Shindaiwa X7502831500, T344 manual Specifications, Emission Control Exhaust & Evaporative, Assembly

■■Kit containing cutting attachment shield, mounting bracket and hardware, this owner’s/operator’s manual and tool kit for routine maintenance. Tool kits vary by model and may include a spark plug/screwdriver combi- nation wrench, and a scraper.

Specifications

Engine Name	T344
Engine Type	4-cycle, vertical cylinder, air cooled
Dry Weight (Without guard and strap)	5.9 kg/13.0 lb.
Bore x Stroke	38 x 30 mm	(1.5 x 1.2 in.)
Displacement	34 cc (2.1 cu. in.)
Fuel/Oil Ratio	50:1 with *ISO-L-EGD or JASO FD class engine oil
Fuel Tank Capacity	700 ml (23.7 oz.)
Carburetor Type	Diaphragm-type carburetor
Ignition	One-piece electronic, program-controlled
Spark Plug**	NGK CMR5H
Spark Plug Gap	0.6 mm	(0.024 in)
Torque	16.7 - 18.6 N∙m	(148-165 in • lbf)
Air Cleaner Type	Foam pre-filter; sealed felt main filter
Starting Method	Recoil
Stopping Method	Slide switch
Transmission Type	Automatic, centrifugal clutch w/bevel gear
Engine Idle Speed	3,000 RPM
Clutch Engagement Speed	4,500 RPM
Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.)	10,500 RPM

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

IMPORTANT!

This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.

Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III

The emission control system for the engine is EM/TWC (Engine Modification and 3-way Catalyst) and for the fuel tank the Control System is EVAP (Evaporative Emissions) or N (for nylon tank). Evaporative emission may be applicable to California models only.

An Emission Control Label is located on the unit. (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY; information on label varies by en- gine FAMILY).

PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD)

The 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

Assembly

IMPORTANT!

The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”; “right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” and “rear” refer to directions as viewed by the operator during normal operation.

Prior to Assembly

Before assembling, make sure you have all the components required for a complete unit and inspect unit and components for any damage.

■■Engine and shaft assembly ■■Cutting attachment shield ■■Cutting attachment

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