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US-1 SGCZ2450S U S OWNER 'S/ OPERA T OR'S MANUAL RECIPR OCA T ORS 848-JN7-93A0 (909) APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS : DRIVE UNIT 90800101 and up ENGINE UNIT 90800101 and up W ARNING 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[...]
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US-2 SGCZ2450S 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 m[...]
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US-3 SGCZ2450S U S 1. Parts location 2. Specifications ■ SGCZ2450S Overall size ( L x W x H ) ····································································76.2 (1935) x 9.1 (230) x 10.0 (255) in. (mm) Dry Weight ······························?[...]
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US-4 SGCZ2450S 3. W arning labels on the machine 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) Th[...]
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US-5 SGCZ2450S U S •A brushcutter or trimmer can be dangerous if used incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause serious or fatal injury to the operater or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this Owner's manual. • Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permissi[...]
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US-6 SGCZ2450S contain dangerous carbon monoxide. 10. Never to touch the spark plug or plug cord while the engine is in operation Doing so may result in being subjected to an electrical shock. 11.Never to touch the muffler, spark plug, other metallic parts of the engine or engine cover while the engine is in operation or immediately after shutting [...]
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US-7 SGCZ2450S U S 5. For safe operation ■ Transport 1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank before transporting or storing the product. 2. When hand-carrying the product, cover over the cutting part, lift up the product and carry it paying attention to the blade. 3. Secure the unit carefully to prevent movement when it is transported. 4. A unit tha[...]
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US-8 SGCZ2450S 5. For safe operation lubricant, always be sure to use only RedMax products or products which have been certified by RedMax for use with the RedMax product. 5. 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 ne[...]
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US-9 SGCZ2450S U S 6. Set up ■ MOUNTING ENGINE (SE1) 1. Install the engine to the driveshaft so that the cylinder head and the stop switch may come on the same side. 2. Using attached four bolts, secure the connection firmly with equal force (Torque: 25in-lbs)(Torque: 2.8 N.m.). (1) Bolt (2) Stop switch Never use any screws other than those speci[...]
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US-10 SGCZ2450S lines or fuel tank of the engine. • Failures caused by operating engines on gasoline with octane rating lower than 89 are not covered by the RedMax Two- Stroke engine warranty. •A lternative Fuels (Not Gasoline) Alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E-20 (20% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) are NOT classified as gasoline a[...]
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US-11 SGCZ2450S U S 7. Fuel test standard has been discontinued by API in 1995 and it no longer exists. • Gasoline/Oil mixture Storage Recommendations Store your gasoline or gasoline/oil mixture in a cool dry area in a tightly sealed approved container to limit the entry of moisture and additional air (oxygen). Moisture and air cause the developm[...]
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US-12 SGCZ2450S 8. Operation ■ STARTING ENGINE The cutting head will start rotating upon the engine starts. 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. Push the primer pump several times until overflown fuel flows out in the[...]
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US-13 SGCZ2450S U S 8. Operation OP7 OP8 OP9 OP10 OP11 OP12 OP13 OP14 ■ HOW TO USE • Adjust the front handle to the most comfortable position. • Start the engine and pull the throttle lever gradually. The blades will start moving as the engine speed goes up. • To stop the blade motion, simply release the throttle lever. The clutch will dise[...]
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US-14 SGCZ2450S To remove blades: 1. Turn over the machine and remove the bottom cover (MA3-1) by removing the 4 screws. 2. Loosen 4 screws and remove the lower blade (MA3- 2) 3. Loosen 4 screws and remove the upper blade (MA3-3), To install blades: The upper and lower blades are interchangeable. When fastening the blade mounting screws, torque the[...]
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US-15 SGCZ2450S U S ■ AIR FILTER • The air filter, if clogged, will reduce the engine performance. Check and clean the filter element. If the element is broken or clogged, replace with a new one. (MA4) (1) air filter ■ FUEL FILTER • When the engine runs short of fuel supply, check the fuel cap and the fuel filter for blockage. (MA5) (1) fue[...]
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US-16 SGCZ2450S 9. Maintenance MA10 (1) (2) MA9 • 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. •O il the blades. 10. Storage 1 1[...]
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US-17 SGCZ2450S U S 13. 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 ➞ clea[...]
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US-18 SGCZ2450S The EPA (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), CARB (California Air Resources Board), Environment Canada and RedMax are pleased to explain the emissions control system's warranty on your 2009 and later small off-road engine. In U.S. and Canada, new equipment that use small off-road engines must be designed, built, and equipped[...]
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US-19 SGCZ2450S U S warranty is warranted for the remaining warranty period. Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the maintenance schedule will be warranted for a period of two years. A statement in such written instructions to the effect of "repair or replace as necessary" will not reduce the period of warr[...]