OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
GRASS TRIMMER
COUPE-HERBE
RECORTADORA
BC280
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
ADVERTENCIA
The engine exhaust from
this product contains
chemicals known to the
State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Les échappements du
moteur de ce produit
Los gases de escape del
motor de este producto
contienen sustancias
químicas conocidas por
el Estado de California
como causantes de cáncer,
malformaciones en recién
nacidos y otros problemas
de reproducción.
contiennent des produits
chimiques connus par l’Etat
de Californie comme étant
responsables de cancers,
d’anomalies congénitales
et d’autres atteintes à
l’appareil reproducteur.
ADVERTENCIA
WARNING
AVERTISSEMENT
Before using our products,
please read this manual
carefully to understand the
proper use of your unit.
Avant d’utiliser cette
ce produit, veuillez lire
attentivement ce manuel
afin de bien comprendre le
bon fonctionnement de cet
appareil.
Antes de usar nuestros
productos, lea detenidam-
ente este manual a fin de
familiarizarse con el uso
correcto de este aparato.
This spark ignition system complies with
the Canadian standard ICES-002.
Ce système d’allumage est conforme à la
norme NMB-002 du Canada.
Este sistema de la ignición se conforma
con los requisitos del estándar
Canadiense ICES-002.
NÚMEROS DE SERIE APLICABLES:
APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS:
NUMEROS DE SERIE APPLICABLES:
MOTEUR 2010-001N00001 et au-delà
UNIDAD DE MOTEUR 2010-001N00001
y superior
ENGINE UNIT 2010-001N00001 and up
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KEY TO SYMBOLS
Only intended for trimmer heads.
Symbols
WARNING: Clearing saws, brush-
cutters and trimmers can be dan-
gerous! Careless or incorrect use
can result in serious or fatal
injury to the operator or others.
Please read the operator’s manual
carefully and make sure you
understand the instructions
before using the machine.
Use unleaded or quality leaded
89 or higher octane gasoline
and ISO--L--EGD certified or
JASO FD registered two--stroke
oil mixed at a ratio of 2% (50:1).
Always wear:
S Hearing protection
S Approved eye protection
Other symbols/decals on the machine
refer to special certification requirements
for certain markets.
Watch out for thrown objects and
ricochets.
Stop the engine by pushing
and holding the stop switch
in the STOP position until the
engine stops before carrying
out any checks or maintenance.
The operator of the machine
must ensure, while working,
that no persons or animals
come closer than 50 feet
(15 meters).
Regular cleaning is required.
Visual check.
Arrows which show limits for
handle positioning.
Approved eye protection must
always be used.
Always wear approved protective
gloves.
Wear sturdy, non--slip boots.
Only use non--metallic, flexible
cutting attachments, i.e. trimmer
heads with trimmer line.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
FIRST AID KIT
Always have a first aid kit nearby.
Personal protective equipment
WARNING: Whenever you use a
clearing saw, brushcutter or trimmer
you must wear personal protective
equipment that is approved by the
authorities. Personal protective
equipment does not eliminate the risk
of accidents, but it can reduce the ef-
fects of an injury in the event of an
accident. Ask your dealer for help
when choosing protective equipment.
Machine’s safety equipment
This section describes the machine’s safe-
ty equipment, its purpose, and how checks
and maintenance should be carried out to
ensure that it operates correctly. See the
“What is what” section to locate where this
equipment is positioned on your machine.
The life span of the machine can be re-
duced and the risk of accidents can in-
crease if machine maintenance is not car-
ried out correctly and if service and/or re-
pairs are not carried out professionally. If
you need further information please contact
your nearest service workshop.
IMPORTANT! Listen for warning signals
or shouts when you are wearing hearing
protection. Always remove your hearing
protection as soon as the engine stops.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when necessary,
e.g., when fitting cutting attachments.
IMPORTANT! All servicing and repair work
on the machine requires special training. This
is especially true of the machine’s safety
equipment. If your machine fails any of the
checks described below you must contact
your servicing dealer. When you buy any of
our products we guarantee the availability of
professional repairs and service. If the retailer
who sells your machine is not a servicing
dealer, ask him for the address of your near-
est servicing dealer.
HEARING PROTECTION
Wear hearing protection that provides
adequate noise reduction.
WARNING: Never use a machine
that has faulty safety equipment!
Carry out the inspection, mainte-
nance and service routines listed in
this section. If your machine fails any
of these checks, contact your service
agent to get it repaired.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear approved eye protection. If
you use a visor then you must also wear
approved protective goggles. Approved
protective goggles must comply with
standard ANSI Z87.1.
Throttle lock--out
The throttle lock--out is designed to prevent
accidental operation of the throttle control.
When you press the lock (A) (i.e. when you
grasp the handle) it releases the throttle
control (B). When you release the handle,
the throttle control and the throttle lock--out
both move back to their original positions.
This movement is controlled by two inde-
pendent return springs. This arrangement
means that the throttle control is automati-
cally locked at the idle setting.
BOOTS
Wear sturdy, non--slip boots.
A
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and
avoid loose clothing that can catch on
twigs and branches. Always wear heavy,
long pants. Do not wear jewelry, shorts
sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder level.
B
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Stop switch
Make sure the throttle control is locked at
the idle setting when the throttle lock--out is
released.
Make sure the engine stops when you push
and hold the stop switch.
Press the throttle lock--out and make sure it
returns to its original position when you re-
lease it.
Cutting attachment guard
This guard is intended to prevent loose ob-
jects from being thrown towards the opera-
tor. The guard also protects the operator
from accidental contact with the cutting at-
tachment.
Check that the throttle control and throttle
lock--out move freely and that the return
springs work properly.
Check that the guard is undamaged and not
cracked. Replace the guard if it has been
exposed to impact or is cracked.
Always use the recommended guard for the
cutting attachment you are using. See the
“Technical data” section.
See instructions under the heading Start.
Start the machine and apply full throttle.
Release the throttle and check that the
cutting attachment stops and remains at a
standstill. If the cutting attachment rotates
with the throttle in the idle position then the
carburettor idle setting must be checked.
See instructions under the heading
Maintenance.
WARNING: Never use a cutting
attachment without an approved
guard. See the section on “Technical
data”. If an incorrect or faulty guard
is fitted this can cause serious
personal injury.
Use of incorrectly wound trimmer line or an
incorrect cutting attachment increases the
level of vibration.
WARNING: Overexposure to
vibration can lead to circulatory
damage or nerve damage in people
who have impaired circulation.
Contact your doctor if you experi-
ence symptoms of overexposure to
vibration. Such symptoms include
numbness, loss of feeling, tingling,
pricking, pain, loss of strength,
changes in skin color or condition.
These symptoms normally appear
in the fingers, hands or wrists. The
risk increases at low temperatures.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Muffler
Checking, maintaining and
servicing the machine’s
safety equipment
The muffler is designed to reduce the noise
level and to direct the exhaust gases away
from the operator.
IMPORTANT!
CAUTION! Muffler is fitted with a catalytic
converter designed to reduce exhaust gas
emissions.
All servicing and repair work on the
machine requires special training. This is
especially true of the machine’s safety
equipment. If your machine fails any of the
checks described below you must contact
your servicing dealer. When you buy any
of our products we guarantee the availabil-
ity of professional repairs and service. If
the retailer who sells your machine is not a
servicing dealer, ask him for the address of
your nearest servicing dealer.
For mufflers, it is very important that you fol-
low the instructions on checking, maintain-
ing, and servicing your machine.
See Checking, maintaining and servicing the
machine’s safety equipment section.
Stop switch
S Start the engine and make sure the engine
stops when you push and hold the stop
switch.
CAUTION: Mufflers fitted with cata-
lytic converters get very hot during use
and remain so for some time after stop-
ping. This also applies at idle speed. Con-
tact can result in burns to the skin. Re-
member the risk of fire!
WARNING: The inside of the
muffler contain chemicals that may
be carcinogenic. Avoid contact
with these elements in the event of
a damaged muffler.
Cutting attachment guard
WARNING: Engine exhaust
fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which can cause carbon monoxide
poisoning. DO NOT start or run the
machine indoors, or anywhere that
is poorly ventilated. The exhaust
fumes from the engine are hot and
may contain sparks which can start
a fire. Never start the machine in-
doors or near combustible material!
S Ensure that the guard is undamaged and
is not cracked.
Cutting equipment
A trimmer head is intended for trimming
grass.
S Replace the guard if it has been exposed
to impact or is cracked.
S Always use the recommended guard for
the cutting attachment you are using. See
section on “Technical data”.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Muffler
WARNING: Never use a machine
with faulty safety equipment. The
machine’s safety equipment must be
checked and maintained as
described in this section. If your
machine fails any of these checks
contact your servicing dealer to get
it repaired. Use of a machine with
faulty safety equipment increases
the risk of serious personal injury tp
the operator or others.
S Never use a machine that has a faulty
muffler.
IMPORTANT!
This section describes how to choose and
maintain your cutting equipment in order to:
Obtain maximum cutting performance.
Extend the life of cutting equipment.
Only use cutting attachments with the guards
we recommend! See the section on
“Technical data”.
S Regularly check that the muffler is securely
attached to the machine.
Refer to the instructions for the cutting attach-
ment to check the correct way to load the
trimmer line and the correct line diameter.
S The muffler on this unit is equipped with a
special spark arrestor mesh. The mesh
should be checked and, if necessary.
cleaned by a servicing dealer. A blocked
mesh will cause the machine to overheat,
which can lead to serious damage. Never
use a muffler with a defective spark arres-
tor mesh. See the Maintenance section.
Trimmer head
S Only use the recommended cutting at-
tachments. See the section on “Technical
data”.
Cutting equipment
This section describes how to choose and
maintain your cutting equipment in order to:
S Obtain maximum cutting performance.
S Extend the life of cutting equipment.
S Smaller machines generally require small
trimmer heads and vice versa. This is be-
cause when clearing using trimmer line the
engine must throw out the trimmer line ra-
dially from the trimmer head and overcome
the resistance of the grass being cleared.
S The length of the trimmer line is also im-
portant. A longer trimmer line requires
greater engine power than a shorter
trimmer line of the same diameter.
General rules:
1. Only use cutting attachments with the
guards we recommend! See the section
on “Technical Data”.
S Make sure that the cutter on the trimmer
guard is intact. This is used to cut the
trimmer line to the correct length.
S To increase the life of the trimmer line it
can be soaked in water for a couple of
days. This will make the line tougher so
that it lasts longer.
2. Check the cutting attachment for damage
or cracks. A damaged cutting attachment
should always be replaced.
IMPORTANT!
Always ensure the trimmer line is wound
tightly and evenly around the drum, otherwise
the machine will generate harmful vibration.
WARNING: Always stop the en-
gine before doing any work on the
cutting attachment. This continues
to rotate even after the throttle has
been released. Ensure that the
cutting attachment has stopped
completely and disconnect the
lead from the spark plug before
you start to work on it.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety precautions
WARNING: A faulty cutting at-
tachment may increase the risk of
serious personal injury.
IMPORTANT!
S The machine is only designed for trimming
grass.
Personal protection
S The only accessories you can operate
with this engine unit are the cutting at-
tachments we recommend in the “Tech-
nical data” section.
S Never use wire, rope, string, etc.
S Never use the machine if you are tired, if
you have drunk alcohol, or if you are tak-
ing medication that could affect your vi-
sion, your judgment or your coordination.
S Never use the machine in extreme weath-
er conditions such as severe cold, very hot
and/or humid climates.
S Never use a machine that has been modi-
fied in any way from its original specifica-
tion.
S Wear personal protective equipment. See
instructions in the “Personal protective
equipment” section.
S Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry
out the checks, maintenance and service
instructions described in this manual.
Some maintenance and service measures
must be carried out by trained and quali-
fied specialists. See instructions in the
“Maintenance” section.
S All covers and guards must be fitted before
starting. Make sure the spark plug cap and
lead are not damaged. Otherwise you
could get an electric shock.
S Always wear boots and
other equipment described
in the “Personal protective
equipment” section.
S Always wear working
clothes and heavy--duty
long pants.
S Never wear loose fitting
clothes or jewelry.
S Persons with long hair
should (for personal safety)
put their hair up.
Safety instructions regarding the
surroundings
S Never allow children to use the machine.
S Ensure no one comes closer than 50 feet
(15 meters) when working.
S Never allow anyone else to use the
machine without first ensuring that they
have understood the contents of the
operator’s manual.
Safety instructions before starting
work
S The machine operator must ensure that
no people or animals come closer than
50 feet (15 meters) while working.
S Stay clear of spinning line.
S Secure or remove loose clothing or cloth-
ing with loosely hanging ties, straps, tas-
sels, etc. They can be caught in moving
parts.
S Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
S Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
S Always keep the engine on the right hand
side of your body.
S Hold the unit firmly with both hands.
S Keep trimmer head below waist level and
away from all parts of your body. Do not
raise engine above your waist.
S Keep all parts of your body away from
muffler and spinning line. Keep engine be-
low waist level. A hot muffler can cause
serious burns.
S Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach or use from unstable surfaces
such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, roof-
tops, etc.
S Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
S Use only for jobs explained in this manual.
S Inspect the working area. Remove any
objects such as stones, broken glass,
nails, steel wire, string, etc. that can be
thrown or can wrap around the cutting
head or shaft.
S Keep others at a safe distance. Children,
animals, onlookers and helpers should
stand outside of the safety zone of 50
feet (15 meters). Bystanders should be
encouraged to wear safety glasses. Stop
the machine immediately if anyone
should approach.
S Check the entire machine before starting
work. Replace damaged parts. Check for
fuel leakage and that all safety guards
and covers are complete and fastened
securely. Check all nuts and bolts.
S Check the cutting head
for cracks or any other
damage.
S Ensure the trimmer guard
is mounted and not
damaged.
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S Check that the trimmer head and guard
S Never start the machine:
are correctly secured.
S If you have spilled fuel on it. Wipe off
the spillage and allow remaining fuel to
evaporate.
S When adjusting the carburetor, make sure
the lower end is supported and that no one
is in the immediate vicinity.
S Make sure the cutting head does not rotate
when idling.
S Make sure the handle and safety features
are in order. Never use a machine that has
parts missing or has been changed in
relation to the specification.
S Only use the machine for the purpose for
which it was intended.
S If you have spilled fuel on yourself or
your clothes, change your clothes. Wash
any part of your body that has come in
contact with fuel. Use soap and water.
S If the machine is leaking fuel. Check
regularly for leaks from the fuel cap
and fuel lines.
S Avoid all skin contact with fuel. Fuel is
a skin irritant and may even cause skin
damage.
Transporting and storage
Starting
S Store and transport the machine and fuel
so that there is no risk of any leakage or
fumes coming into contact with sparks or
naked flames, for example, from electri-
cal machinery, electric motors, electrical
relays/switches or boilers.
WARNING: When the engine is
started with the choke in either the
choke or start throttle positions the
cutting attachment will start to
rotate immediately.
S When storing and transporting fuel al-
ways use approved containers intended
for this purpose.
S When storing the machine for long peri-
ods the fuel tank must be emptied. Con-
tact your local gas station to find out
where to dispose of excess fuel.
S Ensure the machine is cleaned and that
a complete service is carried out before
long--term storage.
S Ensure that all of the engine covers and
housings are properly fitted before the unit
is started.
S Never start or attempt to run the unit with
the clutch, clutch drum, clutch cover, or
driveshaft removed.
WARNING: Take care when han-
dling fuel. Bear in mind the risk of
fire, explosion and inhaling fumes.
S Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust
fumes can be dangerous if inhaled.
S Observe your surroundings and make sure
that there is no risk of people or animals
coming into contact with the cutting equip-
ment.
General working instructions
IMPORTANT!
This section describes the basic safety pre-
cautions for working with trimmers. If you
encounter a situation where you are uncer-
tain how to proceed you should ask an ex-
pert. Contact your servicing dealer.
Avoid all usage which you consider to be
beyond your capability.
S See the “Starting and Stopping” section for
complete instructions.
Fuel safety
You must understand the difference between
forestry clearing, grass clearing and grass
trimming before use.
S Always use a fuel container with an anti--
spill valve.
S Never refuel the machine while the engine
is running.
Basic safety rules
S Always stop the engine and let it cool for a
few minutes before refueling.
S Make sure there is plenty of ventilation
when refueling or mixing fuel (gasoline and
2--stroke oil).
S Move the machine at least 10 feet (3 me-
ters) from the refueling point before start-
1. Look around you:
S To ensure that people, animals or other
things cannot affect your control of the
machine.
S To ensure that people, animals, etc.,
do not come into contact with the cut-
ting attachment or loose objects that
are thrown out by the cutting attach-
ment.
Min. 10 ft.
(3 m)
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
S CAUTION! Do not use the machine
unless you are able to call for help in
the event of an accident.
S
Reduce the risk of damaging plants by
shortening the trimmer line to 4--4 1/2 inches
(10--12 cm) and reducing the engine speed.
2. Do not use the machine in bad weather,
such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong
wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad
weather is tiring and often brings added
risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable
felling direction, etc.
S When trimming you should use less than
full throttle so that the trimmer line lasts
longer and to reduce the wear on the
trimmer head.
Clearing
3. Make sure you can move and stand safely.
Check the area around you for possible ob-
stacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc.)
in case you have to move suddenly. Take
great care when working on sloping ground.
S The clearing technique removes all un-
wanted vegetation. Keep the trimmer
head just above the ground and tilt it. Let
the end of the trimmer line strike the
ground around trees, posts, statues and
the like. CAUTION! This technique
increases the wear on the trimmer line.
4. Switch off the engine before moving to
another area.
5. Never put the machine down with the engine
running or while the cutting attachment is
rotating.
S The trimmer line wears quicker and must
be fed forward more often when working
against stones, brick, concrete, metal
fences, etc., than when coming into con-
tact with trees and wooden fences.
Basic working techniques
S Always slow the engine to idle speed after
each working operation. Long periods at
full throttle without any load on the engine
can lead to serious engine damage.
S It is recommended that the engine not
be operated for longer than 1 minute at
full throttle with no load.
Cutting
S The trimmer is ideal for cutting grass that
is difficult to reach using a normal lawn
mower. Keep the trimmer line parallel to
the ground when cutting. Avoid pressing
the trimmer head against the ground as
this can ruin the lawn and damage the
tool.
Grass trimming using a trimmer head
Trimming
S Hold the trimmer head just above the
ground at an angle. It is the end of the trim-
mer line that does the work. Let the trim-
mer line work at its own pace. Never press
the trimmer line into the area to be cut.
S Do not allow the trimmer head to con-
stantly come into contact with the ground
during normal cutting. Constant contact
of this type can cause damage and wear
to the trimmer head.
S The trimmer line can easily remove grass
and weeds up against walls, fences, trees
and borders, however it can also damage
sensitive bark on trees and bushes, and
damage fence posts.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Sweeping
WARNING: Sometimes
branches or grass get caught
between the guard and cutting
attachment or wrapped around the
shaft. Neither the operator of the
machine nor anyone else may at-
tempt to remove the cut material
while the engine is running or the
cutting equipment is rotating,
as this can result in serious injury.
Stop the engine and cutting equip-
ment before you remove material.
The bevel gear can get hot during
use and may remain so for a while
afterwards. You could get burned if
you touch it.
S The fan effect of the rotating line can be
used for quick and easy clearing up.
Hold the trimmer line parallel to and
above the area to be swept and move
the tool to and fro.
WARNING: Watch out for
thrown objects. Always wear
approved eye protection. Never
lean over the cutting attachment
guard. Stones, rubbish, etc. can be
thrown up into the eyes causing
blindness or serious injury. Keep
unauthorised persons at a dis-
tance. Children, animals, onlookers
and helpers should be kept outside
the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the
machine immediately if anyone
approaches. Never swing the ma-
chine around without first checking
behind you to make sure no one is
within the safety zone.
S When cutting and sweeping you should
use full throttle to obtain the best results.
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WHAT IS WHAT?
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5
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What is what?
1. Trimmer head
2. Grease filler cap
3. Bevel gear
4. Cutting attachment guard
5. Shaft
6. Loop handle
7. Throttle control
8. Stop switch
9. Throttle lock--out
10. Cylinder cover
11. Starter handle
12. Fuel tank
13. Choke control
14. Primer bulb
18
15. Air filter cover
16. Handle adjustment
17. Drive disc
18. Operator’s manual (EPA)
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ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Make sure unit is assembled cor-
Fitting the trimmer guard and
trimmer head
rectly as shown in this manual.
Fitting the loop handle
S Position the handle on the shaft. Note
that the handle must be mounted be-
tween the two arrows on the shaft.
S Fit the correct trimmer guard (A) for use
with the trimmer head. Hook the trimmer
guard/combination guard onto the fitting
on the shaft and secure with the bolt (D).
B
D
C
S Fit twing
nut as shown in the diagram.
S Tighten the wing nut.
A
A
S Fit the drive disc (B) on the output shaft.
S Turn the shaft until one of the holes in the
drive disc aligns with the corresponding
hole in the gear housing.
S Insert hex wrench (C) in the hole to lock
the shaft.
S Screw on the trimmer head (H) in the op-
posite direction to the direction of rota-
tion.
S To dismantle, follow the instructions in
the reverse order.
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FUEL HANDLING
Fuel
IMPORTANT! If the octane rating of the
mid-grade gasoline in your area is lower
than 89 octane use premium unleaded
gasoline. The majority of all 2--stroke
engine manufacturers in the USA and
Canada recommend using gasoline with 89
octane or higher.
Note! The machine is equipped with a
2--stroke engine and must always be run us-
ing a mixture of gasoline and two-stroke en-
gine oil. It is important to accurately measure
the amount of oil to be mixed to ensure that
the correct mixture is obtained. When mixing
small amounts of fuel, even small inaccura-
cies can drastically affect the ratio of the
mixture.
CAUTION! Gasoline with an octane rating
lower than 89 will greatly increase the en-
gines operating temperature. Low octane
gasoline will cause detonation (knock)
resulting in piston seizures and major inter-
nal engine components damage.
Poor quality gasolines or oils may damage
sealing rings, fuel lines or fuel tank of the
engine.
WARNING: Always ensure there
is adequate ventilation when han-
dling fuel.
Gasoline
S Use good quality unleaded gasoline.
IMPORTANT! Failures caused by operating
engines on gasoline with octane rating low-
er than 89 are not covered by the RedMax
2--stroke engine warranty.
WARNING: Gasoline is very
flammable. Avoid smoking or
bringing any flame or sparks near
fuel. Make sure to stop the engine
and allow it cool before refueling
the unit. Select outdoor bare
ground for fueling and move at
least 10 feet (3 meters) away from
the fueling point before starting
the engine.
CAUTION! Alternative fuels such as E--15
(15% ethanol), E--20 (20% ethanol), E--85
(85% ethanol) are NOT classified as gasoline
and are NOT approved for use in RedMax
2--stroke gasoline engines. Use of alternative
fuels will cause major engine performance
and durability problems such as: improper
clutch engagements, overheating, vapor
lock, power loss, lubrication deficiency, de-
terioration of fuel lines, gaskets and internal
carburetor components, etc. Alternative
fuels cause high moisture absorption into
the fuel/oil mixture leading to oil and fuel
separation.
Gasoline requirements
S All 2--stroke RedMax products are pow-
ered by professional-commercial duty,
hi--performance, hi--RPM, air cooled
2--stroke engines. RedMax hi--performance
2--stroke engines produce higher HP
outputs as compared to standard home
owner duty or light commercial duty
production engines offered by most
manufacturers.
Oil requirements
S Use only RedMax “Max Life” synthetic
blend premium air--cooled 2--stroke en-
gine oil or oil certified to ISO--L--EGD
(ISO/CD 1378) standard and one that is
JASO--FD registered. RedMax air--cooled
“Max Life” synthetic blend premium
2--stroke engine oil and ISO--L--EGD
(ISO/CD 1378) AND JASO--FD oils are
fully compatible with gasoline’s containing
10% Ethanol. RedMax air--cooled “Max
Life” synthetic blend premium 2--stroke
engine oil and ISO--L--EGD (ISO/CD
1378) AND JASO--FD oils are universal
and should be mixed at 50:1 ratio for all
2--stroke air cooled engines sold in the
past regardless of mixing ratios specified
in those manuals.
S Exhaust emission are controlled by the
fundamental engine parameters and com-
ponents (eg. carburation, ignition timing
and port timing) without addition of any
major hardware or the introduction of an
inert material during combustion.
S The RedMax engines are registered and
certified with CARB (California Air Re-
sources Board) and EPA (Environmental
Protection Agency) to operate on clean,
mid--grade
89 octane or premium, unleaded (lead--free)
gasoline and RedMax air--cooled “Max Life”
synthetic blend premium 2--stroke engine oil
mixed at 50:1 ratio.
S Unleaded gasoline is recommended to
reduce the contamination of the air for the
sake of your health and the environment.
S This hi--performance air cooled 2--stroke
engine requires the use of minimum 89
octane [R+M]/2 (mid--grade or premium)
clean gasoline. Gasoline may contain a
maximum of 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol)
or up to 15% MTBE (Methyl tertiary--butyl
ether). Gasoline containing Methanol
(Wood Alcohol) is NOT approved.
S If the oil is registered with JASO, the
JASO Logo with FD and registration num-
ber will be displayed on the container.
The highest JASO rating is “FD”, which
equals the ISO--L--EGD rating. Lower rat-
ings are “FC”, “FB”, and “FA”.
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FUEL HANDLING
Mixing
S Always mix the gasoline and oil in a clean
container intended for fuel.
S Always start by flling half the amount of the
gasoline to be used. Then add the entire
amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture.
Add the remaining amount of gasoline.
S Mix (shake) the fuel mixture thoroughly be-
fore filling the machine’s fuel tank.
S Do not mix more than one month’s supply
of fuel at a time.
S Engine problems due to inadequate
lubrication caused by failure to use ISO--
L--EGD certified and JASO FD registered
oil such as RedMax air--cooled “MaxLife”
synthetic blend premium 2--stroke oil
WILL VOID THE REDMAX TWO-
S If the machine is not used for some time, the
fuel tank should be emptied and cleaned.
Fueling
STROKE ENGINE WARRANTY.
CAUTION! Do not use NMMA (National Ma-
rine Manufacturers Association), BIA (Boating
Industry Association), and TCW (two-- cycle
water cooled) oils designed for mopeds or
outboard, water cooled marine engines. Do
not use API (American Petroleum Institute),
TC (2--cycle) labeled oils. The API--TC test
standard has been discontinued by API in
1995 and it no longer exists.
AVERTISSEMENT! Taking the
following precautions will lessen
the risk of fire:
Do not smoke and do not place any
hot objects in the vicinity of fuel.
Always stop the engine and let it
cool for a few minutes before re-
fueling.
When refueling, open the fuel cap
slowly so that any excess pressure
is released gently.
Gasoline/oil mixture recommenda-
tions
Tighten the fuel cap carefully after
refueling.
Store your gasoline or gasoline/oil mixture
in a cool, dry area in a tightly sealed ap-
proved container to limit the entry of mois-
ture and additional air (oxygen). Moisture
and air cause the development of varnish
and gum, making the fuel stale. Stored gas-
oline and gasoline/oil mixture ages and
loses its octane rating and volatility. Do not
mix more gasoline/oil than you intend to use
in 30 days, and 60 days when fuel stabilizer
is added. RedMax air--cooled “Max Life”
synthetic blend premium 2--stroke engine oil
contains fuel stabilizer and will automatical-
ly extend your gasoline/oil mixture life up to
60 days.
Always move the machine away from
the refueling area before starting.
Min. 10 ft.
(3 m)
S Clean the area around the fuel cap.
Contamination in the tank can cause
operating problems.
S Ensure that the fuel is well mixed by shak-
ing the container before filling the tank.
Mixing ratio
Recommended mixing ratio:
50:1 for all engines
WARNING: Fuel and fuel vapors
are highly flammable. Take care
when handling fuel . Be aware of
the risks of fire, explosion and
those associated with inhalation.
2-stroke oil
Gasoline
2% (50:1)
Liter
Liter
5
0.10
10
15
0.43/0.20
0.30
20
0.40
U.S. gallon
1
U.S. fl. oz.
2 1/2
2 1/2
5
6 1/2
12 7/8
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STARTING AND STOPPING
Cold engine
Check before starting
Primer bulb: Press the primer bulb 10
times until fuel begins to fill the bulb. The
primer bulb need not be completely filled.
S Inspect the unit before each use. Re-
place damaged parts. Check for fuel
leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in
place and secure. Make sure the cutting
attachment is properly installed and se-
curely fastened. Use only flexible, non-
metallic line recommended by the
manufacturer. Never use, for example,
wire or wire rope, which can break off
and become a dangerous projectile.
S Check that the trimmer head and trimmer
guard are not damaged or cracked.
Replace the trimmer head or trimmer
guard if they have been exposed to
impact or are cracked.
Choke: Move the blue engine choke lever
to the closed position.
Starting
Hold the body of the machine on the
ground using your left hand (CAUTION!
Not with your foot!).
Firmly grip the starter rope handle with
your right hand. DO NOT squeeze
throttle trigger. Slowly pull out the cord
until you feel some resistance (the starter
pawls grip); then quickly and powerfully
pull the cord.
S Never use the machine without a guard
nor with a defective guard.
Never wrap the starter cord around
your hand.
Repeat pulling the cord until the engine
attempts to start. Move the blue engine
choke lever to the ½ position. Pull starter
rope until engine runs. Move the blue en-
gine choke lever to the opened position.
Starting and stopping
WARNING: The complete clutch,
clutch cover, and shaft must be
fitted before the machine is started,
otherwise parts could come loose
and cause personal injury.
Always move the machine away
from the refueling area before
starting. Place the machine on a
flat surface. Ensure the cutting at-
tachment cannot come into contact
with any object.
Make sure no unauthorized persons
are in the working area, otherwise
there is a risk of serious personal
injury. The safety distance is 50 feet
(15 meters).
NOTE: If engine dies, return blue engine
choke lever to the closed position and
repeat starting steps.
CAUTION! Do not pull the starter cord all
the way out and do not let go of the starter
handle when the cord is fully extended.
This can damage the machine.
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STARTING AND STOPPING
Warm engine
Stopping
With a warm engine, move the blue engine
choke lever to the ½ position. Pull starter
rope until engine runs. Move the blue
Stop the engine by pushing and holding
the stop switch in the STOP position until
the engine stops.
engine choke lever to the opened position.
WARNING: When the engine is
started with the choke in the closed
position the cutting attachment will
start to rotate immediately.
MAINTENANCE
The owner is responsible for the perfor-
mance of all required maintenance as
defined in the operator’s manual.
WARNING: The cutting attach-
ment may be spinning during carbu-
retor adjustments. Wear your protec-
tive equipment and observe all safe-
ty instructions. Be sure the cutting
attachment stops turning when the
engine idles. When the unit is turned
off, make sure the cutting attach-
ments has stopped before the unit is
set down.
WARNING: Improper mainte-
nance could result in serious engine
damage or in serious injury.
Carburetor
Your product has been designed and
manufactured to specifications that reduce
harmful emissions. After the engine has
used 8--10 tanks of fuel, the engine will be
run--in. To ensure that it continues to run at
peak performance and to minimize harmful
exhaust emissions after the run--in period,
ask your servicing dealer to adjust your car-
buretor.
CAUTION! If the cutting attachment rotates
when the engine is idling the idle adjustment
screw T should be turned counterclockwise
until the cutting attachment stops.
Rec. idle speed:
See “Technical data” section.
Recommended max. speed:
See “Technical data” section.
WARNING: The complete clutch,
clutch cover, and shaft must be
fitted before the machine is started,
otherwise parts could come loose
and cause personal injury.
Fine adjustment of the idle speed--T
Adjust the idle speed using the idle adjust-
ment screw--T if it is necessary to readjust.
First, turn the idle adjustment screw--T
clockwise until the cutting attachment starts
to rotate. Then, turn the screw counterc-
lockwise until the cutting attachment stops.
The idle speed is correctly adjusted when
the engine will run smoothly in every posi-
tion. The idle speed should also be well
below the speed at which the cutting at-
tachment starts to rotate.
Function
S The carburetor governs the engine’s
speed via the throttle control. Air and fuel
are mixed in the carburetor.
S The T--screw regulates the throttle setting
at idle speed. If the T--screw is turned
clockwise this gives a higher idle speed;
turning it counterclockwise gives a lower
idle speed.
Idle Speed
Screw--T
Basic setting
S The basic carburetor settings are ad-
justed during testing at the factory. Fine
adjustment should be carried out by a
skilled technician.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING: If the idle speed can-
CAUTION: Mufflers fitted with cata-
lytic converters get very hot during use
and remain so for some time after stop-
ping. This also applies at idle speed. Con-
tact can result in burns to the skin. Re-
member the risk of fire!
not be adjusted so that the cutting
attachment stops, contact your ser-
vicing dealer. Do not use the ma-
chine until it has been correctly ad-
justed or repaired.
Unit/Maintenance Safety
Disconnect the spark plug before perform-
ing maintenance, except carburetor adjust-
ments.
WARNING: The inside of the
muffler contain chemicals that may
be carcinogenic. Avoid contact
with these elements in the event of
a damaged muffler.
Muffler
WARNING: Engine exhaust
fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which can cause carbon monoxide
poisoning. DO NOT start or run the
machine indoors, or anywhere that
is poorly ventilated. The exhaust
fumes from the engine are hot and
may contain sparks which can start
a fire. Never start the machine in-
doors or near combustible material!
CAUTION! Muffler is fitted with a catalytic
converter designed to reduce harmful ex-
haust gases.
Spark plug
The muffler is designed to reduce the noise
level and to direct the exhaust gases away
from the operator. The exhaust gases are
hot and can contain sparks, which may
cause fire if directed against dry and com-
bustible material.
The spark plug condition is influenced by:
S Incorrect carburetor adjustment.
S An incorrect fuel mixture (too much or in-
correct type of oil).
S A dirty air filter.
These factors cause deposits on the spark
plug electrodes, which may result in operat-
ing problems and starting difficulties.
If the machine is low on power, difficult to
start or runs poorly at idle speed: always
check the spark plug first before taking
any further action. If the spark plug is dirty,
clean it and check that the electrode gap is
0.024″ (0.6 mm). The spark plug should be
replaced after about a month in operation or
earlier if necessary.
Mufflers are equipped with a special spark
arrestor mesh. The mesh should be
checked and, if necessary. cleaned by a
servicing dealer. If the mesh is damaged,
it should be replaced. If the mesh is fre-
quently blocked, this can be a sign that the
performance of the catalytic converter is
impaired. Contact your servicing dealer to
inspect the muffler. A blocked mesh will
cause the machine to overheat and result
in damage to the cylinder and piston.
CAUTION! Always use the recommended
spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark
plug can damage the piston/cylinder.
Muffler bolts
Spark arrestor mesh
0.024″ (0.6 mm)
CAUTION! Never use a machine that has
a faulty or loose muffler. Ensure the muffler
bolts are tight.
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MAINTENANCE
Air filter
Maintenance schedule
Below you will find some general mainte-
nance instructions.
Daily maintenance
S Check throttle trigger and throttle trigger
lockout function.
The air filter must be regularly cleaned to
remove dust and dirt in order to avoid:
S Carburetor malfunctions
S Check that the stop switch works
correctly.
S Starting problems
S Check that there are no fuel leaks from
the engine, tank or fuel lines.
S Check that the cutter does not rotate
when the engine is idling.
S Loss of engine power
S Unnecessary wear to engine parts
S Excessive fuel consumption
S Clean the outside of the machine.
S Check that the harness is not damaged.
S Check that the blade guard is not dam-
aged or cracked.
S Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to
impact or is cracked.
S A non--balanced trimmer head induces
heavy vibrations that may damage the
machine.
S Check that nuts and screws are tight.
S Check that the trimmer head is tight.
Clean the filter every 25 hours, or more
regularly if conditions are exceptionally
dusty.
Weekly maintenance
S Check the starter and starter cord.
S Clean the carburetor area.
Cleaning the air filter
Remove the air filter cover and take out the
filter. Wash it clean in warm, soapy water.
Rinse thoroughly. Ensure that the filter is dry
before refitting it.
S Clean the outside of the spark plug. Re-
move it and check the electrode gap. Ad-
just the gap to 0.024″ (0.6 mm), or
replace the spark plug. Use resistor spark
plug Champion RCJ--8Y or equivalent.
S Clean the cooling fins on the cylinder and
check that the air intake near the starter
is not blocked.
An air filter that has been in use for a long
time cannot be cleaned completely. The
filter must therefore be replaced with a new
one at regular intervals. A damaged air
filter must always be replaced.
S Clean the air filter.
Monthly maintenance
Bevel gear
S Clean the fuel tank.
S Clean the outside of the carburetor and
the space around it.
S Clean the fan and the area around it.
S Check fuel lines for cracks or other dam-
age. Change if necessary.
S Change the fuel filter in fuel tank.
S Check the clutch, clutch springs and the
clutch drum for wear. Replace if neces-
sary.
The bevel gear is filled with the right quan-
tity of grease at the factory. However, be-
fore using the machine you should check
that the bevel gear is filled three--quarters
full with grease.
S Check electrical wires and connections.
S Replace the spark plug. Use resistor
spark plug Champion RCJ--8Y or equiva-
lent.
S Change the air filter.
The grease in the bevel gear does not nor-
mally need to be changed except if repairs
are carried out.
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Trimmer Head Line Loading Instructions
1
2
3
6 m
20i
3 m
10i
4
6
5
7
8
9
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TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data
BC280
Engine
3
Cylinder volume, cu.in./cm
Cylinder bore, inch/mm
Stroke, inch/mm
Idle speed, rpm
1.7/28
1.4/35
1.130/28.7
2,800--3,200
10,000
8,000
Recommended max. speed, rpm
Speed of output shaft, rpm
Max. engine output, acc. to ISO 8893, hp/kW
Catalytic converter muffler
1.1/0.8
Yes
Yes
Speed--regulated ignition system
Ignition system
Manufacturer/type of ignition system
Spark plug
Walbro/CD
Champion RCJ--8Y
0.024/0.6
Electrode gap, inch/mm
Fuel and lubrication system
Manufacturer/type of carburetor
Fuel tank capacity, US pint/liter
Weight
Zama
0.85/0.4
Weight without fuel, cutting attachment and guard, lbs/kg
Sound levels
11/4.8
94/97
(see note 1)
Equivalent sound pressure level at the user’s ear,
measured according to ANSI B175.3--1997, dB(A),
min/max:
Vibration levels
Vibration levels at handles, measured according to
2
ANSIB175.3--1997, m/s
At idle, left/right handles:
At max. speed, left/right handles:
3/5
9/8
NOTE! This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES--002.
Note 1: Equivalent sound pressure level is calculated as the time--weighted energy total for
sound pressure levels under various working conditions with the following time distribution:
1/2 idle and 1/2 max. speed.
NOTE! Sound pressure at the user’s ear and vibration on the handles are measured with
all the machine’s approved cutting equipment fitted.
Model BC280 (M10 LH arbor shaft thread)
Approved accessories Type
Cutting attachment / guard, part. no.
Trimmer head
MT104
576 26 08--01 / 545 08 17 03
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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
RedMax Limited Warranty, provides to the
warranty statement. “Lifetime” free of
charge parts is only for a period of seven
(7) years after the last date of the complete
unit’s final production. This warranty does
ORIGINAL retail purchaser that this RedMax
product is free from DEFECTS in MATERIAL
and WORKMANSHIP under normal use and
maintenance from the date of retail purchase. not cover damage other than that resulting
RedMax agrees to repair or replace at our
discretion, any defective product, free of
charge at any authorized RedMax servicing
dealer using original RedMax replacement
parts, within the listed below application time
periods, limitations and exclusions.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXTENDED
TO THE FIRST, ORIGINAL RETAIL PUR-
CHASER ONLY, AND IT IS NOT TRANS-
FERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS.
This warranty is separate from the Emission
Control Warranty Statement supplied with
your new product. Please consult your Emis-
sion Control Warranty Statement for details.
from defects in material or workmanship.
RedMax DOES NOT OFFER AN OVER
THE COUNTER EXCHANGE PROGRAM.
Any product sold, serviced or re--built by
other than a RedMax Authorized Servicing
Dealer, is sold as is without RedMax stan-
dard warranty coverage. Repair parts and
accessories replaced under this warranty
are warranted only for the BALANCE of the
original unit or accessory warranty period.
All parts or products replaced under war-
ranty become the property of RedMax.
PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS,
SHORT BLOCKS AND ACCESSO-
RIES
PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD
These items carry a 90-day residential, or
non-income producing use, and 90-day
commercial, institutional, agricultural, indus-
trial, income producing, or rental application
warranty.
PRODUCTS PURCHASED FOR
NON-INCOME PRODUCING USE
(Home Owner)
Complete units purchased for residential, or
non-income producing use, will be covered
by this limited warranty for two (2) years
from the date of retail purchase. The elec-
tronic ignition module, the brush cutter/trim-
mer drive shafts, are warranted for the life*
of the product on parts only.
CUTTING ATTACHMENTS
SUPPLIED WITH PRODUCTS
All original equipment cutting attachments
used in residential, or non-income produc-
ing use, such as, but not limited to, bars,
chains, sprockets, blades, nylon trimmer
heads, will be covered for failures due to
defects in material or workmanship for a
period of sixty (60) days from the original
product purchase date. Any misuse from
contact with, rocks, or other non-approved
materials and/or structures is not covered
by this warranty. When used in a commer-
cial, institutional, agricultural, industrial,
income producing or rental application, the
cutting attachment warranty is for thirty
(30) days.
PRODUCTS PURCHASED FOR
COMMERCIAL, INSTITUTIONAL,
AGRICULTURAL, INDUSTRIAL, OR
INCOME PRODUCING USE
Complete units used for commercial, institu-
tional, agricultural, industrial, or income pro-
ducing use will be covered by this limited
warranty for a period of two (2) years, from
the date of retail purchase. Chainsaws,
BT280, BC280, TR2301S/2350S, CHT2200/
2250, and Sprayers are covered for one (1)
year. Exceptions are Models: GZ400,
BT250, BC250, HB250/280, and HE250F.
These EXCEPTIONS are covered for
ninety (90) days. The electronic ignition
module and the brush cutter/trimmer drive
shafts, are warranted for the life* of the
product on parts only.
All Maxtreme Series, Split Shaft attach-
ments carry the same warranty duration
as the units they are designed to fit.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED
WARRANTIES
Any implied warranty is limited to the dura-
tion of the limited warranty. Otherwise, this
limited warranty is in lieu of all other ex-
pressed or implied warranties, including any
warranty of FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE OR USE and any implied war-
ranty of MERCHANTABILITY otherwise
applicable to this product. RedMax and its
affiliated companies shall not be liable for
any special incidental or consequential
damage, including lost profits. There are no
warranties extended other than as provided
herein. This warranty may be modified only
by RedMax.
RENTAL APPLICATION
Complete units for rental use will be cov-
ered against defects in material and work-
manship for a period of ninety (90) days
from the date of purchase.
The following carry No Rental Warranty.
They are: GZ400, BT250, BC250,
TR2301S/2350S, HB250/280, CHT2200/
2250 and HE250F. These products have
NO Rental Warranty.
RedMax liability under the “Lifetime”
coverage is limited to furnishing parts only
after the Standard Warranty coverage
expires as specified under the PRODUCT
WARRANTY PERIOD section of this
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LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT
Gasohol which contains a maximum
ATTENTION TWO-STROKE ENGINE
POWERED PRODUCT OWNERS
RedMax Hi-Performance 2--Stroke engines
produce higher HP (horse power) outputs as
compared to standard Home Owner Duty or
Light Commercial Duty production engines
offered by most manufacturers. To help
insure trouble free performance of the unit,
it is required to use oil which meets the
ISO--L--EGD Standard per ISO/CD 13738
and one that is registered under JASO
M345/FD Standards. RedMax MaxLifet
Synthetic Blend 2-Stroke Oil is a premium
2-stroke oil specifically formulated to meet
ISO--L--EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO
M345/FD Standards.
The use of un-registered oils designed for
other applications, such as for outboard mo-
tors or lawnmowers, or low RPM, low HP
output engines, can result in severe engine
damage, and void your 2--stroke engine
warranty. This Hi-Performance Air Cooled
2--Stroke engine requires the use of
MINIMUM 89 Octane (mid-grade or pre-
mium) clean gasoline. If octane rating of
the mid-grade gasoline is lower than 89
octane, use premium unleaded gasoline.
Warning: Gasoline with octane rating lower
than 89 will greatly increase engines oper-
ating temperature. Low octane gasoline will
cause detonation (knock) resulting in piston
seizures and major internal engine compo-
nent damage. Engine failures caused by
operating engines on gasoline with octane
rating lower than 89 are not covered by the
RedMax 2--Stroke Engine Warranty.
(Emission related parts only are covered for
two years, regardless of 2--stroke oil used,
per the statement listed in the EPA or
California Emission Defect Warranty
Explanation.)
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT IN-
CLUDE, OR COVER DAMAGE TO
THE UNIT OR ENGINE CAUSED BY:
1. Lack of lubrication or engine failure, due
to the use of 2--stroke oils that do not
meet the ISO--L--EGD (ISO/CD 13738)
and are not registered to meet JASO
M345/FD Standards. Engine problems
due to inadequate lubrication caused by
failure to use an ISO--L--EGD compliant
and JASO M345/FD registered oil,
WILL VOID the RedMax 2--Stroke
Engine Warranty. RedMax MaxLifet
synthetic blend 2 -stroke Oil meets
the ISO--L--EGD and is registered to
JASO Standard M345/FD.
10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15%
MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is
also approved. The prescribed mixing
ratio of gasoline to oil is 50:1 and is listed
on the RedMax oil label and covered in
your operator’s manual.
3. Engine damage caused by use of
ether or any starting fluids. Damage
caused by pressure or steam clean-
ing the unit.
4. Overheating and detonation damage
caused by use of spark plugs other than
those meeting emissions performance
requirements listed in the operator’s
manual.
5. Damage caused by tampering with
engine speed governor or emission
components, or running engines above
specified and recommended engine
speeds as listed in your operator’s
manual.
6. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COV-
ER DAMAGE TO THE UNIT OR EN-
GINE CAUSED BY: Operation of the
unit with improperly installed/
removed cutting shields, guards or
safety devices.
7. Damage caused by removed/damaged
air filter, dirt, abrasives, salt water, mois-
ture corrosion, rust, varnish, stale fuel,
or any adverse reaction due to incorrect
storage procedures.
8. Defects, malfunctions or failures resulting
from abuse, misuse, neglect, modifica-
tions, alterations, normal wear, improper
servicing, use of unauthorized attach-
ments, including failure to provide or per-
form required maintenance services as
prescribed in the operator’s manual. Pre-
ventative maintenance as outlined in
the operator’s manual is the owner’s/
customer’s responsibility.
9. Failures due to improper set-up, pre-
delivery service or repair service by
anyone other than an authorized RedMax
servicing dealer during the warranty
period.
10. Certain parts and other items are not
warranted, including but not limited to:
spark plugs, filters, lubricants, starter
cords, sprockets, and debris bags.
Overheating or carbon scoring failures
due to restricted/clogged exhaust port,
blocked spark arrester screen, or com-
bustion chamber.
11. Set-up and pre-delivery service, engine
tune--ups, including natural discoloration
due to ultraviolet light.
2. Damage caused by use of gasohol,
containing methanol (wood alcohol), or
gasoline containing LESS than 89
OCTANE. Only use gasolines which
contain 89 octane or Higher.
12. Adjustments after the first (30) thirty days
of purchase and beyond, such as carbu-
retor adjustment and throttle cable adjust-
ment.
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13. Damage to gears or gear cases caused
IMPORTANT OWNER’S RESPONSI-
BILITY
by dirt contaminated grease, use of incor-
rect type of gear case grease, and/or fail-
ure to comply with recommended greas-
ing intervals.
IT IS A CUSTOMER’S AND/OR DEAL-
ER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO COMPLETE
AND RETURN WITHIN 10 DAYS OF THE
DATE OF PURCHASE, THE WARRANTY
REGISTRATION CARD SUPPLIED WITH
YOUR REDMAX PRODUCT.
14. Damage caused by sprayers pumping or
spraying caustic or flammable materials,
lack of or broken strainers.
15. Additional damage to parts or components
due to continued use after operational
problem or failure occurs. Should opera-
tional problem or failure occur, the product
should not be used, but delivered as is to
an authorized RedMax Servicing Dealer.
YOUR RECEIPT OF PURCHASE IN-
CLUDING DATE, MODEL AND ENGINE
SERIAL NUMBER MUST BE MAINTAINED
AND PRESENTED TO AN AUTHORIZED
REDMAX SERVICING DEALER FOR
WARRANTY SERVICE. PROOF OF
PURCHASE RESTS SOLELY WITH THE
OWNER-CUSTOMER.
IMPORTANT OWNER’S RESPONSI-
BILITY
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITA-
TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE
EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDEN-
TAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO
THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT
APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES
YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU
MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
The owner shall demonstrate reasonable
care and use, and follow preventative
maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage
as prescribed in the enclosed operator’s
manual. Should a product difficulty occur
within the applicable warranty period, you
must, at your expense, deliver or ship your
RedMax unit to an authorized RedMax
Servicing Dealer only for warranty repairs
and arrange for pick--up or return of your
unit after the repairs have been made. If
you do not know the location of your near-
est authorized RedMax Servicing Dealer,
consult your telephone yellow pages or call
RedMax at 1-800-291-8251 during the
hours of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Eastern Stan-
Should you require assistance or have
questions concerning this Warranty State-
ment, you may contact us at
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN ONLY BY
REDMAX.
Our address is:
1-800-291-8251 during the hours of 8:00
a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard
time or contact us through the web at
RedMax
9335 Harris Corners Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28269
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U.S. EPA / CALIFORNIA / ENVIRONMENT CANADA
EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
IMPORTANT: This product is compliant
with U.S. EPA Phase 3 regulations for ex-
haust and evaporative emissions. To ensure
EPA Phase 3 compliance, we recommend
using only genuine RedMax brand replace-
ment parts. Use of non-compliant replacement
parts is a violation of federal law.
If you have any questions regarding your
warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized
service center, call RedMax at
1--800--291--8251, or send e--mail correspon-
dence to [email protected].
WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT
DATE:
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND
OBLIGATIONS:
The warranty period begins on the date the
small off-road engine is purchased.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency,
California Air Resources Board, Environment
Canada and RedMax are pleased to explain
the emissions control system warranty on
your year 2012 and later small off-road en-
gine. In California, all small off-road engines
must be designed, built, and equipped to meet
the State’s stringent anti--smog standards.
RedMax must warrant the emission control
system on your small off-road engine for the
periods of time listed below provided there
has been no abuse, neglect, or improper
maintenance of your small off-road engine.
Your emission control system includes parts
such as the carburetor, the ignition system
and the fuel tank. Where a warrantable condi-
tion exists, RedMax will repair your small
off-road engine at no cost to you. Expenses
covered under warranty include diagnosis,
parts and labor.
LENGTH OF COVERAGE:
This warranty shall be for a period of two
years from the initial date of purchase, or
until the end of the product warranty (which-
ever is longer).
WHAT IS COVERED: REPAIR OR
REPLACEMENT OF PARTS.
Repair or replacement of any warranted part
will be performed at no charge to the owner at
an approved RedMax servicing center. If you
have any questions regarding your warranty
rights and responsibilities, you should contact
your nearest authorized service center, call
RedMax at 1--800--291--8251, or send e--mail
correspondence to [email protected].
WARRANTY PERIOD:
Any warranted part which is not scheduled for
replacement as required maintenance, or
which is scheduled only for regular inspection
to the effect of “repair or replace as neces-
sary” shall be warranted for 2 years. Any war-
ranted part which is scheduled for replace-
ment as required maintenance shall be war-
ranted for the period of time up to the first
scheduled replacement point for that part.
MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
COVERAGE:
If any emissions related part on your engine
(as listed under Emissions Control Warranty
Parts List) is defective or a defect in the mate-
rials or workmanship of the engine causes
the failure of such an emission related part,
the part will be repaired or replaced by
RedMax.
DIAGNOSIS:
The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic
labor which leads to the determination that a
warranted part is defective if the diagnostic
work is performed at an approved RedMax
servicing center.
OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSI-
BILITIES:
As the small off-road engine owner, you
are responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your opera-
tor’s manual. RedMax recommends that
you retain all receipts covering maintenance
on your small off-road engine, but RedMax
cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of
receipts or for your failure to ensure the per-
formance of all scheduled maintenance. As
the small off-road engine owner, you should
be aware that RedMax may deny you war-
ranty coverage if your small off-road engine
or a part of it has failed due to abuse,
neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved
modifications, or the use of parts not made
or approved by the original equipment
manufacturer. You are responsible for pre-
senting your small off-road engine to a
RedMax authorized repair center as soon
as a problem exists. Warranty repairs
should be completed in a reasonable
amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES:
RedMax may be liable for damages to other
engine components caused by the failure of a
warranted part still under warranty.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED:
All failures caused by abuse, neglect, or
improper maintenance are not covered.
ADD--ON OR MODIFIED PARTS:
The use of add--on or modified parts can be
grounds for disallowing a warranty claim.
RedMax is not liable to cover failures of
warranted parts caused by the use of add--
on or modified parts.
HOW TO FILE A CLAIM:
If you have any questions regarding your
warranty rights and responsibilities, you
should contact your nearest authorized
service center, call RedMax at
1--800--291--8251, or send e--mail corre-
spondence to [email protected].
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EMISSIONS CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
WHERE TO GET WARRANTY
SERVICE:
EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY
PARTS LIST:
Warranty services or repairs shall be pro-
vided at all RedMax service centers. Call
RedMax at 1--800--291--8251, or send e--mail
correspondence to [email protected].
Carburetor, air filter (covered up to mainte-
nance schedule), ignition system: spark
plug (covered up to maintenance schedule),
ignition module, muffler including catalyst (if
equipped), fuel tank, line and cap.
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT
AND REPAIR OF EMISSION RE-
LATED PARTS:
MAINTENANCE STATEMENT:
The owner is responsible for the perfor-
mance of all required maintenance as de-
fined in the operator’s manual.
Any RedMax approved replacement part
used in the performance of any warranty
maintenance or repair on emission related
parts will be provided without charge to the
owner if the part is under warranty.
This engine is certified to be emissions compliant for the following use:
Moderate (50 hours)
Intermediate (125 hours)
Extended (300 hours)
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