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RedMax PSZ2500 Owner's/Operator's Manual

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OWNER / OPERATOR MANUAL
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 :
DRIVE UNIT 000000 and up
POLE SAW
PSZ2500
Before using our machine, please
read this manual carefully to
understand the proper use of your
unit.
CUTTING UNIT 000000 and up
T3073-93110 (004)
WARNING
ENGINE UNIT 000479 and up

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  • Page 1 T3073-93110 (004) OWNER / OPERATOR MANUAL POLE SAW PSZ2500 WARNING WARNING The engine exhaust from this product Before using our machine, please contains chemicals known to the State read this manual carefully to of California to cause cancer, birth understand the proper use of your defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 4: Parts Location

    7. Drive shaft housing 16. Choke lever 8. Gear case 17. Air cleaner cover 9. Chain cover 2. Specifications PSZ2500 Overall size(LxWxH)························································ 83.9(2130)x9.8(250)x12.2(310) in(mm) Dry weight w/o bar and chain ············································································ 11.1(5.05) lbs(kg) Engine Type ········································································· Air-cooled 2-stroke gasoline Model ··························································································· Zenoah GZ25N Displacement ···········································································...

  • Page 5: Warning Labels On The Machine

    3. Warning labels on the machine (1) Read owner's manual before operating (1) Lire le mode d’emploi avant d’utiliser this machine. cette machine. (2) Wear head, eye and ear protection. (2) Porter un casque de sécurité, des (3) Handling this machine improperly could lunettes de sécurité...

  • Page 6: Symbols On The Machine

    4. Symbols 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 direction to open the choke...

  • Page 7: For Safe Operation

    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.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 5. For safe operation BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Make sure there is always good ventilation when operating the pruner. Fumes from engine exhaust can cause serious injury or death. Never run the engine indoors! 2. 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.
  • Page 10 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.
  • Page 11 3. When replacing any 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...
  • Page 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...
  • Page 13 5. For safe operation KICKBACK PINCHING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Beware of kickback! Kickback can occur whenever the tip of the guide bar touches an object while the saw is operating. Kickback may force the bar up and back toward the operator with lightning-like speed! Beware of pinching.
  • Page 14 5. For safe operation WARNING • Make sure the chain and sprocket are correctly adjusted before operating the pruner (see page 16,17 for adjustment procedures). Never attempt chain adjustment with the engine running! • Always make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed and firmly tightened before operation.

  • Page 15: Set Up

    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 clutch housing and the shaft tube and install the screw.
  • Page 16 6. Set up A standard package contains the items as shown below. (SE4) (1) Guide bar (2) Saw chain (3) Gase case (4) Sprocket (5) Chain tension adjust screw (6) Nut (7) Chain tensioner nut (8) Chain cover Install the guide bar and the saw chain on the gear case as follows.
  • Page 17 6. Set up 5. Tighten the mounting nut securely with the bar tip held up (SE8)(TORQUE: 8.9~11.7 N.m./90~120 kg-cm). Then check the chain for smooth rotation and correct tension while moving it by hand. If necessary, readjustment. (1) Tighten WARNING It is very important to maintain the proper chain tension.

  • Page 18: Fuel And Chain Oil

    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.
  • Page 19 7. Fuel and chain oil 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.

  • Page 20: Operation

    8. Operation STARTING ENGINE WARNING 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) 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 rotating upon starting of the engine.
  • Page 21 8. Operation STOPPING ENGINE (OP4) 1. Release the throttle lever and run the engine for a half minute. 2. Shift the ignition switch to the STOP position. IMPORTANT • Except for an emergency, avoid stopping the engine while pulling the throttle lever. CHECKING OIL SUPPLY After starting the engine, run the chain at medium speed and see if chain oil is scattered off as shown...
  • Page 22 8. Operation Adjust the pump as follows: 1. Stop the engine and make sure the stop switch is in the OFF position. 2. Place the unit on its side with the oil reservoir up. (OP7) (1) Oil tank (2) Chain cover IMPORTANT The oil flow adjusting screw must be pressed in slightly in order to turn.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    9. Maintenance MAINTENANCE CHART every every every system/compornent procedure before hours hours hours note after after after fuel leaks, fuel spillage wipe out fuel tank, air filter, fuel filter inspect/clean replace, if necessary see ADJUSTING replace carburetor idle adjusting screw IDLING SPEED (p.22) if necessary clean and readjust...
  • Page 24 9. Maintenance The bar rail should always be a square. Check for wear of the bar rail. Apply a ruler to the bar and the outside of a cutter. If a gap is observed between them, the rail is normal. Otherwise, the bar rail is worn. Such needs corrected replaced.(MA4)
  • Page 25 9. Maintenance Place your file on the cutter and push straight forward. Keep the file position as illustrated. (MA6) After every cutter has been set, check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated. (MA7) WARNING Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage.
  • Page 26 9. Maintenance GEAR CASE reduction gears lubricated multipurpose, lithium-based grease in the gearcase. Supply new grease every 25 hours of use or more often depending on the job condition. When adding lubricant, use a grease gun to insert lubricant into the three grease nipples located on the gear case.
  • Page 27 Clean the spark plug and check that the plug gap is in the correct range. For a replacement plug, use the correct type specified by RedMax. (MA12) .025 in • REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A NGK CMR7A.
  • Page 28 9. Maintenance 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. •...

  • Page 29: Storage

    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.

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide

    (exhaust port) carbon is built-up wipe away air cleaner clogged with dust wash cylinder fin, fan cover clogged with dust clean When your unit seems to need further service, please consult with our RedMax service shop in your area.

  • Page 31: Parts List

    12. Parts list POLE SAW PSZ2500 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.
  • Page 32 12. Parts list Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT PSZ2500 (S/N 000000 and up) Fig.2 CUTTING UNIT PSZ2500 (S/N 000000 and up)
  • Page 33 Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT PSZ2500 (S/N 000000 and up) Key# Description Part Number Q'ty Key# Description Part Number Q'ty PIPE-COMP T3002-12100 NAME-PLATE T3073-12510 SHAFT 3520-12212 CAUTION-PLATE 6425-12552 GRIP 3577-32141 HANDLE-ASS’Y 6420-14100 LEVER-COMP T3002-12200 • HANDLE 6420-14311 • LEVER 6110-14410 • CLAMP 6420-14320 •...
  • Page 34 12. Parts list Fig.3 ENGINE UNIT PSZ2500 (S/N 000479 and up)
  • Page 35 Fig.3 ENGINE UNIT PSZ2500 (S/N 000479 and up) Key# Description Part Number Q'ty Key# Description Part Number Q'ty CYLINDER 4810-12111 • NUT, adjuster 1751-81180 GASKET, base 4810-12210 • SCREW, adjuster 1918-81170 BOLT 1850-12130 • SCREW 1850-81530 INSULATOR 4810-13161 • WASHER...
  • Page 36 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.

  • Page 37: Year Limited Warranty

    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.
  • Page 38 (2) ans à compter de la date initiale de livraison d’une unité du modèle PSZ2500. 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...
  • Page 40 KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross, Georgia 30093 © Printed in Japan...

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