General Maintenance
IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY SHINDAIWA CORPORATION THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM.
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance, repair or cleaning work on the unit, make sure the engine and cutting attachment are completely stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing service or maintenance work.
WARNING!
NOTE:
Using
Muffler
This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester or muf- fler. Make sure the muffler is well secured and in good condition. A worn or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and may also cause hearing loss.
Spark Plug
Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean.
Fasteners
Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws (except carburetor adjusting screws) are tight.
Blades
Keep blades sharp and check blade condition frequently. If a blade’s per- formance changes suddenly, stop the engine and check the blade for cracks or other damage. Replace a damaged blade
IMMEDIATELY!
WARNING!
Never repair a damaged blade by welding, straightening, or by modify ing its shape. An altered blade may break during operation, resulting in serious personal injury.
DO NOT use
Blades are not interchangeable between Shindaiwa edgers and trim mer/brushcutter models. Operating any unit with a blade or attachment not approved for that unit can be hazardous and may cause serious injury.
Daily Maintenance
Prior to each work day, perform the following:
Remove all dirt and debris from the engine, check the cooling fins and air cleaner for clogging, and clean as neces- sary.
Carefully remove any accumulations of dirt or debris from the muffler and fuel tank. Dirt
Check for loose or missing screws or components. Make sure the cutting at- tachment is securely fastened.
Check the entire unit for leaking fuel or grease.
10-Hour Maintenance
Every 10 hours of operation (more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions):
Remove the air cleaner element from the carburetor and clean it thoroughly with soap and water or compressed air, let dry before reinstalling the element.
CAUTION!
Do not operate the machine if the air cleaner or element is damaged, or if the element is wet.
Loosen Knob | Remove and clean or | |
replace the element | ||
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