Shindaiwa T230 - Manual (Page 18)

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135-Hour Maintenance
After every 135 hours of operation or if
engine becomes hard to start and has low
power. The spark arrester screen should be
inspected and cleaned.
Engine Cover
Engine Cover
Knob
Figure 39
Spark
Arrester
Screen
WARNING!
Never operate the unit with a damaged
or missing muffler or spark arrester!
Operating with missing or damaged ex­
haust components is a fire hazard and
could also damage your hearing.
1. Remove the spark plug boot.
2. Remove the engine cover by loosen-
ing the engine cover knob (the knob is
captive) and lifting the cover from the
engine.
3. Remove the spark arrester screen screw.
4. Remove the spark arrester screen and
clean with a stiff bristle brush.
IMPORTANT!
If carbon deposits are severe or if no
performance improvement is noted, this
unit should be inspected by an authorized
Shindaiwa servicing dealer.
5. Reassemble the spark arrester screen
and engine cover in reverse order.
Spark Arrestor
Retaining Screw
Muffler