Shindaiwa MULTiPURPOSE TOOL CaRRiER M254 - Manual (Page 16)

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Engine
Cover
Screws
Engine Cover
Muffler
Muffler Gasket
Muffler Bolts
Spark Arrester Screen
Spark Arrester Cover
Cover Screws
1. Remove the engine cover.
If the engine becomes sluggish and low
on power, check and clean the spark
arrester screen.
iMPORTanT!
If you note excessive carbon buildup,
consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Maintenance (continued)
Muffler Maintenance
waRninG!
Never operate the unit with
a damage or missing muffler or spark
arrester! Operating with a missing
or damaged spark arrester is a fire
hazard and could also damage your
hearing.
2. Remove the muffler.
3. Remove the spark arrester screen and
cover.
4. Clean the screen with a stiff bristle
brush.
5. Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for
any carbon buildup.
high altitude Operation
This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100
feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL
the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized Shindaiwa service dealer.
iMPORTanT!
If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine
below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result.
Carburetor adjustment
Engine Break-in
New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be
made. During the break-in period, your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed
can be adjusted as required.
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.
6. Reassemble in the reverse order of
disassembly.