Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
The engine does not start.
Make sure the fuel tank contains with clean, fresh fuel (pg 11).
Remove the spark plug (pg 13).
PROBLEM
Cutting performance is poor.
Make sure the choke is pushed fully in.
Make sure the air cleaner is clean (pg 17).
Safety Precautions (continued)
WARNING!
Kickback
■Kickback may force the
wheel up and back toward the operator
■ Kickback can occur whenever |
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the upper half of the |
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wheel touches an object. Never | EC7500.14 |
cut an object using the upper |
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half of the |
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| Figure 2. Always be aware of, and |
| prepared for, kickback. |
Is the spark plug wet?
Dry the spark plug.
Inspect the spark plug (pg 19).
Pull the recoil starter several times to remove fuel from the cylinder.
Is the spark plug dry?
Replace the
fuel filter (pg 22).
Make sure the
appropriate for your work.
Make sure the diamond wheel is sharp.
Make sure the drive belt is properly tightened (pg 19).
Make sure the carburetor is is properly adjusted (pg 18).
Operation
■The unit must be held firmly with both hands, one hand on the rear handle, the other on the front handle. Never hold onto any other part of the unit.
Figure 3. Always operate | EC7500.17 |
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below chest level. |
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■ Never impact or apply pressure |
to the sides of the |
for any reason. |
■ Maintain firm and stable footing |
during operation. Do not over- |
reach. |
■ When working in a group, make |
sure operators are least 30 feet |
(10 meters) away from each |
other. |
■ If you drop the unit or strike it |
against a hard surface, stop the |
engine immediately and inspect |
for damage. If you discover |
damage, have it repaired before |
you return the unit to service. |
■ Check the fuel filler cap regularly |
If the above inspections and maintenance procedures do not correct the problem, contact your Shindaiwa dealer for assistance.
■This unit must be operated below chest level. Operating above chest level may result in serious injury.
■When cutting vertically, the unit should be positioned horizon- tally or with the wheel side tilted slightly down. When cutting horizontally, the recoil starter- side should face up.
during operation to make sure it |
remains securely tightened. |
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