11
Maintenance
WARNING!
Before performing any main-
tenance, 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!
Non-standard accessories, cut-
ting attachment, or replacement parts
may not operate properly with your unit
and may cause damage and lead to
personal injury.
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.
General maintenance
NOTE:
Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty.
Muffler
This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing
spark arrester or muffler. Make sure the muffler is well se-
cured and in good condition. A worn or damaged muffler is a
fire hazard and may also cause hearing loss.
Daily Maintenance
Prior to each work day, perform the following:
■
Remove dirt or debris from the
engine, check the cooling fins and air
cleaner for clogging and clean them
as necessary.
■
Carefully remove any accumulation
of dirt or debris from the muffler or
the fuel tank. Dirt build-up in these
areas could cause engine overheat-
ing, induce premature wear, or cre-
ate a fire hazard.
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.
■
Check for loose or missing screws or
components. Make sure the cutting
attachment is securely fastened.
■
Check the entire unit for leaking fuel
or grease.
