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Adjusting Engine Idle
The engine must return to idle speed whenever the throttle lever is released.
Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set low enough to permit the engine clutch
to disengage the cutters.
Idle Speed Adjustment
1. Start the engine, and then allow it to idle 2–3 minutes until warm.
2. If the cutters move when the engine is at idle, reduce idle speed by turning the
idle adjustment screw (A) counterclockwise.
3. If a tachometer is available, adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct
idle speed
4. Carburetor fuel mixture adjustments are preset at the factory and cannot be
adjusted or serviced in the field.
WARNING!
The cutters must NEVER engage at engine idle speeds! If the idle speed cannot be adjusted
by the above procedure, return the trimmer to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection.
Long Term Storage
Whenever the unit will not be used for
30 days or longer, use the following
procedures to prepare it for storage:
■
Clean external parts thoroughly and
apply a light coating of oil to all metal
surfaces.
■
Drain all the fuel from the carburetor
and the fuel tank.
To do so:
1. Prime the primer bulb until no more
fuel is passing through.
2. Start and run the engine until it stops
running.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine
will no longer start.
CAUTION!
Gasoline stored in the carburetor
for extended periods can cause
hard starting, and could also lead to
increased service and maintenance
costs.
IMPORTANT!
All stored fuels should be stabilized with
a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL™.
NOTE:
Damage resulting from stale or contami-
nated fuel is not covered by the Shindaiwa
Warranty Policy.
Figure 25
■
Remove the spark plug and pour
about 7 cc (1/4 oz.) of engine
oil into the cylinder through the
spark plug hole. Slowly pull the
recoil starter 2 or 3 times so oil
will evenly coat the interior of the
engine. Reinstall the spark plug.
■
Before storing the unit, repair or
replace any worn or damaged
parts.
■
Remove the air cleaner element
from the carburetor and clean it
thoroughly. Then reassemble the
element.
■
Store the unit in a clean, dust-free
area.
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