SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
LE254
LAWN EDGER
WARNING!
Always wear eye protection when operating
this machine. To minimize the risk of injury, read this
manual and familiarize yourself with its contents.
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Safety
Work Safely
WARNING!
WARNING!
This machine operates at very high
speeds and has the potential to do
serious damage if misused, abused
or mishandled. To reduce the risk
of injury, you must maintain control
at all times, and observe all safety
precautions during operation. Never
permit a person without training or
instruction to operate this machine!
Never operate power
equipment of any kind if you
are tired or if you are under the influ-
ence of alcohol, drugs, medication or
any other substance that could affect
your ability or judgement.
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Do not
use attachments not approved by
Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit
to operate this unit safely.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
ALWAYS wear eye protection to
shield against thrown objects.
ALWAYS clear your work area of trash
or hidden debris that could be thrown
back at you or toward a bystander.
ALWAYS keep the unit as clean as
practical. Keep it free of loose veg-
etation, mud, etc.
NEVER run the engine when trans-
porting the unit.
ALWAYS stop the engine immedi-
ately if it suddenly begins to vibrate
or shake. Inspect for broken, miss-
ing or improperly installed parts or
attachments.
ALWAYS hold the unit firmly with
both hands and maintain control at
all times.
NEVER run the engine indoors! Make
sure there is always good ventila-
tion. Fumes from engine exhaust can
cause serious injury or death.
ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any mainte-
nance work.
ALWAYS use the proper cutting tool
for the job.
Product Description
READ THE
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
HOT SURFACE
WEAR HEARING AND
ANSI Z87.1 APPROVED
EYE PROTECTION
50 FEET
(15m)
KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
AT LEAST 50 FEET (15m)
BEWARE OF THROWN OR
RICHOCHETED OBJECTS
This label indicates the minimum distance between
front handle and rear grip per ANSI B175.3.
KEEP AWAY FROM
ROTATING BLADE
Shindaiwa
P/N 19422-00046
IMPORTANT!
Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all
information labels are undamaged and readable. Imme-
diately replace damaged or missing information labels.
New labels are available. Contact your local authorized
Shindaiwa dealer.
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Safety (continued)
The properly equipped operator
Always wear eye protection such as goggles or
safety glasses. Wear hearing protection devices
and a broad-brimmed hat or helmet.
Wear nonslip heavy-duty work
gloves to improve your grip on the
unit’s handle. Wear snug-fitting
clothes that also permit freedom of
movement. NEVER wear shorts!
Always operate with both hands
firmly gripping the unit.
Keep away from rotating attachments
at all times, and NEVER lift a moving
attachment above waist-height.
Keep a proper footing and do not
overreach—maintain your balance
at all times during operation.
Always make sure the appropriate cutting
attachment shield is correctly installed and in
good condition.
Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip
soles to provide good footing. Steel-
toed safety boots are recommended.
Never operate unit bare-footed!
Be aware of the working environment
Avoid long-term operation in very
hot or very cold weather.
Make sure bystanders or observers
outside the 15 meters “danger zone”
wear eye protection.
Be extremely careful of
slippery terrain, especially
during rainy weather.
Reduce the risk of bystanders being
struck by flying debris. Make sure no
one is within 15 meters—that’s about
16 paces—of an operating attachment.
Be constantly alert for objects and
debris that could be thrown either
from the rotating cutting attachment
or bounced from a hard surface.
If contact is made with a hard
object, stop the engine and
inspect the cutting attachment
for damage.
When operating in rocky terrain or near
electric wires or fences, use extreme
caution to avoid contacting such items
with the cutting attachment.
Always make sure the
appropriate cutting attachment
shield is correctly installed.
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Product Description
Using the illustration as a guide,
familiarize yourself with your
Throttle Interlock
lever
machine and its various components.
Understanding your machine helps
ensure top performance, long service
life and safer operation.
Ignition switch
Grip
Handle
Cutting
attachment shield
Fuel tank
Shaft tube
Throttle
Trigger
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modifications or alterations to any
of these units or their components.
Edger blade
Gearcase
Specifications
Engine Model
LE254
6.3 kg / 14.0 lb.
Dry weight (Including attachments)
Engine type
4-cycle, vertical cylinder, air cooled
34 x 27 mm / 1.3 x 1.1 in.
Bore x stroke
Displacement
Fuel/oil ratio
24.5 cc / 1.5 cu. in.
50:1 with *ISO-L-EGD or JASO FD class engine oil
Diaphragm-type
Carburetor type
Fuel tank capacity
Ignition
590 ml / 20.0 oz.
One-piece electronic, program contolled
Spark plug
NGK CMR5H
0.6 mm / 0.024 in.
Electrode Gap
Torque
16.7 - 18.6 N∙m (148-165 in • lbf)
Air cleaner type
Foam pre-filter; sealed felt main filter
Recoil
Starting method
Stopping method
Slide switch
Transmission type
Edger Blade
Automatic, centrifugal clutch w/bevel gear
7.75 inch/197 mm Steel Edger Blade
3,000 RPM
Idle Speed (RPM)
Clutch Engagement Speed (RPM)
Wide Open Throttle (RPM)
4,100 RPM
10,500 RPM
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
IMPORTANT!
This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002.
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Emission Control (exhaust & evaporative)
EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III
The emission control system for the engine is EM/TWC (Engine Modification and 3-way Catalyst) and for the fuel tank the
Control System is EVAP (Evaporative Emissions) or N (for nylon tank). Evaporative emission may be applicable to California
models only.
Emission Control Label (located on Engine) (EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by FAMILY).
PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD)
The 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions
output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in
the Maintenance Section of this manual.
Assembly
Prior to assembly
IMPORTANT!
■ Cutting Attachment Shield
Before assembling, make sure you have
all the components required for a com-
plete unit. Carefully inspect all compo-
nents for damage.
The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and
“LH”; “right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”;
“front” and “rear” refer to directions as
viewed by the operator during normal
operation.
■ Edger Blade
■ Kit containing this owner's/opera-
tor's manual, and a tool kit for rou-
tine maintenance.
■ Outer Tube/Main Shaft Assembly
Mounting the cutting attachment shield and edger blade
1. Loosen gearcase clamp screw.
Gearcase
clamp screw
2. Remove the gearcase index screw.
3. Slide gearcase on to shaft tube,
engaging flex drive cable with
female socket in gearcase.
Shaft tube
NOTE:
Gearcase
index
screw
It may be necessary to pull the flex
cable out from the shaft tube, engage
into the gearcase and then slide the
assembly onto the shaft tube.
4. Align index screw hole in gearcase
with index hole in shaft tube,
and install index screw. Tighten
securely.
Index hole
Gearcase
Flex drive cable
5. Tighten the clamp bolt and torque
to 5.9 - 8.0 N•m (52 - 69 in•lbs).
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Assembly (continued)
Adjust Throttle Trigger Free Play
The throttle trigger free play should be
approximately 4 - 6 mm (3/16” - 1/4”).
Make sure that the throttle lever oper-
ates smoothly without binding. If it
becomes necessary to adjust the lever
free play, follow the procedures and
illustrations that follow.
4-6 mm
(3/16”-1/4”)
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover knob
and remove the air cleaner cover.
Throttle Trigger
Free Play
2. Turn the cable adjuster in or out as
required to obtain proper free play
4-6 mm.
Cable
Adjuster
Adjust as required for
4-6 mm free play
3. Reinstall the air cleaner cover.
Remove air
cleaner cover
Mixing Fuel
WARNING!
Alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa require-
ments are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance
problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to,
improper clutch engagement. Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets, carbure-
tors and other engine components.
Fuel Requirements
Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may contain up to
10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing methanol (wood alcohol) is
NOT approved.
Hybrid 4TM Mixture Oil - Engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD standards must be
used. Shindaiwa highly recommends using Shindaiwa Red ArmorTM engine oil in all Shindaiwa Hybrid 4TM engines to
protect the engine from harmful carbon build up, maintain engine performance, and increase engine life. Shindaiwa
Red ArmorTM engine oil exceeds ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. M345/FD performance requirements. Engine problems
due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD certi-
fied oil will void the engine warranty.
Examples of 50:1 mixing quantities
IMPORTANT!
Shindaiwa Red ArmorTM engine oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application
in all Shindaiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specified in those
manuals.
IMPORTANT!
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30)
days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Use of unmixed, improp-
erly mixed, or stale fuel, may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe
engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in
the Long Term Storage section of this manual.
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Handling Fuel
DANGER
Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury
may result.
• Use an approved fuel container.
• DO NOT smoke near fuel.
• DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize.
• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING!
• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.
• DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately.
• Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired.
• Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine.
Mixing Instructions
Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required
local government for the laws affecting your area. As a pre-
amount of gasoline.
caution, store fuel in an approved, airtight container. Store
2. Add the proper amount of engine oil to gasoline.
in a well-ventilated, unoccupied building, away from sparks
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
and flames.
4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions.
Stored fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container
Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-
thoroughly before each use.
off containers to reduce fuel spillage.
After use
• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur.
Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.
Filling the fuel tank
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
■ NEVER smoke or light fires near the engine.
■ ALWAYS store gasoline in a container approved for
flammable liquids.
■ ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before
refueling.
■ ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks before each
use. During each refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank.
■ ALWAYS Wipe all spilled fuel and move at least 3
meters (10 feet) from the fueling point and source before
starting.
If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the unit immedi-
ately. Fuel leaks must be repaired before using the unit.
■ NEVER place flammable material close to the engine
■ ALWAYS move the unit at least 3 meters (10 feet)
away from a fuel storage area or other readily flam-
mable materials before starting
muffler.
■
NEVER operate the engine without the muffler and spark
arrester screen in place and in good working condition.
the engine.
■ FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.
1. Place the unit on a flat, level surface.
3. Remove the fuel cap, and fill the tank with clean, fresh
2. Clear any dirt or other debris from around the fuel filler cap.
fuel.
4. Reinstall the fuel filler cap and tighten firmly.
CAUTION!
5. Wipe away any spilled fuel before starting engine.
Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping the engine
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Starting the Engine
WARNING!
The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury.
Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that
could cause loss of control.
IMPORTANT!
Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF
or STOP.
1. Slide the ignition switch to the “ON”
position.
6. When the engine starts, slowly
WARNING!
Never start the engine from
the operating position.
2. Set the throttle trigger to the “fast
idle”:
move the choke lever to the “OPEN”
position. (If the engine stops after
the initial start, close the choke and
restart.)
a.Depress and hold the throttle
interlock, then squeeze the throt-
tle trigger.
b.Depress and hold the fast idle
button.
Throttle Interlock
Open
ON
c. Release the throttle trigger and
throttle interlock, then release fast
idle button.
3. Press the primer bulb until fuel
can be seen flowing in the trans-
parent return tube.
Fast Idle
Button
Throttle Trigger
IMPORTANT!
Slide ignition to ON
The primer system only pushes fuel
through the carburetor. Repeatedly
pressing the primer bulb will not flood
the engine with fuel.
After engine starts,
move choke to OPEN position
Primer Bulb
7. Operating the throttle will automati-
cally disengage the fast idle setting.
4. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED
position if engine is cold.
IMPORTANT!
If the engine fails to start after several
attempts with the choke in the closed
position, the engine may be flooded
with fuel. If flooding is suspected, refer
to the ”Starting a Flooded Engine”
section of this manual.
CAUTION!
Do not pull the recoil starter to the
end of the rope travel. Pulling the
recoil starter to the end of the rope
travel can damage the starter.
Press primer bulb...
5. While holding the outer tube firmly-
with left hand. Use your other hand
to slowly pull the recoil starter han-
dle until resistance is felt, then pull
quickly to start the engine.
When the Engine Starts...
■ After the engine starts, allow the
engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3
minutes before operating the unit.
Close
choke
■
Advancing the throttle makes the cut-
ting attachment move faster; releasing
the throttle permits the attachment to
stop moving. If the cutting attachment
continues to move when the engine
returns to idle, carburetor idle speed
should be adjusted. (See “Adjusting
Engine Idle”.)
Hold
the unit
firmly...
Set the choke lever to the CLOSED position
Make sure the
attachment is clear
of obstructions!
...and pull recoil
starter handle
upward
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Starting the Engine (continued)
Starting A Flooded Engine
1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I”
2. Open the choke, put the throttle trig- 3. If the engine still fails to start or fire,
(ON) position.
ger in the full throttle position, then
clear excess fuel from the com-
bustion chamber by cranking the
engine several times.
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 igni-
tion switch to the “O” (Engine OFF)
position.
OFF
Slide ignition to OFF
Checking Unit Condition
NEVER operate the unit with the cut-
ting attachment shield or other protec-
tive devices removed!
NEVER use a cracked or warped cut- NEVER allow the engine to run at high
ting attachment: replace it with a ser-
viceable one.
RPM without a load. Doing so could
damage the engine.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment fits properly into the appropriate
attachment holder. If a properly installed holders.
attachment vibrates, replace the attach-
ment with new one and re-check.
NEVER operate a unit with worn or
damaged fasteners or attachment
Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts
and accessories with your Shindaiwa
edger. Do not make modifications to
this unit without written approval from
Shindaiwa.
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment is properly installed and firmly
tightened before operation.
or other protective device is no
guarantee of protection against rico-
chet. YOU MUST ALWAYS GUARD
AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken or
damaged equipment.
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Operation
Using a hand-held edger
WARNING!
■ Wear eye protection, long pants, and boots when operating this
machine!
■
Whenever you strike a hard object with the blade, always stop the edger
and carefully inspect the blade for damage. NEVER OPERATE THE
EDGER WITH A DAMAGED BLADE!
■ Before edging, make sure the area is soft enough so the blade does not
bog down. If necessary, water the area before edging.
■ Remove debris and other obstacles that could be thrown by the rotating
blade.
■ Plan your work so the edger blade is always on your right-hand side.
■
Begin each pass by positioning the unit over the work, and with the engine
running at about half-throttle. Slowly lower the blade to the ground while
applying full throttle.
■ Do not move the edger into the work so fast that the engine or blade bogs
down.
CAUTION!
Low-speed edging can lead to
premature clutch failure.
■
Regular and frequent use of the
edger will make a neater lawn,
and a frequently trimmed edge
will be easier to maintain.
Adjusting blade cutting depth
The edger’s depth of cut is controlled
by a combination of operator height,
blade wear, and the positioning of the
edger’s guide wheel.
Guide Wheel
To adjust blade height:
1. Loosen the guide wheel adjusting
knob.
2. Raise or lower the guide wheel to
the desired setting.
3. Tighten the guide wheel adjusting
Guide Wheel
Adjusting knob
knob firmly.
WARNING!
Use only Shindaiwa
replacement edger blades.
WARNING!
The numbers are for
Never adjust the guide
wheel while the engine is running.
reference only; they
do NOT refer to depth
in inches
NOTE:
Guide wheel adjustment is also
required to compensate for blade wear.
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Maintenance
IMPORTANT!
NOTE:
WARNING!
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 PERFOR-
MANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHO-
RIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE
Using non-standard replacement
parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa
warranty.
Before performing any main-
tenance, repair or cleaning work on
the unit, make sure the engine is
completely stopped. Disconnect the
spark plug wire before performing
service or maintenance work.
Fasteners
Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws
(except carburetor adjusting screws)
are tight.
Spark Plug
Keep the spark plug and wire connec-
tions tight and clean.
Blades
Keep blades sharp and check blade
condition frequently. If a blade’s per-
formance changes suddenly, stop the
engine and check the blade for cracks
or other damage. Replace a damaged
blade IMMEDIATELY!
Air Filter
EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION
CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE
A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A
WARRANTY CLAIM.
The H4 engine that powers your
Shindaiwa model is a hybrid 4-stroke
engine. As a hybrid, the engine is
lubricated by oil mixed with the gaso-
line and air from the carburetor that
moves through and around the inter-
nal parts of the engine in a similar
way that a 2-stroke engine is lubri-
cated. Without the heavy duty 2-stage
air filter equipped on all H4 engines,
dust and dirt could also move through
the engine, decreasing engine life,
increasing valve wear and the need
for more frequent valve adjustments.
To keep your H4 engine strong and
reliable, Shindaiwa recommends that
you check and service the air filter as
instructed in the 10-Hour Maintenance
section that follows.
WARNING!
WARNING!
■ Never repair a damaged blade
by welding, straightening, or by
modifying its shape. An altered
blade may break during opera-
tion, resulting in serious per-
sonal injury.
Non-standard accessories,
cutting attachments, or replace-
ment parts may not operate prop-
erly with your unit and may cause
damage and lead to personal injury.
Muffler
■ Blades are not interchangeable
between Shindaiwa edgers and
unit/brushcutter models. Oper-
ating any unit with a blade or
attachment not approved for the
unit can be hazardous and may
cause serious injury.
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.
Daily Maintenance
Prior to each work day, perform the following:
Keep cooling
Cooling
fins clean
■ Remove all dirt and debris from the engine, check the cooling fins and air
fins
cleaner for clogging, and clean as necessary.
■ Clean any debris or dirt from the cutting attachment.
■ Check the entire unit for leaking fuel or grease.
■ Check for loose or missing screws or components. Make sure the cutter
attachment is securely fastened.
Remove all dirt and debris from the
engine and check the cooling fins.
■ Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws (except carburetor idle speed adjusting
screws) are tight.
■ Carefully remove any accumulations of dirt or debris from the muffler and fuel
tank. Check cooling air intake area at base of crankcase. Remove all debris.
Dirt build-up in these areas can lead to engine overheating, fire, or premature
wear.
Air
intake
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Maintenance (continued)
10 Hour Maintenance
1. Remove the air cleaner cover by
loosening the thumbscrews and
lifting.
Unscrew
Fasteners
2. Remove and inspect the pre-filter.
If the pre-filter is torn or otherwise
damaged, replace it with a new
one.
Pre-Filter
3. Clean the pre-filter with soap and
water. Let dry before reinstalling.
Air Filter
Element
4. Inspect the air filter element. If the
element is damaged or distorted,
replace it with a new one.
5. Tap filter gently on a hard surface to
dislodge debris from element or use
compressed air from the inside to blow
debris out and away from the air filter
element.
IMPORTANT!
Direct the air stream at the inside face
of the filter only!
CAUTION!
Never operate the unit if the air
cleaner assembly is damaged or
missing!
6. Install the air filter element, pre-filter
and cover in the reverse order of
removal.
10- 15 Hour Maintenance
Remove and clean or replace the
spark plug.
CAUTION!
■ Clean the spark plug. Adjust elec-
trode gap according to the values
listed in the ”Specifications” section.
If the spark plug must be replaced,
use only the type recommended in
”Specifications” or equivalent resis-
tor type spark plug of the correct heat
range.
Before removing the spark plug,
clean the area around the plug to
prevent dirt and debris from getting
into the engine’s internal parts.
0.6 mm
(0.024 in.)
Clean the spark
plug and check
the gap at the
electrode.
50 Hour Maintenance
Remove and replace the fuel filter
element.
■ Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel filter from
inside the fuel tank. Inspect the fuel filter ele-
ment. If it shows signs of contamination, replace
with a genuine Shindaiwa replacement fuel filter
element.
■ Before reinstalling the new filter element, inspect
the condition of all the fuel system components
(fuel pick-up line, fuel return line, tank vent line,
tank vent, fuel cap and fuel tank).
■ If damage, splitting or deterioration is noted, the
unit should be removed from service until it can
be inspected or repaired by a Shindaiwa-trained
service technician.
Hooked Wire
CAUTION!
Make sure you do not pierce the fuel line with the
end of the hooked wire. The line is delicate and can
be damaged easily.
Fuel filter element
Remove and replace
the fuel filter element
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Maintenance (continued)
Gearcase lubrication
50-hour Maintenance
Old
New
Grease
Grease
■ Remove the shaft bolt, bolt guard,
holder A, blade, holder B, and
the output shaft collar. Press new
grease into the gearcase until the
old grease has been pushed out.
Use only lithium-base grease.
Shaft
Tube
Assembly
Lubricate the Flexible Shaft
Lack of lubrication will cause rapid
wear to the flexible shaft and also
to the shaft tube liner, resulting
Output Shaft Collar
Blade
in increased vibration and greatly
decreased service life. Remove and
lubricate the flexible shaft as follows:
1. Loosen the gearcase clamp screw.
2. Remove the gearcase index screw.
Shaft Bolt
Bolt
Guard
Holder
A
Holder
B
3. Slide the gearcase and shield
assembly from the shaft tube.
Gearcase lubrication
4. Pull the flexible shaft from the shaft
tube assembly, and clean the shaft
thoroughly in solvent.
Gearcase
Index Screw
Gearcase
Clamp Screw
5. Inspect the shaft carefully, and
replace if worn or damaged. If flexi-
ble shaft is worn and needs replace-
ment, liner should also be replaced.
Shaft Tube
Assembly
6. Coat the entire length of the shaft
with a premium gearcase lube and
reinstall the shaft in the shaft tube
assembly.
Gearcase
Shaft Index
Hole
7. Insert the flexible shaft into the
female end of the gearcase pinion.
NOTE:
Flexible shaft
For extended shaft life, the flexible
cable should be reversed end-for-end
during the reinstallation process.
Flexible shaft lubrication
8. Reinstall the gearcase onto the
shaft tube assembly.
Shaft
Tube
Assembly
Gearcase
CAUTION!
The D-shaped shim washer must be
positioned with its flat edge toward
the shaft tube.
D-shaped shim washer
(flat side toward tube)
9. Align index screw hole in gearcase
with index hole in shaft tube,
and install index screw. Tighten
securely.
Reinstall the gearcase onto the outer tube
Nut
Inspect the Gearcase Protector
The metal gearcase protector is installed
to protect the gearcase flange from
damage when working close to side-
walks or other abrasive surfaces, and
should be routinely inspected for dam-
age or excessive wear.
10.Tighten the clamp screw and torque
to 5.9 - 8.0 N•m (52 - 69 in•lbs).
WARNING!
Blades are not inter-
changeable between Shindaiwa
edgers and unit/brushcutter
models. Operating any unit
with a blade or attachment not
approved for the unit can be
hazardous and may cause seri-
ous injury.
When replacing the protector, inspect to
be sure that both of the protector mount-
ing screws are firmly tightened and each
screw is locked in place with a nut as
shown.
Mounting
screw
Gearcase
protector
Inspect the gearcase protector
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Maintenance (continued)
135-Hour Maintenance
■ Combustion chamber should be
decarbonized, and the valve clear-
ance should be adjusted. It is highly
recommended that this is done
by a Shindaiwa-trained service
technician.
■ Replace the spark plug annually:
Use only the type recommended in
the ”Specifications” section or an
equivalent resistor type spark plug
of the correct heat range. Set spark
plug electrode gap to 0.6 mm.
IMPORTANT!
The valve clearance should be adjusted. It is highly recommended that this is
done by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician.
Valve Adjustment
1. Remove cylinder cover, rocker arm
cover, and spark plug. Rotate the
crankshaft while observing the pis-
ton through the spark plug open-
ing. When the piston is at the top of
the compression stroke (TDC), the
valves can be adjusted.
CAUTION!
6. Turn engine over several times, and
returnthe to TDC-compression.
Recheck with proper feeler gauge
to make sure clearance adjust-
ment did not change as a result of
tightening the locknut. Readjust as
necessary.
2. Loosen adjuster locknut so that the
■ Performing a valve adjustment
2.5 mm Allen socket head adjust-
ment screw can turn freely.
incorrectly may cause hard
starting and/or can damage the
engine.
3. Insert 0.10 mm feeler gauge between
valve stem tip and rocker arm.
■ If you are unfamiliar with this
engine or uncomfortable with
this procedure, consult with an
authorized Shindaiwa servicing
dealer.
4. Turn adjustment screw (clockwise =
tighter, counter-clockwise = looser)
until feeler gauge is almost snug.
Back off just enough to allow gauge
to slip out with limited resistance.
7. Replace rocker arm cover gasket
to assure proper sealing and install
cover.
IMPORTANT!
5. While holding the adjustment screw
in place with the Allen driver, tighten
the locknut with a wrench.
If a new gasket is not available and/
or the old gasket is not damaged, the
old gasket may be reused. Never use
cracked or damaged gaskets!
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If the engine becomes sluggish and
low on power, check and clean the
spark arrester screen.
WARNING!
Engine Cover
Engine
Never operate the unit with a
damaged or missing muffler or spark
arrester! Operating with a missing
or damaged spark arrester is a fire
hazard and could also damage your
hearing.
Cover
Screws
1. With a 3 mm hex wrench remove
the 4 engine cover screws and the
engine cover.
Muffler
Muffler Gasket
2. With a 4 mm hex wrench, remove
the 3 muffler bolts and the muffler.
3. With a small flat bladed screwdriver
remove the 2 screws holding the
spark arrester screen and cover to
the muffler.
Muffler Bolts
4. Remove the screen and clean it
with a stiff bristle brush.
5. Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for
any carbon buildup.
Spark Arrester Screen
Spark Arrester Cover
6. Reassemble the spark arrester,
muffler and engine cover in the
reverse order of disassembly.
Cover Screws
IMPORTANT!
Muffler maintenance
If you note excessive carbon buildup,
consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Carburetor Adjustment
Engine Break-In
New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be
made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can
be adjusted as required.
High Altitude Operation
This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100
feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL
the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized Shindaiwa service dealer.
IMPORTANT!
NOTE:
Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in
compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjust-
ments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an
authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet
ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operat-
ing the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe
engine damage may result.
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Maintenance (continued)
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 cutting
attachment.
Idle
WARNING!
Ajust-
ment
Screw
The cutting attachment
must NEVER rotate at engine idle!
If the idle speed cannot be adjusted
by the procedure described here,
return the unit to your Shindaiwa
dealer for inspection.
Idle Speed Adjustment
1. Place the unit on the ground, then
start the engine, and then allow it to
idle 2-3 minutes until warm.
NOTE
Carburetor fuel mixture adjustments
are preset at factory and cannot be
serviced in the field.
2. If the attachment rotates when the
engine is at idle, reduce the idle
speed by turning the idle adjustment
screw counter-clockwise.
3. If a tachometer is available, adjust
idle. Check Specifications page for
correct idle speed.
Replacing the Edger Blade
WARNING!
Always wear gloves when
handling the edger blade.
Holder A
1. Align the hole in holder A with the
matching hole in the gearcase and
then use the hex wrench to tempo-
rarily lock the output shaft.
Bolt Guard
2. Use the combination wrench to
loosen the shaft bolt (clockwise),
then remove the output shaft bolt,
bolt guard, Holder B, and the edger
blade from the gearcase.
Output Shaft Bolt
Holder B
3. Mount the edger blade and holder
B onto the shaft, and then install the
bolt guard and shaft bolt (turn bolt
counterclockwise to install).
Lock the shaft
Edger Blade
4. Use the combination wrench to
firmly tighten the shaft bolt. Remove
the hex wrench.
Replacing the edger blade
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Long Term Storage
Whenever the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer, use the following proce-
dures to prepare it for storage:
•
•
Clean external parts thoroughly.
Drain all the fuel from the fuel tank.
IMPORTANT!
Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days,
ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added.
CAUTION!
Gasoline stored in the carburetor for extended periods can cause hard starting
and could also lead to increased service and maintenance cost.
• Remove the remaining fuel from the fuel lines and carburetor.
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.
• Remove the spark plug and pour about 1/4 ounce of 2-cycle mixing 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
with soap and water. Let dry and reassemble the element.
• Store the unit in a clean, dust-free area.
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Troubleshooting Guide
ENGINE DOES NOT START OR HARD TO START
Remedy
Let cool completely and restart.
Possible Cause
Engine hot/heat soaked.
Low fuel quality.
What To Check
Vaporlock.
Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that
meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils
at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.
Valve adjustment.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer. Adjust valves.
Valve clearance too tight.
Valve clearance too loose.
ENGINE DOES NOT START
What To Check
Possible Cause
Remedy
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.
Faulty recoil starter.
Fluid in the crankcase.
Internal damage.
NO
NO
Does the engine crank?
YES
Tighten and re-test.
Loose spark plug.
Good compression?
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Excess wear on cylinder,
piston, rings.
YES
Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that
meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils
at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.
Fuel incorrect, stale, or
contaminated; mixture incorrect.
NO
Does the tank contain fresh
fuel of the proper grade?
YES
Replace fuel filter or vent as required.
Re-start.
Check for clogged fuel filter
and/or vent.
Is fuel visible and moving
in the return line when
priming?
NO
NO
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Priming pump not functioning properly.
YES
Move switch to “I” (ON) position
and re-start.
The ignition switch is in
“O” (OFF) position.
Is there spark at the spark
plug wire terminal?
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Shorted ignition ground.
Faulty ignition unit.
YES
See "Starting a Flooded Engine"
If the plug is wet, excess
fuel may be in the cylinder.
Check the spark plug.
Clean and gap the spark plug. Check the Specifications
section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.
The plug is fouled or improperly
gapped.
Replace the spark plug. Check the Specifications section for
the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.
The plug is damaged internally
or of the wrong size.
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Troubleshooting Guide (continued)
LOW POWER OUTPUT
Remedy
What To Check
Possible Cause
Operator is overworking the unit.
Use a lower throttle setting.
Is the engine overheating?
Carburetor mixture is too lean.
Improper fuel ratio.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets
or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1
gasoline/oil ratio.
Fan, fan cover, cylinder fins dirty
or damaged.
Clean, repair or replace as necessary.
Carbon deposits on the piston or
in the muffler.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Clogged air cleaner element.
Loose or damaged spark plug.
Service the air cleaner element.
Tighten or replace the spark plug.
Check the Specifications section for the correct plug and gap
for your unit.
Engine is rough at all
speeds. May also have
black smoke and/or
unburned fuel at the
exhaust.
Air leakage or clogged fuel line.
Water in the fuel.
Repair or replace fuel filter and/or
fuel line.
Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets
or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1
gasoline/oil ratio.
Piston seizure.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.
Faulty carburetor and/or diaphragm.
Overheating condition.
Improper fuel.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Engine is knocking.
Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets
or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1
gasoline/oil ratio.
Carbon deposits in the
combustion chamber.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
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Troubleshooting Guide (continued)
ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS
Possible Cause
Remedy
Symptom
Clogged air filter.
Clean the air filter.
Poor acceleration.
Clogged fuel filter.
Lean fuel/air mixture.
Replace the fuel filter.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Idle speed set too low.
Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle speed.
Ignition switch turned off.
Fuel tank empty.
Reset the switch and re-start.
Engine stops abruptly.
Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane
of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that
meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils
at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.
Water in the fuel.
Clogged fuel filter.
Replace fuel filter.
Shorted spark plug or loose terminal.
Clean or replace spark plug. Check the Specifications section
for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Tighten
the terminal.
Ignition failure.
Piston seizure.
Replace the ignition unit.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Ground (stop) wire is disconnected,
or switch is defective.
Test and replace as required.
Engine difficult to shut off.
Overheating due to incorrect spark plug.
Replace the spark plug. Check the Specifications section for
the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.
Overheated engine.
Idle engine until cool.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
Top of engine is getting
dirty and oily.
Valve cover is leaking.
Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct
idle speed.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing
dealer.
Idle set too high.
Engine will not idle
down.
Engine has an air leak.
Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle
speed.
Engine idle too high.
Cutting attachment
moves at engine idle.
Broken clutch spring or worn clutch
spring boss.
Replace spring/shoes as required, check idle speed.
Loose attachment holder.
Inspect and re-tighten holders securely.
Warped or damaged attachment.
Inspect and replace attachment as
required.
Excessive vibration.
Loose gearcase.
Tighten gearcase securely.
Bent main shaft/worn or damaged bushings.
Inspect and replace as necessary.
Inspect and reinstall as required.
Shaft not installed in powerhead or gearcase.
Broken shaft.
Cutting attachment will not
move.
Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing
dealer.
Damaged gearcase.
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SHINDAIWA LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR
PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010
ECHO, INC’S RESPONSIBILITY
ECHO Incorporated’s (ECHO, INC.) Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this Shindaiwa product is free from
defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO, INC. agrees to repair
or replace at it’s discretion, any defective product free of charge at any authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer within listed below
application time periods, limitations and exclusions. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO SHINDAIWA PROD-
UCTS SOLD BY AUTHORIZED SHINDAIWA DEALERS. IT IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ONLY, AND IS
NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS EXCEPT FOR EMISSION RELATED PARTS. Repair parts and accesso-
ries replaced under this warranty are warranted only for the balance of the original unit or accessory warranty period. Any dam-
age caused by improper installation or improper maintenance is not covered by this warranty. All parts or products replaced under
warranty become the property of ECHO, INC. This warranty is separate from the Emission control warranty statement supplied with
your new product. Please consult the Emission Control Warranty Statement for details regarding emission related parts. For a list
of Authorized Shindaiwa Dealers refer to WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM or call 1-877-986-7783.
OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your Shindaiwa equipment on-line at WWW.SHINDAIWA.
COM or by filling out the warranty registration card supplied with your unit. Registering your product confirms your warranty cover-
age and provides a direct link if we find it necessary to contact you.
The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as pre-
scribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your Shindaiwa unit
to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up
or return of your unit after the repairs have been made. For your nearest authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer, call Shindaiwa’s
Dealer Referral Center, at 1-877-986-7783 or you can locate a Shindaiwa servicing dealer at WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM. Should you
require assistance or have questions concerning Shindaiwa’s Warranty Statement, you can contact our Consumer Product Support
Department at 1-800-673-1558 or contact us through the web at WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM.
PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD
RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION
•
2 YEAR WARRANTY - Units for residential, or non-income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for
two (2) years from date of purchase.
EXCEPTIONS:
•
For engine powered products, the electronic ignition module, flexible drive cable, and solid drive shaft are warranted for
the life* of the product on parts only.
•
Cutting attachments such as, but not limited to, bars, chains, sprockets, tines, blades, PowerBroomTM, belts, and nylon
trimmer heads for residential or non-income producing use will be covered for failures due to defects in material or
workmanship for a period of 60 days from original product purchase date. Any misuse from contact with concrete,
rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty.
•
Multipurpose Tool Attachments carry the same warranty duration as the units they are designed to fit.
COMMERCIAL APPLICATION
•
90 DAY WARRANTY - All Chain Saws and Cut-Off Saws for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, or income produc-
ing use will be covered by this limited warranty for 90 Days from the date of purchase.
2 YEAR WARRANTY - Units for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, or income producing use will be covered by
this limited warranty for two (2) years from the date of purchase.
•
EXCEPTIONS:
•
•
For engine powered products, the electronic ignition module, flexible drive cables, and solid drive shafts are warranted
for the life* of the product on parts only.
Cutting attachments such as, but not limited to, bars, chains, sprockets, tines, blades, PowerBroomTM, belts, and nylon
trimmer heads for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, rental, or income producing will be covered for fail-
ures due to defects in material or workmanship for a period of 30 days from original product purchase date. Any misuse
from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty.
•
Multipurpose Tool Attachments carry the same warranty duration as the units they are designed to fit.
RENTAL APPLICATION - 90 DAYS WARRANTY
•
Units for rental use will be covered against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of pur-
chase.
*
ECHO INC’s liability under the “Lifetime” coverage is limited to furnishing parts specified under the PRODUCT Warranty
PERIOD section of this warranty statement for “Life” free of charge for a period of ten (10) years after the date of the complete
unit’s final production.
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PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
• 90-day all applications
ATTENTION ENGINE POWERED PRODUCT OWNERS
This Shindaiwa engine powered product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to provide
superior performance. To help ensure the performance of the unit, it is required to use engine oil which meets the ISO-L-EGD
Standard per ISO/CD 13738 and JASO M345/FD Standards. Shindaiwa Red ArmorTM and Shindaiwa OneTM are a premium engine
oil specifically formulated to meet ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345/FD Standards. The use of engine oils designed
for other applications, such as for outboard motors or lawnmowers can result in severe engine damage, and will void your engine
limited warranty.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY:
• Lack of lubrication or engine failure, due to the use of engine oils that do not meet the ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO
M345/FD Standards. Shindaiwa Red ArmorTM and Shindaiwa OneTM Engine Oil meets the ISO-L-EGD and JASO M345/FD
Standard. Emission related parts are covered for 2 years regardless of engine oil used, per the statement listed in the EPA or
California Emission Control Warranty Explanation.
• Damage caused by use of gasohol, containing methanol (wood alcohol), or gasoline containing less than 89 octane. Only use
gasoline which contains 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE
(methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the Shindaiwa oil label and
covered in your operator’s manual.
• Engine damage caused by use of ether or any starting fluids.
• Damage caused by tampering with engine speed governor or emission components, or running engines above specified and
recommended engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual.
• Operation of the unit with improperly maintained/removed cutting shield or removed/damaged air filter.
• Damage caused by dirt, pressure or steam cleaning the unit, salt water, corrosion, rust, varnish, abrasives, and moisture.
• Defects, malfunctions or failures resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, modifications, alterations, normal wear, improper servic-
ing, or use of unauthorized attachments.
• Incorrect storage procedures, stale fuel, including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in
the operator’s manual. Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operator’s manual is the customer’s responsibility.
• Failures due to improper set-up, pre-delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized Shindaiwa servicing
dealer during the warranty period.
• Certain parts and other items are not warranted, including but not limited to: lubricants, starter cords, and engine tune-ups.
• Use of spark plugs other than those meeting performance and durability requirements of the OEM spark plug listed in the Opera-
tor’s Manuals.
• Overheating or carbon scoring failures due to restricted, clogged exhaust port or combustion chamber, including damage to
spark arrester screen.
• Adjustments after the first (30) thirty days and beyond, such as carburetor adjustment and throttle cable adjustment.
• Damage to gears or gear cases caused by contaminated grease or oil, use of incorrect type or viscosity of lubricants, and/or
failure to comply with recommended grease or oil change intervals.
• Damage caused by pump or sprayer running dry, pumping or spraying caustic or flammable materials, or lack of or broken
strainers.
• Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use after operational problem or failure occurs. Should operational
problem or failure occur, the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.
It is a dealer’s and/or customer’s responsibility to complete and return the warranty registration card supplied with your Shindaiwa
product or by visiting WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM. Your receipt of purchase including date, model and serial number must be main-
tained and presented to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer for warranty service. Proof of purchase rests solely with the cus-
tomer. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so you may also have other specific
legal rights which vary from state to state. This limited warranty is given by ECHO Incorporated, 400 Oakwood Rd., Lake Zurich, IL
60047.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties, including any warranty of FITNESS FOR A PARTICU-
LAR PURPOSE OR USE and any implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY otherwise applicable to this product. ECHO, INC. and
its affiliated companies shall not be liable for any special incidental or consequential damage, including lost profits. There are no
warranties extended other than as provided herein. This limited warranty may be modified only by ECHO, INC.
99922201031
06/2010
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ECHO INCORPORATED EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT
FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIWA BRANDS
The Environmental ProtectionAgency (EPA) and the CaliforniaAir Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased
to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small off-road engine (SORE). New equipment/SORE must be
designed, built and equipped to meet stringent EPA and C.A.R.B. anti-smog standards. ECHO Inc. must warrant the emission control system on
your equipment/SORE for the periods of time listed below, provided there has been no abuse, neglect or improper maintenance of your equipment/
SORE. Your emission control system may include parts such as: carburetor, fuel-injection system, ignition system, catalytic converter/muffler, fuel
tank, fuel feed lines, fuel cap assembly, spark plug, air filters, and other associated components. Where a warrantable condition exists, ECHO
Inc will repair your equipment/SORE at no cost to you including diagnosis, parts and labor. The Emission Control System warranty is extended
to the original owner including all subsequent owners.
MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE:
The emission control system is warranted for 2 years or the length of the ECHO Inc. warranty, whichever is longer. If any emission-related part
on your equipment is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by ECHO Inc. or its Authorized Service Representative.
OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As the equipment/SORE owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required maintenance listed in your Operator's Manual. ECHO
Inc. recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on your equipment/SORE however, ECHO Inc. cannot deny warranty solely
for the lack of receipts or for your failure to ensure the performance of all scheduled maintenance. As the equipment/SORE owner, you should be
aware that ECHO Inc. may deny you warranty coverage if your equipment/SORE or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper maintenance
or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting your equipment/SORE to an ECHO Inc. authorized service representative as soon as a problem exists. The
warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount of time, not to exceed 30 days. If a warrantable condition exists and there is no
Authorized Dealer within 100 miles, ECHO Inc. will pay to ship the unit to the nearest authorized dealer. If you have questions regarding your
warranty coverage, you should contact ECHO Inc. at 1-800-673-1558, web site WWW.ECHO-USA.COM or contact Shindaiwa at 1-877-986-
7783, web site WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM.
WHAT DOES THIS WARRANTY COVER?
ECHO Inc. warrants that your equipment/SORE was designed, built and equipped to conform with applicable EPA and C.A.R.B. emissions
standards and that your equipment/SORE is free from defects in material and workmanship that would cause it to fail to conform with applicable
requirements for 2 years or the length of the ECHO Inc. warranty, whichever is longer. The warranty period begins on the date the product is
purchased by an end user.
HOW WILL A COVERED PART BE CORRECTED?
If there is a defect in a part covered by this warranty, any ECHO Inc. Authorized Service Dealer will correct the defect. You will not have to pay
anything to have the part adjusted, repaired or replaced. This includes any labor and diagnosis for warranted repairs performed by the dealer. In
addition, engine parts not expressly covered under this warranty but whose failure is a result of a failure of a covered part will be warranted.
WHAT PARTS ARE COVERED?
Any applicable emission related part not scheduled for "required maintenance" will be repaired or replaced within the warranty period. The repaired
or replaced part will be warranted for the remaining ECHO Inc. warranty period.
Any warranted part that is scheduled only for regular inspection in the written instructions supplied is warranted for the warranty period stated
above. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty will be warranted for the remaining ECHO Inc. warranty period.
Any emission related part scheduled for replacement during "required maintenance" is warranted for the period of time prior to the first scheduled
replacement point for that part. Any such part repaired or replaced under warranty shall be warranted for the remainder of the period prior to the
first scheduled replacement point for that part.
Any manufacturer-approved replacement part may be used in the performance of any warranty maintenance or repairs on emission related parts,
and must be provided without charge if the part is still under warranty.
Any replacement part that is equivalent in performance and durability may be used in non-warranty maintenance or repairs, and shall not reduce
the warranty obligations of the manufacturer.
Throughout the equipment/SORE warranty period, ECHO Inc. will maintain a supply of warranted parts sufficient to meet the expected demand
for such parts.
SPECIFIC EMISSION RELATED WARRANTED PARTS:
• Electronic Ignition System
• Catalytic Converter / Muffler Assembly
• Choke
• Spark Plug
• Carburetor (complete assembly or replaceable components)
• Fuel-Injection Assembly (or replaceable components)
• Fuel Cap Assembly
• Fuel Tank
• Air Filter
• Fuel Feed Line (and associated clamps/connectors as applicable)
WHAT IS NOT COVERED?
Any failure caused by abuse, neglect, improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, use of unapproved add-on parts/modified parts or
unapproved accessories.
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This Emission Control Warranty is valid only for the U.S.A., it's Territories, and Canada.
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Servicing Information
Parts/Serial Number
Genuine Shindaiwa Parts and Assemblies for your Shindaiwa products are available only from an Authorized Shindaiwa
Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You
can find these numbers on the engine. For future reference, write them in the space provided below.
Model No. __________________
SN. _____________________
Service
Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer. For
the name and address of the Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-877-986-7783.
Dealer information is also available on WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs,
proof of purchase is required.
Consumer Product Support
If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation or maintenance of this product you may
call the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1-877-986-7783 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (Central Standard
Time) Monday through Friday. Before calling, please know the model and serial number of your unit.
Warranty Registration
To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your Shindaiwa equipment by filling out the war-
ranty registration card supplied with your unit. Registering your product confirms your warranty coverage and provides a
direct link if we find it necessary to contact you.
Additional or Replacement Manuals
Replacement Operator and Parts Catalogs are available from your Shindaiwa dealer or at WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM or
by contacting the Consumer Product Support Department (1-877-986-7783). Always check WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM for
updated information.
Yamabiko Corporation
7-2 Suehirocho 1-Chome, Ohme,
Tokyo, 198-8760, Japan
ECHO Incorporated.
400 Oakwood Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047-1564 U.S.A.
Telephone: 1-877-986-7783
Fax: 1-847-540-8416
Phone: 81-428-32-6118
Fax: 81-428-32-6145
Copyright© 2010 By Echo, Incorporated
All Rights Reserved.
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