Shindaiwa AH254 Hour maintenance More frequently in dusty condi- tions, 10/15-Hour maintenance

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Maintenance (continued)

10-Hour maintenance

(more frequently in dusty condi- tions)

1.Remove the air filter cover by loosen- ing the cover screw(s) and lifting.

2.Remove and inspect the pre-filter. If the pre-filter is torn or otherwise damaged, replace it with a new one.

3.Clean the pre-filter with soap and water. Let dry before reinstalling.

4.Inspect the air filter element. If the element is damaged or distorted, replace it with a new one.

5.Tap filter gently on a hard surface to dislodge debris from element or use compressed air from the inside to blow debris out and away from the air filter element.

6.Install the air filter element, pre-fil- ter and cover in the reverse order of removal.

10/15-Hour maintenance

Loosen

fasteners

Remove the cover of the air filter

IMPORTANT!

Direct the air stream at the inside face of the filter only!

Prefilter

Filter element

Components of air filter

CAUTION!

Never operate the unit if the air cleaner assembly is damaged or missing!

Remove and clean or replace the spark plug.

■■Clean the spark plug. Adjust electrode gap according to the values listed in the ”Specifications” section. If the spark plug must be replaced, use only the type recommended in ”Specifi- cations” 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.

Gearcase lubrication

■■Lubricate the cutter assembly gearcase by pumping one or two strokes of lithium-base grease into the grease fitting (A) using a lever- type grease gun.

CAUTION!

Over lubricating can cause the gearcase to operate sluggishly and can cause grease to leak out.

Clean the spark

plug and check

the gap at the

electrode.

0.6 mm

(0.024 in)

Remove and inspect spark plug

A

Lubricate cutter assembly and gearcase

Gearcase

 

grease fitting

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Contents AH254 Introduction ContentsSafety and operation labels Safety Operating PrecautionsSafety Equipment and Labels Operator Safety Product DescriptionSpecifications Emission Control Exhaust & EvaporativeAdjusting the Hedge Trimmer Cutter Assembly AssemblyPrior To Assembly Cutter Assembly PositionsMixing Fuel Throttle lever free playAfter use Filling the fuel tankMixing Instructions Minimize the Risk of FireStarting the Engine Starting a Flooded Engine When the Engine StartsIf the engine does not start Stopping the EngineOperation Using the Hedge Trimmer PreparationsChecking Unit Condition Cutting SequenceMaintenance Remove and clean or replace the spark plug Hour maintenance More frequently in dusty condi- tions10/15-Hour maintenance Gearcase lubricationRemove and replace the fuel filter element Hour maintenanceEvery 50 hours of operation more Valve Adjustment Cutter blade adjustment Muffler and spark arrester maintenanceLong Term Storage Adjusting Engine IdleIdle Speed Adjustment Engine Break-InTroubleshooting Guide Is the engine overheating? Engine is knockingEngine difficult to shut off Poor accelerationEngine stops abruptly Top of engine is getting dirty and oilyExceptions Purchased Repair Parts and Accessories 01/2010 Page Page Page Servicing Information Parts/Serial Number

AH254EF1, X7502872400, AH254 specifications

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