Maintenance
Maintenance, replacement or repair of emission control devices and systems may be performed by any repair establishment
or individual, However, warranty repairs must be performed 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 emis-
sion control system and may have a bearing on the outcome of a warranty claim.
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance,
repair or cleaning work on the unit, make
sure the engine is completely stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing service or maintenance work.
Maintenance Intervals
COMPONENT/SYSTEM
Air Filter
Choke Shutter
Fuel Filter
Fuel Cap Gasket
Fuel System
Spark Plug
Cooling System
Muffler Spark Arrestor
Cylinder Exhaust Port
Gear Housing
Blades
Recoil Starter Rope
Screws/Nuts/Bolts
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE LETTER CODES: I = INSPECT, R = REPLACE, C = CLEAN
IMPORTANT NOTE - Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will
determine the frequency of required maintenance.
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:
(1) Apply Grease every 20 hours of use.
(2) Inspect blade and clean as needed. Lubricate blades periodically during use.
(3) Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity.
* All recommendations to replace are based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection.
IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURE
Inspect/Clean
Inspect/Clean
Inspect/Replace
Inspect/Replace
Inspect/Replace
Inspect/Clean/Replace
Inspect/Clean
Inspect/Clean/Replace
Inspect/Clean/Decarbon
Grease
Inspect/Clean
Inspect/Clean
Inspect/Tighten/Replace
WARNING!
Non-standard parts may not operate
properly with your unit and may cause
damage and lead to personal injury.
NOTE:
Using non-standard replacement parts
could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty.
WARNING!
Always wear gloves
when working around the cutter
assembly.
DAILY OR
3 MONTHS
EVERY
BEFORE
REFUEL
USE
I / C *
I / C
I (3) *
I (3) *
I / C / R *
I / C
I / C / R *
I / C (2)
I / C *
I *
YEARLY 600
OR 90
HOURS
HOURS
R *
I *
I / R *
I *
R *
I / C
I (1)
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