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 5 - Warning labels on the machine; (1) Lire le mode d’emploi avant d’utiliser; AVERTISSEMENT
(1) Read owner's manual before operating this machine. (2) Wear head, eye and ear protection.(3) Warning/Attention(4) K e e p a l l c h i l d r e n , b y s t a n d e r s a n d h e l p e r s 1 5 m e t e r s a w a y f r o m t h ebrushcutter If warning label peel off or become soiledand impossible to r...
Page 6 - Symbols on the machine; (a) O r i f i c e d e r e m p l i s s a g e d u c a r b u r a n t; IMPORTANT; AND 2000 AND LATER CALIFORNIA
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 take a mistake. (a) The port to refuel the “UNLEADED FUEL” Position:FUEL TANK CAP (b) The direction to close the chokePosition:AIR CL...
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 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 tank of the unit in any place where there is ab o i l e r , s t o v e , w o o d f i r e , e l e c t r i c a l s p a r k s ,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. ...
Page 14 - BALANCE UNIT
14 6. Set up SE5 ■ INSTALLING CUTTING HEAD (SE5) 1. While locking the gear shaft, by inserting the supplied tool into the upper holder on the gearbox, loosen and remove the hexagon nut(left-handed) 2. Fit the holder attached to the upper holder. Then screw in the cutting head to the gear shaft o...
Page 15 - Never add oil to the fuel or fuel tank.; RECOMMENDED FUEL TYPE
■ RECOMMENDED OIL TYPE U s i n g t h e p r o p e r t y p e a n d w e i g h t o f o i l i n t h ecrankcase is extremely important. Check the oilb e f o r e e a c h u s e a n d c h a n g e t h e o i l r e g u l a r l y .Failure to use the correct oil, or using dirty oil, cancause premature engine wear...
Page 16 - A l w a y s u s e f r e s h u n l e a d e d f u e l p e r y o u r; USE OF FUEL ADDITIVES
16 Old fuel is usually the main reason for the unit notr u n n i n g p r o p e r l y . B e s u r e t o u s e f r e s h , c l e a n ,unleaded fuel. Alcohol-blended fuel absorbs moisture (water). Aslittle as 1% moisture in the fuel can cause it toseparate and form acids when stored. If this type o...
Page 20 - REFILLING TRIMMING LINE; MAINTENANCE CHART
20 9. Maintenance ■ REFILLING TRIMMING LINE 1. For replacement line, use a diameter of .095 in(2.4mm). The spool is capable for a line upto27ft(8 m)on the 4” head. Avoid using a larger lineas it may cut down the trimming performance. For safety reasons, do not use metalreinforcedline. 2. Pinch t...
Page 21 - Remove the air filter cover by pulling up the two
o n t h e h o u s i n g , p r e s s t h e c a p a g a i n s t t h ehousing until it clicks. • Make sure that the engine has stopped and is cool before performing any service to themachine. Contact with moving cutting heador hot muffler may result in a personal injury. ■ AIR FILTER Y o u r u n i t ' ...
Page 22 - OIL LEVEL
22 ■ OIL LEVEL To prevent extensive engine wear and damageto the unit, always maintain the proper oil levelin the crankcase. Never operate the unit withthe oil level below the bottom of the dipstick. 1. Make sure the engine is stopped and is cool so the oil has had times to drain into the crankc...
Page 23 - Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up; VALVE TO ROCKER ARM CLEARANCE; • This task should be performed inside, in a clean,
9. Maintenance Change the oil as follow:1. Remove the oil fill plug/dipstick.2. Pour the oil into a container by tipping the unit to a vertical position. Be sure to allow ample timefor complete drainage. (MA10) 3. Wipe up any oil residue on the unit and clean up any oil that may have spilled. Dispos...
Page 24 - FUEL FILTER
24 9. Maintenance MA14 6. While looking in the spark plug hole, pull the starter rope slowly and bring the piston to the topposition. Check that both rocker arms shouldmove freely. If they do not, repeat this step. Thiswill be top of the compression stroke. 7. Using a flat feeler gauge, measure ...
Page 26 - SPARK ARRESTER; • The muffler is equipped with a spark arrester to; INTAKE AIR COOLING VENT; • Check the intake air cooling vent and the area
26 9. Maintenance ■ SPARK ARRESTER • The muffler is equipped with a spark arrester to prevent red hot carbon from flying out of theexhaust outlet. Periodically inspect and clean asnecessary with a wire brush. In the State ofCalifornia it is required by law (Section 4442 ofthe California Public R...
Page 28 - Cleaning and storage; CLEANING; Drain all fuel from the fuel tank into a container.
28 10. Cleaning and storage ■ CLEANING Always turn off your trimmer before you clan orperform any maintenance on it. Use a small brush to clean off the outside of theu n i t . D o n o t u s e s t r o n g d e t e r g e n t s o n p l a s t i ch o u s i n g o r h a n d l e . T h e y c a n b e d a m...
Page 29 - Optional blade usage; CHOOSE THE BLADE; products which have been certified by RedMax.; SET UP; D e t a c h t h e l i n e h e a d a s s e m b l y c o m p l e t e l y .
Under growth Heavy weeds Light weeds Grass Saw blade 6298-11213 6298-15243 6298-14243 8-teeth blade 4-teeth blade Nylon line head CUTTER APPLICATIONCHART 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 t i n ga t t a c h m e n t a c c o r d i n g...
Page 30 - STARTING THE ENGINE
30 11. Optional blade usage Change the loop handle to the J-handle for safeoperation. (OPT4)(1) Bracket: 3583-14101(2) J-handle: 6367-14200 ■ STARTING THE ENGINE P l e a s e r e f e r 5 . F o r s a f e o p e r a t i o n ( P . 9 ~ 1 0 ) ,8.Operation (P.17~18). • The product is equipped with a cen...
Page 31 - Check the bolt to fasten the blade and be sure
11. Optional blade usage ■ OPERATION 1. Check the bolt to fasten the blade and be sure the bolt has no fault, and no abrasion. 2. Be sure that the blade and the holder have been fastened according to instruction and the bladeturns smoothly without abnormal noise. (OPT7) • The rotating parts fastened...
Page 34 - Troubleshooting guide; PROBLEM; Engine will not start.; ACTION; Pull the starter rope several; CAUSE
34 12. Troubleshooting guide PROBLEM Engine will not start. Engine will not idle. Engine will not accelerate. Engine lacks power to stallswhen cutting. Engine rope is difficult to pullor engine locks. Cutting head will notadvance line. ACTION Turn On/Off Stop Control to theSTART position.Fill fu...
Page 35 - 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 40 - 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 41 - RedMax TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER
EMISSION-RELATED PARTS, FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY OF THE MODEL BCX2600S 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 DEFECTI...
