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RedMax BT225 Owner's/Operator's Manual

RedMax BT225 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 000001 and up
LINE TRIMMER
BT225
ENGINE UNIT 200101 and up
WARNING
Before using our products, please
read this manual carefully to
understand the proper use of your
unit.
BT01-00000(201)

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  • Page 1 California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS : DRIVE UNIT 000001 and up LINE TRIMMER BT225 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. WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL WARNING This mark indicates instructions which must be...

  • Page 4: Parts Location

    1. Parts location 2. Specifications BT225 Overall size(LxWxH)························································ 70.0(1780)x14.0(355)x9.5(241) in(mm) Dry weight w/o acc.······························································································· 9.5 lbs (4.75kg) Engine Type······················································································ Air-cooled 2-stroke gasoline Model ······································································································ Zenoah G24LS7 Displacement ······················································································· 1.4cu-in (22.5cm Max. output························································································ 1.08Hp at 8000 rpm Fuel ······················································································· Mixture(Gasoline 50 : Oil 1) Carburetor ···················································································...

  • Page 5: 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 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).

  • Page 6: Symbols On The Machine

    4. Symbols on the machine G24LS IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA PH2 AND 2001 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SI SORE’s COMPLIANCE PERIOD : CATEGORY A: ENGINE FAMILY : 2KZXS.0254CD;EM ENGINE DISPLACEMENT : 22.5cc REFER TO OWNER'S MANUMAL FOR MAINTE- NANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS.

  • 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. 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 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 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...
  • Page 12 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 13: Set Up

    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.
  • Page 14 6. Set up INSTALLING CUTTING HEAD (SE6) 1. While locking the gear shaft by inserting the attached bar into the upper holder and the housing. 2. Rotate the cutting head to engage threads. Hand-tighten it securely.

  • Page 15: 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 16 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.

  • Page 17: Operation

    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.
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19 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.

  • Page 20: Maintenance

    • 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.
  • Page 21 9. Maintenance WIND LINE THIS SIDE UP THIS SIDE UP...
  • Page 22 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). (MA3) • REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A CHAMPION RCJ6Y OR THE EQUIVALENT, SUCH AS BOSCH WSR8E OR NGK BPMR7A.
  • Page 23 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.
  • Page 24 9. Maintenance brushcutter. Note that it is necessary to remove the plug guard shown in Figure 20 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 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 000001 and up LINE TRIMMER BT225 ENGINE UNIT 200101 and up Jan. 2002...
  • Page 28 12. Parts list Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT BT225 (S/N 000001 and up)
  • Page 29 Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT BT225 (S/N 000001 and up) Key# Description 1 PIPE COMP. 2 DRIVE SHAFT 3 HOUSING ASS'Y 4 • CASE 5 • SHAFT 6 • HOLDER 7 • SPRING WASHER, M8 8 • WASHER, M8 9 • BEARING 10 •...
  • Page 30 12. Parts list Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT BT225 (S/N 200101 and up)
  • Page 31 Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT BT225 (S/N 200101 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...
  • 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 à compter de la date de livraison initiale d’une unité. 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...
  • Page 36 KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross, Georgia 30093 © Printed in Japan...

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