Shindaiwa 82052 User Manual

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During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of 

flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result.

 

Do not store your unit for a prolonged period of time (30 days or longer) without performing protective storage mainte-
nance, which includes the following:

  1.  Store unit in a dry, dust free place, out of the reach of children.

Do not store where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or sparks.

  2.  Place the stop switch in the “STOP” position.

  3.  Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris 

from exterior of unit.

  4.  Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are 

required.

  5.  Tighten all screws and nuts.

  6.  Drain the fuel tank completely and pull the recoil 

starter handle several times to remove fuel from the 
carburetor.

  7.  Remove the spark plug and pour 7cc (1/4 oz.) of 

fresh, clean Shindaiwa 2-stroke engine oil into the 
cylinder through the spark plug hole.

 

  A. Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole.

 

  B. Pull the recoil starter handle 2-3 times to               

 

  distribute the oil inside the engine.

 

  C. Observe the piston location through the spark  

 

plug hole.  Pull the recoil handle slowly until the  

 

piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it  

 

there.

  8.  Install the spark plug (do not connect ignition 

cable).

  9.  Remove blower/vacuum pipes from unit.