•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.
WARNING
9. Maintenance
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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
• 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
7 Cutting blade • See if damaged or worn shorter • Replace
than usable length
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.17)
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
drive shaft grease ✔
cutting blade inspect/replace ✔ replace, if necessary
ENGINE
SHAFT
■ MAINTENANCE CHART
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control device and systems may be
performed by any non-road engine repair establishment or individual.