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Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others!

Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the con-

tents. Always wear eye and hearing protection when

operating this unit. Minimize the risk of injury: Read this

manual and familiarize yourself with its contents.

EB501 BLOWER

High Performance

SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/0PERATOR'S MANUAL

WARNING!

Part Number 68232-94011 Rev. 11/06

Summary of Contents for 68232-94011

Page 1: ...urself with the con tents Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit Minimize the risk of injury Read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents EB501 BLOWER High Perf...

Page 2: ...tionally high power at remark ably low displacement and weight As a professional owner operator you ll soon discover why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself IMPORTANT The information contained in...

Page 3: ...rea If you have any questions regarding your EB501 blower or if you do not understand something in this manual your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you For additional information you may also...

Page 4: ...ottle and Stop Lever Air Cleaner Spark Plug Starter Handle Fuel Tank Fuel Filler Cap Swivel Tube Flexible Tube 90 Discharge Tube Handgrip Exhaust Outlet Carburetor with Choke and Primer Volute Case En...

Page 5: ...subject to change without notice 1 Place the blower upright on the ground or a sturdy work surface 2 Fit the 90 discharge tube over the blower outlet port and secure with the 115mm dia clamp 3 Slip th...

Page 6: ...s right See figure 3 7 Lock the straight tube to the swivel tube by rotating the straight tube 8 Grasp the nozzle tube and lock the nozzle to the straight tube as in Steps 6 and 7 IMPORTANT Blower tub...

Page 7: ...some mixing oils Never use any fuel containing more than 10 ethanol alcohol by volume Generic oils and some outboard mixing oils are not intended for use in high performance air cooled 2 cycle engines...

Page 8: ...te this blower if fuel system components are damaged or are leaking n Never attempt to refuel the engine while it is running n Never attempt to refuel a hot engine Always allow the blower engine to co...

Page 9: ...nd hold the blower firmly with your left hand on the volute case See figure 7 Choke Control open position shown Danger from thrown dust or de bris Always wear eye and respira tory protection when oper...

Page 10: ...2 3 minutes The blower should now be ready for use STOPPING THE ENGINE 1 Cool the engine by allowing it to run at idle for 2 3 minutes 2 While squeezing the throttle lock lever push and hold the thro...

Page 11: ...e idle speed n Turn the throttle cable adjuster counter clockwise to increase en gine idle speed 5 Tighten the throttle cable locknut securely IMPORTANT A clean and unrestricted airflow is essential t...

Page 12: ...match the harness to every body size and type See figure 10 The adjusting strap lets the user determine how far apart the upper harness loops are positioned Easy to customize for maximum comfort Adjus...

Page 13: ...general rule operate your EB501 at the lowest throttle setting required to get the job done Never operate the blower if any component parts are damaged loose or missing 48011B Wear a dust mask to red...

Page 14: ...emove dirt and debris from the blower exterior n Inspect the engine tank and hoses for possible fuel leaks and repair as necessary n Inspect the entire blower for loose damaged or missing components a...

Page 15: ...replace with a new element See figure 14 CAUTION Do not nick or perforate fuel tube with wire hook Before reinstalling the filter inspect the condition of the fuel line If damage or deterioration are...

Page 16: ...en wrench to remove the four engine cover screws and then slide the cover from the engine taking care not to misplace the cyl inder to cover insulating gasket See figure 15 3 Pry the muffler screw ret...

Page 17: ...th any fuel remaining in the tank fuel lines or carburetor Your Shindaiwa warranty does not in clude coverage for damage caused by stale or contaminated fuels n LUBRICATION Remove the spark plug and t...

Page 18: ...at the spark plug wire terminal Faulty ignition ground NO YES YES Check the spark plug If the plug is wet excess fuel may be in the cylinder The plug may be fouled or improperly gapped The plug may be...

Page 19: ...5 hr maint page 15 Consult with an authorized servicing dealer Replace missing or damaged blower tubes Engine is rough at all speeds May also have black smoke and or unburned fuel at the exhaust Clogg...

Page 20: ...rating Check for presence of alcohol in fuel Refuel as necessary Consult with an authorized servicing dealer Clean the element Clean the Spark arrester page 15 Replace fuel filter Consult with an aut...

Page 21: ...uel filter Drain replace with clean fuel Replace fuel filter Clean or replace spark plug tighten the terminal Consult with an authorized servicing dealer Consult with an authorized servicing dealer Co...

Page 22: ...the performance of all scheduled maintenance As the engine owner you should however be aware that Shindaiwa Corporation may The following statement only applies to United States and its territories S...

Page 23: ...D B Y S H I N D A I WA CORPORATIONTHEUSEOFPARTSTHAT ARENOTEQUIVALENTINPERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTSMAYIMPAIRTHEEFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON T...

Page 24: ...ndaiwa com Shindaiwa Corporation Head Office 6 2 11 Ozuka Nishi Asaminami Ku Hiroshima 731 3167 Japan Telephone 81 82 849 2220 Fax 81 82 849 2481 2006 Shindaiwa Inc Part Number 68232 94011 Printed in...