RedMax HE2601 User Manual

OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL

T1078-93110(911)

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The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth

defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

STICK EDGERS

HE2601

Thank you for purchasing a RedMax
product.
Before using our products, please read
this manual carefully to understand the
proper use of your unit.

DRIVE UNIT 000000 and up ENGINE UNIT 900101 and up

APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS :

Read this manual carefully to understand all
safety precautions, controls, proper operation
and maintenance of your RedMax stick
edgers. Failure to do so could result in
serious injury.

Instructions labeled as shown at left, concern critical steps or
procedures which must be followed in order to prevent accidents
which could lead to serious bodily injury or death.This mark is
used to indicate instructions which must be followed without
exception.

Instructions labeled as shown at left concern steps or procedures
which, if not followed correctly, could lead to mechanical failure,
breakdown, or damage.

Used to label supplementary instructions designed to provide
hints or directions useful in the use of the product.

WARNING

IMPORTANT

NOTE

SAFETY FIRST

Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked with a symbol
concern critical points which must be taken into consideration to prevent
possible serious bodily injury, and for this reason you are requested to read all
such instructions carefully and follow them without fail.

Note that there may be times when warning seals peel off or become soiled and
impossible to read. If this happens, you should contact the dealer from which
you purchased the product to order new seals and affix the new seal(s) in the
required location(s).

■ Notes on types of warnings

CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 2

PROPER AND SAFE OPERATION OF YOUR STICK EDGER
WORK GEAR AND CLOTHING
WARNINGS CONSIDERING HANDLING OF FUEL
THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE USING YOUR STICK EDGER
THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE STARTING UP THE ENGINE
AVOID NOISE PROBLEM
THINGS TO BE CAREFUL ABOUT WHEN USING YOUR STICK EDGER
NOTES ON CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR STICK EDGER

SET UP · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 7
FUEL · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 8

HOW TO MIX FUEL
FUELING THE UNIT

OPERATION · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 9

ADJUSTING HANDLE POSITION
ADJUSTING WHEEL HEIGHT
STARTING ENGINE
STOPPING ENGINE
ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED

HOW TO USE · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 11
MAINTENANCE · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 12

BE SURE TO CHECK THE FOLLOWING BEFORE USING YOUR STICK EDGER
REGULAR MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
AIR FILTER
FUEL FILTER
SPARK PLUG
MUFFLER
SPARK ARRESTER
GEAR CASE
INTAKE AIR COOLING VENT
PROCEDURES TO BE PERFORMED AFTER EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE

STORAGE · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 15
SPECIFICATIONS · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 16
PARTS LIST · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · · 17

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IN ORDER TO ENSURE PROPER AND SAFE

OPERATION OF YOUR STICK EDGER

• This product has been designed for use in
edging and it should never be used for any
other purpose since doing so could result in
unforeseen accidents and injuries
occurring.

• This product is equipped with extremely
sharp blades, and when used improperly
these blades can be extremely dangerous.
For this reason, you should never use this
stick edger when under the influence of
alcohol, when suffering from exhaustion or
lack of sleep, when suffering from
drowsiness as a result of having taken cold
medicine, or at any other time when a
possibility exists that your judgment might
be impaired or that you might not be able to
operate the stick edger properly and in a
safe manner. Also be sure never to allow
children or anyone unable to fully
understand the directions given in this
manual to use this stick edger.

Safety Precautions

• Avoid running the engine indoors. The
exhaust gases contain harmful carbon
monoxide.

•Never use your stick edger under
circumstances like those described below:

1. When the ground is slippery or when
other conditions exist which might make
it not possible to maintain a steady
posture while using the stick edger.

2.At night, at times of heavy fog, or at any
other times when your field of vision
might be limited and it would be difficult
to gain a clear view of the area where
the stick edger is to be used to ensure
safety.

3. During rain storms, during lightning
storms, at times of strong or gale-force
winds, or at any other times when
weather conditions might make it unsafe
to use this product.

• When using this product for the first time,
before beginning actual work, take the stick
edger to a wide, clear, open space, turn on
the power, and practice handling the stick
edger until you are sure that you will be
able to handle in it properly in actual
operation.

• Lack of sleep, tiredness, or physical
exhaustion results in lower attention spans,
and this in turn leads to accidents and
injury. When planning your work schedule,
allow plenty of time to perform the work of
edging and allow plenty of time for rest.
Limit the amount of time over which the
stick edger is to be used continuously to
somewhere around 30~40 minutes per
session, and take 10~20 minutes of rest
between work sessions. Also try to keep
the total amount of work performed in a
single day under 2 hours or less.

•Read this Owner/Operator Manual
carefully. Be sure you understand how to
operate this unit properly before you use
it. Failure to do so could result in serious
injury.

• Be sure to keep this manual handy so
that you may refer to it later whenever
any questions arise. Also note that you
are requested to contact the dealer from
whom you purchased the product for
assistance in the event that you have any
questions which cannot be answered
herein.

• Always be sure to include this manual
when selling, lending, or otherwise
transferring the ownership of this product.

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Safety Precautions

■WORK GEAR AND CLOTHING

• When using your stick edger, always be
sure to wear strong, durable, work clothing;
shirts should be long-sleeved shirts and
pants should be full-length pants reaching
down to the ankles.

• Always be sure to wear and helmet and
face protector when using your stick edger.

• When using your stick edger, always be
sure to wear thick work gloves to protect
your hands and non-slip-sole work boots to
prevent you from slipping. Never use your
stick edger when wearing pants with loose
cuffs, when wearing sandals, or when
barefoot.

•When using your stick edger for an
extended period of time, you should wear
ear protectors to protect yourself from loss
of hearing from overexposure to high levels
of sound.

■WARNINGS CONSIDERING HANDLING

OF FUEL

• The engine of the RedMax stick edger is
designed to run on a mixed fuel which
contains highly flammable gasoline. This
fuel is highly flammable and you should
never store cans of fuel or refill the tank of
the stick edger in any place where there is
a boiler, stove, wood fire, electrical sparks,
welding sparks, or any other source of heat
or fire which might ignite the fuel.

•Smoking while operating the stick edger or
refilling its fuel tank is extremely
dangerous. Always be sure to keep lit
cigarettes away from the stick edger at all
times.

• When refilling the tank always turn off the
engine first and take a careful look around
to make sure that there are no sparks or
open flames anywhere nearby before
refueling.

• If any fuel spillage occurs during refueling,
always be sure to use a dry rag to wipe any
fuel which has been spilled onto the stick
edger before turning the engine back on
again.

• After refueling, screw the fuel cap back
tightly onto the fuel tank and then carry the
stick edger to a spot 10 feet (3m) or more
away from where it was refueled before
turning on the engine.

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Safety Precautions

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THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE USING YOUR
STICK EDGER

•Before beginning work, look around
carefully to get a feel for the shape of the
land and whether or not there are any
obstacles which might get in the way while
working, and remove any obstacles which
can be cleared away before beginning
work.

• The area within a perimeter of 50 feet
(15m) of the person using the stick edger
should be considered a hazardous area
into which no one should enter while the
stick edger is in use, and when necessary
yellow warning rope, warning signs, or
some other form of warnings should be
placed around the perimeter of the area.
When work is to be performed
simultaneously by two or more persons,
care should also be taken to constantly
look around or otherwise check for the
presence and locations of other people
using stick edgers within the work area so
as to maintain a distance between each
person sufficient to ensure safety.

•Before beginning work, each component of
the stick edger should be checked to make
sure that it is in proper working order and to
make sure that there are no loose screws
or bolts, fuel leaks, ruptures, dents, or any
other problems which might interfere with
safe operation. Be especially careful at this
time to check that there is nothing wrong
with the blades or with the joints by which
the blades are attached to the stick edger.

•Never use the stick edger when the blades
have been worn down severely or when
there is any sort of damage which has
occurred to the blade mechanism.

• Check to make sure that the handle grip
and the protective cover have not come
loose before using the stick edger.

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THINGS TO CHECK BEFORE STARTING UP
THE ENGINE

• Take a careful look around to make sure
that no obstacles exist within a perimeter of
15 feet (5m) or less around the stick edger
before starting the engine.

•The RedMax stick edger is equipped with a
centrifugal clutch mechanism which causes
the cutting blades to begin to rotate as
soon as the engine is started by putting the
throttle into the start position. When starting
the engine, place the body of the stick
edger onto the ground in a flat clear area
and hold it firmly in place so as to ensure
that neither the blades nor the throttle
come into contact with any obstacles when
the engine starts up.

•Never place the throttle into the high speed
position when starting the engine.

•After starting up the engine, check to make
sure that the blades stop rotating when the
throttle is moved fully back to its original
position. If the blades continue to rotate
even after the throttle has been moved fully
back, turn off the engine and take the unit
to your authorized Red Max servicing
dealer for repair.

■AVOID NOISE PROBLEM

Check and follow the local regulations
as to sound level and hours of
operations for stick edger.

• In general, operate stick edgers between
8a.m.and 5p.m.on week days and 9a.m.to
5p.m.weekends. Avoid using stick edger
late at night and/or early in the morning.

NOTE

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Safety Precautions

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THINGS TO BE CAREFUL ABOUT WHEN

USING YOUR STICK EDGER

• When using your stick edger, grip the
handles of the stick edger firmly with both
hands, place your feet slightly apart
(slightly further apart than the width of your
shoulders) so that your weight is distributed
evenly across both legs, and always be
sure to maintain a steady, even posture
while working.

• Maintain the speed of the engine at the
level required to perform edging work, and
never raise the speed of the engine above
the level necessary.

• Always be sure never to allow other
persons to come within the work area while
edging.

• Be especially careful not to slip if it is
raining or if rain has just stopped, as the
ground is likely to be slippery at such times.

• Guard against hazardous situations at all
times. Warn adults to keep pets and
children away from the area. Establish a
safe method for gaining your attention
during operation. Be careful if you are
approached.

•If someone calls out or otherwise interrupts
you while working, always be sure to turn
off the engine before turning around.

• Keep operation area clear of all persons,
particularly small children and pets. Injury
may result from flying debris.

• Never touch the spark plug or plug cord
while the engine is in operation. Doing so
may result in being subjected to an
electrical shock.

• Never touch the muffler, spark plug, or
other metallic parts of the engine while the
engine is in operation or immediately after
shutting down the engine. These metallic
parts reach high temperatures during
operation and doing so could result in
serious burns.

•When you finish edging in one location and
wish to continue work in another spot, turn
off the engine, and turn the stick edger so
that the blades face away from your body
before carrying it to the new location.

• Never transport the stick edger over rough
roads over long distances without first
removing all fuel from the fuel tank, as
doing so might cause fuel to leak from the
tank as a result of shocks absorbed during
transport.

• Never operate the stick edger without the
blade guard in place.

•Do not use the stick edger for any job that
is not recommended by the manufacturer.

• Should the stick edger start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the engine immediately
and check the blade and other parts for the
cause.

• Avoid using the stick edger near rocks,
gravel, stones and similar material that
could be scattered and cause risk of injury
or serious damage.

•Use the stick edger only in daylight or good
artificial light.

• Do not use any accessory or attachment
other than those bearing the RedMax mark
and recommended for the unit.

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Safety Precautions

■

NOTES ON CARE AND MAINTENANCE OF
YOUR STICK EDGER

• In order to maintain your stick edger in
proper working order, perform the
maintenance and checking operations
described in this manual at regular
intervals. In the event that any parts must
be replaced or any maintenance or repair
work not described in this manual must be
performed, please contact a representative
from the store nearest RedMax authorized
servicing dealer for assistance.

• Under no circumstances should you ever
take apart the stick edger or alter it in any
way. Doing so might result in the stick
edger becoming damaged during operation
or the stick edger becoming unable to
operate properly.

•Always be sure to turn off the engine before
performing any maintenance or checking
procedures.

•When sharpening, removing, or reattaching
the blades, be sure to wear thick, sturdy
gloves and use only proper tools and
equipment to prevent injury.

• When replacing blades or any other parts
or when replacing the oil or any lubricants,
always be sure to use only RedMax
products or products which have been
certified by RedMax for use with the
RedMax stick edger.

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Set up

1.Insert the shaft tube into the clutch

housing, then align the positioning holes
and screw in the lock screw. Tighten the
clamp bolts.

2.Insert the driveshaft into the clutch drum,

then attach the gearbox to the shaft tube
as aligning the positioning holes. Wipe out
grease on the tube and the inside of the
gearbox. Screw in the lock screw and
fasten the clamp bolt firmly.

3.Install the blade guard to the gear case

with the provided 3 screws, then clamp it
to the shaft tube with 2 screws.

4.Place the blade between the cutter holders

(A) and (B) while locking the gear shaft by
putting the bar, one of the tools provided,
through the key holes on the holder(A)
and the gearcase. Use the socket and the
screwdriver as shown in the picture below
to tighten the blade mounting bolt.

5.Split the bracket and install the wheel
assembly to the shaft tube and clamp at a
position best for your job.

6.Install the J-shaped handle to the shaft
tube and clamp at a position best for your
job.

7.Open the air cleaner cover and connect
the throttle cable to the carburetor. Put on
the cap to the joint to secure the
connection.

8.Connect the switch wires between the
engine and the main unit. Pair the wires of
the same color.

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Fuel

• 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
3m(10ft) away from the fueling stop
before starting the engine.

• The RedMax engines are lubricated by oil
specially formulated for air-cooled 2-cycle
gasoline engine use. If RedMax oil is not
available. Use an anti-oxidant added
quality oil expressly labeled for air-cooled
2-cycle engine use.

RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO

GASOLINE 32:OIL 1

•Exhaust emission are controlled by the
fundamental engine parameters and
components(eq., carburation, ignition
timing and port timing) without addition
of any major hardware or the
introduction of an inert material during
combustion.

• These engines are certified to operate on
unleaded gasoline.

• Make sure to use gasoline with a minimum
octane number of 90 ROZ(USA/Canada :
pump octane min.87)

• Unleaded gasoline is recommended to
reduce the contamination of the air for the
sake of your health and the environment.

WARNING

• Poor quality gasolines or oils may damage
sealing rings, fuel lines or fuel tank of the
engine.

■ HOW TO MIX FUEL

1.Measure out the quantities of gasoline and

oil to be mixed.

2. Put some of the gasoline into a clean,

approved fuel container.

3.Pour in all of the oil and agitate well.

4. Pour in the rest of gasoline and agitate

again for at least one minute.

5.Put a clear indication on the outside of the

container to avoid mixing up with gasoline
or other containers.

6. Indicate the contents on outside of

container for easy identification.

■ FUELING THE UNIT

1.Untwist and remove the fuel cap. Rest the

cap on a dustless place.

2.Put fuel into the fuel tank to 80% of the full

capacity.

3. Fasten the fuel cap securely and wipe up

any fuel spillage around the unit.

1.Select bare ground for fueling.

2. Move at least 10 feet (3 meters) away

from the fueling point before starting the
engine.

3.Stop the engine before refueling the unit.

FOR YOUR ENGINE LIFE, AVOID;

1. FUEL WITH NO OIL(RAW GASOLINE) –

It will cause severre damage to the
internal engine parts very quickly.

2.GASOHOL – It can cause deterioration of

rubber and/or plastic parts and disruption
of engine lubrication.

3. OIL FOR 4-CYCLE ENGINE USE or

WATER COOLED 2-CYCLE ENGINE
USE – It can cause spark plug fouling,
exhaust port blocking, or piston ring
sticking.

4. Mixed fuels which have been left

unused for a period of one month or
more may clog the carburetor or result in

the engine failing to operate properly.

WARNING

32:1 MIXING CHART

GASOLINE gal. 12345
2-CYCLE OIL fl.oz 4 8 12 16 20

GASOLINE liter 12345
2-CYCLE OIL ml 32 64 96 128 160

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Operation

The RedMax stick edger Model HE2601 is
designed for edging lawn in gardens, parks,
roadsides and so on.
Before starting the engine, take the
operating position and adjust the handle
position and the wheel height as necessary.

■ ADJUSTING HANDLE POSITION

• Loosen the handle bracket screws and re­position the handle to your best operating
position. Re-tighten the screws.

■ ADJUSTING WHEEL HEIGHT

• Loosen the clamp lever and change the
wheel height to obtain desired cutting
depth.

• Never adjust wheel height with the
engine running.

WARNING

■ STARTING ENGINE

1.Rest the unit on a flat, firm place. Keep the
blade off the ground and clear of the
surrounding as it will start rotating upon
starting of the engine.

2.Pump the priming pump until fuel flows out
in the clear tube.

3.Move the choke lever upward to close the
choke.

4.Set the ignition switch to the “start”
position. While pulling the throttle lever,
push the set button, and release the
throttle, then the throttle lever is in to the
“start” position.

Ignition
Switch

Throttle set Button

STOP

START

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Operation

5. While pulling the throttle trigger with the
little finger of your left hand, pull the starter
rope.

•Avoid pulling the rope to its end or returning

it by releasing the knob. Such actions can
cause starter failures.

6. When the engine has started, move the
choke lever gradually downward to open
the choke.

7. Allow the engine to warm up for a half
minute before starting operation.

1. When restarting the engine immediately
after stopping it, leave the choke open.

2.Overchoking can make the engine hard to
start due to excess fuel. When the engine
failed to start after several attempts, open
the choke and repeat pulling the rope, or
remove the spark plug and dry it.

NOTE

NOTE

■ STOPPING ENGINE

1.Release the throttle trigger and run the
engine for a half minute.

2.Shift the ignition switch to the STOP
position.

• Except for an emergency, avoid stopping

the engine with the trigger pulled on.

■ ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED

1. When the engine tends to stop frequently
at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw
clock-wise.

2.When the cutting head keeps rotating after
releasing the trigger, turn the adjusting
screw counter-clockwise.

1.After setting up the unit, check play of the
throttle cable. The normal play is between
.04" and .08" (1mm and 2mm).

2. Warm up the engine before adjusting the
idling speed.

NOTE

NOTE

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How to use

1. A l w a y s wear eye protection such as
safety goggles. Never lean over the
rotating cutting head. Rocks or other
debris could be thrown into eyes and
face and cause serious personal injury.

2. Keep the blade guard and the mad
guard attached in place at all times
when the unit is operated.

3. Before starting a job, check the area
and remove all obstacles and objects
that could be thrown by the blade.

4.Do not adjust the wheel height or try to
remove anything entangled to the blade
with the engine running.

WARNING

1. Before starting the engine, adjust the
wheel height for desired cutting depth(See
page 9).

2.Before starting a job, plan your direction of
travel so that you can always hold the
edger on you right side and can walk on a
hard surface as much as possible.

3. When starting to edge, run the engine at
full throttle, and slowly have the blade cut
into the edge groove.

• Do not use the HE2601 to make a new

groove into the ground. Such usage will
not be covered by RedMax Warranty.

NOTE

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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

■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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Maintenance

• Make sure that the engine has stopped
and is cool before performing any
service to the stick edger. Contact with
moving cutting head or hot muffler may
result in a personal injury.

■ AIR FILTER

• The air filter, if clogged, will reduce the
engine performance. Monthly check and
clean the filter element in warm, soapy
water as required. Dry completely before
installing. If the element is broken or
shrunk, replace with a new one.

■ FUEL FILTER

•When the engine runs short of fuel supply,
check the fuel cap and the fuel filter for
blockage.

■ SPARK PLUG

• Starting failure and mis-firing are often
caused by a fouled spark plug. Periodically
clean the spark plug and check that the
spark gap is in the correct range.

WARNING

• REPLACEMENT PLUG IS A CHAMPION
RCJ6Y OR THE EQUIVALENT, SUCH AS
BOSCH WR8E OR NGK BR6S.

•Note that using any spark plugs other than
those designated may result in the engine
failing to operate properly or in the engine
becoming overheated and damaged.

• To install the spark plug, first turn the plug
until it is finger tight, then tighten it a
quarter turn more with a socket wrench.

■MUFFLER

• Inspect periodically, the muffler for loose
fasteners, any damage or corrosion. If any
sign of exhaust leakage is found, do not
use the stick edger and have it repaired
immediately.

• Note that failing to do so may result in
the engine catching on fire.

■SPARK ARRESTER

• The muffler is equipped with a spark
arrester to prevent red hot carbon from
flying out of the exhaust outlet. Periodically
inspect and clean as necessary with a wire
brush. In the State of California it is
required by law (Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code) to equip
a spark arrester when a gas powered tool
is used in any forest covered, brush
covered, or grass covered unimproved
land.

WARNING

IMPORTANT

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Maintenance

■ GEAR CASE

• The reduction gears are lubricated by
multipurpose, lithium-based grease in the
gear case. At every 20 hours of use, supply
the gear case with new grease.

• When removing and installing the cutter
holder(a), use care not to allow any dirt and
dust entering in to the gear case.

■INTAKE AIR COOLING VENT

• Never touch the cylinder, muffler, or
spark plugs with your bare hands
immediately after stopping the engine.
The engine can become very hot when
in operation, and doing so could result
in severe burns.

• When checking the stick edger to make
sure that it is okay before using it,
check the area around the muffler and
remove any wood chips or leaves which
have attached themselves to the stick
edger. Note that failing to do so could
cause the muffler to become
overheated, and that this in turn could
cause the stick edger to catch on fire.
Always make sure that the muffler is
clean and free of wood chips, leaves,
and other waste before use.

• Check the intake air cooling vent and the
area around the cylinder cooling fins after

WARNING

NOTE

every 25 hours of use for blockage, and
remove any waste which has attached itself
to the stick edger. Note that it is necessary
to remove the plug guard shown in the
picture below in order to be able to view the
upper part of the cylinder.

• If waste gets stuck and causes blockage
around the intake air cooling vent or
between the cylinder fins, it may cause the
engine to overheat, and that in turn may
cause mechanical failure on the part of the
stick edger.

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PROCEDURES TO BE PERFORMED AFTER
EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE

1. Remove the muffler, insert a screwdriver

into the vent, and wipe away any carbon
buildup. Wipe away any carbon buildup
on the muffler exhaust vent at the same
time.

2.Tighten all screws, bolts, and fittings.

3. Check to see if any oil or grease has

worked its way in between the clutch lining
and drum, and if it has wipe it away using
oil-free, lead-free gasoline.

IMPORTANT

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Storage

Old fuel left in the carburetor may cause
starting failure. Before storing the unit, empty
the fuel tank and drain the carburetor with
the priming pump equipped on it.

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Specifications

Model........................................................................................... RedMax stick edger HE2601

Overall size(LxWxH)......................................................... 72.4x18.1x15.1(in) / 1.8x0.4x0.3(m)

Dry weight..................................................................................................... 14.5(lbs) / 7.2(kg)

Engine Type........................................................................... Air-cooled 2-stroke gasoline

Model ............................................................................................... Zenoah G26L

Displacement ............................................................................................ 25.4(cc)

Max. output.............................................................................. 1.3(HP)at 7500rpm

Fuel .............................................................................. Mixture(Gasoline 32:Oil 1)

Carburetor........................................................................ Walbro Diaphragm type

Spark plug................................................................................. Champion RCJ6Y

Fuel tank capacity........................................................................................ 25.3(fl.oz) / 0.7( )

Transmission......................... Centrifugal clutch, Rigid driveshaft, Bevel gears(Angle:90 deg.)

Reduction ratio...................................................................................................... 2.538(33.13)

Cutting head rotating direction ................................................. Clockwise(View against blade)

Blade length................................................................................................. 7.87(in) / 200(mm)

Use for.................................................................................................................. Lawn edging

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Parts List

NOTE :

1. Use KOMATSU ZENOAH genuine parts as specified in the parts list for repair and/or
replacement.

2. KOMATSU ZENOAH does not warrant the machines, which have been damaged by the
use of any parts other than those specified by the company.

3. When placing parts orders for repair and/or replacement, check if the model name and the
serial number are applicable to those specified in the parts list, then use parts number
described in the parts list.

4. The contents described in the parts list may change due to improvement.

5. The parts for the machine shall be supplied seven (7) years after the machine is
discontinued. [It is possible that some specific parts may be subject to change of their
delivery term and list price within the limit of ten (7) years after the machine is
discontinued. It is also possible that some parts may be available even after the limit of
seven (7) years.]

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STICK EDGERS

HE2601

NOV. 1999

DRIVE UNIT 000000 and up ENGINE UNIT 900101 and up

APPLICABLE SERIAL NUMBERS :

Parts List

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Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT HE2601

(S/N 000000 and up)

Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT HE2601 (S/N 000000 and up)

Key# Description Part Number Q'ty

1 PIPE-COMP T3052-12100 1
2 SHAFT 3520-12212 1
3 GEARCASE-ASS’Y 6367-13000 1
4 • GEARCASE 6367-13110 1
5 • O-RING 6367-13150 1
6 • BEARING 06000-06201 1
7 • SEAL 3180-13141 1
8 • RING 04065-03212 1

9 • SHAFT 3541-13212 1
10 • GEAR 6367-13130 1
11 • PINION 6367-13140 1
12 • BEARING 06000-00609 1
13 • BEARING 06001-00609 1
14 • RING 04065-02412 1
15 • RING 3210-13330 1
16 • BOLT 3579-33260 1
17 • WASHER 3310-43210 1
18 • WASHER 01643-30823 1
19 • BOLT 01252-30512 1
20 • BOLT 3540-13260 1
21 • COVER 6367-13120 1
22 • BEARING 06000-06000 1
23 • BOLT 3350-31470 3
24 • HOLDER (A) 3541-13241 1
25 • HOLDER (B) 3541-13251 1
26 • FITTING 3199-13350 1
27 • WASHER 01641-20608 1
28 GRIP 3577-32141 1
29 LEVER-COMP T3002-12200 1
30 • LEVER 6110-14410 1
31 • CORD (A) T3002-12220 1
32 • CORD (B) T3002-12230 1
33 • TUBE T3002-12240 1
34 • CABLE-COMP T3002-83100 1
35 NAME-PLATE T3052-12510 1
36 CAUTION-PLATE 6425-12552 1
37 HANDLE-COMP 6367-14200 1
38 BRACKET-ASS’Y 3583-14101 1
39 • BRACKET 3583-14111 1
40 • CAP-L 3583-14121 1
41 • CAP-U 3257-14192 1
42 • BOLT 01252-30522 2
43 • BOLT 01252-30525 4
44 GUARD-ASS’Y 6367-24000 1
45 • GUARD-COMP 6367-24100 1
46 • • GUARD 6367-24110 1
47 • • PLATE 6367-24120 1
48 • • PLATE 6367-24131 1
49 • • BOLT 0225-30512 2
50 • CLAMP 5807-24120 1

Key# Description Part Number Q'ty

51 • BOLT 01252-30618 2
52 • WASHER 0290-20615 2
53 • BOLT 3350-31470 3
54 TOOL-SET T3052-91000 1
55 • SOCKET T3051-91310 1
56 • WRENCH 09007-00425 1
57 • WRENCH 09007-00528 1
58 • SPANNER 3540-91120 1
59 • BAR 3540-91110 1
60 BLADE 6367-15110 1
61 COVER T3052-13610 1
62 GOGGLE T3002-91190 1
63 WHEEL-ASS’Y T3052-25000 1
64 • BRACKET 6367-15230 1
65 • CAP-L 3583-14121 1
66 • BOLT 01252-30522 2
67 • LEVER 3956-15340 1
68 • WHEEL-S-ASS’Y T3052-25100 1
69 • • PIPE 6367-15210 1
70 • • BRACKET 3808-15230 1
71 • • BOLT 01252-30625 2
72 • • WHEEL 6367-25150 1
73 • • BOLT 01010-81060 1
74 • • WASHER 01642-21016 2

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Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HE2601 (S/N 900101 and up)

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Parts List

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Fig.2 ENGINE UNIT HE2601

(S/N 900101 and up)

Key# Description Part Number Q'ty

1 CYLINDER 5911-12110 1

2 GASKET, base 5500-12212 1

3 BOLT 1850-12130 2

4 INSULATOR 1920-13162 1

5 GASKET, insulator 5500-13121 1

6 GASKET, carburetor 5500-13131 1

7 SCREW 0263-90520 2

8 MUFFLER ASS'Y 5850-15100 1

9 • ARRESTER 1601-15120 1

10 BOLT 01252-30550 2
11 GASKET, muffler 5910-15211 1
12 PLATE, muffler 5500-15220 1
13 SCREW 0263-90416 1
14 CRANKCASE COMP. 5500-21100 1
15 • PIN 2629-21130 3
16 GASKET, case 5500-21141 1
17 BEARING 06030-06001 2
18 OIL SEAL 2169-21210 1
19 OIL SEAL 1850-21220 1
20 SNAP RING 04065-02812 1
21 SCREW 01252-30530 4
22 PISTON 5910-41110 1
23 RING 5910-41210 2
24 PIN 1600-41310 1
25 SNAP RING 1260-41320 2
26 BEARING 1140-41330 1
27 WASHER 1101-41340 2
28 CRANKSHAFT COMP. 5500-42001 1
29 NUT 1650-43230 1
30 KEY 1000-43240 1
31 SHOE, clutch 1140-51111 2
32 SCREW 1140-51250 2
33 SPRING 1970-51221 1
34 WASHER 1140-51230 2
35 WASHER 1970-51241 2
36 ROTOR 5501-71110 1
37 COIL ASS'Y 5501-71201 1
38 • CORD 5500-71220 1
39 • CAP 2616-71320 1
40 CAP, plug 1900-72111 1
41 SPRING 1900-72120 1
42 GROMMET 5500-72130 1
43 SPACER 1260-71261 2
44 BOLT 3310-72150 2
45 RECOIL ASS'Y 5500-75100 1
46 • CASE COMP. 5500-75110 1
47 • REEL 1850-75120 1
48 • SPRING, spiral 1850-75130 1
49 • SCREW 1850-75151 1
50 • ROPE 1850-75160 1
51 • KNOB 1140-75320 1
52 • PLATE, stopper 5500-75170 1
53 PULLEY ASS'Y 1850-75201 1
54 • RATCHET 1850-75221 1
55 • SPRING 1850-75230 1
56 SCREW 0263-90416 4
57 CARBURETOR ASS'Y 5911-81000 1
58 • SCREW 1752-81110 2
59 • BRACKET 5500-81120 1
60 • RING 1751-81130 1
61 • SWIVEL 1881-81140 1
62 • VALVE ASS'Y ––––––––– 1
63 • SCREW, adjuster 1918-81170 1
64 • NUT, adjuster 1751-81180 1
65 • RING 1881-81130 1
66 • O-RING 1751-81240 1

Key# Description Part Number Q'ty

67 • JET 5500-81251 1
68 • Rebuilt Kit 5602-06030 1
69 • • Body ASS’Y 1850-81450 1
70 • • • Screen ––––––––– –
71 • • • Valve ––––––––– –
72 • • • Spring ––––––––– –
73 • • • Screw ––––––––– –
74 • • • Pin ––––––––– –
75 • • • Lever ––––––––– –
76 • • Gasket kit 5602-06020 1
77 • • • Washer ––––––––– –
78 • • • Gasket, pump ––––––––– –
79 • • • Diaphragm, pump ––––––––– –
80 • • • Gasket, diaphragm ––––––––– –
81 • BODY, purge 1850-81490 1
82 • PUMP, priming 1751-81510 1
83 • COVER, pump 1850-81520 1
84 • SCREW 1850-81530 4
85 • WASHER 5500-81160 1
86 SCREW 0263-30555 2
87 BODY ASS'Y 5500-82102 1
88 • SLEEVE 1970-82190 2
89 • PLATE, choke 5500-82131 1
90 • LEVER, choke 5500-82140 1
91 • SCREW 2630-33610 1
92 ELEMENT 5500-82171 1
93 COVER ASS'Y 5600-82202 1
94 • KNOB 5500-82221 1
95 • RING 5500-82230 1
96 COVER, fan 5501-31111 1
97 SCREW 0263-90520 4
98 COVER, engine 5580-32112 1

99 SCREW 1850-32160 1
100 SCREW 1900-31410 2
101 GUARD, plug 5500-32210 1
102 SCREW 0263-90514 1
103 SPARKPLUG 5602-73110 1
104 GROMMET 1852-72121 1
105 CORD COMP. 5500-73201 1
106 TANK ASS'Y 5911-85002 1
107 • CAP ASS'Y 5601-85200 1
108 • • HOLDER 5601-85230 1
109 • • CAP, holder 5600-85240 1
110 • • VALVE 5600-85250 1
111 • • PACKING 5500-85220 1
112 • PIPE COMP. 5911-85300 1
113 • FILTER ASS'Y 5500-85400 1
114 • CLIP 1260-85460 1
115 SCREW 5500-85510 2
116 SCREW 5910-85510 1
117 CLIP 1950-86120 1
118 LABEL T1078-91120 1
119 STAND 1897-31911 1
120 CLAMP 1140-72231 1

121 HOUSING-ASS’Y T3051-11000 1
122 • BRACKET(A) 6470-31211 1
123 • BRACKET(B) 6470-31221 1
124 • BOLT 01252-30530 2
125 • BOLT 01252-31514 1
126 • CUSHION 6470-31230 1
127 • DRUM 6460-12111 1
128 • BEARING 06004-06001 1
129 • SNAPRING 04065-02812 1
130 • SNAPRING 04064-01210 1
131 BOLT 6468-91150 4

The California Air Resources Board and KOMATSU ZENOAH are pleased to explain the
emission control system warranty on your 1995 and later small off-road engine. In California,

new small off-road engines must be designed, built and equipped to meet the state’s stringent
anti-smog standards. KOMATSU ZENOAH 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 may include parts such as the carburetor and the ignition system.

Where a warrantable condition exists, KOMATSU ZENOAH will repair your small off-road engine
at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor.

Manufacturer’s warranty coverage:

The 1995 and later small off-road engines are warranted for two years. If any emission­related part on your engine is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by
KOMATSU ZENOAH.

Owner’s warranty responsibilities:

– As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the
required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual. KOMATSU ZENOAH
recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your small off-road
engine, but KOMATSU ZENOAH can not deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts or
for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance.

– As the small off-road engine owner, you should be aware, however, that KOMATSU
ZENOAH may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has
failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modification.

– You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to a KOMATSU ZENOAH
distribution center as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs should be
completed in e reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.

If you have any questions regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should
contact KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. at (770)-381-5147 or you can write to

KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC.
4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500
Norcross, Georgia 30093

CALIFORNIA EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

EMISSION-RELATED PARTS, FOR TWO (2) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL DELIVERY OF THE MODEL

HE2601, UNIT, KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC. (THE COMPANY),
THROUGH ANY RedMax DEALER, WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE, FREE OF CHARGE, FOR THE ORIGINAL AND EACH
SUBSEQUENT PURCHASER, ANY PART OR PARTS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR
WORKMANSHIP. EMISSION-RELATED PARTS ARE:

THE CARBURETOR ASSY, COIL ASSY, ROTOR, SPARKPLUG,

AIR FILTER, FUEL FILTER, INTAKE MANIFOLD, AND THE GASKETS

ALL OTHER PARTS EXCEPT ABOVE PARTS, FOR TWO (2) YEARS OF HOME USE [ ONE (1) YEAR FOR ANY OTHER

USE ] FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL ANY DELIVERY OF THE MODEL HE2601 UNIT, THE COMPANY,
THROUGH ANY RedMax DEALER, WILL REPAIR OR REPLACE, FREE OF CHARGE, FOR THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER,
ANY PART OF PARTS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE IN MATERIAL AND/OR WORKMANSHIP. THIS IS THE EXCLUSIVE

REMEDY.

THE PURCHASER SHALL BEAR COSTS OF TRANSPORTING THE UNIT TO AND FROM THE RedMax DEALER.
THE PURCHASER 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 THE RedMax DEALER.
THE PURCHASER OR OWNER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE PERFORMANCE OF THE REQUIRED MAINTENANCE AS

DEFINED BY THE MANUFACTURER IN THE OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL.
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
NECESSARY" SHALL BE WARRANTED FOR THE WARRANTY PERIOD.ANY WARRANTED PART WHICH IS
TIME UP TO THE FIRST SCHEDULED REPLACEMNET POINT FOR THE PART.

ANY REPLACEMENT PART THAT IS EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DULABILITY MAY BE USED IN NON­WARRANTY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIRS, AND SHALL NOT REDUCE THE WARRANTY OBLIGATION OF THE
COMPANY.

THE COMPANY IS LIABLE FOR DAMAGES TO OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS CAUSED BY THE FAIRURE OF A
WARRANTED PARTS STILL UNDER WARRANTY.

THE WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO THOSE UNITS WHICH HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BY NEGLIGENCE OF
INSTRUCTION LISTED IN THE OWNER/OPERATOR MANUAL FOR PROPER USE AND MAINTENANCE OF THE UNITS,
ACCIDENT MISHANDLING, ALTERATION, ABUSE, IMPROPER LUBULICATION, USE OF ANY PARTS OR ACCESSARIES
OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED BY THE COMPANY, OR OTHER CAUSES BEYOND THE CONPANY'S CONTROL.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER THOSE PARTS REPLACED BY NORMAL WEAR OR HARMLESS CHANGES IN
THEIR APPEARANCE.

THERE ARE NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES.
IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE

ARE LIMITED TO TWO (2) YEARS OF HOME USE [ ONE (1) YEAR FOR ANY OTHER USE ] FROM THE ORIGINAL

DELIVERY DATE.

LIABILITIES FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE UNDER ANY AND ALL WARRANTIES
ARE EXCLUDED.

SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR EXCLUSION OR
LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMINATION OR EXCLUSION 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.
IF YOU NEED TO OBTAIN INFORMATION ABOUT THE NEAREST SERVICE CENTER, PLEASE CALL KOMATSU
ZENOAH AMERICA INC. AT (770)-381-5147.

IMPORTANT: YOU WILL RECEIVE A WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD AT TIME OF PURCHASE.PLEASE FILL
OUT THE CARD AND SEND IT TO RedMax / KOMATSU ZENOA AMERICA WITHIN SEVEN (7) DAYS.BE SURE TO KEEP
A COPY FOR YOUR RECORDS.

Red Max STICK EDGER

MODEL HE2601

2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC.
4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500
Norcross, Georgia 30093

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KOMATSU ZENOAH AMERICA INC.

4344 Shackleford Road Suite 500

Norcross, Georgia 30093

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