Shindaiwa EC7500 Owner's And Operator's Manual
Shindaiwa EC7500 Owner's And Operator's Manual

Shindaiwa EC7500 Owner's And Operator's Manual

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SHINDAIWA OWNER'S AND OPERATOR'S MANUAL
EC7500/EC7600
ENGINE CUTOFF SAW
Read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents.
This unit is designed primarily for cutting construction materials and
metal according to the type of cutting wheel installed.
WARNING!
To minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others, always wear hearing
protection, a dustproof mask, goggles and a helmet when operating this unit.
Keep this manual handy so you can refer to it when required.
Part Number 82044 Rev. 7/07

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  • Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S AND OPERATOR’S MANUAL EC7500/EC7600 ENGINE CUTOFF SAW ■ Read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents. ■ This unit is designed primarily for cutting construction materials and metal according to the type of cutting wheel installed. ■...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    If you have questions regarding your power tool, or if you do not understand something in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions WARNING! Before Operation ■ ■ ■ Using this cut-off saw, or any other When operating the unit, always Never run the unit if you discover a high-speed power tool, can be wear snug-fitting clothing, safety fuel leak. ■ hazardous.
  • Page 4 ■ When replacing parts, always use This unit must be operated below ■ Shindaiwa genuine parts. Using Keep the unit away from children. chest level. Operating above chest ■ non-Shindaiwa genuine parts may level may result in serious injury.
  • Page 5: Safety Labels

    Do not overreach. immediately stop the engine. plug cap and plug cord. Safety Labels Wheel Guard Lock Knob Free Lock EC7500 EC7600 Rated spindle speed Rated spindle speed 4180 min 3320 min Max spindle DECOMPRESSION Max spindle...
  • Page 6: Unit Description

    Federal emission requirements. Category C = 50 hours (Moderate), B = 125 hours (Intermediate) and A = 300 hours (Extended). meets or exceeds these specifications and is recommended for all Shindaiwa products. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 7: Assembly

    This unit consists of the items shown in Figure 6. Carefully inspect the engine unit for damaged or loosen bolts. If you find any damage or missing items, check with your Shindaiwa dealer. Instruction Tool Set Figure 6 Manual...
  • Page 8: Mixing Fuel

    L-EGD and/or JASO FC classified oils engines, and should never be used at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. in your Shindaiwa engine. Filling the fuel tank Place the unit on a flat, level surface. WARNING! Minimize the Risk of Fire...
  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Starting the engine Starting a cold engine Push the decompression valve In. CAUTION! Pull the choke all the way out (choke ■ The recoil starter can be damaged WARNING! closed). The throttle will automatically by abuse. be set to fast idle. See Figure 10. ■...
  • Page 10: Stopping The Engine

    Inspection and Maintenance Section. ■ Refer to the Troubleshooting Section. ■ If the engine still does not start, contact your Shindaiwa dealer. Figure 14 Stopping the Engine Let the engine run at idle speed for 2-3 minutes, then turn the on-off switch Off.
  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation WARNING! WARNING! the upper half of the cut-off wheel touches an object. Never cut an When using the cut-off saw, object using the upper-half of the ■ the wheel guard must be securely Never permit bystanders or animals cut-off wheel. in position as a protection against a near the unit when starting or ■...
  • Page 12 Operating (continued) Reversing cutting head for flush cutting operations Using a 6mm hex wrench, remove the WARNING! two belt guard bolts and slide the belt Before performing any work guard forward to remove. See Figure 18. on the cut-off saw, make sure the engine is stopped and the ignition Belt Guard switch is OFF.
  • Page 13: Inspection And Maintenance

    Check for leakage MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER ■ Fuel tank Check for leakage OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED ■ BY SHINDAIWA CORPORATION Wheel guard Check function AND USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT ■ Clutch bearing Grease EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND ■...
  • Page 14: Adjusting The Carburetor

    Inspection and Maintenance (continued) Adjusting the Carburetor If you are unfamiliar with carburetor WARNING! adjustment techniques, ask your dealer It is not necessary to adjust the carburetor When adjusting the carburetor, when the unit is new. Adjust the carbure- for advice. keep bystanders well away, and make tor only when you are sure it is necessary Adjust the carburetor in accordance with...
  • Page 15: Adjusting Belt Tension

    Inspection and Maintenance (continued) Adjusting Belt Tension Loosen the two bolts in the belt guard by one turn. See Figure 25. Mark Turn the tension screw so the washer aligns with the mark on the clutch cover. Tighten the two bolts in the belt guard. Washer Tension Screw...
  • Page 16 Speed properly set onto the collar. Rotation wheel corresponds to the one indicated on the wheel guard. Make sure there is no dust around the outer flange. EC7500.42 Diamond Wheel Guard Wheel Figure 30 Sharpening a Diamond Cut-off Wheel While running the engine at low speed, make about 10 passes at cutting a concrete block or a soft brick.
  • Page 17: Long Term Storage

    For decar- CAUTION! bonization, return the unit to your When installing the spark arrester Shindaiwa dealer. cover make sure the arrows are directed to the front of the muffler. If the spark arrester cover is installed...
  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide

    Make sure the cut-off wheel is appropriate to your work. Make sure the diamond wheel is sharp. Make sure carburetor is properly adjusted. Make sure the drive belt is properly tightened. If the above inspections and maintenance procedures do not correct the problem, contact your Shindaiwa dealer for assistance.
  • Page 19: Emission Warranty

    For the name and telephone number of the Shindaiwa Distributor in your emission control, you should assure yourself that such parts are warranted area, please call Shindaiwa Inc. at (503) 692-3070 between the hours of 8:00 by their manufacturer to be equivalent to the parts authorized by Shindaiwa AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time.
  • Page 20 NOTES Shindaiwa Inc. Shindaiwa Corporation ©2007 Shindaiwa Inc. 11975 SW Herman Road 6-2-11 Ozuka-Nishi Part Number 82044 Tualatin, Oregon 97062 Asaminami-Ku, Hiroshima Shindaiwa is a registered trademark of Telephone 503-692-3070 731-3167, Japan Shindaiwa Inc. 503-692-6696 Telephone 81-82-849-2220 www.shindaiwa.com 81-82-849-2481...

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