 e NUT M10 T3002 13260 e PINION T3002 13310 e BEARING T3300 13531 e BEARING T3403 13530 e RING T3300 13330 e RING 04065 02412 e BOLT 01252 30510 e BOLT 3350 21320 e HOLDER
15. 848 BP6 93A1 608 og OWNER OPERATOR MANUAL EXZ2500S BC amp WARNING QA WARNING A Before using our products please read this manual carefully to The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State understand the proper use of your unit of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS 302845 and up 302960 and up 000531 and up ENGINE UNIT 50100000 and up 000000 and up 000101 and up SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked with a symbol concern critical points which must be taken into consideration to prevent possible serious bodily injury and for this reason you are requested to read all such instructions carefully and follow them without fail E WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL WARNING This mark indicates instructions which must be followed in order to prevent accidents which could lead to serious bodily injury or death IMPORTANT This mark indicates instructions which must be followed or it leads to mechanical failure breakdown or damage This mark indicates hints or directions useful in the use of the product CONTENTS le Pants IOCAVOM eege 3 2 Specifications 2 2 tae 4 3 Warning labels on the machine 5 4 Symbols on the machine 6 5 For safe operation 7 O EE e RE PE ea eeeeee 13 EU T 1
16. 9 8 OPErallOn a pinnin diisi ninar s eT Niena 21 9 Maintenance 34 10 Storage ege 44 11 Troubleshooting guide 44 12 Pals ee 45 1 Parts location 0 JO Om OO DD M DD NO A eck do do HU S S sch Oo O1 BR ND OO NO O1 P ND Loop handle Shoulder strap hanger Ignition switch Throttle cable Throttle lever Throttle set button Drive shaft housing Knob bolt Spark arrester Starter knob Fuel tank Primer pump Choke lever Air cleaner cover Debris guard Gear case Cutting line head Blade Gear case Guide bar Saw chain Chain cover Gear case Wheel Blade guard Blade 2 Specifications Engine Type ARAN SA EE EAN Air cooled 2 stroke gasoline Mod lisation eue nie Zenoah GZ25N Displacement DAA NA A DAA A A 1 6cu in 25 4cm Max 0 0 0 0 1 2Hp 0 9kW at 7500 min rpm Idle speed A A ege 3000 200 min rpm FU avi AA A eneee Mixture Gasoline 50 Oil 1 Weld aile EE Walbro Diaphragm type Spark plug A eege NGK CMR7A Fuel tank capacity SAA AS EE ENE ts 22 0fl oz 0 652 Durability period AER AAA AA AA ES E AAA ARA A EA AA AAA diet des RA is EE 300hrs E EX BC Overall ze RE R 70 5 1790 x9 8 250 x12 2 310 in mm Dry weight WO ACO ei nt Pie A re er cr err eee 11 7 lbs 5 3kg Transmission italia E Centrifugal clutch Rigid driveshaft REeEdU
17. A 6440 13242 e FITTING grease 3199 13350 e WASHER 01641 20608 GUARD ASSY T3002 24001 e GUARD COMP T3002 24101 ee BLADE T3002 24121 ee SCREW 0263 90516 ee NUT 3320 15310 e PLATE 6489 24120 e BOLT 01252 30514 TAP HEAD 4 PT104 e CASE 6460 15123 e CORD HOLDER 6460 15142 e COVER 6460 15131 e SPRING 6041 99162 e TRIMMER LINE 6460 15180 e PLATE large 3268 15150 e PLATE small 3268 15170 HOLDER B 6019 13250 PIPE COMP 924x750 T3102 12100 SHAFT 755x7 13102 12210 SHAFT JOINT 6036 12241 SPACER PLATE NAME PLATE 6036 12250 13102 12510 6425 12552 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 49 12 Parts list Fig 3 ENGINE UNIT 50100000 and up 82 CYLINDER GASKET base BOLT M5x22 INSULATOR GASKET insulator GASKET carburetor SCREW M5x20 REEDVALVE S ASSY s VALVECASE S e REEDVALVE e STOPPER e SCREW M3x8 PIRE AIR S REEDVALVE F ASSY e VALVECASE F e REEDVALVE e STOPPER e SCREW M3x8 PIPE AIR F GASKET valve SCREW CRANKCASE COMP e PIN GASKET BEARING SEAL SEAL SNAP RING BOLT M5x30 PISTON RING PIN RING BEARING WASHER CRANKSHAFT COMP NUT KEY ROTOR COIL ASSY e CORD e CAP SPACER BOLT CARBURETOR ASSY WYA 1D e REBUILD KIT se BODY ASSY eee SCREEN eee VALVE eee SPRING see SCREW eee PIN eee LEVER se GASKET KIT see DIAPHRAGM eee GASKET diaphragm
18. CION TATO nit AR AAA ETA AE AAA 1 357 Cutting head rotating direction Counter clockwise Operator view E EX LRT Overall Size LX WHA scarico 90 1 2300 x9 8 250 x12 2 310 in mm Dry weight WO ACCES ee NS A AT 13 4 los 6 1 kg TAASMISSION ee Centrifugal clutch Rigid driveshaft Reduction TalO RP NARA NE SE SS 40 Cutting head Type RE ge Reciprocating Double blade TOOU RER Rs ASS AAA den eines 28teeth EI dei i i EE 30 FECTIVE CU WII Deidad EE 16 in 40cm Angle adjust range 90 45 from cutting head position aligned shaft E EX PS Overall siza ET 83 9 2100 x9 8 250 x12 2 310 in mm Dry weight W 0 barandiChAiIn sets da attendent sie 11 1 lbs 5 05 kg Transmissions ideal SESE Centrifugal clutch Rigid driveshaft BREAUCHON Cie AAA ARA AAA REALES AAA AAA 0 94 Cutting head Guide bar Type OREGON DOUBLE GUARD 109666 4 Gad TOT ssk 12 300 In mm Saw chain Type NE T EE A E A NTER OREGON 90SG44X pitch X QUAGE ee 3 8x0 042 9 53x1 07 In mm Sprocket EE EE SIL EE EE TT Oil DU Plunger type E EX HE Overall Size LX WH eo 72 4 1810 x18 1 450 x15 1 377 in mm Dry weight W O ACC ARENAS EE EE 14 5 lbs 7 2kg Transmission Centrifugal clutch Rigid driveshaft Bevel gears Angle 90 deg Reduction TA Oir A ENS EE Gk 2 538 33 1 3 Blade length E AAA A A EE EE 7 87 200 in mm Specifications are subject to change without notice 3 Warning labels on the machine 1 2 3 4 360 1 Read
19. INE liter 3m 10ft away from the fueling point 2 CYCLE OIL ml 20 40 60 80 100 before starting the engine e Exhaust emission are controlled by the fundamental engine parameters and components eq carburation ignition timing and port timing without addition of any major hardware or the introduction of an inert material during combustion e These engines are certified to operate on unleaded gasoline The RedMax engines are lubricated by oil Make sure to use gasoline with a specially formulated for air cooled 2 cycle minimum octane number of 89 RON gasoline engine use If RedMax oil is not USA Canada 87AL available use an anti oxidant added e If you use a gasoline of a lower octane quality oil expressly labeled for air cooled value than prescribed there is a danger 2 cycle engine use JASO FC GRADE that the engine temperature may rise and OIL or ISO EGC GRADE an engine problem such as piston seizing e Do not use BIA or TCW 2 stroke water may consequently occur cooling type mixed oil e Unleaded gasoline IS recommended to reduce the contamination of the air for the sake of your health and the environment e Poor quality gasolines or oils may damage sealing rings fuel lines or fuel tank of the engine E HOW TO MIX FUEL O IMPORTANT Pay attention to agitation 1 Measure out the quantities of gasoline and oil to be mixed 2 Put some of the gasoline into a clean approved fuel container
20. M6x12 WASHER 5x10x1 0 BOLT M5x10 BOLT M5x30 JOINT GEAR SHAFT B BEARING 6900RS SNAP RING BEVEL GEAR SNAP RING PACKING COVER SCREW M4x8 BLADE COVER SPACER PIPE COMP 924x750 SHAFT 755x7 SHAFT JOINT SPACER PLATE NAME PLATE 0225 10612 6782 13720 01252 30510 3350 21320 6782 13810 6598 13820 6782 13830 04065 02212 6782 13850 6598 13330 6598 13860 6598 13870 0263 10408 6782 13910 6367 13990 T3102 12100 T3102 12210 6036 12241 6036 12250 13103 12511 6425 12552 mm mn sch ND ND o koi 12 Parts list Fig 5 EX PS S N 000000 and up 54 Fig 5 EX PS NM 000000 and up GEAR CASE L COMP 848 A52 6211 e BEARING GEAR CASE R COMP e BEARING BOLT FITTING SCREW tensioner NUT tensioner BOLT SHIM BOLT CHAIN COVER NUT WORM GEAR OIL PUMP ASSY SCREW GASKET OIL PIPE ASSY e OIL PIPE e FILTER OIL TANK ASSY e COLLAR e VALVE SCREW OIL CAP ASSY e GASKET OIL CAP GEAR SHAFT BEVEL pinion BEARING BEARING SNAP RING SNAP RING COLLAR SPROCKET LABEL WASHER SCREW BAR 12 OREGON CHAIN OREGON PIPE COMP 24x750 SHAFT 755x7 SHAFT JOINT SPACER PLATE NAME PLATE GRIP 06004 06001 T3073 13200 06002 00627 01252 30512 3199 13350 T3073 13310 T3073 13320 01252 30630 T3073 13250 3245 11350 T3073 13510 T3073 13520 T3073 13560 T3073 13550 0263 30410 T3073 13580 T3073 13700 T3073 13710 T3073 13720 848 A52 5511 T
21. P SPRING CORD CORD carth TUBE PLUG NGK CMR7A GROMMET RECOIL ASSY e REEL e SCREW e SPRING spiral e COLLAR e ARM e ROPE e KNOB e PLATE stopper PULLEY SCREW BODY ASSY e PLATE choke e LEVER choke e SCREW ELEMENT SCREEN COVER ASSY e KNOB TANK ASSY e CAP ASSY se HOLDER ASSY ee PACKING ee FILTER ee STOPPER e PIPE COMP e FLTER ASSY e COLLER SCREW M5x16 LABEL recoil LABEL cover GUARD SCREW CLIP 1918 81170 1850 81530 5500 81160 0263 90560 4810 15100 4810 15111 4810 15140 01252 30550 11501 15211 4810 31001 4810 31101 4810 31110 4810 31122 04065 02812 06002 06001 04064 01210 6470 31211 6470 31221 6470 31230 01252 30530 01252 30514 5500 85510 0263 90520 4810 32111 11501 12310 0263 90510 4820 51110 4820 51220 1140 51250 1140 51230 1140 51242 4810 72111 1900 72120 4810 71240 4810 71250 11512 71320 4810 73110 4810 72120 4810 75100 4500 75120 4500 75150 1850 75130 4500 75180 4500 75190 4810 75160 3330 75421 4810 75170 4500 75210 5500 85510 4810 82100 4810 82130 5500 82140 2630 33610 4810 82170 4810 82180 4810 82200 5500 82221 11504 85002 T1015 85202 4500 85300 4500 85220 5601 85260 4820 85260 4810 85300 3302 85400 2841 31280 5500 85510 4810 31132 T1506 31910 0263 90525 1950 86120 NM sch sch J QA dd dodo sch sch mm M sch sch ch sch mm sch MM NM sch M NM sch sch JP sch sch NM sch sch sch mn sch sch sch sch sch sch WM sch a NA JP sch 12
22. Parts list Fig 4 EX LRT S N 000531 and up a LO di o 15 lt LMP Sica ao N E 52 LEVER clamp WASHER M6 WASHER 6x15x2 0 ANGLE ADJUSTER BOLT M6x12 CASING A SET e CASING A e PLATE GREESE FITTING LABEL SCREW M4x8 COVER SNAP RING BEBEL GEAR SNAP RING BEARING CRANK SHAFT SNAP RING BLADE BEARING 608Z COVER ASSY e COVER e GASKET e BOLT M4x12 FELT SCREW WASHER SCREW L17 SCREW M5x20 GUIDE PLATE PLATE NUT M5 NUT M6 WASHER 6x15x2 0 BEARING 608 2RS SNAP RING SHAFT KIT ee SHAFT ee GEAR B ee GEAR C ee BOSS ee SPRING ee PLATE ee WASHER ee WASHER e NUT M6 e WASHER O RING P41 SNAP RING BEARING CASING B WASHER 6x15x2 0 Fig 4 EX LRT S N 000531 and up 6598 13110 0290 20615 6782 13650 6782 13141 0225 10612 6782 13200 6782 13220 3199 13350 6782 13250 0263 10408 6598 13320 6598 13330 6782 13340 04065 02612 06004 06000 6782 13370 04064 02815 6782 13411 6782 13430 6782 06010 6782 13441 6782 13470 6783 13450 6782 13460 3884 11750 3880 11780 6598 13510 6598 13530 6782 13540 6782 13550 6782 14470 3880 11790 6782 13650 6598 13430 04065 02212 T4008 06010 T4008 13630 T4008 13650 T4008 13660 T4008 13670 T4008 13680 0280 10605 0290 20615 6598 13620 04065 02612 06004 06000 6782 13710 6782 13650 M M M M do do do do do do do do ech DO a ech sch NN sch ND oO NN sch BOLT
23. T Change the loop handle to the J handle for safe operation OP4 1 Bracket 3583 14101 2 J handle 6367 14200 E STARTING THE ENGINE Please refer 5 For safe operation P 9 11 8 Operation P 21 22 WARNING e The product is equipped with a centrifugal clutch mechanism so the cutting attachment begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started by putting the throttle into the start position When starting the engine place the product onto the ground in a flat clear area and hold it firmly in place so as to ensure that neither the cutting part nor the throttle come into contact with any obstacle when the engine starts OP5 E CUTTING METHOD a Use the front left side cutting b Guide the blade from your right to left with it tilted slightly to your left OP6 c When mowing a wide area start working from your left end to avoid interference of cut grass d The blade may be seized by weeds if the engine speed is too low or the blade cuts too deep into weeds Adjust the engine speed and cutting depth according to the condition of object WARNING e lf the grass or other object gets caught in the blade or if the unit starts to shake or vibrate turn off the engine and check the whole unit Change the blade if it has been damaged e Turn off the engine and make sure the blade has completely stop before checking the blade and removing any object got caught in 8 Operation Optional blade usage EX BC only
24. T 1 Put on strap and attach unit to strap 2 Slide clamp up or down until unit balances with head just touching on the ground SE3 6 Set UP EX LRT only E ATTACHING THE TRIMMING MECHANISM GEI 1 Remove the screw screwed into the end of the trimming mechanism 2 Insert the end of the trimming mechanism into the main pipe 3 Line up the hole on the end of the trimming mechanism into which the screw is to be inserted with the hole on the main pipe and screw the screw firmly in 4 Using a wrench screw in the bolt provided to fix the trimming mechanism into place 1 Main pipe 2 Trimming mechanism 3 Screw hole 4 Screw 5 Fastening bolt E BALANCE UNIT 1 Put on strap and attach unit to strap 2 Depending on the working posture slide clamp up or down until unit balances and the strap fits your body 6 Set UP EX PS only M ATTACHING THE PRUNING MECHANISM GEI 1 Remove the cap on the end of the main pipe 2 Remove the screw screwed into the end of the gear case 3 Insert the end of the gear case into the main pipe 4 Line up the hole on the end of the gear case into which the screw is to be inserted with the hole on the main pipe and screw the screw firmly in 5 Using a wrench screw in the bolt provided to fix the mechanism into place 1 Main pipe 2 Gear case 3 Screw hole 4 Fastening bolt 5 Bolt A standard package contains the items as shown below SE2
25. X looseness cracking or bending R 04in e Check the cutting edges and reform with a flat II Y D A Point OP9 8 teeth blade 1 Keep the end corner sharD 2 Round the root of the edge using round file X 3 Do not use water when using a grinder O IMPORTANT e It is recommended that filing should be done by 4 teeth blade professionals R2 3mm X XX e Especially regarding filing the saw blade Leave R 09in l PAS it to the professionals Folin 3 4mm E TRANSPORTING THE UNIT SEN e When you finish cutting in one location and wish to continue work in another spot turn off the engine and lift up the unit and carry it paying attention fo the blade e Never forget to place the protective cover over the blades e When transporting the unit over long distances detach the blade fix the unit by ropes 8 Operation EX LRT only WARNING This product is equipped with extremely sharp blades and when used improperly these blades can be extremely dangerous and improper handling can cause accidents which may in turn lead to serious injury or death For this reason you should always be careful to follow the following instructions when using your trimmer e Never hold the trimmer in a way in which the blades are pointed towards someone else e Never allow the blades to come into proximity with your body while the engine of the trimmer is in operation e Always be sure to turn off the engine before changin
26. ande et la valeur d usage pour une utilisation particuli re sont limit es deux 2 ans d utilisation compter de la date originale de livraison Les responsabilit s pour les dommage cons quents ou incidents sont exclues de toutes les garanties Certaines provinces n autorisant pas les limitations la dur e des garanties implicites ou les exclusions ou limitations relatives aux dommages incidents ou cons quents la limitation indiqu e ci dessus peut ne pas vous tre applicable Cette garantie vous donne des droits juridiques sp cifiques et vous pouvez galement jouir d autres droits variant d une province l autre Si vous d sirez obtenir des informations sur le centre de service le plus proche veuillez appeler RedMax KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC au 770 381 5147 Note importante vous recevrez une carte d enregistrement de garantie au moment de l achat Veuillez la remplir et l adresser RedMax KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA sous sept 7 jours en prenant soin de conserver une copie pour vous KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC A ax 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross Georgia 30093 gg KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross Georgia 30093 O Printed in Japan
27. aterial when using the polesaw e Falling branches may fall onto the face or into the eyes resulting in injuries scratches and cuts and for this reason you should always be sure to wear a helmet and face protector when using your polesaw 8 Operation EX HE only vet OS Se e 4 bh oe d ROTATION WARNING Always wear eye protection such as safety goggles Never lean over the rotating cutting head Rocks or other debris could be thrown into eyes and face and cause serious personal injury Keep the blade guard and the mad guard attached in place at all times when the unit is operated Before starting a job check the area and remove all obstacles and objects that could be thrown by the blade Do not adjust the wheel height or try to remove anything entangled to the blade with the engine running Before starting the engine adjust the wheel height for desired cutting depth See page 21 Before starting a job plan your direction of travel so that you can always hold the edger on you right side and can walk on a hard surface as much as possible When starting to edge run the engine at full throttle and slowly have the blade cut into the edge groove Do not use the EX HE to make a new groove into the ground Such usage will not be covered by RedMax Warranty 9 Maintenance Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any non road engi
28. be sharpened when e Sawdust becomes powder like e You need extra force to saw in e The cut way does not go straight e Vibration increases e Fuel consumption increases Cutter setting standards WARNING Be sure to wear safety gloves Before filing e Make sure the saw chain is held securely e Make sure the engine is stopped e Use a round file of proper size for your chain Chain type 90SG File size 5 32 in 4 0mm Place your file on the cutter and push straight forward Keep the file position as illustrated MA6 41 9 Maintenance EX PS only After every cutter has been set check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated MA7 WARNING Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or tie strap breakage 1 Appropriate gauge checker 2 Make the shoulder round 3 Depth gauge standard Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles as illustrated MA8 4 Cutter length 5 Filing angle 6 Side plate angle 7 Top plate cutting angle E GEAR CASE The reduction gears are lubricated by multipurpose lithium based grease in the gearcase Supply new grease every 25 hours of use or more often depending on the job condition When adding lubricant use a grease gun to insert lubricant into the three grease nipples located on the gear case MA9 1 Grease fitting 9 Maintenance EX HE only E GEAR CASE e T
29. cking 4 Mixed fuels which have been left unused for a period of one month or more may clog the carburetor and result in the engine failing to operate properly 5 In the case of storing the product for a 20 long period of time clean the fuel tank after rendering it empty Next activate the engine and empty the carburetor of the composite fuel 6 In the case of scrapping the used mixed oil container scrap it only at an authorized repository site As lot details of quality assurance read the description in the section Limited Warranty carefully Moreover normal wear and change in product with no functional influence are not covered by the warranty Also be careful that if the usage in the instruction manual is not observed as to the mixed gasoline etc described therein it may not be covered by the warranty 8 Operation EX HE only E STARTING ENGINE The RedMax stick edger is designed for edging lawn in gardens parks roadsides and so on Before starting the engine take the operating position and adjust the handle position and the wheel height as necessary ADJUSTING HANDLE POSITION e Loosen the handle bracket screws and re position the handle to your best operating position Re tighten the screws OP1 ADJUSTING WHEEL HEIGHT e Loosen the clamp lever and change the wheel height to obtain desired cutting depth OP2 1 Deep cut 2 Shallow cut WARNING e Never adjust wheel height
30. e and if you turn to the MIN position less Position Bottom of the GEAR CASE INFORMATION IMPORTANTE CONCERNANT LE MOTEUR CE MOTEUR EST CONFORME A LA REGLEMENTATION U S EPA 2005 POUR LES PETITS MOTEURS HORS ROUTE DUREE DE CONFORMITE CATEGORIE A TYPE DE MOTEUR 5KZXS 0254QR EM CYLINDREE DU MOTEUR 25cc SE REFERER AU MANUEL DE LUTILISATEUR POUR LES SPECIFICATIONS D ENTRETIEN ET LES REGLAGES FABRIQUE PAR b R ed May ZEnNOAIA KOMATSU ZENOAH CO Made in Japan 5 For safe operation 1 Read this manual carefully until you completely understand and follow all safety and operating instructions Keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later whenever any questions arise Also note if you have any questions which cannot be answered herein contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product Always be sure to include this manual when selling lending or otherwise transferring the ownership of this product Never allow children or anyone unable to fully understand the directions given in the manual to use the machine E WORKING CONDITION 1 When using the product you should wear proper clothing and protective equipment 1 Helmet 2 Ear protectors 3 Protection goggles or face protector 4 Thick work gloves 5 Non slip sole work boots 2 And you should carry with you 1 Attached tools 2 Properly reserved fuel 3 Spare blade 4 Things to notify your w
31. edMax DEALER WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE FREE OF CHARGE FOR THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ANY PART OF PARTS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND OR WORKMANSHIP THIS IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY THE PURCHASER SHALL BEAR COSTS OF TRANSPORTING THE UNIT TO AND FROM THE RedMax DEALER THE PURCHASER SHALL NOT BE CHARGED FOR DIAGNOSTIC LABOR WHICH LEADS TO THE DETERMINATION THAT A WARRANTED PART IS DEFECTIVE IF THE DIAGNOSTIC WORK IS PERFORMED AT THE RedMax DEALER THE PURCHASER OR OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF THE REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AS DEFINED BY THE MANUFACTURER IN THE OWNER OPERATOR MANUAL 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 THE WARRANTY PERIOD ANY WARRANTED PART WHICH IS SCHEDULED FOR REPLACEMENT AS REQUIRED MAINTENANCE SHALL BE WARRANTED FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME UP TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMENT POINT FOR THE PART ANY REPLACEMENT PART THAT IS EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY MAY BE USED IN NON WARRANTY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS AND SHALL NOT REDUCE THE WARRANTY OBLIGATION OF THE COMPANY THE COMPANY IS LIABLE FOR DAMAGES TO OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS CAUSED BY THE FAILURE OF A WARRANTED PART STILL UNDER WARRANTY THE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO THOSE UNITS WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY NEGLIGENCE OF INSTRUCTION LISTED IN THE OWNER OPERATOR MANUAL FOR PROPER USE AND
32. eee DIAPHRAGM pump see GASKET pump eee RING e BODY purge e COVER pump e PUMP priming e JET 38 5 e O RING e RING e SWIVEL e VALVE ASSY e SCREW e BRACKET e NUT adjuster 3 ENGINE UNIT 50100000 and up 4810 12111 4810 12210 1850 12130 4810 13162 4810 13120 4810 13130 0263 90520 4810 16100 4810 16110 4810 16120 4810 16130 4810 16170 4810 16150 4810 16200 4810 16210 4810 16120 4810 16130 4810 16170 4810 16160 4810 16140 4810 16180 4810 21101 2629 21130 4810 21140 06030 06001 4810 21210 1850 21220 04065 02812 01252 30530 4810 41110 5910 41210 T1513 41310 1260 41320 5500 41410 1101 41340 4810 42000 1650 43230 1000 43240 4810 71110 11512 71200 11512 71220 2616 71320 1260 71261 4500 72150 4810 81002 T1551 06030 T1551 81450 4810 81130 1850 81490 1850 81520 1751 81510 4810 81251 1751 81240 1751 81130 1881 81140 1752 81110 5500 81120 1751 81180 O sch sch WM sch D sch 3 NM sch ck sch ch sch sch ae sch sch sch sch 4 4 ch ND sch mr sch MO NM sch sch sch sch sch sch sch N sch N NM sch e SCREW adjuster e SCREW e WASHER SCREW M5x60 MUFFLER ASSY e MUFFLER e ARRESTER BOLT M5x50 GASKET COVER ASSY e COVER COMP e e COVER fan ee DRUM ee SNAPRING ee BEARING ee SNAP RING e BRACKET A e BRACKET B e CUSHION e BOLT M5x30 e BOLT M5x14 SCREW M5x16 SCREW M5x20 COVER engine PLATE SCREW M5x10 SHOE SPRING SCREW WASHER WASHER CA
33. g the angle of the blades removing branches which have become stuck in the blades or at any other time when coming into close proximity with the blades e Always wear work gloves made of leather or some other sturdy material when using the trimmer e Always place the blade cover provided with the trimmer over the blades when not in use e Falling branches may fall onto the face or into the eyes resulting in injuries scratches and cuts and for this reason you should always be sure to wear a helmet and face protector when using your trimmer IMPORTANT The thickness of branches which may be cut using this trimmer is limited to up to approximately 3 16 5mm Never try to cut branches thicker than this as doing so may result in damage to the trimmer E ADJUSTING THE ANGLE OF THE CUTTING BLADES OP1 1 Stop the engine 2 Turn the bolt located on the top of the trimming mechanism counter clockwise to loosen it 3 Adjust the angle of the blades to the desired angle and then fix the bolt firmly back into place 1 Clamp lever 2 Trimming mechanism 8 Operation EX PS only E CHECKING OIL SUPPLY After starting the engine run the chain at medium speed and see if chain oil is scattered off as shown in the figure OP1 1 Chain oil The oil reservoir has a capacity sufficient to provide about 40 minutes of cutting time when set to deliver the minimum flow rate or about as long as you ll get from
34. gt drain it and with correct fuel adjust to normal range wipe away wash clean When your unit seems to need further service please consult with our RedMax service shop in your area 12 Parts list EXZ25005 BC EXZ PU EX BC ENGINE EX LRT ATT EX PS ATT EX HE ATT NOTE 1 Use KOMATSU ZENOAH genuine parts as specified in the parts list for repair and or replacement KOMATSU ZENOAH does not warrant the machines which have been damaged by the use of any parts other than those specified by the company When placing parts orders for repair and or replacement check if the model name and the serial number are applicable to those specified in the parts list then use parts number described in the parts list 4 The contents described in the parts list may change due to improvement The parts for the machine shall be supplied seven 7 years after the machine is discontinued It is possible that some specific parts may be subject to change of their delivery term and list price within the limit of seven 7 years after the machine is discontinued It is also possible that some parts may be available even after the limit of seven 7 years APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS Aug 2006 302845 and up 302960 and up 000531 and up ENGINE UNIT 50100000 and up 000000 and up 000101 and up 12 Parts list Fig 1 EXZ PU S N 302845 and up 46 Fig 1 EXZ PU S N 302845 and up PIPE COMP 924x750 T30
35. he engine When the line becomes short lightly tap the head on the ground while running the engine at full throttle Each time the head is bumped the line advance about 1 inch 25 4 mm For better effect tap the head on bear ground or hard soil Avoid bumping in thick tall grass as the engine may stall by overload 8 Operation Optional blade usage EX BC only 9 22 tooth 8 8 tooth 8 4 tooth SS1229 SGB088 SGB048 Nylon line CUTTER 9 24 tooth 9 8 tooth 9 4 tooth head APPLICATION SST249 SGB089 SGB049 CHART Heavy Se weeds NE Light weeds ii 7 uF ee E CHOOSE THE BLADE Choose a suitable recommended cutting attachment according to the object to be cut e When replacing blade always be sure to use products which have been certified by RedMax AAWARNING e When sharpening removing or reattaching the blade be sure to wear thick sturdy gloves and use only proper tools and equipment to prevent injury E SET UP 1 Detach the line head assembly completely OP2 2 Put on the blade making the marked side face the holder put on the outer holders and fasten the blade with the blade nut OP2 1 Cover 3540 13283 2 Holder 6019 13250 Attachment IMPORTANT Change to the debris guard which is suitable for the metal blade OP3 6489 24110 130 174 in lbs TIGHTENING TORQUE 14 7 19 6 N m 8 Operation Optional blade usage EX BC only AIN hl P IMPORTAN
36. he reduction gears are lubricated by multipurpose lithium based grease in the gear case At every 20 hours of use supply the gear case with new grease e Remove the cutter holders before installing new grease to arrange for old grease to exit e When removing and installing the cutter holder a use care not to allow any dirt and dust entering in to the gear case 10 Storage e Aged fuel is one of major causes of engine starting failure Before storing the unit empty the fuel tank and run the engine until it uses all the fuel left in the fuel line and the carburetor Store the unit indoor taking necessary measures for rust prevention 11 Troubleshooting guide Case 1 Starting failure CHECK PROBABLE CAUSES ACTION fuel tank fuel filter carburetor adjustment screw sparking no spark spark plug dd Ltd incorrect fuel fuel filter is clogged out of normal range spark plug is fouled wet plug gap is incorrect disconnected TERTE drain it and with correct fuel clean adjust to normal range clean dry correct GAP 0 6 0 7mm retighten Case 2 Engine starts but does not keep running Hard re starting CHECK PROBABLE CAUSES ACTION fuel tank carburetor adjustment screw muffler cylinder exhaust port air cleaner cylinder fin fan cover eg incorrect fuel or staled fuel out of normal range carbon is built up clogged with dust clogged with dust
37. he slot 7 Line up the slot on the bottom cap with the hook on the housing press the cap against the housing until it clicks E GEAR CASE MA5 e The reduction gears are lubricated by multipurpose lithium based grease in the gear case Supply new grease every 25 hours of use or more often depending on the job condition e Remove the cutter holders before installing new grease to arrange for old grease to exit 9 Maintenance EX LRT only E BLADES MA1 e When refilling the tank or resting it is often a good idea to use the time to oil the cutting blades e f a gap exists between the upper and lower blades follow the procedure below to adjust them so that they fit more closely together 1 Loosen lock nut A as shown in the diagram 2 Tighten screw B fully and then turn one third to one half of a rotation backward 3 While holding onto the screw to keep it in position tighten the lock nut 4 Check to make sure that the flat washer C is loose enough so that it may be turned by pressing on it with a finger 1 Upper blade 2 Lower blade Screwing in the screw too tightly may make it impossible for the blades to move Conversely not screwing in the screw tightly enough may make the blades of the trimmer feel dull and cause leaves and branches to become caught in the blades of the trimmer QUICK TIP If the blades become so worn down that it is no longer possible to eliminate the gap between them
38. ired Dry completely before installing If the element is broken or shrunk replace with a new one MA1 1 air filter E FUEL FILTER When the engine runs short of fuel supply check the fuel cap and the fuel filter for blockage MA2 1 fuel filter E SPARK PLUG Starting failure and mis firing are often caused by a fouled spark plug Clean the spark plug and check that the plug gap is in the correct range For a replacement plug use the correct type specified by RedMax MA3 REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A NGK CMR7A IMPORTANT Note that using any spark plug other than those designated may result in the engine failing to operate properly or in the engine becoming overheated and damaged To install the spark plug first turn the plug until it is finger tight then tighten it a quarter turn more with a socket wrench 87 104 in Ibs TIGHTENING TORQUE 9 5 44 3 N m 9 Maintenance E MUFFLER WARNING Inspect periodically the muffler for loose fasteners any damage or corrosion If any sign of exhaust leakage is found stop using the machine and have it repaired immediately Note that failing to do so may result in the engine catching on fire E SPARK ARRESTER The muffler is equipped with a spark arrester to prevent red hot carbon from flying out of the exhaust outlet Periodically inspect and clean as necessary with a wire brush In the State of California it is required by law Section 4442 of the Calif
39. is If someone calls out or otherwise interrupts you while working always be sure to turn off the engine before turning around E MAINTENANCE 1 In order to maintain your product in proper working order perform the maintenance and checking operations described in the manual at regular intervals Always be sure to turn off the engine before performing any maintenance or checking procedures WARNING The metallic parts reach high temperatures immediately after stopping the engine 3 When replacing the cutting attachment or any other part or when replacing the oil or any lubricant always be sure to use only RedMax products or products which have been certified by RedMax for use with the RedMax product In the event that any part must be replaced or any maintenance or repair work not described in this manual must be performed please contact a representative from the store nearest RedMax authorized servicing dealer for assistance Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those bearing the RedMax mark and recommended for the unit Under no circumstances should you ever take apart the product or alter it in any way Doing so might result in the product becoming damaged during operation or the product becoming unable to operate properly E HANDLING FUEL 1 The engine of the RedMax product is designed to run on a mixed fuel which contains highly flammable gasoline Never st
40. isateur Toute pi ce garantie dont le remplacement n est pas pr vu dans le cadre de l entretien obligatoire ou pour laquelle est seulement pr vue une inspection p riodique pour remplacement ou r paration si n cessaire sera garantie pour la p riode de garantie Toute pi ce garantie arriv e l ch ance de son premier remplacement pr vu sera garantie jusqu celui ci Toute pi ce de rechange quivalente en performance ou en durabilit peut tre utilis e pour l entretien hors garantie ou les r parations hors garantie et ce sans r duire l obligation de garantie incombant la soci t La soci t sera tenue responsable des dommages aux autres composants du moteur caus s par la d faillance de pi ce s garantie s en p riode de garantie La garantie ne s applique pas aux unit s endommag es par suite de n gligence dans la mise en oeuvre des instructions sp cifi es dans le manuel du propri taire de l utilisateur en vue d une utilisation et d un entretien correct fausse man uvre accidentelle modification utilisation abusive lubrification incorrecte utilisation de pi ces ou d accessoires autres que ceux sp cifi s par la soci t ou autres causes hors du contr le de la soci t Cette garantie ne couvre pas les pi ces remplac es en raison de leur usure normale ou de changements d apparence sans effets Il n existe aucune autre garantie explicite Les garanties implicites y compris la valeur march
41. ke air cooling vent back E PROCEDURES TO BE PERFORMED AFTER EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE 1 Remove the muffler insert a screwdriver into the vent and wipe away any carbon buildup Wipe away any carbon buildup on the muffler exhaust vent and cylinder exhaust port at the same time 2 Tighten all screws bolts and fittings 3 Check to see if any oil or grease has worked its way in between the clutch lining and drum and if it has wipe it away using oil free lead free gasoline 9 Maintenance EX BC only M REFILLING TRIMMING LINE 1 For replacement line use a diameter of 095 In 2 4mm The spool is capable for a line upto 27ft 8m on the 4 head and 46ft 14m on the 6 head Avoid using a larger line as it may cut down the trimming performance WARNING For safety reasons do not use metalreinforced line 2 Pinch the slotted area on the both sides of the spool housing to unhook the bottom cap MA1 3 Take out the spool and pull off the old line Put one end of new line through the spool holes and pull it until the length is equal between each part of the line MA2 4 Wind up the line in the correct direction as indicated on the spool MA3 5 Hook each end of the line in the slot on the edge of the spool and then put the ends through the eyelets on the housing Make sure that the spring and the washers are in place MA4 6 While holding the spool against the housing pull the line ends to release them from t
42. ne repair establishment or individual E MAINTENANCE CHART every every every 25 50 100 system compornent procedure before hours hours hours note use after after after fuel leaks fuel spillage wipe out ki replace if necessary fuel tank air filter fuel filter inspect clean see MADJUSTING IDLING SPEED p 23 B replace carburetor Idle adjusting screw if necessary GAP 025in 0 6 0 7mm clean and readjust plug gap cylinder fins intake air cooling vent clean muffler spark arrester cylinder exhaust port clean Y throttle lever ignition switch check operation Y replace if EX BC EX LRT cutting parts ki something s wrong EX HE ENGINE spark plug replace if necessary SHAFT K gear case grease Y not adjusting screws EX BC EX HE EX PS only EX PS only EX PS only EX PS only screws nuts bolts tighten replace debris guard make sure to attach oiling port clean guide bar clean sprocket inspect replace Saw chain inspect sharp ki CUTTING UNIT 9 Maintenance 025 in 0 655mm WARNING Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the machine Contact with moving cutting head or hot muffler may result in a personal injury E AIR FILTER The air filter if clogged will reduce the engine performance Check and clean the filter element In warm soapy water as requ
43. nearby if the blade contacts any part of the body 8 Operation Optional blade usage EX BC only 2 How you can reduce the chance of kick out a Recognize that kick out can happen By understanding and knowing about bounce you can help eliminate the element of surprise Cut fibrous weeds and grass only Do not let the blade contact materials it cannot cut such as hard woody vines and brush or rocks fences metal etc Be extra prepared for bounce if you must cut where you cannot see the blade making contact such as in areas of dense growth Keep the blade sharp A dull blade increase the chance of bounce Avoid feeding the blade too rapidly The blade can bounce away from material being cut if the blade is fed faster than its cutting capability Cut only from your right to your left Keep your path of advance clear of material that has been cut and other debris 3 How you can maintain the best control a Keep a good firm grip on the unit with both hands A firm grip can help neutralize bounce Keep your right and left hands completely around the respective handles Keep both feet spread apart in a comfortable stance and yet braced for the possibility that the unit could bounce Do not overreach Keep firm footing and balance 8 Operation Optional blade usage EX BC only E MAINTENANCE EX BC OP9 Saw blade PANE e Check the blade and the fasteners for Bae te xX e
44. ngine starts OP8 IMPORTANT e Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning it by releasing the knob Such actions can cause starter failures 7 Move the choke lever downward to open the choke And restart engine OP5 8 Allow the engine to warm up for a several minutes before starting operation 1 When restarting the engine immediately after stopping it leave the choke open 2 Overchoking can make the engine hard to start due to excess fuel When the engine failed to start after several attempts open the choke and repeat pulling the rope or remove the spark plug and dry it E STOPPING ENGINE OP6 1 Release the throttle lever and run the engine for a half minute 2 Shift the ignition switch to the STOP position 8 Operation O IMPORTANT e Except for an emergency avoid stopping the engine while pulling the throttle lever E ADJUSTING THROTTLE CABLE e The normal play is 1 or 2mm when measured at the carburetor side end Readjust with the cable adjuster as required OP9 1 cable adjuster E ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED OP10 1 When the engine tends stop frequently at idling mode turn the adjusting screw clockwise 2 When the cutting head keeps rotating after releasing the trigger turn the adjusting screw counter clockwise 1 idle adjusting screw e Warm up the engine before adjusting the idling speed 8 Operation EX BC only E CUTTING WORK LINE HEAD USAGE WARNING 1
45. on strap and attach unit to strap 2 Depending on the working posture slide clamp up or down until unit balances and the strap fits your body 6 Set UP EX HE only 1 Insert the driveshaft into the clutch drum then attach the gearbox to the shaft tube as aligning the positioning holes Wipe out grease on the tube and the inside of the gearbox Screw in the lock screw and fasten the clamp bolt firmly SE1 1 Clamp bolt 2 Lock screw 2 Install the blade guard to the gear case with the provided 3 screws then clamp it to the shaft tube with 2 screws SE2 3 Place the blade between the cutter holders A and B while locking the gear shaft by putting the bar one of the tools provided through the key holes on the holder A and the gearcase Use the socket and the screwdriver as shown in the picture below to tighten the blade mounting bolt SE3 1 Blade mounting bolt Left handed 2 Cutter holder B 3 Blade 4 Bar 5 Cutter holder A 4 Split the bracket and install the wheel assembly to the shaft tube and clamp at a position best for your job SE4 1 Bracket Fuel E RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO WARNING GASOLINE 50 OIL 1 e Gasoline is very flammable Avoid ANS smoking or bringing any flame or 50 sparks near fuel Make sure to stop the GASOLINE gal engine and allow it cool before 2 CYCLE OIL fl oz refueling the unit Select outdoor bare ground for fueling and move at least GASOL
46. ore cans of fuel or 11 5 For safe operation refill the tank of the unit in any place where there is a boiler stove wood fire electrical sparks welding sparks or any other source of heat or fire which might ignite the fuel Never smoke while operating the unit or refilling its fuel tank When refilling the tank always turn off the engine and allow it to cool down Take a careful look around to make sure that there are no sparks or open flames anywhere nearby before refueling Wipe spilled fuel completely using a dry rag if any fuel spillage occurs during refueling After refueling Screw the fuel cap back tightly onto the fuel tank and then carry the unit to a spot 10 feet or more away from where it was refueled before turning on the engine E TRANSPORTATION 1 When hand carrying the product cover over the cutting part if necessary lift up the product and carry it paying attention to the blade Never transport the product over rough roads over long distances by vehicle without removing all fuel from the fuel tank If doing so fuel might leak from the tank during transport II 2 E MOUNTING ENGINE GEI 1 Push the driveshaft housing toward the clutch housing and rotate it by hand to check that the driveshaft is engaged with the gears 2 Insert the driveshaft housing into the clutch housing until it bottoms and align the positioning holes on the clutch housing and the
47. orking area rope warning signs 5 Whistle for collaboration or emergency 6 Hatchet or saw for removal of obstacles 3 Do not wear loose clothing jewelry short trousers sandals or go barefoot Do not wear anything which might be caught by a moving part of the unit Secure hair so it is above shoulder length E WORKING CIRCUMSTANCE 1 Never start the engine inside a closed room or building Exhaust gases contain dangerous carbon monoxide 2 Never use the product a when the ground is slippery or when you can t maintain a steady posture 7 5 For safe operation b At night at times of heavy fog or at any other times when your field of vision might be limited and it would be difficult to gain a clear view of the working area c During rain storms during lightning storms at times of strong or gale force winds or at any other times when weather conditions might make it unsafe to use the product E WORKING PLAN 1 You should never use the product when under the influence of alcohol when suffering from exhaustion or lack of sleep when suffering from drowsiness as a result of having taken cold medicine or at any other time when a possibility exists that your judgment might be impaired or that you might not be able to operate the product properly and in a safe manner When planning your work schedule allow plenty of time to rest Limit the amount of time over which the product is to be used
48. ornia Public Resources Code to equip a spark arrester when a gas powered tool is used in any forest covered brush covered or grass covered unimproved land MA4 1 spark arrester E INTAKE AIR COOLING VENT WARNING Never touch the cylinder muffler or spark plugs with your bare hands immediately after stopping the engine The engine can become very hot when in operation and doing so could result in severe burns When checking the machine to make sure that it is okay before using it check the area around the muffler and remove any wood chips or leaves which have attached themselves to the brushcutter Failing to do so could cause the muffler to become overheated and that this in turn could cause the engine to catch on fire Always make sure that the muffler is clean and free of wood chips leaves and other waste before use Check the intake air cooling vent and the area around the cylinder cooling fins after every 25 hours of use for blockage and remove any waste which has attached itself to the 9 Maintenance brushcutter Note that it is necessary to remove the engine cover shown in MA5 in order to be able to view the upper part of the cylinder IMPORTANT e f waste gets stuck and causes blockage around the intake air cooling vent or between the cylinder fins it may cause the engine to overheat and that in turn may cause mechanical failure on the part of the brushcutter MA6 1 cylinder 2 inta
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50. rotate even after the throttle has been moved fully back turn off the engine and take the unit to your authorized Red Max servicing dealer for repair E USING THE PRODUCT O IMPORTANT Cut only materials recommended by the manufacturer And use only for tasks explained in the manual Grip the handles firmly with both hands using your whole hand Place your feet slightly apart slightly further apart than the width of your shoulders so that your weight is distributed evenly across both legs and always be sure to maintain a steady even posture while working Keep cutting attachment below waist level Maintain the speed of the engine at the level required to perform cutting work and never raise the speed of the engine above the level necessary If the unit start to shake or vibrate turn off the engine and check the whole unit Do not use it until the trouble has been properly corrected Keep all parts of your body away from rotating cutting attachment and hot surfaces Never touch the muffler spark plug or other metallic parts of the engine while the engine is in operation or immediately after shutting down the engine Doing so could result in serious burns or electrical shock 5 For safe operation IF SOMEONE COMES Guard against hazardous situations at all times Warn adults to keep pets and children away from the area Be careful if you are approached Injury may result from flying debr
51. to avoid any accident by hitting hidden obstacles such as stumps stones cans or broken grass IMPORTANT Remove any obstacle before beginning work 3 Inspect the entire unit for loose fasteners and fuel leakage Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened Be sure the debris guard is firmly attached in place Always use the shoulder strap Adjust the strap for comfort before starting the engine The strap should be adjusted so the left hand can comfortably hold the handlebar grip approximately waist high E STARTING THE ENGINE 1 2 Keep bystanders and animals at least 50feet 15m away from the operating point If you are approached immediately stop the engine The product is equipped with a centrifugal clutch mechanism so the cutting attachment begins to rotate as soon as the engine is started by putting the throttle into the start position When starting the engine place the product onto the ground in a flat clear area and hold it firmly in place so as to ensure that neither the cutting part nor the throttle come into contact with any obstacle when the engine starts 5 For safe operation Never place the throttle into the high speed position when starting the engine 3 After starting the engine check to make sure that the cutting attachment stops rotating when the throttle is moved fully back to its original position If it continues to
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