Zenoah BT225 User's Manual
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1. Description Part Number Q ty Key Description Part Number Q ty 1 CYLINDER 5580 12110 1 64 ELEMENT 5500 82171 1 2 GASKET base 5500 12213 1 65 COVER ASSY T1701 82200 1 3 BOLT 1850 12130 2 66 KNOB 5500 82221 1 4 PLUG RCJ 6Y 5602 73110 1 67 SCREW 0263 90560 2 5 CRANKCASE COMP 5500 21100 1 68 HOUSING ASSY T1716 31100 1 6 PIN 2629 21130 3 69 BEARING 06002 06001 1 7 GASKET 5500 21141 1 70 4820 31120 1 8 BEARING 06030 06001 2 71 RING 04064 01210 1 9 SEAL 2169 21210 1 72 RING 04065 02812 1 10 SEAL 1850 21220 1 73 BRACKET A T1700 31212 1 11 SNAP RING 04065 02812 1 74 BRACKET T1700 31221 1 12 BOLT 01252 30530 3 75 CUSHION T1700 31232 1 13 GUARD 5500 22110 1 76 BOLT 01252 30522 2 14 SCREW 0263 90514 1 77 BOLT 01252 30510 1 15 CRANKSHAFT COMP 5500 42001 1 78 SCREW 0263 90520 4 16 PISTON 5600 41111 1 79 CLAMP T1600 72210 1 17 RING 1100 41210 2 80 COVER engine T1700 32110 1 18 PIN 1101 41310 1 81 SCREW T1700 32162 1 19 RING 1260 41320 2 82 SCREW 0263 90514 1 20 BEARING 5500 41410 1 83 SHOE 1140 51111 2 21 WASHER 1101 41340 2 84 SPRING 71700 51220 1 22 MUFFLER ASSY T1702 15100 1 85 SCREW 1140 51250 2 23 ARRESTER 1601 15120 1 86 WASHER 1140 51230 2 24 BOLT 01252 30550 2 87 WASHER 1970 51241 2 25 GASKET T1600 15210 1 88 ROTOR 1700 7112. hs 12 FB 14 8 Operation rh eere temere 16 9 Maintenance 19 10 Storage sete rehire 24 11 Troubleshooting guide 24 i N Parts liSt scrinia sana 25 1 Parts location Loop handle Ignition switch Throttle cable Throttle lever Drive shaft housing Debris guard Cutting line head Gear case Spark arrester Starter knob Fuel tank Primer pump Choke lever Air cleaner cover mur C D A 2 Specifications E BT225 Overall size LxWxH HMM 70 0 1780 x14 0 355 x9 5 241 in mm Dry weight dina dite ET 9 5 Ibs 4 75kg Engine Type RE EE TERES Air cooled 2 stroke gasoline DH saints baie said Fuse D Zenoah G24LS7 Displacement EE WR FE HI MYR REY A 1 4cu in 22 5cm Max ee eene 1 08Hp at 8000 rpm EU TE EETS PE E Mixture Gasoline 50 Oil 1 eet E Walbro Diaphragm type Spark plug EY Y NER RY Champion RCJ6Y Fuel tank capacity TUUM MT UTE 20 3 fl oz 0 62 TrANSMISSION 2 1 286 6002 One dede done RR dot e Centrifugal clutch Rigid driveshaft Reduction ATIC EE ESI ADI LI DLL 1 000 Cutting head rotating direction ss Clockwise Operator view Durability period TREDIUM LLLI OLI LU LIO 300hrs Standard Accessories 4 2 LIII 1 pc
3. 26 Fig 1 DRIVE UNIT 225 S N 000001 and up BOLT M5x10 BOLT M5x30 SPRING WASHER M5 WASHER GRIP LEVER COMP LEVER ASSY e e COVER e CORD A black e CORD B red THROTTLE CABLE ASSY TUBE HANDLE ASSY HANDLE e CLAMP SCREW GUARD ASSY e GUARD MOUNTING ASSY BLADE ASSY END CAP TUBE PLATE name PLATE caution TAP HEAD HOUSING EYELET BOLT SPRING SPOOL BUTTON COVER 01252 30510 01252 30530 BT00 50950 01641 20508 3577 32141 T3002 12203 6110 14412 6110 14410 02 T3002 12220 T3002 12230 1855 82100 T3003 14510 6420 14100 6420 14311 6420 14320 0263 90535 BT00 80810 BT00 80840 BT00 80830 BT00 50820 BT01 99010 6425 12552 UBT100R UBT 341R UBT 9 UBTR F10RHF UBT 354 UBT 345R UBT 347 UBT 348L ss ND SH HSH HSH SH ms PH SB HSH SB SB SB SB iii Description Part Number G ty Description Part Number Q ty 1 PIPE COMP BTO1 50810 1 2 DRIVE SHAFT BT01 50710 3 HOUSING ASSY BT00 50910 4 CASE N A 5 SHAFT N A 6 HOLDER N A 7 SPRING WASHER M8 BT00 50920 8 e WASHER M8 BT00 50960 9 e BEARING 06002 00608 10 BUSHING BT00 50940 11 WASHER M12 BT00 50930 27 12 Parts list Fig 2 ENGINE UNIT BT225 S N 50100000 and up 28 Fig 2 ENGINE UNIT BT225 S N 50100000 and
4. 50 SWIVEL 1881 81140 1 113 SCREW T1700 32162 4 51 SCREW 1752 81110 2 114 TANK ASSY T1700 85001 1 52 BRACKET 5500 81120 1 115 ASSY 5607 85201 1 53 NUT adjuster 1751 81180 1 116 HOLDER ASSY 5601 85300 1 54 SCREW adjuster 1918 81170 1 117 PACKING 5500 85220 1 55 RING 1881 81130 1 118 FILTER 5601 85260 1 56 SCREW 1850 81530 4 119 STOPPER 4820 85260 1 57 WASHER 5500 81160 1 120 PIPE COMP 5500 85300 1 58 BODY ASSY T1700 82100 1 121 FILTER ASSY 5500 85400 1 122 CLIP 1260 85460 1 60 SLEEVE 1970 82190 2 123 SCREW 5910 85510 1 61 PLATE choke T1700 82130 1 124 SCREW 5500 85510 2 62 LEVER choke T1700 82140 1 125 CLIP 1950 86120 1 63 SCREW 2630 33610 1 126 LABEL T1716 31120 1 8 RedMax LIMITED WARRANTY EMISSION RELATED PARTS FOR TWO 2 YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY OF THE UNIT KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC THE COMPANY THROUGH ANY RedMax DEALER WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE FREE OF CHARGE FOR THE ORIGINAL AND EACH SUBSEOUENT PURCHASER ANY PART OR PARTS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND OR WORKMANSHIP EMISSION RELATED PARTS ARE THE CARBURETOR ASSY COIL ASSY ROTOR SPARKPLUG AIR FILTER FUEL FILTER INTAKE MANIFOLD AND THE GASKETS ALL OTHER PARTS EXCEPT ABOVE PARTS FOR TWO 2 YEARS OF USE 90 DAYS FOR RENTAL USE FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE THE COMPAN
5. CLEANER COVER INFORMATION IMPORTANTE CONCERNANT LE MOTEUR CE MOTEUR EST CONFORME ALA REGLEMENTATION U S EPA 2005 POUR LES PETITS MOTEURS HORS ROUTE DUREE DE CONFORMITE CATEGORIE A TYPE DE MOTEUR 5KZXS 0254CD EM CYLINDREE DU MOTEUR 23 cc SE REFERER AU MANUEL DE LUTILISATEUR POUR LES SPECIFICATIONS D ENTRETIEN ET LES REGLAGES FABRIGUE PAR ZENOAH RedMax 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 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 and files 2 Properly reserved fuel 3 Spare blade 4 Things to notify your working area rope warning signs 5 W
6. l utilisateur 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 manceuvre 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 ll n existe aucune autre garantie explicite Les garanties implicites y compris la valeur march
7. the tightning bolts by turns securely Tightning torgue 4 9 7 8 N m 0 5 0 8kg m 1 Positioning hole 2 Bolt M5x10 3 Tightning bolt M5x22 INSTALLING HANDLE SE2 Mount the handle to the shaft tube and clamp it at your best operating position INSTALLING DEBRIS GUARD SE3 Put the debris guard on the shaft tube near the gear box attach it with the screw and nut provided CONNECTING THROTTLE WIRE 1 Remove the air cleaner cover SE4 2 Connect the end of the throttle wire to the joint on the top of the carburetor SE5 CONNECTING SWITCH WIRES Connect the switch wires between the engine and the main unit Pair the wires of the same color INSTALLING CUTTING HEAD SE6 1 While locking the gear shaft by inserting the attached bar into the upper holder and the housing 2 Rotate the cutting head to engage threads Hand tighten it securely 7 Fuel WARNING Gasoline is very flammable Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or sparks near fuel Make sure to stop the engine and allow it cool before refueling the unit Select outdoor bare ground for fueling and move at least 3m 10ft away from the fueling point before starting the engine The RedMax engines are lubricated by oil specially formulated for air cooled 2 cycle gasoline engine use If RedMax oil is not available use an anti oxidant added quality oil expressly labeled for air cooled 2 cycle engine us
8. 10 1 26 PLATE 5500 15221 1 89 COIL ASSY T1700 71200 1 271 SCREW 0263 90416 1 90 e CAP 5500 72110 1 28 INSULATOR T1700 13160 1 91 CORD T1700 71220 1 29 GASKET insulator 5500 13121 1 92 CAP 2616 71320 1 30 GASKET carburetor 5500 13131 1 93 GROMMET 5500 72130 1 31 SCREW 0263 90520 2 94 SPRING 5500 72120 1 32 CARBURETOR ASSY 5501 81000 1 95 BOLT 3310 72150 2 33 e BODY ASSY 1850 81450 1 96 SPACER T1700 71260 2 34 SCREEN 3306 81380 1 97 T1700 73200 1 35 VALVE 3356 81310 1 98 NUT 1650 43230 1 36 SPRING 1850 81270 1 99 KEY 1000 43240 1 37 SCREW 1850 81220 1 100 RECOIL ASSY T1700 75100 1 38 PIN 3310 81250 1 101 CASE COMP 5500 75110 1 39 LEVER 3310 81230 1 102 REEL 1850 75120 1 40 BODY purge 1850 81490 1 103 SPRING 1850 75130 1 41 1850 81520 1 104 SCREW 1850 75151 1 42 PUMP priming 1751 81510 1 105 eROPE T1600 75160 1 43 DIAPHRAGM 3310 81260 1 106 T1600 75310 1 44 GASKET diaphragm 1850 81470 1 107 COLLAR 71600 75321 1 45 DIAPHRAGM pump 1065 81420 1 108 SPRING T1600 75330 1 46 GASKET pump 1065 81410 1 109 WASHER 71600 75210 1 47 JET 5500 81251 1 110 PULLEYASSY 1850 75201 1 48 RING 1751 81240 1 111 eRATCHET 1850 75221 1 49 RING 1751 81130 1 112 SPRING 1850 75230 1
9. BT01 00001 501 OWNER OPERATOR MANUAL BT225 A WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS WARNING Before using our products please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit DRIVE UNIT 000001 and up ENGINE UNIT 50100000 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 reguested to read all such instructions carefully and follow them without fail 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 1 Parts location 442 3 2 Specifications 3 3 Warning labels on the machine 4 4 Symbols on the machine 5 5 For safe operation 6 6 Set Ups
10. D AFTER EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE 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 at the same time MA6 1 Screwdriver 2 Muffler 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 10 Storage 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 incorrect fuel drain it and with correct fuel fuel filter fuel filter is clogged clean carburetor adjustment screw sparking no spark spark plug out of normal range spark plug is fouled wet plug gap is incorrect disconnected 4 4 d 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 incorrect fuel or staled fu
11. DUCT 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 1 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 debris 2 If someone calls out or otherwise interrupts you while working always be sure to turn off the engine before turning around MAINTENANCE 1
12. In order to maintain your product in proper working order perform the maintenance and checking operations described in the manual at regular intervals 2 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 4 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 5 Do not use any accessory or attachment other than those bearing the RedMax mark and recommended for the unit 6 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 HANDLING FUEL 1 The engine of the RedMax product is designed to run on a mixed fuel which contains highly flammable gasoline Never store cans of fuel or 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 an
13. PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE UNITS ACCIDENTAL MISHANDLING ALTERATION ABUSE IMPROPER LUBULICATION USE OF ANY PARTS OR ACCESSARIES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED BY THE COMPANY OR OTHER CAUSES BEYOND THE CONPANY 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 LIMINATION 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 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 ZENOA AMERICA WITHIN SEVEN 7 DAYS BE SURE TO KEEP A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC 0 ax 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross Georgia 30093 RedMax Garantie limit e Pi ces en rapport avec les mi
14. Specifications are subject to change without notice 3 Warning labels on the machine 1 2 3 1 Read 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 brushcutter IMPORTANT If 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 brushcutter We won t warrant the machine if you use the remodeled brushcutter or you don t observe the proper usage written in the manual 4 360 4 Symbols on the machine IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2005 U S EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES COMPLIANCE PERIOD CATEGORY A ENGINE FAMILY 5KZXS 0254CD EM ENGINE DISPLACEMENT 23cc REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTE NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS MANUFACTURED e ZENOAH RedMax KOMATSU 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
15. Y THROUGH ANY RedMax 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 REOUIRED 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 REPLACEMNET POINT FOR THE PART ANY REPLACEMENT PART THAT IS EOUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DULABILITY 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 PARTS 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
16. 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 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 ax 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross Georgia 30093 Cow KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross Georgia 30093 Printed in Japan
17. can cause starter failures 6 When the engine has started move the choke lever gradually downward to open the choke 7 Allow the engine to warm up for a half minute 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 8 Operation 5 STOPPING ENGINE 1 Release the throttle lever and run the engine for a half minute 2 Shift the ignition switch to the STOP position Except for an emergency avoid stopping the engine while pulling the throttle lever ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED OP5 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 adjustment screw 2 Cable adjuster Warm up the engine before adjusting the idling speed LINE HEAD USAGE WARNING 1 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 2 Keep the debris guard attached in place at all times when the unit is operated TRIMMING GRASS AND WEEDS Always remembe
18. e JASO FC GRADE OIL or ISO EGC GRADE Do not use BIA or TCW 2 stroke water cooling type mixed oil RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 50 OIL 1 50 1 MIXING CHART GASOLINE gal 1 2 3 4 5 2 CYCLE OIL fl oz 2 6 5 2 7 8 10 4 3 GASOLINE 1 2314 5 2 CYCLE OIL ml 20 40 60 80 0 Exhaust emission are controlled by the fundamental engine parameters and components eg carburation ignition timing and port timing without addition of any major hardware or the introduction of an inert material during combustion These engines are certified to operate on unleaded gasoline Make sure to use gasoline with a minimum octane number of 89 RON USA Canada 87AL you use a gasoline of a lower octane value than prescribed there is a danger that the engine temperature may rise and an engine problem such as piston seizing may conseguently occur Unleaded gasoline is recommended to reduce the contamination of the air for the sake of your health and the environment Poor guality gasolines or oils may damage sealing rings fuel lines or fuel tank of the engine HOW TO MIX FUEL IMPORTANT Pay attention to agitation 1 Measure out the quantities of gasoline and oil to be mixed Put some of the gasoline into a clean approved fuel container Pour in all of the oil and agitate well Pour In the rest of gasoline a
19. el out of normal range carbon is built up clogged with dust clogged with dust 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 BT225 NOTE 1 Use KOMATSU ZENOAH genuine parts as specified in the parts list for repair and or replacement 2 KOMATSU ZENOAH does not warrant the machines which have been damaged by the use of any parts other than those specified by the company 3 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 5 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 Jan 2002 DRIVE UNIT 000001 and up ENGINE UNIT 50100000 and up Fig 1 DRIVE UNIT BT225 S N 000001 and up 12 Parts list 33 seb 2
20. histle 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 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 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 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 2 When planning your work schedule allow plenty of time to rest Limit the amount of time over which the product is to be used continuously to somewhere around 30 40 minutes per
21. l cap and the fuel filter for blockage MA2 SPARK PLUG Starting failure and mis firing are often caused by a fouled spark plug Periodically clean the spark plug and check that the spark gap is in the correct range For a replacement plug use the correct type specified by RedMax See SPECIFI CATIONS on the page 3 REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A CHAMPION RCJ6Y OR THE EQUIVALENT SUCH AS BOSCH WSR8E OR BPMR7A IMPORTANT Note that using any spark plugs 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 21 9 Maintenance 4 a aff MUFFLER WARNING Inspect periodically the muffler for loose fasteners any damage or corrosion If any sign of exhaust leakage is found do not use the brushcutter and have it repaired immediately Note that failing to do so may result in the engine catching on fire SPARK ARRESTER The muffler is eguipped 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 reguired by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code to eguip a spark arrester when a gas powered tool is used in any fo
22. n thick tall grass as the engine may stall by overload 9 Maintenance Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any non road engine repair establishment or individual WARNING Always be sure to stop the engine before inspecting the brushcutter for problems or performing maintenance Never alter the brushcutter or take the engine apart When replacing parts always be sure to use only RedMax products or products which have been certified by RedMax for use with the RedMax brushcutter Things to check before using brushcutter REFILLING TRIMMING LINE 7 6m 25 2 4mm 0 095In 3 8m 12 5 9 Maintenance 20 9 Maintenance 1 2 025 0 65 WARNING Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the brushcutter Contact with moving cutting head or hot muffler may result in a personal injury AIR FILTER The air filter if clogged will reduce the engine performance Monthly check and clean the filter element in warm soapy water as required Dry completely before installing If the element is broken or shrunk replace with a new one MA1 FUEL FILTER When the engine runs short of fuel supply check the fue
23. nd agitate 7 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 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 sticking 4 Mixed fuels which have been left unused for a period of one month or m
24. ore may clog the carburetor and result in the engine failing to operate properly 5 In the case of storing the product for a 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 OP1 STARTING ENGINE 1 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 2 Pump the primer until fuel flows out in the clear tube OP1 3 Move the choke lever upward to close the choke OP2 1 Choke lever 2 Close 3 Open 4 Shift the ignition switch to the START position OP3 1 Ignition switch 2 Stop 3 Start 5 While pulling the throttle lever with the little finger of your left hand pull the starter rope OP4 Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning it by releasing the knob Such actions
25. r 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 2 Use full throttle when cutting 8 Operation 3 You can avoid thrown debris by sweeping from your left to the right 4 Use a slow deliberate action to cut heavy growth The rate of cutting motion will depend on the material being cut Heavy growth will reguire slower action than will light growth 5 Never swing the unit so hard as you are in danger of losing your balance or control of the unit 6 Try to control the cutting motion with the hip rather than placing the full workload on the arm and hands 7 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 freguently 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 the 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 i
26. rest covered brush covered or grass covered unimproved land MA4 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 brushcutter 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 Note that failing to do so could cause the muffler to become overheated and that this in turn could cause the brushcutter 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 5 brushcutter Note that it is necessary to remove the plug guard shown in Figure 20 in order to be able to view the upper part of the cylinder IMPORTANT If 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 MA5 1 Cylinder fin 2 Intake air cooling vent back PROCEDURES TO BE PERFORME
27. 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 don t 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 2 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 BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 1 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 2 Check the condition of working area 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 uni
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29. t for loose fasteners and fuel leakage Make sure that the cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened 4 Be sure the debris guard is firmly attached in place 5 If the cutting head is the metal blade 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 STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Keep bystanders and animals at least 50feet 15m away from the operating point If you are approached immediately stop the engine 2 The product is eguipped 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 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 USING THE PRO
30. y 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 10feet 3m or more away from where it was refueled before turning on the engine 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 2 MOUNTING ENGINE SE1 1 Loosen the bolts temporarily attached to the clutch housing 2 Push the driveshaft toward the gearcase and rotate it by hand to check that the driveshaft is engaged with the gears 3 Insert the shaft tube into the clutch housing until it bottoms When difficult to engage twist the engine slightly 4 Align the positioning holes on the clutch housing and the shaft tube and fit the bolt into the holes And fasten
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