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Maintenance
General maintenance
IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY ECHO,INC. THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM.
NOTE:
Using
WARNING!
Before performing any mainte- nance, repair, or cleaning work on the unit, make sure the engine and cutting attachment are completely stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing service or maintenance.
WARNING!
Muffler
This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester or muffler. Make sure the muffler is well secured and in good condition. A worn or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and may also cause hearing loss.
Spark Plug
Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean.
Fasteners
Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws (except carburetor adjust- ing screws) are tight.
Air Filter
The H4 engine that powers your Shindaiwa model is a hybrid
Daily maintenance
Prior to each work day, perform the following:
■■Remove all dirt and debris from the engine, check the cooling fins and air cleaner for clogging, and clean as necessary.
■■Carefully remove any accumula- tions of dirt or debris from the muf- fler and fuel tank. Check cooling air intake area at base of crankcase. Remove all debris. Dirt
WARNING!
Always wear gloves when working around the cutter assembly.
■■Lubricate the blades before use and after refueling. Check the cutters for damage or incorrect adjustment.
■■Clean any debris or dirt from the cut- ting attachment.
Cooling |
fins |
Cooling |
fins |
Air |
intake |
Remove all dirt and debris from the engine and check the cooling fins |
■■Check for loose or missing screws or | ■■Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws |
components. Make sure the cutter | (except carburetor idle speed adjust- |
attachment is securely fastened. | ing screws) are tight. |
■■Check the entire unit for leaking fuel |
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or grease. |
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