Page 3 - SAFETY FIRST; s y m b o l c o n c e r n; NOTE; CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within thism a n u a l m a r k e d w i t h a s y m b o l c o n c e r n c r i t i c a l p o i n t s w h i c h m u s t b e t a k e n i n t oc o n s i d e r a t i o n t o p r e v e n t p o s s i b l e s e r i o u sb o d i l y i n j u r y , a n d f o r t h...
Page 4 - Specifications are subject to change without notice.
2. Specifications ■ BC225DL Overall size(LxWxH) ······················································ 70.8(1800)x12.8(325)x13.0(330) in(mm)Dry weight w/o acc.······························································································· 10.0 lbs (5.0kg)Engine Type ·················...
Page 5 - Warning 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 brushcutter If warning label peel off or become soiled and impossible to read, you should contact the dealerfrom whic...
Page 6 - Symbols on the machine; RedMax; RedMax
6 F o r s a f e o p e r a t i o n a n d m a i n t e n a n c e ,symbols are carved in relief on the machine.According to these indications, please becareful not to make a mistake. (a) The port to refuel the "MIX GASOLINE" Position: FUEL TANK CAP (b) The direction to close the chokePositio...
Page 7 - For safe operation; WORKING CONDITION
7 5. For safe operation 1. R e a d t h i s m a n u a l c a r e f u l l y u n t i l y o u completely understand and follow all safetyand operating instructions. 2. Keep this manual handy so that you may refer to it later whenever any questions arise. Alsonote, if you have any questions which cann...
Page 8 - WORKING PLAN; You should never use the product when under; If you don’t observe the working time, or
8 b. At night, at times of heavy fog, or at any other t i m e s w h e n y o u r f i e l d o f v i s i o n m i g h t b elimited and it would be difficult to gain a clearview of the working area. c. During rain storms, during lightning storms, at times of strong or gale-force winds, or at anyother...
Page 9 - IMPORTANT
■ BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE 1. The area within a perimeter of 50 feet (15m) of t h e p e r s o n u s i n g t h e p r o d u c t s h o u l d b econsidered a hazardous area into which no oneshould enter. If necessary yellow warning rope,w a r n i n g s i g n s s h o u l d b e p l a c e d a r o u n d t...
Page 10 - After starting the engine, check to make sure; USING THE PRODUCT; Grip the handles firmly with both hands using
10 Never place the throttle into the high speedposition when starting the engine. 3. After starting the engine, check to make sure that the cutting attachment stops rotating whenthe throttle is moved fully back to its originalposition. If it continues to rotate even after thethrottle has been mo...
Page 11 - WARNING
• IF SOMEONE COMES1. Guard against hazardous situations at all times. Warn adults to keep pets and children awayfrom 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 theengin...
Page 12 - TRANSPORTATION
12 5. For safe operation refill the tank of the unit in any place where thereis a boiler, stove, wood fire, electrical sparks,welding sparks, or any other source of heat orfire which might ignite the fuel. 2. Never smoke while operating the unit or refilling its fuel tank. 3. W h e n r e f i l l...
Page 17 - STARTING ENGINE
■ STARTING ENGINE 1. Rest the unit on a flat, firm place. Keep the c u t t i n g h e a d o f f t h e g r o u n d a n d c l e a r o fsurrounding objects as it will start rotating uponstarting of the engine. 2. Pump the primer until fuel flows out in the clear tube. (OP1) 3. M o v e t h e c h o k e l ...
Page 21 - • The air filter, if clogged, will reduce the engine; FUEL FILTER; • When the engine runs short of fuel supply, check; SPARK PLUG; • Starting failure and mis-firing are often caused; • R E P L A C E M E N T P L U G I S A C H A M P I O N; • Note that using any spark plugs other than those
• Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to thebrushcutter. Contact with moving cuttinghead or hot muffler may result in a personalinjury. ■ AIR FILTER • The air filter, if clogged, will reduce the engine performance. Monthly check and clean the filterelement...
Page 24 - • A g e d f u e l i s o n e o f m a j o r c a u s e s o f e n g i n e
24 10. Storage • A g e d f u e l i s o n e o f m a j o r c a u s e s o f e n g i n e starting failure. Before storing the unit, empty thefuel tank and run the engine until it uses all thefuel left in the fuel line and the carburetor. Storethe unit indoor taking necessary measures forrust prevent...
Page 25 - Optional blade usage; CHOOSE THE BLADE; products which have been certified by RedMax.; • When using the metal blade, make sure to; end and fix it with the screw.
Under growth Heavy weeds Light weeds Grass Nylon line head CUTTER APPLICATIONCHART 9” 22-tooth: SST229 9” 24-tooth: SST249 8” 8-tooth: SGB088 9” 8-tooth: SGB089 8” 4-tooth: SGB048 9” 4-tooth: SGB049 11. Optional blade usage ■ CHOOSE THE BLADE C h o o s e a s u i t a b l e r e c o m m e n d e d c u t...
Page 26 - Detach the line head assembly and the shaft
26 11. Optional blade usage • When sharpening, removing, or reattaching t h e b l a d e , b e s u r e t o w e a r t h i c k , s t u r d yg l o v e s a n d u s e o n l y p r o p e r t o o l s a n dequipment to prevent injury. ■ SET UP THE BLADE 1. Detach the line head assembly and the shaft compl...
Page 27 - c) When mowing a wide area, start working from
11. Optional blade usage ■ CUTTING METHOD a) Use the front left side cutting.b) Guide the blade from your right to left with it tilted slightly to your left. (OPT8) c) When mowing a wide area, start working from your left end to avoid interference of cut grass. d) The blade may be seized by weeds if...
Page 29 - How you can maintain the best control:
11. Optional blade usage 29 OPT11 t h e b l a d e i s f e d f a s t e r t h a n i t s c u t t i n gcapability. f. Cut only from your right to your left. g. Keep your path of advance clear of material that has been cut and other debris. 3. How you can maintain the best control: a. Keep a good, fi...
Page 30 - Troubleshooting guide; Case 1. Starting failure
30 12. Troubleshooting 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 ...
Page 31 - BRUSHCUTTERS; APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS :
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 ...
Page 33 - OPTIONAL BLADE & ACCESSORIES
Key# Description Part Number Q'ty Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT BC225DL (S/N 120000 and up) Key# Description Part Number Q'ty 1 PIPE COMP T3108-12100 1 2 SHAFT 3520-12213 1 3 GEARCASE-ASS’Y T3108-13001 1 4 • GEARCASE T3300-13120 1 5 • BEARING T3300-13510 1 6 • BEARING T3300-13520 1 7 • RING 04065-02612 1 8 • SHA...
Page 36 - CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
The California Air Resources Board and KOMATSU ZENOAH are pleased to explain theemission 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 stringentanti-smog standards. KOMATSU ZENOA...
Page 37 - RedMax TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS, FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY OF THE MODEL BC225DL 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, ANY PART OR PARTS FOUND TO BE DEFECT...