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HOW TO MAINTAIN AND STORE
Periodic Maintenance
WARNING!
Before performing any
service and maintenance or
repair work on the machine,
make sure that the stop switch
is in the STOP position and the
engine and the cutting attachment
are completely stopped. Always
disconnect the spark plug lead.
General Maintenance
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 Shindaiwa
Kogyo Co., Ltd. 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.
WARNING!
Before performing any
maintenance, 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 work.
Non-standard parts may not
operate properly with your unit
and may cause damage and
lead to personal injury.
NOTE:
Using non-standard replacement
parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa
warranty.
Muffler
This unit must never be operated with
a faulty or missing muffler. Make sure
the muffler is well secured and in
good condition. A worn or damaged
muffler is a fire hazard and may also
cause hearing loss.
Spark Plug
Keep the spark plug and wire
connections tight and clean.
Fasteners
Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws
(except carburetor adjusting screws)
are tight.
Blades
WARNING!
Never repair a damaged blade
by welding, straightening, or
by modifying its shape. An
altered blade may break during
operation, resulting in serious
personal injury.
DO NOT use 2-tooth
(lawnmower type) cutting
blades. Use only blades
approved by Shindaiwa for use
with your brushcutter.
Operating the machine with
a blade or attachment not
authorized for use for this
unit can result in serious
injury to the operator and/or
bystanders.
Keep blades sharp and check
blade condition frequently. If
cutting performance changes
suddenly.