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The Shindaiwa C4 series of hand-held
power equipment is designed and built
to deliver superior performance and reli-
ability without compromise to quality,
comfort, safety or durability. Shindaiwa
engines represent the leading edge of high-
performance engine technology, delivering
exceptionally high power with remarkably
low displacement and weight. As an owner/
operator, you’ll soon discover for yourself
why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself!
Warning and Operational Labels
Introduction
Throughout this manual are special “atten-
tion statements”.
Attention Statements
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word “WARNING” contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses spe-
cial significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word “NOTE”
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
DANGER!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word “DANGER” contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
serious injury or death.
Safety...........................................................3
Product Description...................................5
Specifications..............................................5
Assembly.....................................................6
Mixing fuel................................................10
Filling the fuel tank..................................10
Starting the Engine .................................11
Stopping the Engine ................................12
Adjusting Engine Idle..............................12
Checking Unit Condition.........................12
Operation ..................................................13
Maintenance.............................................15
Long Term Storage..................................19
Troubleshooting Guide ...........................20
Emission System Warranty Statement ..23
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior notice,
and without obligation to make alterations
to units previously manufactured.
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these instruc-
tions describes units available at the time
of publication.
Contents
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IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this unit as well as to protect you and oth-
ers from harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most conditions, and are not intended to replace any safety rules
and/or laws that may be in force in your area. If you have questions regarding your C4 series hand-held power equipment, or if you do not
understand something in this manual, contact Shindaiwa Inc. at the address printed on the back of this Manual.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause can-
cer, birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm.
Read and follow this operator's
manual. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury..
Wear eye and hearing protection
at all times during operation of this
unit. Wear head protection where
there is a risk of falling objects.
Beware of thrown or richocheted
objects
Make sure no one is within 15 M /
50 feet of an operating machine.
50FEET
(15m
)
DO NOT operate this unit with a
blade unless the unit is equipped
with a Shindawia-approved
handlebar or barrier.
Always wear a harness when op-
erating this unit with a blade. A har-
ness is also recommended when
using trimmer line.
If unit is used as a brushcutter,
beware of blade thrust. A jammed
blade can cause the unit to jerk
suddenly and may cause the op-
erator to lose control of the unit.