Shindaiwa T282 TRIMMER X7502824801 User Manual

SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR'S MANUALT282 TRIMMERMinimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with

10Handling Fuel DANGER!Fuel is VERY ammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may re-sult.• Use an

11Make sure the attachment is clear of obstructions!...and pull recoil starter handle upwardHold the unit rmly...ClosedMove the choke lever to the CL

125. When the engine starts, slowly move the choke lever to the “OPEN” posi-tion. If the engine stops after the initial start, close the choke and re

13NEVER operate the unit with the cutting attachment shield or other protective devices removed!Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories wi

14WARNING!Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string, which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment.CA

15MuferThis unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester or mufer. Make sure the mufer is well secured and in good condition

16Fuel lter elementHooked wireFuel lter maintenanceRemove and replace the lter element. Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel lter from inside

17Mufer and spark arrester maintenanceCooling SystemEngine Cover ScrewsMufer CoverEngine CoverMufer Cover ScrewSpark Arrester ScreenSpark Arrester

18WARNING!When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.Carbur

19 Remove the spark plug and pour about 1/4 oz. of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Slowly pull the recoil starter 2 or 3 t

2IntroductionThe Shindaiwa 282 series is designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to quality, comfort, sa

20Troubleshooting GuideVaporlock.Engine hot/heat soaked.Low fuel quality.Let cool completely and restart.Refi ll with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline wi

21Is the engine overheating?Engine is rough at all speeds. May also have black smoke and/or unburned fuel at the exhaust.Operator is overworking the u

22ADDITIONAL PROBLEMSPoor acceleration.Clogged air fi lter.Clogged fuel fi lter.Lean fuel/air mixture.Idle speed set too low.Ignition switch turned off.

23SHINDAIWA LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2013ECHO, INC’S RESPONSIBILITYECHO Incorporated’s (ECHO, INC

24PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES• 90-day all applicationsATTENTION ENGINE POWERED PRODUCT OWNERSThis Shindaiwa engine powered product is a qu

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ECHO Incorporated.400 Oakwood RoadLake Zurich, IL 60047-1564 U.S.A.Telephone: 1-877-986-7783Fax: 1-847-540-8416www.shindaiwa.com T09711001001/T097119

3Warning and Operational LabelsRead and follow this opera-tor's manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury..Wear eye and hearing pro

4Safety LabelsIMPORTANT!Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace dama

515m (50ft)Be Aware of the Working EnvironmentAvoid long-term operation in very hot or very cold weather.Make sure bystanders or observers outside the

6Product DescriptionUsing the illustration as a guide, famil-iarize yourself with your machine and its various components. Understanding your machine

7An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by en-gine FAMILY).PRODUCT EMISSION DURAB

84-6 mm Throttle Free PlayAdjust Throttle Lever Free PlayRemove air cleaner coverThe throttle lever free play should be approximately 4-6 mm. Make sur

9 WARNING! Alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa re-quirements are NOT approved for use