Shindaiwa EB344 Blower User Manual


 
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Table of Contents
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word “CAUTION” contains information that
should be acted upon to avoid damaging the unit.
CAUTION!
This blower is equipped with a
spark-arresting mufer! Never
operate this unit without both the
mufer and spark arrester installed
and properly functioning!
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this unit contains chemicals
known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Introduction
WARNING!
A statement preceded by
the triangular Attention Symbol
and the word “WARNING” indi-
cates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
COULD result in death or serious
injury.
Attention Statements
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word “NOTE” contains information that is handy
to know and may make your job easier.
Attention Statements ..............................................2
General Safety Instructions ....................................3
Unit Description ......................................................5
Specications .........................................................6
Assembling the Blower ...........................................7
Mixing Fuel .............................................................8
Filling the Fuel Tank ................................................9
Throughout this manual are special “Attention Statements”.
IMPORTANT!
Before using this unit, consult local
regulations concerning noise restric-
tions and hours of operation!
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word “IMPORTANT” is one that possesses spe-
cial signicance.
The Shindaiwa EB344 has been designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to
quality, comfort, safety, or durability.
The information contained in this manual describes units available at the time of production. While every attempt has been
made to give you the very latest information about your Shindaiwa EB344 blower, there may be some differences between
your EB344 blower and what is described here. Shindaiwa reserves the right to make changes in production without prior
notice, and without obligation to make alterations to units previously manufactured.
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help
you get the most from this unit and also to protect you and others from harm.
These procedures are general guidelines only, and are not intended to re-
place any safety rules/laws that may be in force in your area. If you have any
questions regarding your EB344 blower, or if you do not understand some-
thing in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you. For
additional information, you may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed
on the back of this manual.
Read and follow this man-
ual. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing pro-
tection at all times during
the operation of this unit.
This unit is intended for
outdoor use only and
should be used only in well
ventilated areas.
WARNING! Surface can
be hot. Always wear
gloves when handling this
unit.
Starting and Stopping the Blower ...........................9
Using the Blower .................................................. 11
Maintenance .........................................................12
Long Term Storage ...............................................18
Troubleshooting Guide .........................................19
Warranty Statement ..............................................22
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