Introduction
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!
Contents
Safety ...........................................................3
Product Description...................................5
Specifications..............................................5
Assembly.....................................................6
Mixing fuel................................................10
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.
Attention Statements
Throughout this manual are special "atten-
tion statements".
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.
Warning and Operational Labels
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.
Make sure no one is within 15 M /
50 FEET
50 feet of an operating machine.
(15m
)
2
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these instruc-
tions describes units available at the time
of publication.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior notice,
and without obligation to make alterations
to units previously manufactured.
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Filling the fuel tank ..................................10
Starting the Engine .................................11
Stopping the Engine ................................12
Adjusting Engine Idle ..............................12
Checking Unit Condition.........................12
IMPORTANT!
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.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
"IMPORTANT" is one that possesses spe-
cial significance.
Beware of thrown or richocheted
objects
DO NOT operate this unit with a
blade unless the unit is equipped
with a Shindawia-approved
handlebar or barrier.
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.
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Operation ..................................................13
Maintenance .............................................15
Long Term Storage ..................................18
Troubleshooting Guide ...........................20
Emission System Warranty ....................23
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word "NOTE"
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
Always wear a harness when
operating this unit with a blade.
A harness 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 operator to lose control of
the unit.
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