Maintenance
Spark Arrester
Hard starting or a gradual loss of perform- ance can be caused by carbon deposits lodged in the spark arrester screen. For maximum
Muffler
Arrester
Screen
Arrester Screen Cover
1.Remove engine cover to expose muf fler. Remove the spark arrester from the muffler. The arrester is
2.Use a plastic scraper or wire brush to remove carbon deposits from the arres- ter screen and wipe clean exhaust base.
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3.Inspect the screen carefully, and replace any screen that has been perforated, distorted, or is otherwise unserviceable.
4.Press the spark arrester into the exhaust base.
If carbon accumulation in the muffler or cylinder is severe, or if you do not notice an improvement in performance after ser vicing, have the unit inspected by an autho rized servicing Shindaiwa dealer.
Long Term Storage
Whenever the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer, use the following procedures to prepare it for storage:
■Clean external parts thoroughly.
■Drain all the fuel from the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT!
All stored fuels should be stabilized with a fuel stabilizer such as
■Remove the remaining fuel from the fuel lines and carburetor:
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.
■Remove the spark plug and pour about 10 cm3 of
■Before storing the unit, repair or replace any worn or damaged parts.
■Remove the air cleaner element from the unit and clean it as outlined in the sec tion,
■Store the unit in a clean,
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