RedMax HEZ2500S manual

OWNER / OPERA T OR MANUAL STICK EDGERS T3106-93110(007) HEZ2500S  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 product, please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit. W ARNING DRIVE UNIT 0[...]

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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[...]

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. Air cleaner cover ❲ 4 ❳[...]

2. Specifications ■ HEZ2500S Overall size(LxWxH) ······················································ 71.9(1825)x15.4(390)x21.3(540) in(mm) Dry weight w/o acc. ··································································[...]

❲ 6 ❳ 3. W arning 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. If warning label peel off or become soiled and impossible to read, you should contact the dealer from whic[...]

❲ 7 ❳ For safe operation and maintenance, symbols are carved in relief on the machine. According to these indications, please be careful not to take a mistake. (a) The port to refuel the "MIX GASOLINE" Position: FUEL TANK CAP (b) The direction to close the choke Position: AIR CLEANER COVER (c) The direction to open the choke Position:[...]

❲ 8 ❳ 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 th[...]

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. ■ WO[...]

❲ 10 ❳ ■ 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. When work is to be performed simultaneously by two or more [...]

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. If it continues to rotate even after the throttle has been moved fully back, turn off the engine and take the unit[...]

❲ 12 ❳ • IF SOMEONE COMES 1. Guard against hazardous situations at all times. Warn adults to keep pets and children away from the area. Be careful if you are approached. Injury may result from flying debris. 2. If someone calls out or otherwise interrupts you while working, always be sure to turn off the engine before turning around. ■ MAIN[...]

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 is a boiler, stove, wood fire, electrical sparks, welding sparks, or any other source of heat or fire which might ig[...]

❲ 14 ❳ SE4 ■ 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. Wh[...]

6. Set up SE5 SE6 SE7 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. (SE5) (1) Blade mounting bolt (Left-h[...]

❲ 16 ❳ • Gasoline is very flammable. Avoid smoking or bringing any flame or sparks near fuel. Make sure to stop the engine and allow it cool before refueling the unit. Select outdoor bare ground for fueling and move at least 3m(10ft) away from the fueling point before starting the engine. • The RedMax engines are lubricated by oil specially[...]

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 . Put fuel into the fuel tank to 80% of the full capacity. 3. Fasten the fuel cap securely and wipe up any fuel spillag[...]

❲ 18 ❳ 8. Operation OP3 OP1 OP2 (1) (2) (3) OP4 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 • Loosen the handle bracket screws and[...]

8. Operation ❲ 19 ❳ rope quickly until engine fires. (OP6) (1) choke lever (2) close (3) open (4) ignition switch (5) start (6) stop (7) throttle set button • Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning it by releasing the knob. Such actions can cause starter failures. 6 . Move the choke lever downward to open the choke. And restart engine[...]

❲ 20 ❳ 8. Operation ■ ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED (OP8) 1. When the engine tends stop frequently at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw clockwise. 2 . When the cutting head keeps rotating after releasing the trigger, turn the adjusting screw counter-clockwise. (1) idle adjusting screw • Warm up the engine before adjusting the idling speed. ■[...]

9. Maintenance ❲ 21 ❳ ■ BE SURE TO CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE USING YOUR STICK EDGER Item to be checked Response 1 Edging mechanism • See if attachment is loose • Tighten screws and bolts • Check if edges of blades are dull • Sharpen or replace blades 2 Throttle • Stiff and difficult to move • Repair or replace 3 Throttle wire •[...]

❲ 22 ❳ • Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to the machine. Contact with moving cutting head or hot muffler may result in a personal injury. ■ AIR FILTER • The air filter, if clogged, will reduce the engine performance. Check and clean the filter element in warm, soapy water as required. Dry co[...]

(1) (2) MA5 ■ MUFFLER • Inspect periodically, the muffler for loose fasteners, any damage or corrosion. If any sign of exhaust leakage is found, stop using the machine and have it repaired immediately. • Note that failing to do so may result in the engine catching on fire. ■ SPARK ARRESTER • The muffler is equipped with a spark arrester t[...]

❲ 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. • 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 failu[...]

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. ❲ 25 ❳[...]

❲ 26 ❳ 1 1. T roubleshooting guide Case 1. Starting failure CHECK PROBABLE CAUSES ACTION fuel tank ➞ incorrect fuel ➞ drain it and with correct fuel fuel filter ➞ fuel filter is clogged ➞ clean carburetor adjustment screw ➞ out of normal range ➞ adjust to normal range sparking (no spark) ➞ spark plug is fouled/wet ➞ clean/dry ?[...]

12. 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 name and th[...]

12. Parts list ❲ 28 ❳ Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 000000 and up)[...]

Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 000000 and up) Key# Description Part Number Q'ty 1 PIPE-COMP T3052-12100 1 2 SHAFT 3520-12212 1 3 GEARCASE-ASS’Y 6367-13000 1 4 • GEARCASE 6367-13110 1 5 • O-RING 6367-13150 1 6 • BEARING 06000-06201 1 7 • SEAL 3180-13141 1 8 • RING 04065-03212 1 9 • SHAFT 3541-13212 1 10 • GEAR 6367-13130 1 11 ?[...]

Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 015257 and up) ❲ 30 ❳ 12. Parts list[...]

Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HEZ2500S (S/N 015257 and up) ❲ 31 ❳ Key# Description Part Number Q'ty 1 CYLINDER 4810-12111 1 2 GASKET, base 4810-12210 1 3 BOLT 1850-12130 2 4 INSULATOR 4810-13162 1 5 GASKET, insulator 4810-13120 1 6 GASKET, carburetor 4810-13130 1 7 SCREW 0263-90520 1 8 REEDVALVE (S)-A 4810-16100 1 9 • VALVECASE (S) 4810-16110 1 10 ?[...]

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. KOMATSU ZENOAH must warrant the emission control system on[...]

KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross, Georgia 30093  EMISSION-RELATED PARTS, FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY OF THE MODEL HEZ2500S UNIT, KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. (THE COMPANY), THROUGH ANY RedMax DEALER, WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE, FREE OF CHARGE, FOR THE ORIGINAL AND EACH SUBSEQUENT PURCHASER,[...]

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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KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. 4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500 Norcross, Georgia 30093  © Printed in Japan[...]