Maintenance
IMPORTANT!
Maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair estab- lishment 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
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance, repair or cleaning work on the unit, make sure the engine is completely stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing service or maintenance work.
WARNING!
NOTE:
Using
Daily Maintenance
WARNING!
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine and muffler free of dirt, debris, and
leaves.
CAUTION!
The engine is cooled by air drawn into the air intake cover on the blower housing. The blower fan then pushes the cooling air through an opening
in the fan housing, forcing it past the cylinder cooling fins. Failure to keep the cooling system and its passages clear of debris will likely result in engine overheating, a major cause of seri- ous engine problems that can lead to failure.
Prior to each workday, perform the following:
nRemove all dirt and debris from blower exterior and the engine. Check the cool- ing fins and air cleaner for clogging and clean as necessary.
nInspect the engine, tank, and hoses for possible fuel leaks, and repair as neces- sary.
nInspect the entire blower for loose, dam- aged, or missing components, and repair as necessary.
nCarefully remove any accumulations of dirt or debris from the muffler and fuel tank. Dirt
Every 10 Hours
(more frequently in dusty conditions)
1.Remove the air cleaner cover by loosen- ing the thumb screw and lifting up. See Figure 13A.
2.Remove and inspect the
3.Clean the
4.Inspect the air cleaner element. If the. element is damaged or distorted, replace it with a new one. See Figure 13B.
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.
| Unscrew |
Figure 13A | Fasteners |
IMPORTANT!
Direct the air stream at the inside face of the filter only!
6.Install the filter element,
Filter
Element
Figure 13B
CAUTION!
Never operate the blower if the air cleaner assembly is damaged or missing!
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