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RedMax Sweeper RMSZ2500 Owner's/Operator's Manual

RedMax Sweeper RMSZ2500 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 900101 and up
SWEEPER
RMSZ2500
SWEEPER UNIT 000000 and up
WARNING
Before using our products, please
read this manual carefully to
understand the proper use of your
unit.
ENGINE UNIT 50100000 and up
RMS9-99102 (501)

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  • Page 1 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 900101 and up SWEEPER RMSZ2500 Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    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. ■...

  • Page 4: Parts Location

    1. Parts location 4  1. Loop Handle 2. Shoulder Strap Hanger 3. Ignition Switch 4. Throttle Cable 5. Throttle Lever 6. Throttle set Button 7. Drive shaft Housing 8. Drum Ass’y 9. Sweeper Belt 10. Spark Arrester 11. Starter Knob 12.

  • Page 5: Specifications

    ■ RMSZ2500 Overall Size(LxWxH) ························································ 70.5(1790)x27(686)x12.2(310) in(mm) Dry Weight ·········································································································· 19.8 lbs (8.91kg) Engine Type ····················································································· Air-cooled 2-stroke Gasoline Model········································································································ Zenoah GZ25N Displacement ······················································································· 1.6cu-in (25.4cm Max. Output ·································································· 1.2Hp (0.9kW)at 7500/min Idle Speed ·························································································3000±200/min Fuel ······················································································ Mixture (Gasoline 50 : Oil 1) Carburetor ··················································································...

  • Page 6: Warning Labels On The Machine

    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 unit 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...

  • Page 7: Symbols On The Machine

    4. Symbols on the machine IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 2005 U.S. EPA REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NONROAD ENGINES. COMPLIANCE PERIOD : CATEGORY A ENGINE FAMILY : 5KZXS.0254QR ; EM ENGINE DISPLACEMENT : REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTE- NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.

  • Page 8: For Safe Operation

    5. For safe operation 8  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 9 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 10 5. For safe operation 10  ■ 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.
  • Page 11 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 Drum Ass’y stops rotating when the throttle is moved fully back to its original position.
  • Page 12 5. For safe operation 12  • IF SOMEONE COMES 1. Guard against hazardous situations at all times. Warn adults to keep pets and children away from the area. Be careful if you are approached. Injury may result from flying debris. 2.
  • Page 13 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.

  • Page 14: Set Up

    6. Set up 14  ■ 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 15 6. Set up ■ SWEEPER ASSEMBLY (SE4) 1. Push one of the drum axles onto either of the two gearcase output shafts. If necessary, rotate the drum axle until the clevis pin hole in the axle aligns with the matching hole in the gearcase output shaft.

  • Page 16: Fuel

    7. Fuel WARNING • 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 3m (10ft) away from the fueling point before starting the engine.
  • Page 17 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.

  • Page 18: Operation

    8. Operation 18  ■ STARTING ENGINE WARNING 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.
  • Page 19 8. Operation .04 in (1~2mm) ■ STOPPING ENGINE (OP3) 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.
  • Page 20 8. Operation 20  • The RedMax Sweeper works best when its rubber fins can quickly slide or "skim" over the surface being swept. • New or replacement sweeper belts tend to grip or drag on hard surfaces, and should be thoroughly broken in or "scuffed"...
  • Page 21 8. Operation OP10 OP11 • For long-term inverted operation, loosen the adjustment knob to reverse the handle. (OP10) (1) Adjustment Knob WARNING Reversing the RedMax Sweeper will cause debris to be thrown back toward the operator. When reversing the RedMax Sweeper, use lower throttle settings and beware that thrown debris may also affect your footing! ■...
  • Page 22 8. Operation 22  a load! • Doing so could damage the engine. Avoid low rpm operation • Continuous low-rpm operation can lead to premature clutch failure. ■ GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Work Safely The operator or bystanders can be injured if the RedMax Sweeper is misused or abused.

  • Page 23: Maintenance

    9. Maintenance Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual. ■ MAINTENANCE CHART system/compornent fuel leaks, fuel spillage fuel tank, air filter, fuel filter inspect/clean idle adjusting screw spark plug cylinder fins, intake air cooling vent...
  • Page 24 9. Maintenance 24  1. Remove the drum and axle assemblies (see page 13), and then remove the four end cap bolts and the end cap (the gearcase need not be removed from the RedMax Sweeper). 2. Allow all used gearcase oil to drain into a small container.
  • Page 25 9. Maintenance .025 in 0.655mm WARNING • Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the machine. Contact with moving cutting head or hot muffler may result in a personal injury. ■ AIR FILTER •...
  • Page 26 9. Maintenance 26  ■ 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.
  • Page 27 9. Maintenance waste which has attached itself to the sweeper. Note that it is necessary to remove the engine cover shown in (MA6) in order to be able to view the upper part of the cylinder. IMPORTANT • If waste gets stuck and causes blockage around the intake air cooling vent or between the cylinder fins, it may cause the engine to overheat, and that in turn may cause mechanical...

  • Page 28: Storage

    10. Storage 11. Troubleshooting guide Case 1. Starting failure CHECK fuel tank fuel filter carburetor adjustment screw ➞ sparking (no spark) spark plug Case 2. Engine starts but does not keep running/Hard re-starting. CHECK fuel tank carburetor adjustment screw muffler,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.

  • Page 29: Parts List

    12. Parts list 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 30 12. Parts list Fig.1 SHAFT GROUP (S/N 900101 and up) Fig.2 SWEEPER GROUP (S/N 000000 and up) Fig.3 ACCESSORY GROUP (S/N 000000 and up) 30  RMSZ2500...
  • Page 31 Fig.1 SHAFT GROUP (S/N 900101 and up) Key# Description PIPE COMP. SHAFT GRIP LEVER COMP. • CORD (A) • CORD (B) • TUBE • CABLE PLATE-NAME PLATE Fig.2 SWEEPER GROUP (S/N 000000 and up) Key# Description 1 Gear Case 2 • Bolt M6x30 3 •...
  • Page 32 12. Parts list Fig.4 ENGINE UNIT RMSZ2500 (S/N 50100000 and up) 32 ...
  • Page 33 Fig.4 ENGINE UNIT RMSZ2500 (S/N 50100000 and up) Key# Description CYLINDER GASKET, base BOLT INSULATOR GASKET, insulator GASKET, carburetor SCREW REEDVALVE (S) ASSY • VALVECASE (S) • REEDVALVE • STOPPER • SCREW PIRE AIR (S) REEDVALVE (F) ASSY • VALVECASE (F) •...

  • Page 34: Limited Warranty

    EMISSION-RELATED PARTS, FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY OF THE UNIT, KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. (THE COMPANY), THROUGH ANY RedMax DEALER, WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE, FREE OF CHARGE, FOR THE ORIGINAL AND EACH SUBSEQUENT PURCHASER, ANY PART OR PARTS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP.
  • Page 35 ZENOAH AMERICA INC. au (770)-381-5147 Note importante: vous recevrez une carte d'enregistrement de garantie au moment de l'achat. Veuillez la remplir et l'adresser à RedMax / KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA sous sept (7) jours en prenant soin de conserver une copie pour vous.
  • Page 36 KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross, Georgia 30093 © Printed in Japan...

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