■ 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 • Too loose, too tight • Adjust
• Stiff and difficult to move • Repair or replace
4 Engine attachment • See if fittings are loose • Tighten fittings
5 Fuel tank • See if attachment is loose • Tighten screws and bolts
• See if fuel pipe is damaged • Replace
•
See if cap packing is damaged
• Replace
6 Muffler • See if attachment is loose • Tighten screws and bolts
■ REGULAR MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
Check the stick edger for damage or problems at the intervals shown below.
Maintenance
•Always be sure to stop the engine before inspecting the stick edger for problems or
performing maintenance.
•Never alter the stick edger or take the engine apart.
•When replacing parts, always be sure to use only RedMax products or products which
have been certified by RedMax for use with the RedMax stick edger.
•Things to check before using stick edger
WARNING
Interval (number of hours)
Item to be checked 20 25 50 100 Comments
Engine
Remove grit from cylinder fins √
Clean air filter element √
Clean and adjust spark plugs √ distance of 0.25" (0.65mm)
Clean fuel tank √
Tighten cylinder bolts √
Tighten engine fittings √
Decarbonize muffler √
Main body
Lubricate gear case √
Remove grit from clutch drums √
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