Shindaiwa DG15BMK, Owner'S And Operator'S Manual

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Caution: Burns
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The engine, muffler and similar parts and surrounding components are
extremely hot during operation and immediately after stopping the equipment.
Never touch hot parts.
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Never open the radiator cap during operation or immediately after stopping the
equipment. Hot coolant and steam will spurt out.
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Always be sure to stop the engine and leave the engine to cool down before
performing any inspection/maintenance such as engine oil checking or fuel
filter checking. Opening the oil level gauge or oil filler during operation will
result in hot oil spurting out.
Perform the following maintenance procedures if not using the equipment for two months or
more.
1) Remove the battery.
（
Refer to section "8-6. Checking the Battery"
.）
2) Change the engine oil.
（
Refer to section "10. (1) Engine Oil Replacement"
.）
3) Drain the fuel from the fuel tank and strainer.
（
Refer to section "10. (4) Fuel Strainer Cleaning/Replacement "
.）
4) Clean and inspect the spill containment.
（
Refer to section "10. (8) Spill Containment Cleaning/Inspection"
.）
5) Remove the starter key and store in a secure location.
6) Clean all parts and store the equipment in an area with low humidity and little dust with a
cover or similar protection covering it.
<Note>
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Recharge a removed battery approximately once every month.
Warning: Electric Shock/Injuries
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Do not touch the equipment during operation if the equipment or your body is
wet.
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Always be sure to stop the engine and remove the starter key before performing
any equipment check or maintenance. The person performing the maintenance
must always keep the key.
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Do not operate the equipment with any doors or covers open, and always lock
them. There is a danger of hair, body parts and other items being caught up in
moving parts such as cooling fans and belts.
Warning: Fire
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Always locate a fire extinguisher near working space.
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Always be sure to stop the engine when inspecting fuel or refueling, and
absolutely never perform such tasks near fire, open flames or sparks. Wait until
the engine has completely cooled before inspecting fuel or refueling.
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Always be sure to wipe away any spilled fuel or oil.
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Spilled fuel and oil accumulates in the spill containment. Do not operate the
equipment with fluid accumulated in the spill containment.
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Absolutely never use the equipment if there is a fuel, oil or coolant leak, and be
sure to always repair the leak before using.

Absolutely never inspect or perform maintenance to the equipment near fire,
open flames or sparks.
12. Troubleshooting