Stopping The Engine; Checking Unit Condition; Operation - Shindaiwa C344 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Starting the Engine (continued)
When the Engine Starts...
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After the engine starts, allow the
engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3
minutes before operating the unit.
Starting A Flooded Engine
1. Slide the ignition switch to the "I" (ON) position.
2. Open the choke, put the throttle trigger in the full throttle position, then clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber by
cranking the engine several times.
3. If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart at the end of this manual.

Stopping the Engine

Idle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition
switch to the "O" (Engine OFF) position.

Checking Unit Condition

NEVER operate the unit with the
cutting attachment shield or other
protective devices removed!
Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts
and accessories with your Shindaiwa
trimmer. Do not make modifications to
this unit without written approval from
Shindaiwa.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting
attachment is properly installed and
firmly tightened before operation.
NEVER use a cracked or warped
cutting attachment: replace it with a
serviceable one.

Operation

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
unconsciousness, 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.
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Starting the Engine (continued)
Starting A Flooded Engine
1. Disconnect the spark plug lead and use
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After the engine is warm, pick up
the spark plug wrench to remove the
the unit and clip on the shoulder
spark plug (turn counter clockwise to
strap, if so equipped.
remove).
2. Slide the ignition switch to the "O"
(STOP) position.
If the spark plug is fouled or
soaked with fuel, clean the plug as
necessary.
Stopping the Engine
Idle the engine briefly before stopping
(about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition
switch to the "O" (Engine OFF) position.
Adjusting Engine Idle
ALWAYS make sure the cutting
The engine must return to idle speed
attachment fits properly into the
whenever the throttle lever is released.
appropriate attachment holder. If a
Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set
properly installed attachment vibrates,
low enough to permit the engine clutch to
replace the attachment with new one
disengage the cutting attachment.
and re-check.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately
WARNING!
and check for damage if you strike a
The cutting attachment must
foreign object or if the unit becomes
NEVER rotate at engine idle! If the
tangled. Do not operate with broken
idle speed cannot be adjusted by
or damaged equipment.
the procedure described here, return
NEVER allow the engine to run at high
the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for
RPM without a load. Doing so could
inspection.
damage the engine.
Checking Unit Condition
NEVER operate the unit with the cut-
ting attachment shield or other protec-
tive devices removed!
Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and
accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer.
Do not make modifications to this unit with-
out written approval from Shindaiwa, Inc.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment is properly installed and firmly
tightened before operation.
NEVER use a cracked or warped
cutting attachment: replace it with a
ser viceable one.
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Squeezing the throttle trigger makes
the cutting attachment move faster;
3. Open the choke and fully depress the
releasing the throttle permits the
throttle lever with your left hand, then
attachment to stop moving. If the
pull the starter handle rapidly with your
cutting attachment continues to
right hand to clear excess fuel from the
move when the engine returns to
combustion chamber.
idle, carburetor idle speed should be
4. Replace the spark plug and tighten it
adjusted (see "Adjusting Engine Idle.")
firmly with the spark plug wrench. If a
torque wrench is available, torque the
spark plug to the values recommended
in the "Specifications" section.
NEVER operate a unit with worn or
Idle Speed Adjustment
damaged fasteners or attachment
holders.
1. Place the unit on the ground, then start
the engine, and then allow it to idle 2-3
minutes until warm.
2. If the attachment rotates when the
engine is at idle, reduce the idle speed
by turning the idle adjustment screw
WARNING!
counter-clockwise.
A cutting attachment shield or other
3. If a tachometer is available, adjust idle.
protective device is no guarantee
Check Specifications page for correct
of protection against ricochet. YOU
idle speed
MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST
FLYING DEBRIS!
NOTE
Carburetor fuel mixture adjustments are
preset at factory and cannot be serviced
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment fits properly into the appropriate
attachment holder. If a properly installed
attachment vibrates, replace the attach-
ment with new one and re-check.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken or
damaged equipment.
NEVER allow the engine to run at high
RPM without a load. Doing so could dam-
age the engine.
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