Spark Arrester Screen Maintenance
If the engine becomes sluggish and low on power, check and clean the spark arrester screen.
WARNING!
Never operate the unit with a damaged or missing muffler or spark arrester! Operating with a missing or damaged spark arrester is a fire hazard and could also damage your hearing.
1.With a 4 mm hex wrench remove the
3 engine cover screws and the engine cover. See Figure 26.
2.With a 4 mm hex wrench remove the 3 muffler bolts and the muffler.
See Figure 26.
3.With a small flat bladed screwdriver remove the 2 screws holding the spark arrester screen and cover to the muffler. See Figure 26.
4.Remove the screen and clean it with a stiff bristle brush.
5.Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for any carbon buildup.
IMPORTANT!
If you note excessive carbon buildup, consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.
6.Reassemble the spark arrester, muffler and engine cover in the reverse order of disassembly.
Engine Cover |
Screws |
Cover |
Muffler |
Gasket |
Muffler |
Muffler |
Bolts |
Spark Arrester |
Screen |
Spark Arrester |
Cover |
Cover |
Screws |
Figure 26 |
Long Term Storage
Whenever the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer, use the following proce- dures to prepare it for storage:
nClean external parts thoroughly and apply a light coating of oil to all metal surfaces.
nDrain all the fuel from the carburetor and the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT!
All stored fuels should be stabilized with a fuel stabilizer such as 
oil with fuel stabilizer is not used.
Remove the remaining fuel from the fuel lines and carburetor. With the fuel drained from the fuel tank:
1.Prime the primer bulb until no more fuel is passing through.
2.Start and run the engine until it stops running.
3.Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine will no longer start.
CAUTION!
Gasoline stored in the carbure- tor for extended periods can cause hard starting, and could also lead to increased service and maintenance costs.
nRemove the spark plug and pour about 7.4 ml of
nBefore storing the unit, repair or replace any worn or damaged parts.
nRemove the air cleaner element from the carburetor and clean it thoroughly with soap and water. Let dry and reassemble the element.
nStore the unit in a clean,
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