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State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS : DRIVE UNIT 120000 and up BC225DL Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit.
SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked with a 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 WARNING This mark indicates instructions which must be...
3. Warning 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 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).
ENGINE FAMILY : 1KZXS. 0254CD ENGINE DISPLACEMENT : 22.5cc REFER TO OWNER'S MANUMAL FOR MAINTE- NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. MANUFACTURED RedMax 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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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5. For safe operation WARNING 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.
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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...
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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. 2. Never smoke while operating the unit or refilling its fuel tank.
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6. Set up 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.
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6. Set up INSTALLING CUTTING HEAD (SE6) 1. While locking the gear shaft by inserting the attached bar into the upper holder and the gear box, loosen and remove the hexagon bolt(left- handed) 2. Fit the spacer attached to the head assembly between the upper and lower holders.
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 use.
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7. Fuel at least one minute. 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.
8. Operation 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.
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8. Operation STOPPING ENGINE 1. Release the throttle lever and run the engine for a half minute. 2. Shift the ignition switch to the STOP position. NOTE • Except for an emergency, avoid stopping the engine while pulling the throttle lever. ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED (OP5) 1.
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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 require slower action than will light growth.
• 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 1.
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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 4). (MA7) • REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A CHAMPION RCJ6Y OR THE EQUIVALENT, SUCH AS BOSCH WSR8E OR NGK BPMR7A.
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9. Maintenance 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.
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9. Maintenance MA10 MA11 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...
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.
(OPT1) • When replacing blade always be sure to use products which have been certified by RedMax. WARNING • When using the metal blade, make sure to install the hanger and the shoulder strap.
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11. Optional blade usage OPT4 OPT5 OPT6 OPT7 WARNING • When sharpening, removing, or reattaching the blade, be sure to wear thick, sturdy gloves and use only proper tools and equipment to prevent injury. SET UP THE BLADE 1. Detach the line head assembly and the shaft completely.
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• 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.
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11. Optional blade usage OPT10 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. (OPT10) WARNING Make sure to use shoulder strap and debris guard.
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11. Optional blade usage OPT11 the blade is fed faster than its cutting capability. f. Cut only from your right to your left. g. Keep your path of advance clear of material that has been cut and other debris. 3. How you can maintain the best control: a.
(exhaust port) air cleaner cylinder fin, fan cover When your unit seems to need further service, please consult with our RedMax service shop in your area. PROBABLE CAUSES incorrect fuel fuel filter is clogged out of normal range...
(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 : DRIVE UNIT 120000 and up BRUSHCUTTERS BC225DL ENGINE UNIT 000101 and up Aug. 2001...
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13. Parts list Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT BC225DL (S/N 120000 and up)
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13. Parts list Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT BC225DL (S/N 000101 and up)
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Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT BC225DL (S/N 000101 and up) Key# Description CYLINDER GASKET, base BOLT PLUG RCJ-6Y CRANKCASE-C • PIN GASKET BEARING SEAL SEAL SNAP RING BOLT GUARD SCREW CRANKSHAFT-C PISTON RING RING BEARING WASHER MUFFLER ASSY ARRESTER BOLT GASKET PLATE...
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CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The California Air Resources Board and KOMATSU ZENOAH are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 1995 and later small off-road engine. In California, new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent anti-smog standards.
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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.
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(2) ans à compter de la date initiale de livraison d’une unité du modèle BC225DL. Les pièces en rapport avec les émissions de gaz d'échappement sont: l'assemblage carburateur, l'assemblage bobine, le rotor, la bougie, le filtre à...