Shindaiwa 446s Owner's/Operator's Manual page 19

Federal Emission Design And Defect Limited Warranty
Shindaiwa Inc. 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. Environ-
mental Protection Agency (EPA), and that the engine is free of
defects in materials and workmanship that would cause this en-
gine 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 au-
thorized by Shindaiwa Inc. 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
Inc. recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance
on your engine, but Shindaiwa Inc. cannot deny a warranty claim
solely for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the per-
formance of all scheduled maintenance.
As the engine owner, you should however be aware that
Shindaiwa Inc. 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 Inc. 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
• Jet, Diaphragm Assembly-Metering
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 adjust-
ment (unless they were made by the dealer or service center
authorized by Shindaiwa Inc. during a warranty repair),
alteration, accident, failure to use the recommended fuel and
oil, or not performing required maintenance services,
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(b) the replacement parts used for required maintenance ser-
vices,
(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.
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 maintenance records should
be transferred to each subsequent owner of the engine. Shindaiwa
Inc. reserves the right to deny warranty coverage if the owner has
not properly maintained the engine. Shindaiwa Inc. 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 ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER,
WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER OR
SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY SHINDAIWA 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.
If other than the parts authorized by Shindaiwa Inc. are used for
maintenance replacements or for the repair of components affect-
ing emission control, you should assure yourself that such parts
are warranted by their manufacturer to be equivalent to the parts
authorized by Shindaiwa Inc. in their performance and durability.
OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE
All repairs qualifying under this limited warranty must be per-
formed by a dealer authorized by Shindaiwa Inc.
If any emission-related part is found defective during the warranty
period, it is your responsibility to present the product to an autho-
rized Shindaiwa dealer. Bring your sales receipts showing the date
of purchase for this engine. The dealer authorized by Shindaiwa
Inc. 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 Inc.
To locate an authorized Shindaiwa dealer nearest 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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