RedMax GZ5000, Operator'S Manual

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The engine starts but stops again
Product part to examine Possible cause Action
Fuel tank Incorrect fuel type. Drain the fuel tank and fill with cor-
rect fuel.
Carburetor The idle speed is not correct. Speak to your servicing dealer.
Air filter Clogged air filter. Clean or replace the air filter.
Fuel filter Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter.
Transportation and storage
Transportation and storage
• For storage and transportation of the product and
fuel, make sure that there are no leaks or fumes.
Sparks or open flames, for example from electrical
devices or boilers, can start a fire.
• Always use approved containers for storage and
transportation of fuel.
• Empty the fuel and chain oil tanks before
transportation or before long-term storage. Discard
the fuel and chain oil at an applicable disposal
location.
• Use the transportation guard on the product to
prevent injuries or damage to the product. A saw
chain that does not move can also cause serious
injuries.
• Remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug and
engage the chain brake.
• Attach the product safely during transportation.
To prepare your product for long-term
storage
1. Disassemble and clean the saw chain and the
groove in the guide bar.
CAUTION: If the saw chain and guide
bar are not cleaned, they can become
rigid or blocked.
2. Attach the transportation guard.
3. Clean the product. Refer to
Maintenance on page 21
for instructions.
4. Do a complete servicing of the product.
Technical data
Technical data
RedMax GZ5000
Engine
Cylinder displacement, cu.in/cm
3
3.06 / 50.1
Idle speed, rpm 2800
Maximum engine power acc. to ISO 8893, kW/hp @ rpm 2.5 / 3.4 @ 9600
Ignition system
1
Spark plug NGK CMR6H
Electrode gap, in/mm 0.020 / 0.5
1
Always use the recommended spark plug type! Use of the wrong spark plug can damage the piston/cylinder.
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