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... safe operation 5 6. Fuel and Chain Oil 10 8. Disposal 17 12. Set up 9 7. PSZ2460S Contents US-2 SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked ...MANUAL WARNING This mark indicates instructions which must be followed in the use of the product. 1. Maintenance 14 10. Specifications 3 3. Symbols on the machine 4 4. Operation 12 9. Storage 17 11. Parts location 3 2. NOTE This mark indicates hints or directions useful in order to prevent accidents which could lead to mechanical failure, breakdown, or damage. Troubleshooting guide...
... safe operation 5 6. Fuel and Chain Oil 10 8. Disposal 17 12. Set up 9 7. PSZ2460S Contents US-2 SAFETY FIRST Instructions contained in warnings within this manual marked ...MANUAL WARNING This mark indicates instructions which must be followed in the use of the product. 1. Maintenance 14 10. Specifications 3 3. Symbols on the machine 4 4. Operation 12 9. Storage 17 11. Parts location 3 2. NOTE This mark indicates hints or directions useful in order to prevent accidents which could lead to mechanical failure, breakdown, or damage. Troubleshooting guide...
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...300 hrs Fuel tank capacity 21.3 fl.oz (0.63 ) Transmission Centrifugal clutch, Rigid driveshaft Gear ratio 1.06 Cutting head Guide bar Type OREGON DOUBLE GUARD PS0011 Size 12(300) in.(mm) Saw chain Type OREGON 90SG44X Pich x Gauge 3/8x0.043 (9.53 x 1.09) in (23.6 cm3) Max. 1. US-3 Goggle 1 pc. Parts location PSZ2460S U S (1) Primer pump (2) Air cleaner cover (3) Choke lever (4) Fuel tank (5) Starter knob (6) Spark arrester (7) Gear case (8) Chain cover (9) Saw chain (10) Guide bar (11) Grip (12) Drive shaft housing (13) Sholder strap hanger (14) Throttle trigger (15) Stop switch (16...
...300 hrs Fuel tank capacity 21.3 fl.oz (0.63 ) Transmission Centrifugal clutch, Rigid driveshaft Gear ratio 1.06 Cutting head Guide bar Type OREGON DOUBLE GUARD PS0011 Size 12(300) in.(mm) Saw chain Type OREGON 90SG44X Pich x Gauge 3/8x0.043 (9.53 x 1.09) in (23.6 cm3) Max. 1. US-3 Goggle 1 pc. Parts location PSZ2460S U S (1) Primer pump (2) Air cleaner cover (3) Choke lever (4) Fuel tank (5) Starter knob (6) Spark arrester (7) Gear case (8) Chain cover (9) Saw chain (10) Guide bar (11) Grip (12) Drive shaft housing (13) Sholder strap hanger (14) Throttle trigger (15) Stop switch (16...
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MANUFACTURED: USE JASO FD OR ISO L-EGD GRADE 50:1 OIL *1: The year will be careful not to take a mistake. (a) The port to refuel the "MIX GASOLINE" Position: FUEL TANK CAP (b) The direction to close the choke Position: AIR CLEANER COVER (c) The direction to open the choke Position: AIR CLEANER COVER (d) If you turn to order new labels and affix them in the required location(s). IMPORTANT If warning label peel...
MANUFACTURED: USE JASO FD OR ISO L-EGD GRADE 50:1 OIL *1: The year will be careful not to take a mistake. (a) The port to refuel the "MIX GASOLINE" Position: FUEL TANK CAP (b) The direction to close the choke Position: AIR CLEANER COVER (c) The direction to open the choke Position: AIR CLEANER COVER (d) If you turn to order new labels and affix them in the required location(s). IMPORTANT If warning label peel...
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... and operating instructions. 2. If necessary yellow warning rope, warning signs should enter. Also note, if you may refer to somewhere around the perimeter of this product. 4. Exhaust gases contain dangerous carbon monoxide. 2. c. PSZ2460S ■ WORKING PLAN 1. The area within a perimeter of 50 feet (15 m) of the person using the product, you . (1) Attached tools and files (2) Properly reserved fuel (3) Spare blade...
... and operating instructions. 2. If necessary yellow warning rope, warning signs should enter. Also note, if you may refer to somewhere around the perimeter of this product. 4. Exhaust gases contain dangerous carbon monoxide. 2. c. PSZ2460S ■ WORKING PLAN 1. The area within a perimeter of 50 feet (15 m) of the person using the product, you . (1) Attached tools and files (2) Properly reserved fuel (3) Spare blade...
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... starting the engine. 3. Grip the handles firmly with a centrifugal clutch mechanism, so the cutting attachment begins to rotate as soon as the engine is in order to its original position. Place your authorized RedMax servicing dealer for tasks explained in serious burns or electrical shock. • IF SOMEONE COMES 1. Never touch the muffler, spark plug, or other part, or when replacing the oil or any other metallic parts...
... starting the engine. 3. Grip the handles firmly with a centrifugal clutch mechanism, so the cutting attachment begins to rotate as soon as the engine is in order to its original position. Place your authorized RedMax servicing dealer for tasks explained in serious burns or electrical shock. • IF SOMEONE COMES 1. Never touch the muffler, spark plug, or other part, or when replacing the oil or any other metallic parts...
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...-like speed! Sudden surprises contributes to keep your jobs free from where it down . Use only the replacement bar and chain or equivalent as maintain control of the guide bar may cause you to run on the engine. ■ TRANSPORTATION 1. WARNING • Make sure the chain and sprocket are correctly adjusted before turning on a mixed fuel which you operation the pole pruner. 4. 5. Never transport the pruner nor set...
...-like speed! Sudden surprises contributes to keep your jobs free from where it down . Use only the replacement bar and chain or equivalent as maintain control of the guide bar may cause you to run on the engine. ■ TRANSPORTATION 1. WARNING • Make sure the chain and sprocket are correctly adjusted before turning on a mixed fuel which you operation the pole pruner. 4. 5. Never transport the pruner nor set...
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.... Push the branch or tree to run at high RPM without a load. US-8 For safe operation • Never use a cracked or warped guide bar: replace it with a serviceable one and make unauthorized modifications or substitutions to the guide bar or chain. • Never allow the engine to ease the bind and free the blade. • Do not operate the pole pruner with broken or damaged...
.... Push the branch or tree to run at high RPM without a load. US-8 For safe operation • Never use a cracked or warped guide bar: replace it with a serviceable one and make unauthorized modifications or substitutions to the guide bar or chain. • Never allow the engine to ease the bind and free the blade. • Do not operate the pole pruner with broken or damaged...
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.... (SE4) (1) Guide bar (2) Saw chain (3) Gear case (4) Sprocket (5) Chain tension adjust screw (6) Nut (7) Chain tensioner nut (8) Chain cover Install the guide bar and the saw chain 3. Connect the end of the carburetor. (SE2) SE6 ■ CONNECTING SWITCH WIRES • Connect the switch wires between the engine and the main unit. Using a wrench, screw in . 5. Adjust the chain tension by improper tension. US-9 Depending on strap and attach unit to finger tightness. (SE5)(SE6) (1) Hole (2) Moving direction (3) Chain tensioner nut 4. Set up (SE8...
.... (SE4) (1) Guide bar (2) Saw chain (3) Gear case (4) Sprocket (5) Chain tension adjust screw (6) Nut (7) Chain tensioner nut (8) Chain cover Install the guide bar and the saw chain 3. Connect the end of the carburetor. (SE2) SE6 ■ CONNECTING SWITCH WIRES • Connect the switch wires between the engine and the main unit. Using a wrench, screw in . 5. Adjust the chain tension by improper tension. US-9 Depending on strap and attach unit to finger tightness. (SE5)(SE6) (1) Hole (2) Moving direction (3) Chain tensioner nut 4. Set up (SE8...
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... are not covered by the fundamental engine parameters and components (eq., carburation, ignition timing and port timing) without addition of any flame or sparks near fuel. RedMax Air-Cooled "Max Life", Synthetic blend Premium two stroke engine oil and ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD1378) AND JASO-FD oils are powered by operating engines on CLEAN Mid-grade 89 octane or Premium, unleaded (lead-free) gasoline and RedMax Air- Avoid smoking...
... are not covered by the fundamental engine parameters and components (eq., carburation, ignition timing and port timing) without addition of any flame or sparks near fuel. RedMax Air-Cooled "Max Life", Synthetic blend Premium two stroke engine oil and ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD1378) AND JASO-FD oils are powered by operating engines on CLEAN Mid-grade 89 octane or Premium, unleaded (lead-free) gasoline and RedMax Air- Avoid smoking...
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... an increased danger of time, RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 50 : OIL 1 (when using RedMax Air-Cooled "Max Life") clean the fuel tank after rendering it only at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the fueling point • Gasoline/Oil mixture Storage Recommendations before refueling the unit. Be careful that can cause damage to the internal engine parts very quickly. 2. US-11 Fuel and Chain Oil PSZ2460S test standard has...
... an increased danger of time, RECOMMENDED MIXING RATIO GASOLINE 50 : OIL 1 (when using RedMax Air-Cooled "Max Life") clean the fuel tank after rendering it only at least 10 feet (3 meters) away from the fueling point • Gasoline/Oil mixture Storage Recommendations before refueling the unit. Be careful that can cause damage to the internal engine parts very quickly. 2. US-11 Fuel and Chain Oil PSZ2460S test standard has...
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... the primer pump several minutes before starting operation. US-12 7. Operation OP1 ■ STARTING ENGINE WARNING The cutting head will start after several attempts, open the choke. Feed fuel and chain oil into their respective tanks and tighten the caps securely. (OP1) (1) Fuel (2) Chain oil OP2 2. Move the choke lever to open the choke and repeat pulling the rope, or remove the spark plug and dry it . (OP4) (1) (a) (1) stop switch to refill the oil tank every time when refueling the saw. And...
... the primer pump several minutes before starting operation. US-12 7. Operation OP1 ■ STARTING ENGINE WARNING The cutting head will start after several attempts, open the choke. Feed fuel and chain oil into their respective tanks and tighten the caps securely. (OP1) (1) Fuel (2) Chain oil OP2 2. Move the choke lever to open the choke and repeat pulling the rope, or remove the spark plug and dry it . (OP4) (1) (a) (1) stop switch to refill the oil tank every time when refueling the saw. And...
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... in oil flow is set at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw counter-clockwise. (1) (1) Idle adjusting screw NOTE • Warm up . (OP7) (1) Oil tank (2) Chain cover IMPORTANT The oil flow adjusting screw must be pressed in slightly in the field. Place the unit on its side with the cable adjuster as follows: 1. The pump is often desirable when cutting things like hardwood or wood with the engine running. 8. Operation OP7 ■ ADJUSTING OIL FLOW RATE...
... in oil flow is set at idling mode, turn the adjusting screw counter-clockwise. (1) (1) Idle adjusting screw NOTE • Warm up . (OP7) (1) Oil tank (2) Chain cover IMPORTANT The oil flow adjusting screw must be pressed in slightly in the field. Place the unit on its side with the cable adjuster as follows: 1. The pump is often desirable when cutting things like hardwood or wood with the engine running. 8. Operation OP7 ■ ADJUSTING OIL FLOW RATE...
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...road engine repair establishment or individual. ■ MAINTENANCE CHART ENGINE System/compornent fuel leaks, fuel spillage fuel tank, air filter, fuel filter idle adjusting screw spark plug cylinder fins, intake air cooling vent muffler, spark arrester, cylinder exhaust port throttle lever, ignition switch gear case screws/nuts/bolts oiling port guide bar sprocket saw chain Procedure wipe out inspect/clean see ■ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED (p.13) clean and readjust electrode gap clean clean, remove piled up carbon check operation grease tighten/replace clean clean inspect/replace inspect...
...road engine repair establishment or individual. ■ MAINTENANCE CHART ENGINE System/compornent fuel leaks, fuel spillage fuel tank, air filter, fuel filter idle adjusting screw spark plug cylinder fins, intake air cooling vent muffler, spark arrester, cylinder exhaust port throttle lever, ignition switch gear case screws/nuts/bolts oiling port guide bar sprocket saw chain Procedure wipe out inspect/clean see ■ADJUSTING IDLING SPEED (p.13) clean and readjust electrode gap clean clean, remove piled up carbon check operation grease tighten/replace clean clean inspect/replace inspect...
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... install the spark plug, first turn the plug until it is broken or clogged, replace with a new one. (MA9) (1) Air filter ■ FUEL FILTER • When the engine runs short of proper size for blockage. (MA10) (1) Fuel filter MA7 MA11 After every cutter has been set, check the depth gauge and file it a quarter turn more with a socket wrench. Maintenance ■ SAW CHAIN WARNING It is stopped. • Use a round file of fuel supply, check the fuel cap and the fuel filter...
... install the spark plug, first turn the plug until it is broken or clogged, replace with a new one. (MA9) (1) Air filter ■ FUEL FILTER • When the engine runs short of proper size for blockage. (MA10) (1) Fuel filter MA7 MA11 After every cutter has been set, check the depth gauge and file it a quarter turn more with a socket wrench. Maintenance ■ SAW CHAIN WARNING It is stopped. • Use a round file of fuel supply, check the fuel cap and the fuel filter...
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... remove any waste which have it repaired the area around the intake air cooling Public Resources Code) to equip a vent or between the clutch lining and drum, and if it has wipe it away using it is clean loose fasteners, any carbon buildup. Tighten all screws, bolts, and fittings. 3. The engine can become overheated, and WARNING that in turn may spark arrester when a gas powered tool...
... remove any waste which have it repaired the area around the intake air cooling Public Resources Code) to equip a vent or between the clutch lining and drum, and if it has wipe it away using it is clean loose fasteners, any carbon buildup. Tighten all screws, bolts, and fittings. 3. The engine can become overheated, and WARNING that in turn may spark arrester when a gas powered tool...
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... Case 2. US-17 Starting failure CHECK fuel tank fuel filter carburetor adjustment screw sparking (no spark) spark plug PROBABLE CAUSES ➞ incorrect fuel ➞ fuel filter is clogged ➞ out of engine starting . 10. Troubleshooting guide Case 1. Storage • Aged fuel is one of major causes of normal range ➞ spark plug is fouled/wet ➞ plug gap is built-up ➞ wipe away air cleaner ➞ clogged with dust ➞ replace cylinder fin, fan cover ➞ clogged with...
... Case 2. US-17 Starting failure CHECK fuel tank fuel filter carburetor adjustment screw sparking (no spark) spark plug PROBABLE CAUSES ➞ incorrect fuel ➞ fuel filter is clogged ➞ out of engine starting . 10. Troubleshooting guide Case 1. Storage • Aged fuel is one of major causes of normal range ➞ spark plug is fouled/wet ➞ plug gap is built-up ➞ wipe away air cleaner ➞ clogged with dust ➞ replace cylinder fin, fan cover ➞ clogged with...
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... no cost to service the subject engines. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty is designed, built, and equipped so as carburetor, ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tank, filters and other emission-related assemblies. Your emissions control system may deny you are responsible for a longer warranty period resulting from the type of time prior to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent owner that the engine or equipment is...
... no cost to service the subject engines. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty is designed, built, and equipped so as carburetor, ignition system, catalytic converter, fuel tank, filters and other emission-related assemblies. Your emissions control system may deny you are responsible for a longer warranty period resulting from the type of time prior to the ultimate purchaser and each subsequent owner that the engine or equipment is...
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... the remaining warranty period. WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty services or repairs are not exempted by CARB or EPA may be used . US-19 PSZ2460S warranty is warranted for a period of two years. Fuel system* 3. Fuel tank, cap and lines as necessary" will be warranted for regular inspection in the operator's manual. Such use will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. Any U such part repaired or replaced under warranty of any...
... the remaining warranty period. WHERE TO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Warranty services or repairs are not exempted by CARB or EPA may be used . US-19 PSZ2460S warranty is warranted for a period of two years. Fuel system* 3. Fuel tank, cap and lines as necessary" will be warranted for regular inspection in the operator's manual. Such use will be warranted for the remaining warranty period. Any U such part repaired or replaced under warranty of any...
Parts List
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PSZ2460S Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT Key# Part Number Description Q'ty Key# Part Number Description Q'ty 1 528 86 89-01 PIPE COMP. 1 22 521 82 23-01 • CLAMP 1 2 521 15 84-01 SHAFT 1 23 521 51 53-01 SCREW 1 24 576 11 09-01 NAME PLATE 1 4 574 39 03-01 GRIP ASSY 1 25 521 47 09-01 GRIP 1...SPRING, THROTTLE 1 28 521 53 22-01 TOOL SET 1 8 529 25 90-01 • LEVER, SAFETY 1 29 516 15 38-01 • DRIVER 1 9 574 39 08-01 • SPRING 1 30 506 68 61-01 • SOCKET 1 10 529 25 92-01 • LEVER, JOINT 1 31 505 31 19-01 • WRENCH 1 11 521 85 16-01 • SWITCH...
PSZ2460S Fig.1 DRIVE UNIT Key# Part Number Description Q'ty Key# Part Number Description Q'ty 1 528 86 89-01 PIPE COMP. 1 22 521 82 23-01 • CLAMP 1 2 521 15 84-01 SHAFT 1 23 521 51 53-01 SCREW 1 24 576 11 09-01 NAME PLATE 1 4 574 39 03-01 GRIP ASSY 1 25 521 47 09-01 GRIP 1...SPRING, THROTTLE 1 28 521 53 22-01 TOOL SET 1 8 529 25 90-01 • LEVER, SAFETY 1 29 516 15 38-01 • DRIVER 1 9 574 39 08-01 • SPRING 1 30 506 68 61-01 • SOCKET 1 10 529 25 92-01 • LEVER, JOINT 1 31 505 31 19-01 • WRENCH 1 11 521 85 16-01 • SWITCH...
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... 521 61 35-01 MUFFLER ASSY 56 521 33 83-01 • ARRESTER 57 521 34 55-01 BOLT TORX 58 511 35 04-01 GASKET, muff 59 506 62 96-01 PLATE 60 521 34 53-01 BOLT TORX PSZ2460S Q'ty Key# Part Number Description Q'ty 1 63 528 05 85-01 HOUSING ASSY 1 1 64 521 60... PULLEY 1 1 94 521 34 65-01 BOLT TORX 4 1 95 528 07 49-01 BODY ASSY 1 1 96 528 07 43-01 • PLATE, choke 1 1 97 528 07 44-01 • LEVER 1 2 98 521 74 09-01 • SCREW 1 2 99 528 07 47-01 ELEMENT 1 1 100 575 83 27-01 COVER ASSY 1 1 101 528 07 46-01 • KNOB...
... 521 61 35-01 MUFFLER ASSY 56 521 33 83-01 • ARRESTER 57 521 34 55-01 BOLT TORX 58 511 35 04-01 GASKET, muff 59 506 62 96-01 PLATE 60 521 34 53-01 BOLT TORX PSZ2460S Q'ty Key# Part Number Description Q'ty 1 63 528 05 85-01 HOUSING ASSY 1 1 64 521 60... PULLEY 1 1 94 521 34 65-01 BOLT TORX 4 1 95 528 07 49-01 BODY ASSY 1 1 96 528 07 43-01 • PLATE, choke 1 1 97 528 07 44-01 • LEVER 1 2 98 521 74 09-01 • SCREW 1 2 99 528 07 47-01 ELEMENT 1 1 100 575 83 27-01 COVER ASSY 1 1 101 528 07 46-01 • KNOB...