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■ 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
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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
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See if cap packing is damaged
• Replace
6 Muffler • See if attachment is loose • Tighten screws and bolts
• 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
every every every
25 50 100
system/compornent procedure before hours hours hours note
use after after after
fuel leaks, fuel spillage wipe out ✔
fuel tank, air filter, fuel filter inspect/clean ✔✔ replace, if necessary
see
■ADJUSTING
replace carburetor
idle adjusting screw ✔
IDLING SPEED (p.20)
if necessary
clean and readjust
GAP: .025in(0.6~0.7mm)
spark plug ✔
plug gap replace, if necessary
cylinder fins, intake air cooling vent clean ✔
muffler, spark arrester, cylinder exhaust port
clean ✔
throttle lever, ignition switch check operation ✔
replace if
cutting parts ✔
something's wrong
gear case grease ✔
screws/nuts/bolts tighten/replace ✔✔not adjusting screws
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