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Maintenance (continued)

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

WARNING!

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1.With a 3 mm hex wrench remove the

4 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, muffler and engine cover in the reverse order of disassembly.

IMPORTANT!

Engine Cover

Engine Cover

Screws

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Spark Arrester Screen

Spark Arrester Cover

Cover Screws

If you note excessive carbon buildup, con- sult with an authorized servicing dealer.

Long Term Storage

Whenever the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer, use the following proce- dures to prepare it for storage:

ŶClean external parts thoroughly.

ŶDrain all the fuel from the carburetor and the fuel tank.

To do so:

1.Prime the primer bulb until no more fuel is passing through.

2.Start and run the engine until it stops running.

3.Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine will no longer start.

CAUTION!

Gasoline stored in the carburetor for extended periods can cause hard start- ing, and could also lead to increased service and maintenance costs.

IMPORTANT!

All stored fuels should be stabilized with a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL.

NOTE

Damage caused by stale or contaminated fuel is not covered by the Shindaiwa war- ranty policy.

ŶRemove the spark plug and pour about 1/4 ounce of 2-cycle mixing oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole.

Slowly pull the recoil starter 2 or 3 times so oil will evenly coat the interior of the engine. Reinstall the spark plug.

ŶBefore storing the unit, repair or replace any worn or damaged parts.

ŶRemove the air cleaner element from the carburetor and clean it thoroughly with soap and water, let dry and reas- semble the element.

ŶStore the unit in a clean, dust-free area.

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