Shindaiwa X7502891200, PS344 manual Hour Maintenance Remove and replace the fuel filter element

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Maintenance (continued)

10/15-Hour Maintenance

Remove and clean or replace the spark plug.

■■Adjust the spark plug electrode gap to 0.024 inch (0.6 mm). If the spark plug must be replaced, use only an NGK CMR5H or equivalent resistor type spark plug of the correct heat range.

CAUTION!

Before removing the spark plug, clean the area around the plug to prevent dirt and debris from getting into the engine’s internal parts.

NOTE:

The NGK CMR5H also meets the requirements for electro magnetic com- pliance (EMC).

0.024 inch

(0.6 mm)

Clean the spark plug and check the gap at the electrode.

50-Hour Maintenance

Remove and replace the fuel filter element.

■■Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel filter from inside the fuel tank. Inspect the fuel filter element. If it shows signs of contamination from debris, replace it with a genuine Shindaiwa replacement fuel filter

element.

CAUTION!

Make sure you do not pierce the fuel line with the end of the hooked wire. The line is delicate and can be dam- aged easily.

Hooked wire

Fuel filter element

Fuel filter maintenance

Before reinstalling the filter, inspect the fuel line. If you discover dam- age or deterioration, the unit should be removed from service unitl it can be inspected by a Shindaiwa- trained service technician.

135 hour maintenance

■■Combustion chamber should be decarbonized, and the valve clear- ance should be adjusted. It is highly recommended that this is done

by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician.

■■Replace the spark plug annually. See the section “10 -15 Hour Main- tenance” for instructions.

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Contents PS344 PowerBroomTM Contents IntroductionWork Safely SafetySafety Labels Use Good JudgementProperly Equipped Operator Be Aware of the Working EnvironmentSpecifications Product DescriptionAdjustable Handle AssemblyPrior to assembly Emission Control Exhaust & EvaporativeAdjust Throttle Trigger Free Play Sweeper Assembly sold separatelyMixing Fuel Fuel RequirementsAfter use Filling the fuel tankHandling Fuel Minimize the Risk of FireStarting the Engine Checking Unit Condition When the Engine StartsStopping the Engine If the engine does not startBreak-in and Operation Optional accessories Debris shieldOperating Operating TechniquesMaintenance Hour Maintenance Remove and replace the fuel filter element Hour maintenanceOverfill Hour maintenance Valve AdjustmentHour maintenance Gearcase Lubrication Replacing the gearcase oilEngine Break-In Carburetor AdjustmentMuffler Maintenance High Altitude OperationLong Term Storage Adjusting Engine IdleIdle Speed Adjustment Troubleshooting Guide Possible CauseIs the engine overheating? Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Exceptions Purchased Repair Parts and Accessories 01/2010 Servicing Information Parts/Serial Number

X7502891200, PS344 specifications

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