Shindaiwa X7502863700 - Manual (Page 11)

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HT231_20
Daily maintenance
Inspect cooling system
Keep cooling
fins clean
Keep cooling air
intake passages
clean (Fuel tank
removed for
clarity)
Lubricate the cutters with oil before
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use, and after refueling.
Daily maintenance
Clean debris from
tank and muffler
Inspect cooling fins,
and clean as required
Clean around
spark plug
Inspect/clean air
filter element
Check cutters and guide
bar for damage and that
bolts are tight
Lubricate
cutters
Inspect front and
rear handles for
damaged or loose
attachments
WARNING!
To reduce fire hazard,
keep the engine and muffler free of
debris, leaves, or excessive grease
WARNING!
Before performing any
maintenance, repair, or cleaning
work on the unit, make sure the
engine and cutting attachment are
completely stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire before performing
service or maintenance.
WARNING!
Non-standard accessories, cutting attachment, or replacement parts may
not operate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to personal
injury.
IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PER-
FORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PER-
FORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY ECHO, Inc. THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT
EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS
OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM.
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.
Muffler
This unit must never be operated with
a faulty or missing spark arrester or
muffler. 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.
General maintenance
NOTE:
Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty.
Check the cutters for damage and
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make sure all bolts are tight.
Check for loose, damaged, or miss-
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ing components, and repair as
necessary.
Remove all grass clippings and dirt
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from the hedge trimmer.
Remove any compacted debris from
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around the fuel tank and/or muffler.
Inspect cooling system. Check cool-
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ing air intake area at base of crank-
case. Remove all debris. Dirt build-
up in these areas can lead to engine
overheating, fire, or premature wear.
Clean under the cylinder cover and
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around the spark plug.
Inspect the air filter element for clog-
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ging, clean as necessary.
Check for fuel leaks.
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WARNING!
Always wear gloves when
working around the cutter assembly.