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2812-93112 (901) OWNER / OPERATOR MANUAL CHAINSAWS G455AVS IMPORTANT: WARNING Before operating your RedMax product, read this manual carefully and completely. The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Thank you for choosing our RedMax® chain saw. This manual will provide you with full understanding of the necessary instructions for assembly, operation and maintenance of the equipment. Please read it carefully before starting operation. For continued safe and reliable operation, use ONLY original RedMax parts and accessories, Adhere to all notes and warnings.
1. For Safe Operation 1. Never operate a chain saw when you are fatigued, ill, or upset, or under the influence of medication that may make you drowsy, or if you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 2. Use safety footwear, snug fitting clothing and eye, hearing and head protection devices.
16. Operate the chain saw only in well ventilated areas. Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Exhaust fumes contain dangerous carbon monoxide. 17. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless specially trained to do so. 18.
2. Installing Guide Bar and Saw Chain The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use thick protective gloves for safety. 1. Loosen the nuts and remove the chain cover. 2. Install the attached spike to the power unit. 3. Gear the chain to the sprocket and, while fitting the saw chain around the guide bar, mount the guide bar to the power unit, Then adjust the position of chain tensioner nut on the chain...
3. Fuel and Chain oil FUEL 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. RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 32 : OIL 1 Exhaust emission are controlled by the...
4. Operating Engine Starting engine 1. Fill fuel and chain oil tanks respectively, and tighten the caps securely. 2. Tilt the switch lever upward. 3. While holding the throttle lever together with the throttle interlock, push in the side latch and release the throttle lever to hold it at the starting position.
5. While holding the saw unit securely on the ground, pull the starter rope vigorously. Do not start the engine while hanging the chain saw with a hand. The saw chain may touch your body. It's very dangerous. 6. When engine has ignited first, push in the choke knob and pull the starter again to start the engine.
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1. H and L needles are restricted within the number of turn as shown below, because this engine conforms to 1995 California regulations for utility and lawn and garden equipment engines as applicable. H needle: L needle: fixed 2. Start engine and allow it to warm up in low speed for a few minutes.
Chain brake This machine is equipped with an automatic brake to stop saw chain rotation upon occurrence of kickback while in saw cutting operation. The brake is automatically operated by inertial force which acts on the weight fitted inside the front gurd. This brake can also be operated manually with the front guard turned down to the guide bar.
5. Sawing NOTE: • Before proceeding to your job, read “For Safe Operation” section. recommended to first practice sawing easy logs. This also helps you get accustomed to your unit. • It is not necessary to force the saw into the cut.
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1. Decide the felling direction considering the wind, Iean of the tree, location of heavy branches, ease of job after felling, and other factors . 2. While clearing the area around the tree, arrange a good foothold and retreat path. 3.
6. Maintenace Before cleaning, inspecting or repairing your unit, make sure that engine has stopped and is cool. Disconnect the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. A. Maintenance after each use 1. Air filter Dust on the cleaner surface can be removed by tapping a corner of the cleaner against a hard surface.
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B. Periodical service points 1. Cylinder fins Dust clogging between the cylinder fins will cause overheating of the engine. Periodically check and clean the cylinder fins after removing the air cleaner and the cylinder cover. When installing the cylinder cover, make sure that switch wires and grommets are positioned correctly in place.
7. Maintenace of Saw Chain and Guide Bar A. Saw Chain It is very important for smooth and safe operation to keep the cutters always sharp. Your cutters need to be sharpened when: • Sawdust becomes powder-like. • You need extra force to saw in. •...
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After every cutter has been set, check the depth gauge and file it to the proper level as illustrated. Be sure to round off the front edge to reduce the chance of kickback or tie-strap breakage. Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles as shown below.
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Such a bar needs to be corrected or replaced. This saw is equipped with the following low kickback bar/chain combination: Saw Model G455AVS For replacement use only above bars and chains or the following: OREGON BAR 16 inch DOUBLE GUARD™ Pro bar, Mount code #A195.
8. Troubleshooting Guide Case 1. Starting failure: Check fuel for water or incorrect mixture. Check engine for flooding. Remove spark plug and check for correct sparking. Case 2. Lack of power/Poor acceleration/Rough idling: Check fuel for water or incorrect mixture. Check air filter and fuel filter for clogging.
Diaphragm type (Walbro WT) C.D.I. with timing advance function Mechanical plunger pump with adjuster mm (in.) 410 x 235 x 265 (16.1 x 9.3 x 10.4) kg (lbs) G455AVS 45.0 (2. 75) 550 (1.17) 260 (0.55) Champion RCJ-7Y 7T x .325”...
10. 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.
MANUAL. KOMATSU ZENOAH Co. RECOMMENDS THAT YOU RETAIN ALL RECEIPTS COVERING MAINTENANCE ON YOUR LAWN AND GARDEN ENGINE, BUT KOMATSU ZENOAH Co. CAN NOT DENY WARRANTY SOLELY FOR THE LACK OF RECEIPTS OR FOR YOUR FAILURE TO ENSURE THE PERFORMANCE OF ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE.
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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 Printed in Japan...
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