Shindaiwa EB633RT, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ... exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure to do so could result in serious injury Note This product complies with CAN ICES 2 NMB 2 ...

Page 2: ...quipment 8 Equipment 12 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 14 CARB and EPA Emissions Control Information 14 Description 15 Contents 16 Assembly 17 Install Blower Pipes 17 Operation 18 Fuel 19 Starting Cold Engine 22 Starting Warm Engine 23 Stopping Engine 24 Operating Blower 24 Maintenance 26 Skill Levels 26 Maintenance Intervals 27 Air Filter 28 Fuel Filter 28 Spark Plug 29 Cooling System 30 Ex...

Page 3: ...on for safety operation maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in this manual visit https www echo usa com manuals OR https www shindaiwa usa com manuals SERVICING INFORMATION Parts and Serial Number Genuine Shindaiwa Parts and Assemblies for y...

Page 4: ...l the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1 877 986 7783 from 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit Product Registration To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your Shindaiwa equipment on line at www shindaiwa usa com or by filling out the product registrati...

Page 5: ...al injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word CAUTION calls attention to an act or condition which might lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided The enclosed message provides information...

Page 6: ...xture Wear Eye Ear and Head Protection Carburetor Adjustment Idle Speed Wear Hand Protection Carburetor Adjustment Low Speed Mixture Safety Alert Stop Switch Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture Idle Speed Fast Speed Finger Severing Purge Bulb DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed H T L STOP Ignition OFF ON ...

Page 7: ...ECHO Incorporated Note Not all symbols will appear on your unit Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Wear Slip Resistant Footwear Beware of Thrown Objects Keep Bystanders and Helpers Away 15 m 50 ft Symbol Description Symbol Description ...

Page 8: ...d improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good If you are tired or sick If you are taking medication If you have taken alcohol or drugs Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well Eye Protection Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 or CE re...

Page 9: ...er plant matter such as pollen Make sure the mask does not impair your vision and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing Pants should have long legs shirts should have long sleeves DO NOT WEAR SHORTS DO NOT WEAR TIES SCARVES JEWELRY or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding g...

Page 10: ...is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment ...

Page 11: ... Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling numb...

Page 12: ...a Firm Grip To prevent from dropping the unit hold the handle in one hand with thumb and fingers encircling the handle Keep a Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times Do not stand on slippery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not over reach Avoid Hot Surfaces Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris Avoid contact during and immediately after...

Page 13: ...sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running Moving parts might not be visible through openings Periodically check fuel system fuel lines vent grommet fuel tank and fuel cap ...

Page 14: ...l line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information on label varies by engine FAMILY Product Emission Durability Emission Compliance Period The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span sel...

Page 15: ... s on your unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your Shindaiwa dealer The safety decal is for example only Your label may appear slightly different 2 4 13 14 3 5 6 1 9 8 12 11 10 7 ...

Page 16: ...ck for missing parts 1 Air Cleaner 2 Spark Plug 3 Recoil Starter Handle 4 Spark Arrester Muffler or Spark Arrester Muffler with Catalyst 5 Fuel Tank 6 Fuel Tank Cap 7 Shoulder Harness 8 Blower Pipes 9 Throttle Trigger 10 Throttle Position Lever 11 Stop Switch 12 Throttle Handle 13 Choke 14 Purge Bulb 1 Power Head 1 Flex Pipe 1 Pipe with Swivel 1 Straight Pipe 1 Straight Pipe 1 Operator s Manual 2 ...

Page 17: ... Assemble flexible pipe to elbow D on blower Position clamp with cable guide loop G on outside of flexible pipe and tighten clamp Note Hang handle freely from blower to assure throttle cable is not twisted before installing handle E 3 Position throttle cable along the outside of elbow Loosen knob H on handle E Align notches in handle with tabs F and install onto swivel pipe C past long ridges in p...

Page 18: ...rts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings Always stop engine disconnect spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit Blower housing might contain shredder blades and other sharp edges that can cause serious injuries if touched even if engine ...

Page 19: ...ges in operation of unit Always shut engine off before transporting unit to new location Always secure the unit during transportation to prevent turnover fuel spillage and damage to the unit Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels such as E15 15 ethanol E85 85 ethanol or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa 2 stroke or Hybrid 4 stroke gasoline engines ...

Page 20: ...use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD certified oil will void the 2 stroke engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swallowed Heated oil can release vapors that can cause flash fire or ignite with explosive force Read and follow the oil manufacturer s instructions and observe all safety warnings and precautions for ha...

Page 21: ... leakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is heavier than air and can travel along the ground to nearby sources of ignition such as electrical motors pilot lights and hot or running engines Vapors ignited by an ignition source can flash back to the fuel container...

Page 22: ...tore in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty 30 days ninety 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added Stored 2 stroke fuel may separate ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use Used oil and gasoline and soiled towels are hazardous waste materials Disposal laws vary by locality Starting C...

Page 23: ... if necessary restart engine Note If engine does not start after 5 pulls move choke to COLD START position and repeat steps 4 5 Note Allow engine to warm up before use Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke 1 Throttle Position Stop Switch Button Move throttle position lever A forward to IDLE position Slide stop switch B forward to RUN po...

Page 24: ...d to STOP position close choke COLD START position to stall engine Have your Shindaiwa dealer repair stop switch before using unit again Operating Blower Engine exhaust IS HOT and contains Carbon Monoxide CO a poison gas Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness serious injury or death Exhaust can cause serious burns ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body Always...

Page 25: ...wer pipe 1 Use only during appropriate hours 2 Allow the engine to warm up at a fast idle for a few minutes 3 Control engine speed with throttle trigger C or throttle position lever A Rotate throttle position lever forward for lower speed back for higher speed 4 Use lower speed to blow dry leaves from walks patios and drives 5 Additional speed may be necessary to clean grass and leaves from a lawn...

Page 26: ...can result Your unit is designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools we recommend that you take your unit to a Servicing Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the Dealer do it each maintenance task has been grade...

Page 27: ...ear during inspection COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 Choke Shutter Inspect Clean 1 Fuel System Inspect1 1 Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope Inspect Clean 1 Screws Nuts Bolts Inspect Tighten Replace 1 Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect1 1 3 Months Air Filter Replace 1 Fuel Filter Inspect 1 Fuel Cap Gasket Ins...

Page 28: ...rom filter Replace filter if it is damaged fuel soaked very dirty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed 4 If filter can be reused be certain it Fits tightly in the air filter cavity Is installed with the original side out 5 Install air filter and air filter cover Fuel Filter Level 1 Parts required Tune Up Kit Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serious per...

Page 29: ...l supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose Fines up to 37 500 may be enforced for using an un certified replacement part Spark Plug Level 2 Parts required Tune Up Kit Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug BPMR8Y in Canada otherwise severe engine damag...

Page 30: ...grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered Normal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted Cleaning Grill 1 Brush accumulated debris from intake grill between backpack frame and blower housing Cleaning Cylinder Fin...

Page 31: ...ver 2 Remove spark arrester covers A gaskets B and spark arrester screen C from muffler Replace screen if plugged with carbon deposits Note When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 3 Install spark arrester screen and cover 4 Install engine cover and attach spark plug lead Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2 Parts required Heat Shield as required 1 Remov...

Page 32: ... operating temperature 9 Stop engine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifications 10 Install muffler cover Carburetor Adjustment Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break in before carburetor adjustments can be made During the break in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize Idle speed can be adju...

Page 33: ...ormed by an authorized Shindaiwa dealer Before adjustment make sure that Air filter is clean and properly installed Spark arrester screen and muffler are free of carbon Blower pipes are installed 1 Start engine run at idle for one minute 2 Complete warm up by running at full throttle for 5 minutes operating choke twice to clear air from carburetor chambers 3 Check idle speed and reset if necessary...

Page 34: ...retor No fuel at carburetor Fuel strainer or fuel line obstructed Clean or replace See your dealer Fuel at cylinder No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel mixture too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Engine starts hard or Engine does not start Spark at end of plug wire No spark Ignition at STOP position Electrical prob...

Page 35: ...nance which includes the following Engine runs but dies or Engine does not acceler ate properly Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wear Clean or replace Fuel filter Fuel filter dirty Contaminants or residue in fuel Replace filter or replace fuel Fuel vent Fuel vent plugged Contaminated fuel Clean or replace Spark plug Plug dirty or worn Normal wear Clean and adjust or replace Carburetor Improper a...

Page 36: ... the spark plug hole 8 Pull the recoil starter handle 2 3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine 9 Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole Pull the recoil handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there 10 Install the spark plug Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug 11 Remove blower pipe assembly from unit SPECIFICATIONS MODEL EB633RT ...

Page 37: ... ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Fuel Tank Capacity 2 0 L 67 7 US fl oz Starter System Automatic recoil starter centrifugal type Idle Speed 2 800 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed 7 000 RPM Average Air Speed w pipes 87 17 m sec 195 mph Maximum Air Speed w pipes 104 20 m sec 233 mph Air Volume 18 50 m3 min 651 ft 3 min Sound Level at 50 ft dB A scale per ANSI ...

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Page 39: ...EB633RT PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7531124908 39 04 22 ECHO Incorporated ...

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