Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries.
Keep hands, clothing, and loose objects away from all openings.
Always stop the unit, disconnect spark plug or remove battery, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before:
Removing obstructions
Clearing debris
Servicing the unit
Allow the unit to cool before performing maintenance or adjustments.
Wear gloves to protect hands from sharp edges and hot surfaces.
Operating a poorly maintained unit can result in serious injuries to operator or bystanders.
Always follow all maintenance instructions as written, otherwise serious personal injury can result.
The use of emission control components other than those specifically designed for this unit is a violation of federal law.
Level 1 = Easy to do. Common tools may be required.
Level 2 = Moderate difficulty. Some specialized tools may be required.
Level 3 = See your dealer.
🔗 ECHO Maintenance Kit
🔗 Shindaiwa Maintenance Resources
COMPONENT / SYSTEM | MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE | SKILL LEVEL |
---|---|---|
Daily or Before Use | ||
Air filter | Inspect / Clean* | 1 |
Choke shutter | Inspect / Clean | 1 |
Fuel system | Inspect³ | 1 |
Cooling system | Inspect / Clean | 2 |
Recoil starter rope | Inspect / Clean* | 1 |
Screws / Nuts / Bolts | Inspect / Tighten / Replace* | 1 |
Blade | Inspect / Replace* | 1 |
| Every Refuel | | |
| Fuel system | Inspect³ | 1 |
| 3 Months | | |
| Air filter | Replace* | |
| Fuel filter | Replace* | |
| Fuel cap gasket | Inspect* | 1 |
| Spark plug | Inspect / Clean / Replace* | |
| Muffler spark arrestor | Inspect / Clean / Replace* | 2 |
| Cylinder exhaust port | Inspect / Clean / De-carbon | 2 |
| Drive shaft (flex cable) | Grease¹ | 2 |
| Gear housing (some models)| Grease² | 2 |
| Yearly | | |
| Fuel filter | Inspect / Replace* | 1 |
| Fuel cap gasket | Replace* | 1 |
Apply lithium-based grease every 25 hours of use.
Apply lithium-based grease every 50 hours of use.
Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity.
Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection.
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