Shindaiwa 89304, C3410/EVC manual Introduction, Contents

Introduction

The Shindaiwa C4 series of hand-held power equipment is designed and built to deliver superior performance and reli- ability without compromise to quality, comfort, safety or durability. Shindaiwa engines represent the leading edge of high- performance engine technology, delivering exceptionally high power with remarkably low displacement and weight. As an owner/ operator, you’ll soon discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself!

IMPORTANT!

The information contained in these instruc- tions describes units available at the time of publication.

Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make changes to products without prior notice, and without obligation to make alterations to units previously manufactured.

WARNING!

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause can- cer, birth defects or other reproduc- tive harm.

Contents

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Safety	3
Product Description	5
Specifications	5
Assembly	6
Mixing fuel	10

Filling the fuel tank	10	Operation	13
Starting the Engine	11	Maintenance	15
Stopping the Engine	12	Long Term Storage	19
Adjusting Engine Idle	12	Troubleshooting Guide	20
Checking Unit Condition	12	Emission System Warranty Statement ..	23

IMPORTANT!

The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this unit as well as to protect you and oth- ers from harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most conditions, and are not intended to replace any safety rules and/or laws that may be in force in your area. If you have questions regarding your C4 series hand-held power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact Shindaiwa Inc. at the address printed on the back of this Manual.

Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special “atten- tion statements”.

DANGER!

A statement preceded by the triangular attention symbol and the word “DANGER” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent serious injury or death.

WARNING!

A statement preceded by the triangular attention symbol and the word “WARNING” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent serious bodily injury.

IMPORTANT!

A statement preceded by the word “IMPORTANT” is one that possesses spe- cial significance.

CAUTION!

A statement preceded by the word “CAUTION” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent mechanical damage.

NOTE:

A statement preceded by the word “NOTE” contains information that is handy to know and may make your job easier.

Warning and Operational Labels

50FEET (15m)

Read and follow this operator's manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury..

Wear eye and hearing protection at all times during operation of this unit. Wear head protection where there is a risk of falling objects.

Make sure no one is within 15 M / 50 feet of an operating machine.

Beware of thrown or richocheted objects

DO NOT operate this unit with a blade unless the unit is equipped with a Shindawia-approved handlebar or barrier.

Always wear a harness when operating this unit with a blade. A harness is also recommended when using trimmer line.

If unit is used as a brushcutter, beware of blade thrust. A jammed blade can cause the unit to jerk suddenly and may cause the operator to lose control of the unit.

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