RedMax BT280 User's Manual
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1. ENGINE UNIT 2010 001N00001 and up MOTEUR 2010 001N00001 et au dela UNIDAD DE MOTEUR 2010 001N00001 y superior 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 BRW CONTENTS Contents CONTENTS GOONS ei ee se dare garde inion aie 2 Note the following before starting 2 KEY TO SYMBOLS SyMbolS keira tia aid 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment 4 Machine s safety equipment 4 Cutting equipment 5 Checking maintaining and servicing the machine s safety equipment 5 General safety precautions 7 Stating asin a 8 Fuel Safety gt 2 iii ali 8 Transporting and storage 8 General working instructions 8 Basic safety rules 8 Basic working techniques 9 WHAT IS WHAT What is what o o o oo o 11 ASSEMBLY Fitting the loop handle 12 Fitting the trimmer guard and trimmer head 0005 12 FUEL HANDLING BUC get ition dined EEE 13 FUGIING Ge 2 soir Sea Sok ye overs 14 STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting 15 Starting and stopping 15 MAINTENANCE Carburetor 00 000 16 Muffler ands Es 17 Spark plug ci cc eceene earns ns 17 O sania notir iene hena 18 Maintenance schedule 18 Trimmer head line loading instructions 19 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data 20 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 212. hena OWNER OPERATOR MANUAL MANUEL D INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES GRASS TRIMMER COUPE HERBE The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Les chappements du moteur de ce produit contiennent des produits chimiques connus par l Etat de Californie comme tant responsables de cancers d anomalies cong nitales et d autres atteintes l appareil reproducteur Los gases de escape del motor de este producto contienen sustancias qu micas conocidas por el Estado de California como causantes de c ncer malformaciones en reci n nacidos y otros problemas de reproducci n Before using our products please read this manual carefully to understand the proper use of your unit Avant d utiliser cette ce produit veuillez lire attentivement ce manuel afin de bien comprendre le bon fonctionnement de cet appareil Antes de usar nuestros productos lea detenidam ente este manual a fin de familiarizarse con el uso correcto de este aparato This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES 002 Ce syst me d allumage est conforme la norme NMB 002 du Canada Este sistema de la ignici n se conforma con los requisitos del est ndar Canadiense ICES 002 APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS NUMEROS DE SERIE APPLICABLES N MEROS DE SERIE APLICABLES
3. 4 Switch off the engine before moving to S Ni Abe then another area 3 PA a 5 Never put the machine down with the engine running or while the cutting attachment is The trimmer line wears quicker and must rotating be fed forward more often when working Basic working techniques against stones brick concrete metal e Always slow the engine to idle speed after fences etc than when coming into con each working operation Long periods at tact with trees and wooden fences full throttle without any load on the engine g can lead to serious engine damage Cutting It is recommended that the engine not be operated for longer than 1 minute at full throttle with no load A A z e The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that Grass trimming using a trimmer head is difficult to reach using a normal lawn Trimming mower Keep the trimmer line parallel to the ground when cutting Avoid pressing the trimmer head against the ground as this can ruin the lawn and damage the tool e Hold the trimmer head just above the ground at an angle It is the end of the trim mer line that does the work Let the trim mer line work at its own pace Never press y the trimmer line into the area to be cut WAS mba ad PY a DEE Do not allow the trimmer head to con stantly come into contact with the ground during normal cutting Constant contact of this type can cause damage and wear TAN ALANA a to the trimmer head The trimmer line can easily remove g
4. To ensure that it continues to run at peak performance and to minimize harmful exhaust emissions after the run in period ask your servicing dealer to adjust your car buretor A WARNING The complete clutch clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise parts could come loose and cause personal injury Function The carburetor governs the engine s speed via the throttle control Air and fuel are mixed in the carburetor The T screw regulates the throttle setting at idle speed If the T screw is turned clockwise this gives a higher idle speed turning it counterclockwise gives a lower idle speed Basic setting The basic carburetor settings are ad justed during testing at the factory Fine adjustment should be carried out by a skilled technician 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 A WARNING The cutting attach ment may be spinning during carbu retor adjustments Wear your protec tive equipment and observe all safe ty instructions Be sure the cutting attachment stops turning when the engine idles When the unit is turned off make sure the cutting attach ments has stopped before the unit is set down CAUTION If the cutting attachment rotates when the engine is idling the idle adjustment screw T should be turned counterclockwise until the cutting attachment stops Rec idle speed See Technical data section Recommended max speed See Technical data s
5. Use of alternative fuels will cause major engine performance and durability problems such as improper clutch engagements overheating vapor lock power loss lubrication deficiency de terioration of fuel lines gaskets and internal carburetor components etc Alternative fuels cause high moisture absorption into the fuel oil mixture leading to oil and fuel separation Oil requirements Use only RedMax Max Life synthetic blend premium air cooled 2 stroke en gine oil or oil certified to ISO L EGD ISO CD 1378 standard and one that is JASO FD registered RedMax air cooled Max Life synthetic blend premium 2 stroke engine oil and ISO L EGD ISO CD 1378 AND JASO FD oils are fully compatible with gasoline s containing 10 Ethanol RedMax air cooled Max Life synthetic blend premium 2 stroke engine oil and ISO L EGD ISO CD 1378 AND JASO FD oils are universal and should be mixed at 50 1 ratio for all 2 stroke air cooled engines sold in the past regardless of mixing ratios specified in those manuals If the oil is registered with JASO the JASO Logo with FD and registration num ber will be displayed on the container The highest JASO rating is FD which equals the ISO L EGD rating Lower rat ings are FC FB and FA English 13 FUEL HANDLING Mixing e Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean 001USZ001 container intended for fuel Always start by flling half the amount of th
6. WHAT IS WHAT What is what Trimmer head Cutting attachment guard Shaft Loop handle Throttle control Stop switch Cylinder cover NOORONA 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 Starter handle Fuel tank Choke control Air purge Air filter cover Handle adjustment Operator s manual English 11 ASSEMBLY NOTE Make sure unit is assembled cor Fitting the trimmer guard and rectly as shown in this manual trimmer head Fitting the loop handle ral 0 e Position the handle on the shaft Note that the handle must be mounted be Fit the correct trimmer guard A for use with the trimmer head Hook the trimmer guard combination guard onto the fitting on the shaft and secure with the wing nut B tween the two arrows on the shaft i e Fit the screw securing plate and wing nut as shown in the diagram Tighten the wing nut e Fit the dust cup C on the shaft The nut must be completely covered by the dust cup e Hold the dust cup with a wrench to pre vent the shaft from rotating e Screw the trimmer head D onto the shaft e To dismantle follow the instructions in the reverse order 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 12 FUEL HANDLING Fuel Note The machine is equipped with a 2 stroke engine and must always be run us ing a mixture of gasoline and two stroke en gine oil It is important to accurately measure the amount
7. EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT 24 Note the following before start ing RedMax has a policy of continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and appearance of prod ucts without prior notice Long term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment Always use approved hearing protection Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any off road engine repair establishment or individual The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emissions Compliance label indi cates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emissions requirements Category C 50 hours B 125 hours and A 300 hours EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION THIS ENGINE MEETS EXH AND EVP EMISSIONS REGULATIONS FOR 2012 US EPA CALIFORNIA SMALL OFF ROAD ENGINES REDNAX FAMILY DISP WODEL EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD HOURS BAR CODE TH ATR INEX OF THIS ERN Is LOWER THE AIR INDEX THE LESS POLLI ig mm REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS For reference please fill out the following information that will be needed for future servicing of your trimmer Model Number Serial Number Purchase Date Purchased From A WARNING A clearing saw brushcutter or trimmer can be dangerous if used incorre
8. machine is low on power difficult to start or runs poorly at idle speed always check the spark plug first before taking any further action If the spark plug is dirty clean it and check that the electrode gap is 0 024 0 6 mm The spark plug should be replaced after about a month in operation or earlier if necessary CAUTION Always use the recommended spark plug type Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston cylinder 0 024 0 6 mm English 17 MAINTENANCE Air filter The air filter must be regularly cleaned to remove dust and dirt in order to avoid e Carburetor malfunctions Starting problems e Loss of engine power Unnecessary wear to engine parts Excessive fuel consumption AES Clean the filter every 25 hours or more regularly if conditions are exceptionally dusty Cleaning the air filter Remove the air filter cover and take out the filter Wash it clean in warm soapy water Rinse thoroughly Ensure that the filter is dry before refitting it An air filter that has been in use for a long time cannot be cleaned completely The filter must therefore be replaced with a new one at regular intervals A damaged air filter must always be replaced 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 Maintenance schedule Below you will find some general mainte nance instructions Daily maintenance e Check throttle trigger and throttle trigger lockout function Check that the stop switch wor
9. no abuse neglect or improper maintenance of your small off road engine Your emission control system includes parts such as the carburetor the ignition system and the fuel tank Where a warrantable condi tion exists RedMax will repair your small off road engine at no cost to you Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis parts and labor MANUFACTURER S WARRANTY COVERAGE If any emissions related part on your engine as listed under Emissions Control Warranty Parts List is defective or a defect in the mate rials or workmanship of the engine causes the failure of such an emission related part the part will be repaired or replaced by RedMax OWNER S WARRANTY RESPONSI BILITIES As the small off road engine owner you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your opera tor s manual RedMax recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off road engine but RedMax cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the per formance of all scheduled maintenance As the small off road engine owner you should be aware that RedMax may deny you war ranty coverage if your small off road engine or a part of it has failed due to abuse neglect improper maintenance unapproved modifications or the use of parts not made or approved by the original equipment manufacturer You are responsible for pre senting your small off road
10. of oil to be mixed to ensure that the correct mixture is obtained When mixing small amounts of fuel even small inaccura cies can drastically affect the ratio of the mixture WARNING Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when han dling fuel Gasoline e Use good quality unleaded gasoline A WARNING 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 10 feet 3 meters away from the fueling point before starting the engine Gasoline requirements All 2 stroke RedMax products are pow ered by professional commercial duty hi performance hi RPM air cooled 2 stroke engines RedMax hi performance 2 stroke engines produce higher HP outputs as compared to standard home owner duty or light commercial duty production engines offered by most manufacturers Exhaust emission are controlled by the fundamental engine parameters and com ponents eg carburation ignition timing and port timing without addition of any major hardware or the introduction of an inert material during combustion tified with CARB California Air Resources Board and EPA Environmental Protection Agency to operate on clean mid grade 89 octane or premium unleaded lead free gasoline and RedMax air cooled Max Life synthetic blend premium 2 stroke engine oil mixed a
11. provide or per form required maintenance services as prescribed in the operator s manual Pre ventative maintenance as outlined in the operator s manual is the owner s customer s responsibility Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than an authorized RedMax servicing dealer during the warranty period Certain parts and other items are not warranted including but not limited to spark plugs filters lubricants starter cords sprockets and debris bags Overheating or carbon scoring failures due to restricted clogged exhaust port blocked spark arrester screen or com bustion chamber Set up and pre delivery service engine tune ups including natural discoloration due to ultraviolet light Adjustments after the first 30 thirty days of purchase and beyond such as carbu retor adjustment and throttle cable adjust ment English 22 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT 13 Damage to gears or gear cases caused by dirt contaminated grease use of incor rect type of gear case grease and or fail ure to comply with recommended greas ing intervals 14 Damage caused by sprayers pumping or spraying caustic or flammable materials lack of or broken strainers 15 Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use after operational problem or failure occurs Should opera tional problem or failure occur the product should not be used but delivered as
12. rules AOOO 1 Look around you e To ensure that people animals or other things cannot affect your control of the machine To ensure that people animals etc do not come into contact with the cut ting attachment or loose objects that are thrown out by the cutting attach ment English 8 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e CAUTION Do not use the machine e Reduce the risk of damaging plants by unless you are able to call for help in shortening the trimmer line to 4 4 1 2 inches the event of an accident 10 12 cm and reducing the engine speed 2 Do not use the machine in bad weather When trimming you should use less than such as dense fog heavy rain strong full throttle so that the trimmer line lasts wind intense cold etc Working in bad longer and to reduce the wear on the weather is tiring and often brings added trimmer head risks such as icy ground unpredictable felling direction etc Clearing 3 Make sure you can move and stand safely Check the area around you for possible ob stacles roots rocks branches ditches etc in case you have to move suddenly Take great care when working on sloping ground The clearing technique removes all un wanted vegetation Keep the trimmer head just above the ground and tilt it Let the end of the trimmer line strike the ground around trees posts statues and the like CAUTION This technique increases the wear on the trimmer line p Switch off th befi j
13. very hot during use and remain so for some time after stop ping This also applies at idle speed Con tact can result in burns to the skin Re member the risk of fire WARNING The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muffler A WARNING Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning DO NOT start or run the machine indoors or anywhere that is poorly ventilated The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire Never start the machine in doors or near combustible material 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 Cutting equipment A trimmer head is intended for trimming grass Checking maintaining and servicing the machine s safety equipment IMPORTANT All servicing and repair work on the machine requires special training This is especially true of the machine s safety equipment If your machine fails any of the checks described below you must contact your servicing dealer When you buy any of our products we guarantee the availability of professional repairs and service If the retail er who sells your machine is not a servicing dealer ask him for the address of your nearest servicing dealer Stop switch e Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when you push and hold the stop switch Cutting attachment guard e Ens
14. Line Loading Instructions A LL 2 4 2 7 mm 095 106 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 19 TECHNICAL DATA Technical data Engine Cylinder volume cu in cm3 Cylinder bore inch mm Stroke inch mm Idle speed rpm Recommended max speed rpm Speed of output shaft rom Max engine output acc to ISO 8893 hp kW Catalytic converter muffler Speed regulated ignition system Ignition system Manufacturer type of ignition system Spark plug Electrode gap inch mm Fuel and lubrication system Manufacturer type of carburetor Fuel tank capacity US pint liter Weight Weight without fuel cutting attachment and guard lbs kg Sound levels see note 1 Equivalent sound pressure level at the user s ear measured according to ANSI B175 3 1997 dB A min max Vibration levels Vibration levels at handles measured according to ANSIB175 3 1997 m s At idle left right handles At max speed left right handles BT280 1 7 28 1 4 35 1 130 28 7 2 800 3 200 10 000 8 000 1 1 0 8 Yes Yes Walbro CD Champion RCJ 8Y 0 024 0 6 Zama 0 85 0 4 10 4 4 94 97 3 5 9 8 NOTE This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES 002 Note 1 Equivalent sound pressure level is calculated as the time weighted energy total for sound pressure levels under various working conditions with the following time distribution 1 2 idle and 1 2 max spee
15. RESTS SOLELY WITH THE OWNER CUSTOMER SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDEN TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN ONLY BY REDMAX Our address is Ohana RedMax 9335 Harris Corners Parkway Charlotte NC 28269 English 23 U S EPA CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENT CANADA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT IMPORTANT This product is compliant with U S EPA Phase 3 regulations for ex haust and evaporative emissions To ensure EPA Phase 3 compliance we recommend using only genuine RedMax brand replace ment parts Use of non compliant replacement parts is a violation of federal law YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS The U S Environmental Protection Agency California Air Resources Board Environment Canada and RedMax are pleased to explain the emissions control system warranty on your year 2012 and later small off road en gine In California all small off road engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards RedMax must warrant the emission control system on your small off road engine for the periods of time listed below provided there has been
16. can be a sign that the performance of the catalytic converter is impaired Contact your servicing dealer to inspect the muffler A blocked mesh will cause the machine to overheat and result in damage to the cylinder and piston Muffler bolts Spark arrestor mesh CAUTION Never use a machine that has a faulty or loose muffler Ensure the muffler bolts are tight 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 CAUTION Mufflers fitted with cata lytic converters get very hot during use and remain so for some time after stop ping This also applies at idle speed Con tact can result in burns to the skin Re member the risk of fire WARNING The inside of the muffler contain chemicals that may be carcinogenic Avoid contact with these elements in the event of a damaged muffler A WARNING Engine exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can cause carbon monoxide poisoning DO NOT start or run the machine indoors or anywhere that is poorly ventilated The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot and may contain sparks which can start a fire Never start the machine in doors or near combustible material Spark plug The spark plug condition is influenced by e Incorrect carburetor adjustment e An incorrect fuel mixture too much or in correct type of oil e A dirty air filter These factors cause deposits on the spark plug electrodes which may result in operat ing problems and starting difficulties If the
17. ctly or carelessly and can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator s manual WARNING Under no circum stances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer Always use genuine accessories Non authorized modifications and or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others Your warranty may not cover damage or liability caused by the use of non authorized accesso ries or replacement parts AWARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 2 KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols Only intended for trimmer heads WARNING Clearing saws brush cutters and trimmers can be dan gerous Careless or incorrect use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others 29 0 Please read the operator s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine Use unleaded or quality leaded 89 or higher octane gasoline and ISO L EGD certified or JASO FD registered two stroke d oil mixed at a ratio of 2 50 1 2 Always wear e Hearing protection e Approved eye protection Other symbols decals on the machine refer to special certifica
18. d NOTE Sound pressure at the user s ear and vibration on the handles are measured with all the machine s approved cutting equipment fitted Model BT280 3 8 RH arbor shaft thread Approved accessories Type Cutting attachment guard part no Trimmer head MT104R 576 26 08 02 545 00 60 49 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 20 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT RedMax Limited Warranty provides to the ORIGINAL retail purchaser that this RedMax product is free from DEFECTS in MATERIAL and WORKMANSHIP under normal use and maintenance from the date of retail purchase RedMax agrees to repair or replace at our discretion any defective product free of charge at any authorized RedMax servicing dealer using original RedMax replacement parts within the listed below application time periods limitations and exclusions THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXTENDED TO THE FIRST ORIGINAL RETAIL PUR CHASER ONLY AND IT IS NOT TRANS FERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS This warranty is separate from the Emission Control Warranty Statement supplied with your new product Please consult your Emis sion Control Warranty Statement for details PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD PRODUCTS PURCHASED FOR NON INCOME PRODUCING USE Home Owner Complete units purchased for residential or non income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for two 2 years from the date of retail purchase The elec tronic ignition module the brush cutter
19. e F D gasoline to be used Then add the entire amount of oil Mix shake the fuel mixture PRODUCT MEETING JASO M345 Add the remaining amount of gasoline THIS FO PERFORMANCE GUARANTEED BY REDMAX Mix shake the fuel mixture thoroughly be fore filling the machine s fuel tank Engine problems due to inadequate e Do not mix more than one month s supply lubrication caused by failure to use ISO of fuel at a time L EGD certified and JASO FD registered e If the machine is not used for some time the oil such as RedMax air cooled MaxLife fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned synthetic blend premium 2 stroke oil Fueling WILL VOID THE REDMAX TWO STROKE ENGINE WARRANTY Ea CAUTION Do not use NMMA National Ma rine Manufacturers Association BIA Boating WARNING Taking the followin Industry Association and TCW two cycle precautions will reson the risk of 2 water cooled oils designed for mopeds or fire outboard water cooled marine engines Do F not use API American Petroleum Institute Rei Obi poled Ke Ge vicinity piace any TC 2 cycle labeled oils The API TC test Always stop the engine and let it standard has been discontinued by API in cool for a few minutes before re 1995 and it no longer exists fueling When refueling open the fuel cap slowly so that any excess pressure is released gently Tighten the fuel cap carefully after refueling Always move the machine away from the refueling area before s
20. e muffler including catalyst if MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT equipped fuel tank line and cap AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RE MAINTENANCE STATEMENT LATED PARTS The owner is responsible for the perfor Any RedMax approved replacement part mance of all required maintenance as de used in the performance of any warranty fined in the operator s manual maintenance or repair on emission related parts will be provided without charge to the owner if the part is under warranty This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use O Moderate 50 hours IX intermediate 125 hours O Extended 300 hours 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 25
21. e that has parts missing or has been changed in relation to the specification Only use the machine for the purpose for which it was intended Starting Ss A WARNING When the engine is started with the choke in either the choke or start throttle positions the cutting attachment will start to rotate immediately Ensure that all of the engine covers and housings are properly fitted before the unit is started Never start or attempt to run the unit with the clutch clutch drum clutch cover or driveshaft removed Never start the machine indoors Exhaust fumes can be dangerous if inhaled Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no risk of people or animals coming into contact with the cutting equip ment See the Starting and Stopping section for complete instructions Fuel safety Always use a fuel container with an anti spill valve e Never refuel the machine while the engine is running Always stop the engine and let it cool for a few minutes before refueling Make sure there is plenty of ventilation when refueling or mixing fuel gasoline and 2 stroke oil Move the machine at least 10 feet 3 me ters from the refueling point before start 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 e Never start the machine e If you have spilled fuel on it Wipe off the spillage and allow remaining fuel to evaporate If you have spilled fuel on yourself or your clothes change your clothes Was
22. ection Fine adjustment of the idle speed T Adjust the idle speed using the idle adjust ment screw T if it is necessary to readjust First turn the idle adjustment screw T clockwise until the cutting attachment starts to rotate Then turn the screw counterc lockwise until the cutting attachment stops The idle speed is correctly adjusted when the engine will run smoothly in every posi tion The idle speed should also be well below the speed at which the cutting at tachment starts to rotate Idle Speed Screw T English 16 MAINTENANCE WARNING If the idle speed can not be adjusted so that the cutting attachment stops contact your ser vicing dealer Do not use the ma chine until it has been correctly ad justed or repaired Unit Maintenance Safety Disconnect the spark plug before perform ing maintenance except carburetor adjust ments Muffler CAUTION Muffler is fitted with a catalytic converter designed to reduce harmful ex haust gases The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct the exhaust gases away from the operator The exhaust gases are hot and can contain sparks which may cause fire if directed against dry and com bustible material Mufflers are equipped with a special spark arrestor mesh The mesh should be checked and if necessary cleaned by a servicing dealer If the mesh is damaged it should be replaced If the mesh is fre quently blocked this
23. engine to a RedMax authorized repair center as soon as a problem exists Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time not to exceed 30 days 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center call RedMax at 1 800 291 8251 or send e mail correspon dence to service redmax com WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE The warranty period begins on the date the small off road engine is purchased LENGTH OF COVERAGE This warranty shall be for a period of two years from the initial date of purchase or until the end of the product warranty which ever is longer WHAT IS COVERED REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS Repair or replacement of any warranted part will be performed at no charge to the owner at an approved RedMax servicing center If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center call RedMax at 1 800 291 8251 or send e mail correspondence to service redmax com WARRANTY PERIOD Any warranted part which is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance or which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of repair or replace as neces sary shall be warranted for 2 years Any war ranted part which is scheduled for replace ment as required maintenance shall be war ranted for the period of ti
24. gine Always move the machine away choke lever to the closed position and from the refueling area before repeat starting steps starting Place the machine ona CAUTION Do not pull the starter cord all flat surface Ensure the cutting at the way out and do not let go of the starter tachment cannot come into contact handle when the cord is fully extended with any object This can damage the machine Make sure no unauthorized persons are in the working area otherwise there is a risk of serious personal injury The safety distance is 50 feet 15 meters 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 15 STARTING AND STOPPING Warm engine With a warm engine move the blue engine choke lever to the 1 2 position Pull starter rope until engine runs Move the blue engine choke lever to the opened position Stopping Stop the engine by pushing and holding the stop switch in the STOP position until the engine stops A started with the choke in the closed position the cutting attachment will start to rotate immediately MAINTENANCE The owner is responsible for the perfor mance of all required maintenance as defined in the operator s manual WARNING Improper mainte nance could result in serious engine damage or in serious injury Carburetor Your product has been designed and manufactured to specifications that reduce harmful emissions After the engine has used 8 10 tanks of fuel the engine will be run in
25. h any part of your body that has come in contact with fuel Use soap and water e If the machine is leaking fuel Check regularly for leaks from the fuel cap and fuel lines e Avoid all skin contact with fuel Fuel is a skin irritant and may even cause skin damage Transporting and storage e Store and transport the machine and fuel so that there is no risk of any leakage or fumes coming into contact with sparks or naked flames for example from electri cal machinery electric motors electrical relays switches or boilers When storing and transporting fuel al ways use approved containers intended for this purpose When storing the machine for long peri ods the fuel tank must be emptied Con tact your local gas station to find out where to dispose of excess fuel e Ensure the machine is cleaned and that a complete service is carried out before long term storage WARNING Take care when han dling fuel Bear in mind the risk of fire explosion and inhaling fumes General working instructions IMPORTANT This section describes the basic safety pre cautions for working with trimmers If you encounter a situation where you are uncer tain how to proceed you should ask an ex pert Contact your servicing dealer Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability You must understand the difference between forestry clearing grass clearing and grass trimming before use Basic safety
26. is to an authorized RedMax Servicing Dealer IMPORTANT OWNER S RESPONSI BILITY The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use and follow preventative maintenance storage fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the enclosed operator s manual Should a product difficulty occur within the applicable warranty period you must at your expense deliver or ship your RedMax unit to an authorized RedMax Servicing Dealer only for warranty repairs and arrange for pick up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made If you do not know the location of your near est authorized RedMax Servicing Dealer consult your telephone yellow pages or call RedMax at 1 800 291 8251 during the hours of 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Eastern Stan dard time or visit www redmax com Should you require assistance or have questions concerning this Warranty State ment you may contact us at 1 800 291 8251 during the hours of 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Eastern Standard time or contact us through the web at www redmax com 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 IMPORTANT OWNER S RESPONSI BILITY IT IS A CUSTOMER S AND OR DEAL ER S RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLETE AND RETURN WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE DATE OF PURCHASE THE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD SUPPLIED WITH YOUR REDMAX PRODUCT YOUR RECEIPT OF PURCHASE IN CLUDING DATE MODEL AND ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER MUST BE MAINTAINED AND PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED REDMAX SERVICING DEALER FOR WARRANTY SERVICE PROOF OF PURCHASE
27. ks correctly Check that there are no fuel leaks from the engine tank or fuel lines Check that the cutter does not rotate when the engine is idling Clean the outside of the machine Check that the harness is not damaged Check that the blade guard is not dam aged or cracked Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to impact or is cracked A non balanced trimmer head induces heavy vibrations that may damage the machine e Check that nuts and screws are tight e Check that the trimmer head is tight Weekly maintenance e Check the starter and starter cord e Clean the carburetor area e Clean the outside of the spark plug Re move it and check the electrode gap Ad just the gap to 0 024 0 6 mm or replace the spark plug Use resistor spark plug Champion RCJ 8Y or equivalent e Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and check that the air intake near the starter is not blocked e Clean the air filter Monthly maintenance e Clean the fuel tank e Clean the outside of the carburetor and the space around it Clean the fan and the area around it Check fuel lines for cracks or other dam age Change if necessary Change the fuel filter in fuel tank Check the clutch clutch springs and the clutch drum for wear Replace if neces sary Check electrical wires and connections Replace the spark plug Use resistor spark plug Champion RCJ 8Y or equiva lent Change the air filter English 18 Trimmer Head
28. leaks Make sure all fasteners are in place and secure Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed and se curely fastened Use only flexible non metallic line recommended by the Zag manufacturer Never use for example Choke Move the blue engine choke lever wire or wire rope which can break off to the closed position and become a dangerous projectile Check that the trimmer head and trimmer guard are not damaged or cracked Replace the trimmer head or trimmer guard if they have been exposed to impact or are cracked MA AN Starting Hold the body of the machine on the ground using your left hand CAUTION Not with your foot Firmly grip the starter rope handle with your right hand DO NOT squeeze throttle trigger Slowly pull out the cord until you feel some resistance the starter pawls grip then quickly and powerfully pull the cord e Never use the machine without a guard RT EA the starter cord around norwith a defective guard Repeat pulling the cord until the engine 7 7 attempts to start Move the blue engine Starting and stopping choke lever to the 1 2 position Pull starter rope until engine runs Move the blue en gine choke lever to the opened position A WARNING The complete clutch clutch cover and shaft must be fitted before the machine is started otherwise parts could come loose A and cause personal injury NOTE If engine dies return blue en
29. me up to the first scheduled replacement point for that part DIAGNOSIS The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor which leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if the diagnostic work is performed at an approved RedMax servicing center CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RedMax may be liable for damages to other engine components caused by the failure of a warranted part still under warranty WHAT IS NOT COVERED All failures caused by abuse neglect or improper maintenance are not covered ADD ON OR MODIFIED PARTS The use of add on or modified parts can be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim RedMax is not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of add on or modified parts HOW TO FILE A CLAIM If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities you should contact your nearest authorized service center call RedMax at 1 800 291 8251 or send e mail corre spondence to service redmax com English 24 U S EPA CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENT CANADA EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT WHERE TO GET WARRANTY EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY SERVICE PARTS LIST Warranty services or repairs shall be pro Carburetor air filter covered up to mainte vided at all RedMax service centers Call nance schedule ignition system spark RedMax at 1 800 291 8251 or send e mail plug covered up to maintenance schedule correspondence to service redmax com ignition modul
30. ng attachment guard This guard is intended to prevent loose ob jects from being thrown towards the opera tor The guard also protects the operator from accidental contact with the cutting at tachment attachment without an approved guard See the section on Technical data If an incorrect or faulty guard is fitted this can cause serious personal injury English 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Use of incorrectly wound trimmer line or an incorrect cutting attachment increases the level of vibration WARNING Overexposure to vibration can lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage in people who have impaired circulation Contact your doctor if you experi ence symptoms of overexposure to vibration Such symptoms include numbness loss of feeling tingling pricking pain loss of strength changes in skin color or condition These symptoms normally appear in the fingers hands or wrists The risk increases at low temperatures Muffler The muffler is designed to reduce the noise level and to direct the exhaust gases away from the operator CAUTION Muffler is fitted with a catalytic converter designed to reduce exhaust gas emissions For mufflers it is very important that you fol low the instructions on checking maintain ing and servicing your machine See Checking maintaining and servicing the machine s safety equipment section CAUTION Mufflers fitted with cata lytic converters get
31. noise reduction EYE PROTECTION Always wear approved eye protection If you use a visor then you must also wear approved protective goggles Approved protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87 1 BOOTS Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose clothing that can catch on twigs and branches Always wear heavy long pants Do not wear jewelry shorts sandals or go barefoot Secure hair so it is above shoulder level 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 FIRST AID KIT Always have a first aid kit nearby Machine s safety equipment This section describes the machine s safety equipment its purpose and how checks and maintenance should be carried out to ensure that it operates correctly See the Know your trimmer section to locate where this equip ment is positioned on your machine The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carried out correctly and if service and or repairs are not carried out professionally If you need further information please contact your nearest ser vicing dealer WARNING Never use a machine that has faulty safety equipment Carry out the inspection mainte nance and service routines listed in this section If your machine fails any of these checks contact your service agent to get it repaired Stop switch Make sure the engine stops when you push and hold the stop switch Cutti
32. ohol containing methanol wood alcohol or gasoline containing LESS than 89_ OCTANE Only use gasolines which contain 89 octane or Higher 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 12 Gasohol which contains a maximum 10 ethanol grain alcohol or 15 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether is also approved The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is 50 1 and is listed on the RedMax oil label and covered in your operator s manual Engine damage caused by use of ether or any starting fluids Damage caused by pressure or steam clean ing the unit Overheating and detonation damage caused by use of spark plugs other than those meeting emissions performance requirements listed in the operator s manual Damage caused by tampering with engine speed governor or emission components or running engines above specified and recommended engine speeds as listed in your operator s manual THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COV ER DAMAGE TO THE UNIT OR EN GINE CAUSED BY Operation of the unit with improperly installed removed cutting shields guards or safety devices Damage caused by removed damaged air filter dirt abrasives salt water mois ture corrosion rust varnish stale fuel or any adverse reaction due to incorrect storage procedures Defects malfunctions or failures resulting from abuse misuse neglect modifica tions alterations normal wear improper servicing use of unauthorized attach ments including failure to
33. on This warranty does not cover damage other than that resulting from defects in material or workmanship RedMax DOES NOT OFFER AN OVER THE COUNTER EXCHANGE PROGRAM Any product sold serviced or re built by other than a RedMax Authorized Servicing Dealer is sold as is without RedMax stan dard warranty coverage Repair parts and accessories replaced under this warranty are warranted only for the BALANCE of the original unit or accessory warranty period All parts or products replaced under war ranty become the property of RedMax PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSO RIES These items carry a 90 day residential or non income producing use and 90 day commercial institutional agricultural indus trial income producing or rental application warranty CUTTING ATTACHMENTS SUPPLIED WITH PRODUCTS All original equipment cutting attachments used in residential or non income produc ing use such as but not limited to bars chains sprockets blades nylon trimmer heads will be covered for failures due to defects in material or workmanship for a period of sixty 60 days from the original product purchase date Any misuse from contact with rocks or other non approved materials and or structures is not covered by this warranty When used in a commer cial institutional agricultural industrial income producing or rental application the cutting attachment warranty is for thirty 30 days All Maxtreme Series Spli
34. ould for personal safety put their hair up yy surroundings e Never allow children to use the machine e Ensure no one comes closer than 50 feet 15 meters when working e Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first ensuring that they have understood the contents of the operator s manual Safety instructions before starting work e Inspect the working area Remove any objects such as stones broken glass nails steel wire string etc that can be thrown or can wrap around the cutting head or shaft Keep others at a safe distance Children animals onlookers and helpers should stand outside of the safety zone of 50 feet 15 meters Bystanders should be encouraged to wear safety glasses Stop the machine immediately if anyone should approach Check the entire machine before starting work Replace damaged parts Check for fuel leakage and that all safety guards and covers are complete and fastened securely Check all nuts and bolts Check the cutting head for cracks or any other damage Ensure the trimmer guard is mounted and not damaged English 7 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS e Check that the trimmer head and guard are correctly secured When adjusting the carburetor make sure the lower end is supported and that no one is in the immediate vicinity Make sure the cutting head does not rotate when idling Make sure the handle and safety features are in order Never use a machin
35. output engines can result in severe engine damage and void your 2 stroke engine warranty This Hi Performance Air Cooled 2 Stroke engine requires the use of MINIMUM 89 Octane mid grade or pre mium clean gasoline If octane rating of the mid grade gasoline is lower than 89 octane use premium unleaded gasoline Warning Gasoline with octane rating lower than 89 will greatly increase engines oper ating temperature Low octane gasoline will cause detonation knock resulting in piston seizures and major internal engine compo nent damage Engine failures caused by operating engines on gasoline with octane rating lower than 89 are not covered by the RedMax 2 Stroke Engine Warranty Emission related parts only are covered for two years regardless of 2 stroke oil used per the statement listed in the EPA or California Emission Defect Warranty Explanation THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT IN CLUDE OR COVER DAMAGE TO THE UNIT OR ENGINE CAUSED BY 1 Lack of lubrication or engine failure due to the use of 2 stroke oils that do not meet the ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and are not registered to meet JASO M345 FD Standards Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD compliant and JASO M345 FD registered oil WILL VOID the RedMax 2 Stroke Engine Warranty RedMax MaxLife synthetic blend 2 stroke Oil meets the ISO L EGD and is registered to JASO Standard M345 FD 2 Damage caused by use of gas
36. p and lead are not damaged Otherwise you could get an electric shock The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 50 feet 15 meters while working Stay clear of spinning line Secure or remove loose clothing or cloth ing with loosely hanging ties straps tas sels etc They can be caught in moving parts Being fully covered also helps protect you from debris and pieces of toxic plants thrown by spinning line Keep handles free of oil and fuel Always keep the engine on the right hand side of your body Hold the unit firmly with both hands Keep trimmer head below waist level and away from all parts of your body Do not raise engine above your waist Keep all parts of your body away from muffler and spinning line Keep engine be low waist level A hot muffler can cause serious burns Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach or use from unstable surfaces such as ladders trees steep slopes roof tops etc Use only in daylight or good artificial light Use only for jobs explained in this manual 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 WARNING A faulty cutting at tachment may increase the risk of serious personal injury Personal protection e Always wear boots and other equipment described in the Personal protective equipment section e Always wear working clothes and heavy duty long pants Never wear loose fitting clothes or jewelry Persons with long hair sh
37. rass and weeds up against walls fences trees and borders however it can also damage sensitive bark on trees and bushes and damage fence posts 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Sweeping 06009 The fan effect of the rotating line can be used for quick and easy clearing up Hold the trimmer line parallel to and above the area to be swept and move the tool to and fro When cutting and sweeping you should use full throttle to obtain the best results 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 WARNING Sometimes branches or grass get caught between the guard and cutting attachment or wrapped around the shaft Neither the operator of the machine nor anyone else may at tempt to remove the cut material while the engine is running or the cutting equipment is rotating as this can result in serious injury Stop the engine and cutting equip ment before you remove material WARNING Watch out for thrown objects Always wear approved eye protection Never lean over the cutting attachment guard Stones rubbish etc can be thrown up into the eyes causing blindness or serious injury Keep unauthorised persons at a dis tance Children animals onlookers and helpers should be kept outside the safety zone of 15 m Stop the machine immediately if anyone approaches Never swing the ma chine around without first checking behind you to make sure no one is within the safety zone English 10
38. rmful vibration A WARNING Always stop the en gine before doing any work on the cutting attachment This continues to rotate even after the throttle has been released Ensure that the cutting attachment has stopped completely and disconnect the lead from the spark plug before you start to work on it English 6 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety precautions IMPORTANT The machine is only designed for trimming grass The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit are the cutting at tachments we recommend in the Tech nical data section Never use wire rope string etc Never use the machine if you are tired if you have drunk alcohol or if you are tak ing medication that could affect your vi sion your judgment or your coordination Never use the machine in extreme weath er conditions such as severe cold very hot and or humid climates Never use a machine that has been modi fied in any way from its original specifica tion Wear personal protective equipment See instructions in the Personal protective equipment section Never use a machine that is faulty Carry out the checks maintenance and service instructions described in this manual Some maintenance and service measures must be carried out by trained and quali fied specialists See instructions in the Maintenance section All covers and guards must be fitted before starting Make sure the spark plug ca
39. se of a machine with faulty safety equipment increases the risk of serious personal injury to the operator or others IMPORTANT This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to Obtain maximum cutting performance Extend the life of cutting equipment Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend See the section on Technical data Refer to the instructions for the cutting attach ment to check the correct way to load the trimmer line and the correct line diameter Trimmer head Only use the recommended cutting at tachments See the section on Technical data EJ SSS Smaller machines generally require small trimmer heads and vice versa This is be cause when clearing using trimmer line the engine must throw out the trimmer line ra dially from the trimmer head and overcome the resistance of the grass being cleared The length of the trimmer line is also im portant A longer trimmer line requires greater engine power than a shorter trimmer line of the same diameter Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer guard is intact This is used to cut the trimmer line to the correct length To increase the life of the trimmer line it can be soaked in water for a couple of days This will make the line tougher so that it lasts longer IMPORTANT Always ensure the trimmer line is wound tightly and evenly around the drum otherwise the machine will generate ha
40. t 50 1 ratio Unleaded gasoline is recommended to re duce the contamination of the air for the sake of your health and the environment This hi performance air cooled 2 stroke engine requires the use of minimum 89 octane R M 2 mid grade or premium clean gasoline Gasoline may contain a maximum of 10 Ethanol grain alcohol or up to 15 MTBE Methyl tertiary butyl ether Gasoline containing Methanol Wood Alcohol is NOT approved 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 IMPORTANT If the octane rating of the mid grade gasoline in your area is lower than 89 octane use premium unleaded gasoline The majority of all 2 stroke engine manufacturers in the USA and Canada recommend using gasoline with 89 octane or higher CAUTION Gasoline with an octane rating lower than 89 will greatly increase the en gines operating temperature Low octane gasoline will cause detonation knock resulting in piston seizures and major inter nal engine components damage Poor quality gasolines or oils may damage sealing rings fuel lines or fuel tank of the engine IMPORTANT Failures caused by operating engines on gasoline with octane rating low er than 89 are not covered by the RedMax 2 stroke engine warranty The RedMax engines are registered and cer CAUTION Alternative fuels such as E 15 15 ethanol E 20 20 ethanol E 85 85 ethanol are NOT classified as gasoline and are NOT approved for use in RedMax 2 stroke gasoline engines
41. t Shaft attach ments carry the same warranty duration as the units they are designed to fit DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Any implied warranty is limited to the dura tion of the limited warranty Otherwise this limited warranty is in lieu of all other ex pressed or implied warranties including any warranty of FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE and any implied war ranty of MERCHANTABILITY otherwise applicable to this product RedMax and its affiliated companies shall not be liable for any special incidental or consequential damage including lost profits There are no warranties extended other than as provided herein This warranty may be modified only by RedMax English 21 LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ATTENTION TWO STROKE ENGINE POWERED PRODUCT OWNERS RedMax Hi Performance 2 Stroke engines produce higher HP horse power outputs as compared to standard Home Owner Duty or Light Commercial Duty production engines offered by most manufacturers To help insure trouble free performance of the unit it is required to use oil which meets the ISO L EGD Standard per ISO CD 13738 and one that is registered under JASO M345 FD Standards RedMax MaxLife Synthetic Blend 2 Stroke Oil is a premium 2 stroke oil specifically formulated to meet ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and JASO M345 FD Standards The use of_un registered oils designed for other applications such as for outboard mo tors or lawnmowers or low RPM low HP
42. tarting Gasoline oil mixture recommenda tions Store your gasoline or gasoline oil mixture in a cool dry area in a tightly sealed ap proved container to limit the entry of mois ture and additional air oxygen Moisture and air cause the development of varnish and gum making the fuel stale Stored gas oline and gasoline oil mixture ages and loses its octane rating and volatility Do not mix more gasoline oil than you intend to use in 30 days and 60 days when fuel stabilizer is added RedMax air cooled Max Life synthetic blend premium 2 stroke engine oil contains fuel stabilizer and will automatical crean the aa aranne ine fuel cap ly extend your gasoline oil mixture life up to ontamination in the tank can cause 60 days operating problems Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shak ing the container before filling the tank WARNING Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable Take care Mixing ratio Recommended mixing ratio 50 1 for all engines 2 50 1 0 43 0 20 when handling fuel Be aware of the risks of fire explosion and those associated with inhalation 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 14 STARTING AND STOPPING Check before starting Cold engine Primer bulb Press the primer bulb 10 times until fuel begins to fill the bulb The primer bulb need not be completely filled Inspect the unit before each use Re place damaged parts Check for fuel
43. tion requirements for certain markets Watch out for thrown objects and ricochets Stop the engine by pushing and holding the stop switch gt The operator of the machine A in the STOP position until the Tele must ensure while working that no persons or animals come closer than 50 feet 15 meters engine stops before carrying out any checks or maintenance Regular cleaning is required Arrows which show limits for handle positioning Visual check EN Approved eye protection must always be used IO Always wear approved protective gloves Only use non metallic flexible cutting attachments i e trimmer heads with trimmer line 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 English 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Personal protective equipment A WARNING Whenever you use a clearing saw brushcutter or trimmer you must wear personal protective equipment that is approved by the authorities Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the risk of accidents but it can reduce the ef fects of an injury in the event of an accident Ask your dealer for help when choosing protective equipment IMPORTANT Listen for warning signals or shouts when you are wearing hearing protection Always remove your hearing protection as soon as the engine stops GLOVES Gloves should be worn when necessary e g when fitting cutting attachments HEARING PROTECTION Wear hearing protection that provides adequate
44. trim mer drive shafts are warranted for the life of the product on parts only PRODUCTS PURCHASED FOR COMMERCIAL INSTITUTIONAL AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIAL OR INCOME PRODUCING USE Complete units used for commercial institu tional agricultural industrial or income pro ducing use will be covered by this limited warranty for a period of two 2 years from the date of retail purchase Chainsaws BT280 BC280 TR2301S 2350S CHT2200 2250 and Sprayers are covered for one 1 year Exceptions are Models GZ400 BT250 BC250 HB250 280 and HE250F These EXCEPTIONS are covered for ninety 90 days The electronic ignition module and the brush cutter trimmer drive shafts are warranted for the life of the product on parts only RENTAL APPLICATION Complete units for rental use will be cov ered against defects in material and work manship for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of purchase The following carry No Rental Warranty They are GZ400 BT250 BC250 TR2301S 2350S HB250 280 CHT2200 2250 and HE250F These products have NO Rental Warranty RedMax liability under the Lifetime coverage is limited to furnishing parts only after the Standard Warranty coverage expires as specified under the PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD section of this 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 warranty statement Lifetime free of charge parts is only for a period of seven 7 years after the last date of the complete unit s final producti
45. ure that the guard is undamaged and is not cracked MA e Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is cracked e Always use the recommended guard for the cutting attachment you are using See section on Technical data English 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Muffler Never use a machine that has a faulty muffler Regularly check that the muffler is securely attached to the machine The muffler on this unit is equipped with a special spark arrestor mesh The mesh should be checked and if necessary cleaned by a servicing dealer A blocked mesh will cause the machine to overheat which can lead to serious damage Never use a muffler with a defective spark arres tor mesh See the Maintenance section Cutting equipment This section describes how to choose and maintain your cutting equipment in order to Obtain maximum cutting performance Extend the life of cutting equipment General rules 1 Only use cutting attachments with the guards we recommend See the section on Technical Data 2 Check the cutting attachment for damage or cracks A damaged cutting attachment should always be replaced 115391427 Rev 4 5 15 12 WARNING Never use a machine with faulty safety equipment The machine s safety equipment must be checked and maintained as described in this section If your machine fails any of these checks contact your servicing dealer to get it repaired U
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