9. Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control device and systems may be performed by any
WARNING
•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.
■BE SURE TO CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE USING YOUR STICK EDGER
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| Edging mechanism | • See if attachment is loose |
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| Throttle | • Stiff and difficult to move |
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| Throttle wire | • Too loose, too tight |
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| Engine attachment | • See if fittings are loose |
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| Fuel tank | • See if attachment is loose |
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| Muffler | • See if attachment is loose |
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| Cutting blade | • See if damaged or worn shorter |
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| fuel leaks, fuel spillage |
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| fuel tank, air filter, fuel filter |
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| idle adjusting screw |
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ENGINE |
| IDLING SPEED (p.17) |
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| GAP: .025in(0.6~0.7mm) | ||
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| cylinder fins, intake air cooling vent | clean |
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| muffler, spark arrester, cylinder exhaust port | clean |
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| throttle lever, ignition switch |
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gear case |
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| drive shaft |
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| cutting blade |
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