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 1. 

STOP SWITCH - 

 "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop.

 2. 

THROTTLE TRIGGER -

 Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration, press trigger gradu-

ally for best operating technique.

 

3. 

SPARK PLUG -

 Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 

 4.   

SPARK ARRESTOR MUffLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUffLER WITH CATALYSTR -

The muffler 

or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles 

of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. 

 5. 

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE

 - Pull recoil handle slowly until recoil starter engages, then quickly and firmly.  

When engine starts, return handle slowly.  DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.

 6. 

fUEL TANK CAP -

 Covers and seals fuel tank.

 7. 

AIR CLEANER - 

Contains replaceable air filter element.

 

8. 

THROTTLE POSITION LEVER - 

Pull back to increase engine speed. Friction washers maintain throttle lever 

setting.

 9. 

PURGE BULB

 - Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, purging air from 

the carburetor.  Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.  Pump purge 

bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.

 10. 

CHOKE  -

 Choke is located on the side of the air cleaner. Move choke lever to "COLD START" (

) to close 

choke for cold starting. Move choke lever to "RUN" (

) position to open choke.

 11. 

BLOWER PIPES - 

Twist lock design.

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ontents

1 - Power Head

1 - Blower Pipe Assembly

1 - Operator's Manual

1 - Warranty Registration Card

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STOP SWITCH - 

 "SLIDE SWITCH" mounted on top of handle. Push forward to start and run. Slide back to stop.

THROTTLE TRIGGER -

 Spring loaded to return to idle when released. During acceleration, press trigger gradually for 

best operating technique.

SPARK PLUG -

 Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture. 

SPARK ARRESTOR - CATALYTIC MUFFLER / MUFFLER -

The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise 

and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust 

area clear of flammable debris. 

RECOIL STARTER HANDLE

 - Pull recoil handle slowly until recoil starter engages, then quickly and firmly.  When 

engine starts, return handle slowly.  DO NOT let handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.

FUEL TANK CAP -

 Covers and seals fuel tank.

AIR CLEANER - 

Contains replaceable air filter element.

THROTTLE POSITION LEVER - 

Pull back to increase engine speed. Friction washers maintain throttle lever setting.

PURGE BULB

 - Pumping purge bulb before starting engine draws fresh fuel from the fuel tank, purging air from the 

carburetor.  Pump purge bulb until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line.  Pump purge bulb an 

additional 4 or 5 times.

CHOKE  -

 Choke is located on the side of the air cleaner. Move choke lever to "COLD START" (

) to close choke for 

cold starting. Move choke lever to "RUN" (

) position to open choke.

BLOWER PIPES - 

Twist lock design.

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ontents

1 - Power Head
1 - Blower Pipe Assembly
1 - Operator's Manual
1 - Warranty Registration Card

Summary of Contents for EB212

Page 1: ...and familiarize contents Always wear eye and when operating this unit WARNING Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and oth ers Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents Always we...

Page 2: ...ant Information 3 International Symbols 3 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment 3 Equipment Check 6 Emission Control 6 Description 7 Contents 8 Assembly 9 Blower Application 9 Operation 9 Fuel 9 Sta...

Page 3: ...act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided NOTE This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit IMPORTANT The enclosed message pro...

Page 4: ...rements whenever you operate the unit Hand Protection Wear no slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the blower handle Gloves also reduce the trans mission of machine vibration to your ha...

Page 5: ...on Repetitive Stress Injuries It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers hands arms and shoulders may cause soreness swelling numbness weakness and extreme pain in those area...

Page 6: ...not be visible through openings WARNINg Check fuel system for leaks due to fuel tank damage especially if the unit is dropped If damage or leaks are found do not use unit otherwise serious personal in...

Page 7: ...RTS ORDER ING instructions for specific information Hot Decal near muffler General Warning Decal located on top of blower housing English 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 9 11 65 Category I dB A Measured at 50 ft 1...

Page 8: ...t lock design Contents 1 Power Head 1 Blower Pipe Assembly 1 Operator s Manual 1 Warranty Registration Card 8 English STOP SWITCH SLIDE SWITCH mounted on top of handle Push forward to start and run Sl...

Page 9: ...requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa 2 stroke gasoline engines Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock and unintended machine o...

Page 10: ...ol or 15 MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether Gasoline containing methanol wood alcohol is NOT approved 2 Stroke Mixture Oil A 2 stroke engine oil meeting ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD standa...

Page 11: ...e required Protective Equipment and clothing Stop Switch Move stop switch button A away from the STOP position Throttle Position Move throttle position lever B midway between idle and full throttle po...

Page 12: ...e your Shindaiwa dealer repair stop switch before using blower again 1 2 A F B A B E startInG Warm enGIne The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke Stop Switch Mov...

Page 13: ...to perform a task Remember the higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise Minimize dust by using blower at lower speeds Keep debris on your property Be Smart be a good neighbor 1 2 3 4 6 B A...

Page 14: ...it Allow unit to cool before performing service Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces Maintenance component system maIntenance procedure reQ d skIll leVel daIly or before use...

Page 15: ...Clean rag funnel and an approved fuel container WARNING Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fue...

Page 16: ...take grill above the fuel tank INTAKE GRILL 0 65 mm 0 026 in spark pluG Level 2 Tools required 3 4 in Spark Plug deep socket Feeler gauge IMPORTANT Use only BPMR 8Y spark plug otherwise severe engine...

Page 17: ...ins Remove spark plug lead and spark plug Remove two upper 3 mm hex screws at recoil starter Remove engine cover five screws pull cover away from engine Loosely install spark plug to prevent dirt from...

Page 18: ...TANT Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder 4 Inspect he...

Page 19: ...ed RPM should be set to specifications found on Specifications page of this manual 7 Check idle speed and reset if necessary 18 English Cylinder Exhaust Port Level 3 IMPORTANT The cylinder exhaust por...

Page 20: ...e r e v o C l e u f h t i w d e l u o F e v i t c e f e d g u l P n i 6 2 0 0 m m 5 6 o t t s u j d A e c a l p e r r o n a e l C e c a l p e r r o n a e l C g u l p e c a l p e R s n u r e n i g n E...

Page 21: ...position 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all screws and nuts 6 Drain fuel tank co...

Page 22: ...l Ratio 50 1 two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 15...

Page 23: ...or have questions concerning Shindaiwa s Warranty Statement you can contact our Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 or contact us through the web at WWW SHINDAIWA COM PRodUCT WARRAN...

Page 24: ...e operator s manual is the customer s responsibility Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer during the warran...

Page 25: ...t SORE was designed built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C A R B emissions standards and that your equipment SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it...

Page 26: ...26 notes...

Page 27: ...27 Power Blower Operator s Manual notes...

Page 28: ...lable on WWW SHINDAIWA COM When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required Consumer Product Support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the appl...

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