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General MaintenanceIMPORTANT!MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIROF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES ANDSYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANYREPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL;HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BEPERFORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICECENTER AUTHORIZED BY SHINDAIWACORPORATION THE USE OF PARTS THATARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCEAND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTSMAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THEEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAYHAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF AWARRANTY CLAIM.WARNING!Before performing any maintenance,repair or cleaning work on the unit,make sure the engine and cuttingattachment are completely stopped.Disconnect the spark plug wire beforeperforming service or maintenancework.MufflerThis unit must never be operated with afaulty or missing spark arrester or muffler.Make sure the muffler is well securedand in good condition. A worn or damagedmuffler is a fire hazard and may also causehearing loss.Spark PlugKeep the spark plug and wire connectionstight and clean.FastenersWARNING!Non-standard parts may not operateproperly with your unit and may causedamage and lead to personal injury.NOTE:Using non-standard replacement parts couldinvalidate your Shindaiwa warranty.Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws (exceptcarburetor adjusting screws) are tight.BladesKeep blades sharp and check bladecondition frequently. If a blade’s performancechanges suddenly, stop theengine and check the blade for cracks orother damage. Replace a damaged bladeIMMEDIATELY!WARNING! Never repair a damaged blade bywelding, straightening, or by modifyingits shape. An altered blade maybreak during operation, resulting inserious personal injury. DO NOT use 2-tooth or NON-Shindaiwa approved4-tooth cutting blades on Shindaiwatrimmers or brushcutters. Blades are not interchangeablebetween Shindaiwa edgers and trimmer/brushcuttermodels. Operatingany unit with a blade or attachmentnot approved for that unit can behazardous and may cause seriousinjury.Daily MaintenancePrior to each work day, perform the following: Remove all dirt and debris from theengine, check the cooling fins and aircleaner for clogging, and clean as necessary. Carefully remove any accumulationsof dirt or debris from the muffler andfuel tank. Dirt build-up in these areascan lead to engine overheating, fire, orpremature wear. Check for loose or missing screws orcomponents. Make sure the cutting attachmentis securely fastened. Check the entire unit for leaking fuel orgrease.10-Hour MaintenanceEvery 10 hours of operation (morefrequently in dusty or dirty conditions): Remove the air cleaner element fromthe carburetor and clean it thoroughlywith soap and water or compressed air,let dry before reinstalling the element.CAUTION!Do not operate the machine if the aircleaner or element is damaged, or ifthe element is wet.Loosen KnobRemove and clean orreplace the elementFigure 352304716