Idle Speed Adjustment; Air Filter - Maruyama E270 Manuel Du Propriétaire

Idle Speed Adjustment

This Edger is equipped with non-adjustable fuel
mixture carburetor. The engine idle speed is the only
adjustment for the operator.
WARNING
• Idle speed adjustment should be checked
each time the unit is operated.
WARNING
POTENTIAL HAZARD
• Engine must be running to make carbu-
retor adjustments.
• When engine is running, Edger blade is
rotating and other parts are moving.
WHAT CAN HAPPEN
• Contact with rotating Edger blade or
other moving parts could cause serious
personal injury or death.
HOW TO AVOID THE HAZARD
• Keep hands, feet and clothing away from
Edger blade and other moving parts.
• Keep all bystanders and pets away
from unit while making carburetor
adjustments.
The Edger blade may be rotating during idle speed
adjustment. Wear the recommended personal protective
equipment and observe all safety instructions. Keep
hands and body away from the Edger blade.
When the throttle trigger is released, the engine should
return to an idle speed between 2700 - 3300 RPM, or
just below the clutch engagement speed. The Edger
blade must not rotate and the engine should not stall
(stop running) at engine idle speed.
To adjust the engine idle speed, rotate the idle speed
adjustment screw on the carburetor.
Idle Speed
Adjustment Screw
• Turn the idle speed screw in (clockwise) to
increase the engine idle speed.
• Turn the screw out (counter-clockwise) to decrease
the engine idle speed.
If idle speed adjustment is necessary, and after
adjustment the Edger blade rotates or the engine
stalls, stop using the Edger immediately!
Contact your local authorized MARUYAMA Dealer
for assistance and servicing.

Air Filter

Maintenance Interval
• The air filter should be cleaned daily, or more
often when working in extremely dusty conditions.
• Replace after every 100 hours of operation.
Air Filter Cleaning
Air Filter Cover
Foam Element
1. Loosen the knob and remove the air filter cover.
2. Remove the foam element and filter screen from
the air filter body.
3. Clean the foam element and filter screen with
warm, soapy water. Let the screen and element
dry completely.
4. Apply a light coat of motor oil (SAE 30 or
equivalent viscosity) to the foam element and
squeeze out all excess oil.
5. Reassemble the filter screen and foam element to
the air filter body.
6. Reinstall the air filter cover and tighten the knob.
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Filter Screen