RedMax HEZ2500S Owner's/Operator's Manual
RedMax HEZ2500S Owner's/Operator's Manual

RedMax HEZ2500S Owner's/Operator's Manual

Stick edgers

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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
STICK EDGERS
HEZ2500S
ENGINE UNIT 015257 and up
WARNING
Before using our product, please
read this manual carefully to
understand the proper use of your
unit.
T3106-93110(007)

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  • Page 1 California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS : DRIVE UNIT 000000 and up STICK EDGERS HEZ2500S Before using our product, 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. WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL WARNING This mark indicates instructions which must be...
  • Page 4: Parts Location

    1. Parts location 1. J-shape handle 2. Ignition switch 3. Throttle cable 4. Throttle lever 5. Throttle set button 6. Blade guard 7. Blade 8. Wheel 9. Spark arrester 10. Starter knob 11. Fuel tank 12. Primer pump 13. Choke lever 14.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    2. Specifications HEZ2500S Overall size(LxWxH)······················································ 71.9(1825)x15.4(390)x21.3(540) in(mm) Dry weight w/o acc. ·························································································· 16.2 (7.33) lbs(kg) 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 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).
  • Page 7: Symbols On The Machine

    4. Symbols on the machine IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH1 AND 2000 AND LATER CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULA- TIONS FOR SMALL OFF-ROAD ENGINES WITH AN EMISSION DURABILITY PERIOD OF 300 HOURS. ENGINE FAMILY : XKZXS.0254QR ENGINE DISPLACEMENT : 25.4cc REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR MAINTE- NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.
  • Page 8: 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 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 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 cutting attachment stops rotating when the throttle is moved fully back to its original position.
  • Page 12 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 13 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 14: 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 15 6. Set up 3.Place the blade between the cutter holders (A) and (B) while locking the gear shaft by putting the bar, one of the tools provided, through the key holes on the holder(A) and the gearcase. Use the socket and the screwdriver as shown in the picture below to tighten the blade mounting bolt.
  • Page 16: Fuel

    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 17 7. Fuel 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 18: Operation

    8. Operation The RedMax stick edger Model HEZ2500S is 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 HANDLE POSITION •...
  • Page 19 8. Operation .04 in (1~2mm) rope quickly until engine fires. (OP6) (1) choke lever (2) close (3) open (4) ignition switch (5) start (6) stop (7) throttle set button IMPORTANT • Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning it by releasing the knob.
  • Page 20 3 When starting to edge, run the engine at full throttle, and slowly have the blade cut into the edge groove. NOTE • Do not use the HEZ2500S to make a new groove into the ground. Such usage will not be covered by RedMax Warranty.
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    • 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.
  • Page 22 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 IS A NGK CMR7A. IMPORTANT •...
  • Page 23 Failing to do so could cause the muffler to become overheated, and that this in turn could cause the engine to catch on fire.
  • Page 24 9. Maintenance edger. Note that it is necessary to remove the engine cover shown in (MA5) 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...
  • Page 25: 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 26: Troubleshooting Guide

    (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...
  • Page 27: Parts List

    (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 000000 and up STICK EDGERS HEZ2500S ENGINE UNIT 015257 and up June. 2000...
  • Page 28 12. Parts list Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 000000 and up)
  • Page 29 Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 000000 and up) Key# Description PIPE-COMP SHAFT GEARCASE-ASS’Y • GEARCASE • O-RING • BEARING • SEAL • RING • SHAFT • GEAR • PINION • BEARING • BEARING • RING • RING • BOLT • WASHER •...
  • Page 30 12. Parts list Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 015257 and up)
  • Page 31 Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 015257 and up) Key# Description CYLINDER GASKET, base BOLT INSULATOR GASKET, insulator GASKET, carburetor SCREW REEDVALVE (S)-A • VALVECASE (S) • REEDVALVE • STOPPER • SCREW PIRE AIR (S) REEDVALVE (F)-A • VALVECASE (F) • REEDVALVE •...
  • Page 32 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 33 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 34 (2) ans à compter de la date initiale de livraison d’une unité du modèle HEZ2500S. 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 36 KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross, Georgia 30093 © Printed in Japan...

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