Adjusting Engine Idle

The engine must return to idle speed whenever the throttle trigger is released. Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set low enough to per- mit the engine clutch to disengage the attachment.

WARNING!

The attachment must NEVER rotate at engine idle! If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the procedure described here, return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection.

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 and apply a light coating of oil to all metal surfaces.

■■Drain 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.

Idle Speed Adjustment

1.Place the unit on the ground, then start the engine, and then allow it to idle 2-3 minutes until warm.

2.If the attachment rotates when the engine is at idle, reduce the idle speed by turning the idle adjusting screw counter-clockwise.

3.If a tachometer is available, adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle speed.

4.Carburetor fuel mixture adjustments are preset at factory and cannot be serviced in the field.

CAUTION!

Gasoline stored in the carbure-

tor for extended periods can cause hard starting, and could also lead to increased service and maintenance costs.

IMPORTANT!

All stored fuels should be stabi- lized with a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL™.

NOTE:

Damage resulting from stale or con- taminated fuel is not covered by the Shindaiwa warranty policy.

Idle Adjusting

Screw

■■Remove the spark plug and pour about 1/4 oz. of engine 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.

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

■■Remove the air cleaner element from the carburetor and clean it thor- oughly with soap and water. Let dry and reassemble the element.

■■Store the unit in a clean, dust-free area.

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Shindaiwa PS344, X7502891200 manual Adjusting Engine Idle, Long Term Storage, Idle Speed Adjustment
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X7502891200, PS344 specifications

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