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California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS : DRIVE UNIT 200001 and up STICK EDGERS HE225F HEZ2500F Before using our product, 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. ■...
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 machine. 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).
4. Symbols on the machine [ HE225F ] IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2005 U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES. COMPLIANCE PERIOD : CATEGORY A ENGINE FAMILY : 5KZXS.0254CD ; EM ENGINE DISPLACEMENT : REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTE- NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
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 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.
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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 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.
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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...
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5. For safe operation 12 ■ 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...
6. Set up [HE225F] [HEZ2500F] ■ 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...
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 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.
8. Operation 16 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.
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8. Operation .04 in (1~2mm) IMPORTANT • 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.
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• Before edging, make sure the area is soft enough so the blade does not bog down. • Do not move the edger into the work so fast that the engine or blade bogs down. • Do not operate using starting throttle lock. It may cause unit uncontrolled, and clutch failure.
• Never alter the stick edger 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 stick edger.
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• Starting failure and mis-firing are often caused by a fouled spark plug. 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. (MA3) • REPLACEMENT PLUG: HE225F: Champion RCJ6Y...
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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, stop using the machine and have it repaired immediately. • Note that failing to do so may result in the engine catching on fire.
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Note that it is necessary to remove the engine cover shown in (MA8) in order to be able to view the upper part of the cylinder.
(exhaust port) ➞ carbon is built-up air cleaner cylinder fin, fan cover When your unit seems to need further service, please consult with our RedMax service shop in your area. 24 PROBABLE CAUSES ➞ incorrect fuel ➞...
It is also possible that some parts may be available even after the limit of seven (7) years.] APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS : DRIVE UNIT 200001 and up STICK EDGERS HE225F HEZ2500F (HE225F) ENGINE UNIT (HEZ2500F) 50100000 and up Nov. 2003 50100000 and up 25 ...
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12. Parts list Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT (S/N 200001 and up) 26 ...
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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Telles sont les limites de la garantie. Le coût du transport de l'unité jusqu'au revendeur RedMax et depuis celui-ci sera à la charge de l'acheteur. L'acheteur ne supportera pas le coût de main d'oeuvre du diagnostic qui amène à la conclusion qu'une pièce garantie est défectueuse, si ce diagnostic est effectué...
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