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6782-13000(906) OWNER / OPERATOR MANUAL LONG REACH TRIMMER LRT2300 Thank you for purchasing a RedMax WARNING product. Before using our trimmer, please read The engine exhaust from this product this manual carefully to understand the contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth proper use of your unit.
Read this manual carefully to understand all safety precautions, controls, proper operation and maintenance of your RedMax long reach trimmer. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Instructions contained in warnings within this manual and warning seals marked...
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This machine is equipped with an Overload Cancellation Mechanism. When the cutting blades have got into metal wires or those twigs difficult to cut, the mechanism acts as a shock absorber, and protects the drive gears and the blades from severe reaction which could give damage to those parts.
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Warnings considering handling of fuel • The engine of the RedMax® trimmer is designed to run on a mixed fuel which contains highly flammable gasoline. This fuel is highly flammable and you should...
15 feet or less around the trimmer before starting the engine. • The RedMax trimmer is equipped with a centrifugal clutch mechanism which causes the cutting blades to begin to rotate as soon as the engine is started by putting the throttle into the start position.
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• When replacing blades or any other parts or when replacing the oil or any lubricants, always be sure to use only RedMax products or products which have been certified by RedMax for use with the RedMax trimmer.
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2. If the warning labels provided with your trimmer become soiled, peel off, or otherwise become illegible or difficult to read, order new labels from the RedMax authorized servicing dealer where you purchased your trimmer and replace the damaged labels with new labels.
Specifications MODEL LRT2300 Overall size ( L x W x H ) Dry Weight w/o shoulder strap Engine Transmission Reduction ratio Cutting head Standard Accessories 92.9 x 9.6 x 8.7 in 13.2 lbs Type Air cooled 2-stroke gasoline engine Model...
1. Connect the terminal ends of the two cords on the side of the engine to the terminal ends of the two cords on the side of the trimmer. Note that no distinction is made between positive and negative nodes, and that the cords may be connected in any combination.
FUEL MIX • The engine is lubricated by oil mixed into gasoline. Prepare a mixture of unleaded, alcohol-free gasoline and RedMax oil or an anti-oxidant added quality oil expressly labeled for air-cooled 2-cycle engine use. Recommended mixing ratio is 32 : 1.
Operation STARTING ENGINE IMPORTANT 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.
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For this reason, you should always be careful to follow the following instructions when using your trimmer. • Never hold the trimmer in a way in which the blades are pointed towards someone else. • Never allow the blades to come into proximity with your body while the engine of the trimmer is in operation.
• Never alter the trimmer or take the engine apart. • When replacing parts, always be sure to use only ZENOAH products or products which have been certified by ZENOAH for use with the RedMax trimmer. • Things to check before using trimmer Be sure to check the following before using your trimmer.
If the blades become so worn down that it is no longer possible to eliminate the gap between them, you should contact the authorized RedMax servicing dealer from which you purchased your RedMax® trimmer to have the blades resharpened or replaced.
Maintenance WARNING • Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the trimmer. Contact with moving cutting head or hot muffler may result in a personal injury. AIR CLEANER • C h e c k the air cleaner every 25 hours of use or more frequently if used under dusty conditions.
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25 hours of use for blockage, and remove any waste which has attached itself to the trimmer. 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.
• Inspect periodically, the muffler for loose fasteners, any damage or corrosion. If any sign of exhaust leakage is found, do not use the trimmer and have it repaired immediately. • Note that failing to do so may result in the engine catching on fire.
CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS THE CALIFORNIA AIR RESOURCES BOARD AND KOMATSU ZENOAH Co. ARE PLEASED TO EXPLAIN THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY ON YOUR 1995 AND LATER LAWN AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT ENGINE. IN CALIFORNIA, NEW UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT ENGINES MUST BE DESIGNED, BUILT AND EQUIPPED TO MEET THE STATE'S STRINGENT ANTI-SMOG STANDARDS.
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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 ZENOAH AMERICA WITHIN SEVEN (7) DAYS. BE SURE TO KEEP A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS.
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KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 1505 Pavilion Place Suite A Norcross, Georgia 30093...
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