Using The Blower; Maintenance - Shindaiwa EB802 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Using The Blower

Operating Tips
In the hands of an experienced opera-
tor, the blower can efficiently move
a wide variety of debris ranging from
grass clippings to gravel. As a general
rule, operate your blower at the lowest
throttle setting required to get the job
done:
WARNING!
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from
all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause uncon-
sciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed
away from your face and body..
WARNING!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor
to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks,
metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.

Maintenance

IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR
REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL
DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE
PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTAB-
LISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL, HOW-
EVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST
BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER OR
SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED
BY ECHO, INC. THE USE OF PARTS
THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PER-
FORMANCE 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.
WARNING!
Non-standard parts may
not operate properly with your unit
and may cause damage and lead to
personal injury.
■
Use low throttle settings when
clearing lightweight materials from
around lawns or shrubbery.
■
Use medium to higher throttle set-
tings to move grass or leaves from
parking lots or walkways.
■
Use full throttle when moving heavy
loads such as dirt or snow.
WARNING!
Before performing any
maintenance, repair or cleaning
work on the unit, make sure the
engine is completely stopped. Dis-
connect the spark plug wire before
performing service or maintenance
work.
NOTE:
Using non-standard replacement
parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa
warranty.
IMPORTANT!
Blower noise increases at higher
throttle settings! Always use the lowest
throttle setting required to get the job
done!
Muffler
This unit must never be operated with
a faulty or missing spark arrester or
muffler. Make sure the muffler is well
secured and in good condition. A worn
or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and
may also cause hearing loss.
Spark Plug
Keep the spark plug and wire connec-
tions tight and clean.
Fasteners
Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws
(except carburetor adjusting screws)
are tight.
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