RedMax PSZ2450S manual

US-1 PSZ2450S U S OWNER 'S/ OPERA T OR'S MANUAL POLE SA W 848-A59-93A0 (909) PSZ2450S 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 using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper us[...]

US-2 PSZ2450S 1. Parts location ......................................................................3 2. Specifications .....................................................................3 3. Warning labels on the machine ..........................................4 4. Symbols on the machine ....................................................4 [...]

US-3 PSZ2450S U S 1. Parts location (1) Primer pump (2) Air cleaner cover (3) Choke lever (4) Fuel tank (5) Starter knob (6) Spark arrester (7) Gear case (8) Chain cover (9) Saw chain (10) Guide bar (11) Grip (12) Drive shaft housing (13) Sholder strap hanger (14) Throttle trigger (15) Stop switch (16) Throttle cable 2. Specifications ■ PSZ2450S [...]

US-4 PSZ2450S 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) The[...]

US-5 PSZ2450S U S 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. 3. A[...]

US-6 PSZ2450S between each person sufficient to ensure safety. 3. Check the condition of working area to avoid any accident by hitting hidden obstacles such as stumps, stones, cans, or broken grass. Remove any obstacle before beginning work. 4. Inspect the entire unit for loose fasteners and fuel leakage. Make sure that the cutting attachment is pr[...]

US-7 PSZ2450S U S 5. For safe operation 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 u[...]

US-8 PSZ2450S 5. For safe operation • Never use a cracked or warped guide bar: replace it with a serviceable one and make sure it fits properly. • If a saw blade should bind fast in a cut, shut off the engine immediately. Push the branch or tree to ease the bind and free the blade. • Do not operate the pole pruner with the muffler removed. ?[...]

US-9 PSZ2450S U S 6. Set up ■ 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 both housings and install the screw. 3. Fasten [...]

US-10 PSZ2450S 7. Fuel and Chain Oil ■ FUEL • 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 10 ft (3 m) away from the fueling point before starting the engine. ■ GASOLINE REQ[...]

US-11 PSZ2450S U S 7. Fuel and Chain Oil 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[...]

US-12 PSZ2450S 8. Operation ■ STARTING ENGINE The cutting head will start rotating upon the engine starts. 1. Feed fuel and chain oil into their respective tanks and tighten the caps securely. (OP1) (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[...]

US-13 PSZ2450S U S ■ ADJUSTING OIL FLOW RATE Never fill the oil reservoir nor adjust the oiler with the engine running. 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 ref[...]

Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. US-14 PSZ2450S ■ OILING PORT Dismount the guide bar and check the oiling port for clogging. (MA1) (1) Oiling port ■ GUIDE BAR Remove sawdust in the bar groove and the oiling port. (MA2) (1) G[...]

US-15 PSZ2450S U S ■ SAW CHAIN It is very important for smooth and safe operation to keep the cutters always sharp. Your cutters need to be sharpened when: • Sawdust becomes powder-like. • You need extra force to saw in. • The cut way does not go straight. • Vibration increases. • Fuel consumption increases. Cutter setting standards: Be[...]

US-16 PSZ2450S 9. Maintenance MA15 (1) (2) MA14 TIGHTENING TORQUE: 87–121 (in-lbs) (9.8–13.7 N.m.) ■ 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 engi[...]

US-17 PSZ2450S U S 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 ➞ plug gap is incorr[...]

US-18 PSZ2450S 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 [...]

US-19 PSZ2450S 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 warra[...]