Emission System Warranty Statement - Shindaiwa DH230 Operator's Manual

Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd.
Federal Emission Design And Defect Limited Warranty
Utility And Lawn And Garden Engines
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. warrants to the initial purchaser and each
subsequent owner, that this utility equipment engine (herein engine) is
designed, built and equipped to conform at the time of initial sale, to all
applicable regulations of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and
that the engine is free of defects in materials and workmanship that would cause
this engine to fail to conform with EPA regulations during its warranty period.
This emission warranty is applicable in all States, except the State of California.
For parts listed under PARTS COVERED, the dealer authorized by Shindaiwa
Kogyo Co., Ltd. will, at no cost to you, make the necessary diagnosis, repair, or
replacement of any defective emission-related component to ensure that the
engine complies with applicable U.S. EPA regulations.
MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY COVERAGE
When sold within the U.S., this engine's emission control system is warranted
for a period of two (2) years from the date this product is first delivered to the
original retail purchaser.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES
As the engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required
maintenance listed in your owner's manual. Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd.
recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your engine,
but Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. cannot deny a warranty claim solely for the lack
of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled
maintenance.
As the engine owner, you should however be aware that Shindaiwa Kogyo Co.,
Ltd. may deny your warranty coverage if your engine or a part has failed due to
abuse, neglect, improper maintenance or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your engine to the nearest dealer
authorized by Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. when a problem exists.
If your Shindaiwa Dealer is unable to answer questions regarding your
warranty rights and responsibilities, you should then contact your Shindaiwa
Distributor.
For the name and telephone number of the Shindaiwa Distributor in your
area, please call Shindaiwa Inc. at (503) 692-3070 between the hours of 8:00 AM
and 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
PARTS COVERED
Listed below are the parts covered by the Federal Emission Design and
Defect Warranty. Some parts listed below may require scheduled maintenance
and are warranted up to the first scheduled replacement of that part. The
warranted parts include:
1. Carburetor Internal Components
• Valve Assembly-throttle, Jet, Metering Diaphram
2. Ignition System Components
• Ignition Coil
• Flywheel Rotor
The emission control system for your particular Shindaiwa engine may also
include certain related hoses and connectors.
LIMITATIONS
The Federal Emission Design and Defect Warranty shall not cover any of the
following:
(a) conditions resulting from tampering, misuse, improper adjustment
(unless they were made by the dealer or service center authorized by
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. during a warranty repair), alteration, accident,
failure to use the recommended fuel and oil, or not performing required
maintenance services,
(b) the replacement parts used for required maintenance services,
(c) consequential parts used for required maintenance services,
(d) diagnosis and inspection fees that do not result in eligible warranty
service being performed, and
(e) any non-authorized replacement part, or malfunction of authorized
parts due to use of non-authorized parts.
The following statement only applies to United States and its territories
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR REQUIREMENTS
You are responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the engine. You
should keep all receipts and maintenance records covering the performance of
regular maintenance in the event questions arise. These receipts and mainte-
nance records should be transferred to each subsequent owner of the engine.
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. reserves the right to deny warranty coverage if the
owner has not properly maintained the engine. Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. will
not deny warranty repairs, however, solely because of the lack of repair,
maintenance or failure to keep maintenance records.
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL
DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTAB-
LISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE
PERFORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY
SHINDAIWA KOGYO CO., LTD. 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 WAR-
RANTY CLAIM.
If other than the parts authorized by Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. are used for
maintenance replacements or for the repair of components affecting emission
control, you should assure yourself that such parts are warranted by their
manufacturer to be equivalent to the parts authorized by Shindaiwa Kogyo Co.,
Ltd. in their performance and durability.
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE
All repairs qualifying under this limited warranty must be performed by a
dealer authorized by Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd.
If any emission-related part is found defective during the warranty period, it is
your responsibility to present the product to an authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
Bring your sales receipts showing the date of purchase for this engine. The
dealer authorized by Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. will perform the necessary
repairs or adjustments within a reasonable amount of time and furnish you with
a copy of the repair order. All parts and accessories replaced under this
warranty become the property of Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd.
To locate an authorized Shindaiwa dealer near you, contact your Shindaiwa
Distributor. For the name and telephone number of the Shindaiwa Distributor in
your area, please call Shindaiwa Inc. at (503) 692-3070 between the hours of 8:00
AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
THIS WARRANTY IS ADMINISTERED BY
Shindaiwa Inc.
11975 S.W. Herman Rd.
Tualatin OR. 97062
(503) 692-3070
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