Safety (continued) The Properly Equipped Operator hearing. Wear close-fitting clothing to protect legs and arms. Glovesoffer added protection and are wear clothing or jewelry thatcould get caught in machinery NEVER wear shorts! can damage your hands. Keep a proper footing and overreach times during operation. toed shoes or sandals. barefooted! Always make sure condition. Do not cutting attachmentshield is missing, loose, or broken. Be Aware of the Working Environment Make sure bystandersor obser

NOTE: Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized Shindaiwa dealer.. Maintenance (continued) Adjusting Engine Idle The engine must return to idle speed whenever the throttle lever is released. Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set low enough to permit the engine clutch to disengage the cutting attachment. WARNING! The cutting attachment must NEVER rotate a

Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shutoff containers to reduce fuel spillage. Stored fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. After use • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container. IMPORTANT! Filling the fuel tank WARNING! Minimize the Risk of Fire ¦ NEVER smoke or light fires near the engine. ¦ ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. ¦ ALWAYS Wipe al

It is highly recommended that this is done by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician. ¦ Replace the spark plug annually: Use only the type recommended in the ”Specifications” section or an equivalent resistor type spark plug of the correct heat range. Set spark plug electrode gap to 0.6 mm. IMPORTANT! The valve clearance should be adjusted. It is highly recommended that this is done by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician. Valve Adjustment 1. Remove cylinder cover, rocker arm cover, and spark

¦ Clean the spark plug. Adjust electrode gap according to the values listed in the ”Specifications” section. If the spark plug must be replaced, use only the type recommended in ”Spec ifications” or equivalent resistor type spark plug of the correct heat range. CAUTION! Before removing the spark plug, clean the area around the plug to prevent dirt and debris from getting into the engine’s internal parts. 50-hour maintenance Gearcase lubrication Loosen fasteners Remove the cover of the air filter

• Cutting attachments such as, but not limited to, bars, chains, sprockets, tines, blades, PowerBroomTM, belts, and nylon trimmer heads for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, rental, or income producing will be covered for failures due to defects in material or workmanship for a period of 30 days from original product purchase date. Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty. • Multipurpose Tool Attachments carry the same w

Service the air cleaner element. Tighten or replace the spark plug. Check the Specifications section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Repair or replace fuel filter and/or fuel line. Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Engine is rough at all speeds. May also have bl

IMPORTANT! Inspect the entire blower for loose, damaged, or missing components, and repair as necessary. NOTE: Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty. WARNING! Before performing any maintenance, repair or cleaning work on the unit, make sure the engine is completely stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing service or maintenance work. WARNING! Non-standard parts may not operate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to person

Assembling the Blower WARNING! Danger from rotating impeller! Stop the engine before installing or removing the blower tubes! Never perform any maintenance or assembly procedures on this unit while the engine is running! Place the blower upright on the ground or on a sturdy work surface. 1. Grasp the blower tube as shown, and push the tube over the blower discharge port and locking pins. 2. Lock the blower tube to the blower discharge port by rotating the tube as shown. Blower Tube Locking Pin P

The use of engine oils designed for other applications, such as for outboard motors or lawnmowers can result in severe engine damage, and will void your engine limited warranty. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY: • Lack of lubrication or engine failure, due to the use of engine oils that do not meet the ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345/FD Standards. Shindaiwa ONETM Engine Oil meets the ISO-L-EGD and JASO M345/FD Standard. Emission related parts are covered for 2 years regardles