Shindaiwa X7502831200 manual Spark Arrester Screen Maintenance, Carburetor Adjustment

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Maintenance (continued)

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 damage 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 3 mm hex wrench remove the engine cover screws and the engine cover.

2.With a 4 mm hex wrench, remove the

3 muffler bolts and the muffler.

3.With a small flat bladed screwdriver remove the 2 screws holding the spark arrester screen and cover to the muffler.

4.Remove the screen and clean it with a stiff bristle brush.

5.Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for any carbon buildup.

6.Reassemble the spark arrester, muf- fler and engine cover in the reverse order of disassembly.

IMPORTANT!

If you note excessive carbon buildup, consult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Engine Cover

Engine

Cover

Screws

Muffler

Muffler Gasket

Muffler Bolts

Spark Arrester Screen

Spark Arrester Cover

Cover Screws

Carburetor Adjustment

Engine Break-In

New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required.

High Altitude Operation

This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized ECHO service dealer.

IMPORTANT!

If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result.

NOTE:

Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized Shindaiwa dealer..

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Contents T344 Trimmer Contents IntroductionStay Alert SafetyWork Safely Use Good JudgmentSafety Labels Properly Equipped OperatorProduct Description Be Aware of the Working EnvironmentPrior to Assembly SpecificationsAssembly Emission Control Exhaust & EvaporativeCutting attachment shield Install trimmer headNylon line replacement To advance trimmer line TipFront handle installation Adjust throttle lever free playMixing Fuel Fuel RequirementsFilling the fuel tank After useMinimize the Risk of Fire Starting the Engine Checking Unit Condition When the Engine StartsStopping the Engine Starting a Flooded EngineOperation Maintenance Remove and clean or replace the spark plug Hour maintenance More frequently in dusty conditions10/15-Hour maintenance Hour maintenance Gear HousingHour maintenance Remove and replace the fuel filter element Hour Maintenance Valve AdjustmentSpark Arrester Screen Maintenance Carburetor AdjustmentIdle Speed Adjustment Long Term StorageTrimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation Troubleshooting Guide Possible CauseIs the engine overheating? Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Exceptions 99922201031 02/05/2010 01/2010 Page Page Servicing Information Parts/Serial Number