Operator`s manual

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Prior to each work day, perform the
following:
n Remove the dirt and debris from the
engine, check the cooling fins and air
cleaner for clogging, and clean them as
necessary.
Daily Maintenance
10 Hour Maintenance
CAUTION!
Do not operate the machine if the air
cleaner or element is damaged, or if
the element is wet.
Every 10 hours of operation (more
frequently in dusty or dirty conditions):
n Remove the air cleaner element from the
carburetor and clean it thoroughly with
soap and water. Let dry before reinstall-
ing the element.
10/15 Hour Maintenance
CAUTION!
Before removing the spark plug, clean
the area around the plug to prevent dirt
and dust from getting into the engine’s
internal parts.
Every 10 to 15 hours of operation:
Remove and clean the spark plug.
n Adjust the spark plug electrode gap to
0.6 mm. If the plug must be replaced,
use only a NGK BMR6A.
Maintenance
WARNING!
Non-standard parts may not operate
properly with your unit and may cause
damage and lead to personal injury.
Mufer
This unit must never be operated with a
faulty or missing spark arrester or muf-
fler. 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.
WARNING!
n Never repair a damaged blade by
welding, straightening, or by modify-
ing its shape. An altered blade may
break during operation, resulting in
serious personal injury.
n DO NOT use 2-tooth or non-
Shindaiwa approved 4-tooth cutting
blades on Shindaiwa trimmers or
brushcutters.
n Blades are not interchangeable
between Shindaiwa edgers and trim-
mer/brushcutter models. Operating
any unit with a blade or attachment
not approved for that unit can be
hazardous and may cause serious
injury.
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance,
repair, or cleaning work on your unit,
make sure the engine and cutting
attachment are completely stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing service or maintenance
work.
NOTE:
Using non-standard replacement parts could
invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty.
Blades
Keep blades sharp and check blade
condition frequently. If a blade’s perfor-
mance changes suddenly, stop the engine
and check the blade for cracks or other
damage. Replace a damaged blade
IMMEDIATELY!
n Carefully remove any accumulations
of dirt or debris from the muffler and
fuel tank. Dirt buildup in these areas
can lead to engine overheating, fire, or
premature wear.
n Check for loose or missing screws or
components. Make sure the cutting at-
tachment is securely fastened.
n Check the machine for leaking fuel or
grease.
Loosen the screw
Remove and clean the element
Clean the spark
plug and check
the gap at the
electrode.
0.6 mm