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    OWNER / OPERA T OR MANUAL CHAINSA WS 848-C3A-93A0 (410) The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. W ARNING Before using our products, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit. W ARNING APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBER[...]

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    SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked with a symbol concern 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 This mark indicates i[...]

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    2. Specifications ■ G3200 / G3200EZ Power unit : Displacement ···················································································· 2.00(31.8) cu-in(cm 3 ) Fuel ············································[...]

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    3. Symbols on the machine  5  Made in Japan RedMax IMPORT ANT ENGINE INFORMA TION THIS ENGINE CONFORMS T O US EP A PH1 FOR SMALL OFF-RO AD ENGINES. ENGINE F AMIL Y : 4KZXS. 0324RS:EM ENGINE DISPLACEMENT : 32cc REFER T O OWNER'S MANUMAL FOR MAINTE- NANCE SPECIFICA TIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS. MANUF ACTURED : INFORMA TION IMPORT ANTE CONCERNANT [...]

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     6  4. 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. 3. Select flat and bare ground for fuelin[...]

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     7  4. For safe operation 17. 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. 18. Do not operate a chain saw in a tree unless specially trained to do so. 19. Guard against kickback. Kickback is the upward motion of the guide b[...]

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    A standard saw unit package contains the items as illustrated. (1) Power unit (2) Bar protector (3) Guide bar (4) Saw chain (5) Plug wrench Open the box and install the guide bar and the saw chain on the power unit as follows: The saw chain has very sharp edges. Use thick protective gloves for safety. [G3200] 1. Pull the guard towards the front han[...]

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    5. Installing guide bar and saw chain  9  A new chain will expand its length in the beginning of use. Check and readjust the tension frequently as a loose chain can easily derail or cause rapid wear of itseif and the guide bar. [G3200EZ] 1. Pull the guard towards the front handle to check that the chain brake is not engageg. 2. Loosen the nut[...]

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    5. Installing guide bar and saw chain  10  While temporary tightening, you may hear the “click” sound. But do not stop tightening at that time. This sound does not mean that the saw chain and guide bar were assembled. 5. While holding the chain cover, temporary tighten the nut assembly and fix the bar and chain cover. (You can fix them ev[...]

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    6. Fuel and Chain oil  11  ■ RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 50:OIL 1 • Exhaust emission are controlled by the fundamental engine parameters and components(eq., carburation, ignition timing and port timing) without addition of any major hardware or the introduction of an inert material during combustion. • These engines are certified [...]

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     12  6. Fuel and Chain oil ■ CHAIN OIL Use motor oil SAE 10W-30 all year round, or SAE 30-40 in summer and SAE 20 in winter. Do not use waste or regenerated oil that can cause damage to the oil pump. NOTE again for at least one minute. As some oils may be difficult to agitate depending on oil ingredients, sufficient agitation is necessary f[...]

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    It is very dangerous to run a chainsaw that mounts broken parts or lacks any parts. Before starting engine, make sure that all the parts including bar and chain are installed properly. ■ STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Fill fuel and chain oil tanks respectively, and tighten the caps securely. (1) Fuel (2) Chain oil 2. Set the switch to “I” position. ([...]

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     14  6. When engine has ignited, pull the throttle slightly to return the choke knob to the original position. If the engine stops, pull the starter again without pulling out the choke knob. 7. Allow the engine to warm up with the throttle lever pulled slightly. Keep clear of the saw chain as it will start rotatIng upon starting of engine. ?[...]

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    1. H and L needles are restricted within the number of turn as shown below. H needle –1/4 L needle –1/4 2. Start engine and allow it to warm up in low speed for a few minutes. 3. Turn idle adjusting screw (T) counter-clockwise so that saw chain does not turn. If idling speed is too slow, turn the screw clockwise. 4. Make a test cut adjust the H[...]

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     16  7. Operation When the brake engages during operation, immediately release the throttle lever to stop the engine. ■ STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Release the throttle lever to allow the engine to idle for a few minutes. 2. Set the switch to the “O” (STOP) position. (1) Switch ■ CARBURETOR ANTI-FREEZE MECHANISM Operating chain saws in tem[...]

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    • Before proceeding to your job, read "For Safe Operation" section It is recommended to first practice sawing easy logs. This also helps you get accustomed to your unit. •A lways follow the safety regulations. The chain saw must only be used for cutting wood. It is forbidden to cut other types of material. Vibrations and kickback vary[...]

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     18  ■ FELLING A TREE (F8-2) 1. Decide the felling direction considering the wind, lean 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. Make a notch cut one-third of the way into the tree on the felling side. 4. Mak[...]

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    A Log lying on the ground (F8-3) Saw down halfway, then roll the log over and cut from the opposite side. A Log hanging off the ground (F8-4) In area A, saw up from the bottom one-third and finish by sawing down from the top. In area B, saw down from the top one-third and finish by sawing up from the bottom. Cutting Limb of Fallen Tree (F8-5) First[...]

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     20  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. Before cleaning, the inspecting or repairing the unit, make sure that engine has stopped and is cool. Disconnect the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. ■ MAINT[...]

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    9. Maintenance 4. Remove the cleaner element by unfastening the hooks. Split the element into halves and wash in neutral detergent and warm water. After cleaning, dry the element completely. Exchange the element with new one in case it has been contaminated. When reinstalling the element to the unit, fit the hook A and the hole, and then inset the [...]

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     22  Be sure to block the air intake hole. 2. Spark arrester The muffler is equipped with a spark arrester to prevent red hot carbon from flying out of the exhaust outlet. Periodically check and clean as necessary with a wire brush after removing two muffler cover nuts and one screw. (1) Spark arrester Never use a muffler if the spark arreste[...]

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    ■ SAW CHAIN I t 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. • The cut way does not go straight. • Vibration increases. • Fuel consumption increases. Cutter setting standards: Be sure to wear safe[...]

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     24  10. Maintenance of Saw Chain and Guide Bar Make sure every cutter has the same length and edge angles as illustrated. (F10-3) (4) Cutter length (5) Filing angle (6) Side plate angle (7) Top plate cutting angle ■ GUIDE BAR • Reverse the bar occasionally to prevent partial wear. • The bar rail should always be a square. Check for wea[...]

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    11 . T roubleshooting Guide Case 1. Starting failure: Make sure the icing prevention system is not working. Case 2. Lack of power/Poor acceleration/Rough idling Case 3. Oil does not come out Check fuel for water or substandard mixture. Check for engine flooding. Check the spark. Check fuel for water or substandard mixture. Check air filter and fuel[...]

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     26  1. Empty the fuel tank and run the engine out of fuel. 2. Empty the oil tank. 3. Clean the entire unit. 4. Store the unit in a dry place out of the reach of children. 12. Storage[...]

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     27  13. 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. 3. When placing parts orders for repair and/or replacement, check if the model [...]

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     28  G3200 13. Parts list Fig.1 POWER UNIT (S/N 404766 and up)[...]

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     29  G3200 Fig.1 POWER UNIT (S/N 404766 and up) Key# PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Q'TY /UNIT NOTE 1 848-C30-12A1 CYLINDER 1 2 T2200-14210 GASKET, cyl 1 3 848-C30-2101 CASE ASSY 1 4 2629-21130 • PIN 3 5 06030-06201 • BEARING 2 6 04065-03212 • SNAPRING ø32 1 7 2169-21210 • SEAL 1 8 848-8AC-3210 • SEAL 1 9 2616-21230 • STUD 1 10 848[...]

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    G3200 13. Parts list Fig.2 POWER UNIT (S/N 404766 and up)  30 [...]

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    G3200 Fig.2 POWER UNIT (S/N 404766 and up)  31  Key# PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Q'TY /UNIT NOTE 1 848-C30-82H3 ROD 1 2 848-C30-82G2 GROMMET 1 3 848-C30-25A2 CASE 1 4 848-815-1400 SCREW M5xL14 T27 4 5 848-825-1911 SCREW TP5(P-tight)xL19 T27 1 6 848-C30-25C2 KNOB 1 7 848-C30-25D0 CLIP 1 8 T2200-21230 BOLT 1 9 848-C30-6612 PLATE 1 10 848-C30-6[...]

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     32  G3200EZ 13. Parts list Fig.3 POWER UNIT (S/N 400001 and up)[...]

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     33  G3200EZ Fig.3 POWER UNIT (S/N 400001 and up) Key# PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Q'TY /UNIT NOTE 1 848-C30-12A1 CYLINDER 1 2 T2200-14210 GASKET, cyl 1 3 848-C30-2101 CASE ASSY 1 4 2629-21130 • PIN 3 5 06030-06201 • BEARING 2 6 04065-03212 • SNAPRING ø32 1 7 2169-21210 • SEAL 1 8 848-8AC-3210 • SEAL 1 9 2616-21230 • STUD 1 10 8[...]

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     34  G3200EZ 13. Parts list Fig.4 POWER UNIT (S/N 400001 and up)[...]

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     35  G3200EZ Fig.4 POWER UNIT (S/N 400001 and up) Key# PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Q'TY /UNIT NOTE 1 848-C30-82H3 ROD 1 2 848-C30-82G2 GROMMET 1 3 848-C30-25A2 CASE 1 4 848-815-1400 SCREW M5xL14 T27 4 5 848-825-1911 SCREW TP5(P-tight)xL19 T27 1 6 848-C30-25C2 KNOB 1 7 848-C30-25D0 CLIP 1 8 T2200-21230 BOLT 1 9 848-C30-6612 PLATE 1 10 848-C30[...]

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    Key# PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Q'TY /UNIT NOTE 19 3310-81341 • VALVE 1 20 2880-81470 • SCREW 3 21 2670-81410 • SPRING 1 22 848-C3A-81T0 • SHAFT 1 23 2630-81330 • SCREW 1 24 3350-81380 • SPRING 1 25 2670-81440 • LEVER 1 26 2850-81190 • SCREW 1 27 2841-81450 • VALVE 1 28 T2002-81350 • SPRING 1 29 848-C30-81E0 • SHAFT 1 30 285[...]

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     37  G3200/G3200EZ Key# PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION Q'TY /UNIT NOTE 1 848-CB1-2020 BAR CV30 1/4 1 2 3310-52210-50 CHAIN OREGON 25AP-J68E 1 3 3617-97110 PROTECTOR 300~350mm 1 (OP) 4 3320-91140 WRENCH 1 5 848-C3A-93A0 OWNER'S MANUAL 1 6 848-C30-0610 GASKET KIT 1 (OP) 7 T3195-91110 BAG 1 8 2670-91150 DRIVER 1 9 2670-96220 STOPPER (for pist[...]

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    EMISSION-RELATED PARTS, FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY, 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. EMISSION-RELATED PARTS ARE: THE CARBURETOR[...]

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    Pièces en rapport avec les émissions de gaz d'échappement : KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC., par l'intermédiaire de n'importe quel revendeur RedMax, réparera gratuitement ou remplacera gratuitement pour l'acheteur initial et chaque acheteur successif toute(s) pièce(s) se révélant de constitution et/ou de montage défectueux [...]

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    KOMA TSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross, Georgia 30093[...]