Table Of Contents; Attention Statements - Shindaiwa 68915-94310 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Introduction
The Shindaiwa EB8520 has been designed
and built to deliver superior performance
and reliability without compromise to qual-
ity, comfort, safety, or durability.
The information contained in this manual
describes units available at the time of produc-
tion. While every attempt has been made to
give you the very latest information about your
Shindaiwa EB8520 blower. There may be some
differences between your EB8520 blower and
what is described here.
Contents
Attention Statements ................................. 2
General Safety Instructions ...................... 3
Unit Description ......................................... 5
Specifications .............................................. 5
Assembling the Blower ............................. 6
The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this unit and also to protect you and others
from harm. These procedures are general guidelines only, and are not intended to replace any safety rules/laws that may be in force in your
area. If you have any questions regarding your EB8520 blower, or if you do not understand something in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer
will be glad to assist you. For additional information, you may also contact Shindaiwa Inc. at the address printed on the back of this manual.

Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special "Atten-
tion Statements".
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular Attention Symbol and the
word "WARNING" indicates a poten-
tially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, COULD result in death or seri-
ous injury.
Safety and operation labels
Read and follow this manual.
Failure to do so could result in
serious injury.
2
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
unit contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
CAUTION!
This blower is equipped with a spark-
arresting muffler! Never operate this
unit without both the muffler and
spark arrester installed and properly
functioning!
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Mixing Fuel ................................................ 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................. 8
Starting and Stopping the Blower ............ 8
Adjusting Engine Idle Speed ..................... 9
Using the Blower ..................................... 10
IMPORTANT!
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information that
should be acted upon to avoid damag-
ing the unit.
Wear eye and hearing protection
at all times during the operation
of this unit.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make
changes in production without prior notice,
and without obligation to make alterations to
units previously manufactured.
IMPORTANT!
Before using this unit, consult local regu-
lations concerning noise restrictions and
hours of operation!
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Maintenance ............................................. 11
Storage ...................................................... 13
Troubleshooting Guide ........................... 14
Emission System Warranty ..................... 17
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
"IMPORTANT" is one that possesses spe-
cial significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word "NOTE"
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
Keep hair and loose clothing clear
of the air inlet.
This unit is intended for outdoor
use only and should be used only
in well ventilated areas.
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