Shindaiwa PowerBroom PS344 - Manual (Page 2)

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The Shindaiwa PS344 PowerBroom is
designed and built to deliver superior
performance and reliability without
compromise to quality, comfort, safety
or durability.
Shindaiwa engines represent the
leading edge of high-performance
engine technology, delivering
exceptionally high power with
remarkably low displacement and
weight. As an owner/operator, you’ll
soon discover for yourself why
Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself!
warning and operational labels
Read and follow this manual,
make sure anyone using the
unit does likewise. Failure to
do so could result in serious
personal injury or machine fail-
ure. Keep this manual for future
reference.
Always wear eye and hearing
protection. Shindaiwa recom-
mends wearing a face shield
as additional face and eye
protection.
Beware of thrown objects. Keep
bystanders at least 15 M (50
feet) away during operation.
introduction
Throughout this manual are special
“attention statements”.
attention Statements
WARNING!
A statement preceded
by the triangular attention symbol
and the word “WARNING” con-
tains information that should be
acted upon to prevent serious bod-
ily injury.
CaUTiOn!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information
that should be acted upon to pre-
vent mechanical damage.
iMPORTanT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special significance.
nOTE:
A statement preceded by the word
“NOTE” contains information that is
handy to know and may make your job
easier.
DANGER!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word “DANGER” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon
to prevent serious injury or death.
Safety ............................................. 3
Product Description ........................ 5
Specifications ................................. 5
Emission Control ............................ 6
Assembly ........................................ 6
Mixing fuel ...................................... 8
Filling the fuel tank.......................... 9
Starting the Engine ...................... 10
Stopping the Engine ......................11
Checking Unit Condition ................11
Operating ...................................... 12
Maintenance ................................. 13
Long Term Storage ....................... 17
Troubleshooting Guide ................. 18
Warranty Statement ...................... 21
Echo, Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior
notice, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
iMPORTanT!
The information contained in these
instructions describes units available at
the time of publication.
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Do not use on unguarded el-
evated surfaces.
Maintain a shallow working
angle and avoid moving toward
the vertical.
iMPORTanT!
The procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your unit as well as to protect you and
others from harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most conditions, and are not intended to replace
any safety rules and/or laws that may be in force in your area. If you have questions regarding your power tool, or if you do not
understand something in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the
address printed on the back of this Manual.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
WARNING ! Surface can
be hot. Always wear gloves
when handling this unit.
HOT SURFACE