Maintenance (continued)

50 hour maintenance

Remove and replace the fuel filter element.

Before reinstalling the new filter element, inspect the condition of all the fuel system components (fuel pick-up line, fuel return line, tank vent line, tank vent, fuel cap and fuel tank). If damage, splitting or deterioration is noted, the unit should be removed from ser- vice until it can be inspected or repaired by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician.

CAUTION!

Make sure you do not pierce the fuel line with the end of the hooked wire. The line is delicate and can be dam- aged easily.

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Every 135 hours of operation, remove and clean the muffler.

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If the engine becomes sluggish and low on power, check and clean the spark arrester

screen.

1.Remove the spark plug boot.

2.With a 4mm hex wrench remove the 1 muffler cover and 3 engine cover screws and the engine cover. The muf- fler cover is attached to the engine cover at the top and front by tabs. To remove push inward at arrow area while pulling outward. See insert image.

3.With a Phillips type screwdriver remove the 5 screws holding the spark arrester screen and cover to the muffler.

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

5.Remove the 3 muffler bolts and the muffler.

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

7.Gently tap the muffler on a wood sur- face to dislodge any loose carbon.

8.Reassemble the spark arrester, muffler and engine cover in the reverse order of disassembly.

IMPORTANT!

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

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Shindaiwa 89302 manual Remove and replace the fuel filter element, Every 135 hours of operation, remove and clean the muffler

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