Shindaiwa EB3410/EVC Daily Maintenance, Every 10 Hours, more frequently in dusty conditions

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 equiv-alent in performance and durability to authorized parts may impair the ef- fectiveness of the emission control system and may have a bearing on the outcome of a warranty claim.

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!

Non-standard parts may not operate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to personal injury.

NOTE:

Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty.

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 build-up in these areas can lead to engine overheating, fire or premature wear.

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 pre-filter. If the pre-filter is torn or otherwise damaged, replace it with a new one. See Figure 13B.

3.Clean the pre-filter with soap and water. Let dry before reinstalling.

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, pre-filter and cover in the reverse order of removal.

Pre-Filter

Filter

Element

Figure 13B

CAUTION!

Never operate the blower if the air cleaner assembly is damaged or missing!

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