RedMax HE225F manual

OWNER / OPERA T OR MANUAL STICK EDGERS 848-A41-93A1 (501) HE225F HEZ2500F The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. W ARNING Before using our product, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit. W ARNING (HE225F[...]

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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. ■ WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL This mark indicates i[...]

2. Specifications ■ HE225F/HEZ2500F Overall size(LxWxH) ································ 68.1(1730)x12.3(313)x12.3(312) / 69.8(1773)x12.6(320)x12.3(312) in(mm) Dry weight w/o acc. ····································································[...]

 5  3. W arning labels on the machine (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 machine. If warning label peel off or become soiled and impossible to read, you should contact the dealer from whic[...]

 6  For safe operation and maintenance, symbols are carved in relief on the machine. According to these indications, please be careful not to take 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:[...]

5. For safe operation 1. Read this manual carefully until you completely understand and follow all safety and operating instructions. 2. 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. [...]

 8  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 produ[...]

■ 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, ca[...]

 10  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 PRODUCT Cut only materials recommended by the manufacturer. And use only for tasks explained in[...]

■ 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. 2. Always be sure to turn off the engine before performing any maintenance or checking procedures. The metallic parts reach high temperatures immediately after stopping the engin[...]

 12  5. For safe operation ■ 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 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 whi[...]

SE4 ■ MOUNTING ENGINE (SE1) 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 shaft tube and install the screw. When difficult[...]

 14  7. Fuel ■ RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 50:OIL 1 • 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. • These engines are certified to operate on [...]

7. Fuel  15  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 t[...]

 16  8. Operation OP2 (1) (2) (3) OP1 (1) (2) (3) OP3 (4) (7) (5) (6) OP4 The RedMax stick edgers are 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 WHEEL HEIGHT 1. Loosen the wing nut and c[...]

8. Operation  17  • Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning it by releasing the knob. Such actions can cause starter failures. 6. Move the choke lever downward to open the choke. And restart engine. (OP3) 7. Allow the engine to warm up for a several minutes before starting operation. 1. When restarting the engine immediately after st[...]

 18  8. Operation ■ HOW TO USE 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 blade guard and the mad guard attached in place at all times when the unit is operated. 3 Before starting a job,[...]

•A lways be sure to stop the engine before inspecting the stick edger for problems or performing maintenance. • Never alter the stick edger or take the engine apart. •W hen replacing parts, always be sure to use only RedMax products or products which have been certified by RedMax for use with the RedMax stick edger. WARNING 9. Maintenance [...]

 20  •M ake 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. ■ AIR FILTER • The air filter, if clogged, will reduce the engine performance. Check and clean the filter element in warm, soapy water as required. Dry co[...]

■ MUFFLER • 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. ■ SPARK ARRESTER • The muffler is equipped with a spark arrester to prevent re[...]

 22  9. Maintenance ■ BLADE (MA7) • Place the blade between holders (A) and (B) while locking the gear shaft by putting the bar, through the key holes on the holder(A) and the gearcase. Use the socket and the screwdriver to tighten the blade mounting bolt. (1) Blade mounting nut (Left-handed) Tightning Torque: 130~150in-lbs(15~20N.m.) (2)[...]

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.  23  9. Maintenance • If waste gets stuck and causes blockage a[...]

 24  11 . T roubleshooting 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 ➞ out of normal range ➞ adjust to normal range sparking (no spark) ➞ spark plug is fouled/wet ➞ clean/dry ?[...]

12. Parts list 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 th[...]

12. Parts list  26  Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT (S/N 200001 and up)[...]

Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT (S/N 200001 and up) Key# Description Part Number Q'ty 1P IPE COMP. T3207-12100 1 2 SHAFT COMP. T3207-12200 1 3 GEARCASE ASSY T3207-13000 1 4• GEARCASE T3207-13110 1 5• HOLDER-B 6129-13250 1 6• HOLDER-A 6129-13240 1 7• SHAFT 6129-13211 1 8• PINION T3207-13310 1 9• GEAR 6129-13220 1 10 • BEARING 06004-06201 1 11 ?[...]

12. Parts list  28  Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HE225F (S/N 50100000 and up)[...]

Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HE225F (S/N 50100000 and up) Key# Description Part Number Q'ty 1 CYLINDER 5580-12110 1 2 GASKET, base 5500-12213 1 3 BOLT 1850-12130 2 4 PLUG RCJ-6Y 3699-90419-10 1 5 CRANKCASE COMP. 5500-21100 1 6• PIN 2629-21130 3 7 GASKET 5500-21141 1 8 BEARING 06030-06001 2 9 SEAL 2169-21210 1 10 SEAL 1850-21220 1 11 SNAP RING 04065-028[...]

Fig.3 ENGINE UNIT HEZ2500F (S/N 50100000 and up)  30  12. Parts list[...]

Fig.3 ENGINE UNIT HEZ2500F (S/N 50100000 and up)  31  Key# Description Part Number Q'ty 1 CYLINDER 848-F30-12A2 1 2 GASKET, base 4810-12210 1 3 BOLT 1850-12130 2 4 INSULATOR 4810-13162 1 5 GASKET, insulator 4810-13120 1 6G ASKET, carburetor 4810-13130 1 7 SCREW 0263-90520 1 8 REEDVALVE (S) ASSY 848-F30-1602 1 10 • REEDVALVE 4810-16120 [...]

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 SUBSEQUENT PURCHASER, ANY PART OR PARTS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. EMISSION-RELATED PARTS ARE: TH[...]

Pièces en rapport avec les émissions de gaz d'échappement : KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC., par l'intermédiaire de n'importe quel revendeur RedMax, réparera gratuitement ou remplacera gratuitement pour l'acheteur initial et chaque acheteur successif toute(s) pièce(s) se révélant de constitution et/ou de montage défectueux [...]

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