Shindaiwa LE254 - Manual (Page 16)

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Engine
Cover
Screws
Engine Cover
Muffler
Muffler Gasket
Muffler Bolts
Spark Arrester Screen
Spark Arrester Cover
Cover Screws
1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Remove the muffler.
3. Remove the spark arrester screen
and cover.
4. Clean the screen with a stiff bristle
brush.
5. Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for
any carbon buildup.
6. Reassemble parts in the reverse
order.
If the engine becomes sluggish and
low on power, check and clean the
spark arrester screen.
IMPORTANT!
If you note excessive carbon buildup,
consult with an authorized Shindaiwa
servicing dealer.
WARNING!
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.
Muffler maintenance
Maintenance (continued)
Spark Arrester Screen Maintenance
IMPORTANT!
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!
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.
5. While holding the adjustment screw
in place with the Allen driver, tighten
the locknut with a wrench.
6. Turn engine over several times, and
returnthe to TDC-compression.
Recheck with proper feeler gauge to
make sure clearance adjustment did
not change as a result of tightening
the locknut. Readjust as necessary.
7. Replace rocker arm cover gasket
to assure proper sealing and install
cover.