Shindaiwa AH242es Owner's Manual

AH242 ARTICULATED HEDGE TRIMMERSHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR'S MANUALWARNING!Always wear eye and ear protection when operat-ing this machine. To min

10After use• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel stor-age container.Storage - Fuel sto

11Slide the ignition switch to the “I” 1. position.Press the primer bulb until fuel can 2. be seen flowing in the transparent return tube.IMPORTANT!The

12Slide ignition switch to OFFOFFIdle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) posi

13OperationPreparationsUse lopping shears to cut out thick branches first.Cutting SequenceIf a radial cut is necessary, cut a little at a time in sever

14Cutting performance of your machine depends a great deal on proper cut-ter blade adjustment. Properly adjusted blades will oscillate freely yet help

15spark plug gap--all modelsPrior to each work day, perform the following:Remove all dirt and debris from the engine, check the cooling fins and air

16Maintenance (continued)Lubricate cutter assembly and gearcaseGearcase grease tting ALubricate the cutter assembly gearcase by pumping one or two

17Lubricate cutter assembly and gearcaseGearcase grease ttingBCAUTION!Do not remove the D-shaped shim washer from the gearcase clamp! The shim washer

18WARNING!Never operate the unit with a damaged or missing mufer or spark arrester! Operating with a missing or damaged spark arrester is a re hazar

19Idle adjustment screwAdjusting engine idleIf a tachometer is available, adjust 3. idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle speed.Adjusting E

2IntroductionThe Shindaiwa AH242 Articulated Hedge Trimmer is designed and built to deliver superior performance and reli-ability without compromise t

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

21ADDITIONAL PROBLEMSPoor acceleration.Clogged air fi lter.Clogged fuel fi lter.Lean fuel/air mixture.Idle speed set too low.Ignition switch turned off.

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 01/01/2010ECHO, 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

25 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Your emission control system may include parts such as: carburetor/fuel injected system, ignition system, ca

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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 Yamabiko Corporation

3This product conducts electricity. Keep the prod-uct and/or operator a mini-mum distance of 33 feet (10 meters) away from electrical sources and powe

4Operating PrecautionsWARNING!Never transport the articulated hedge trimmer or leave it unat-tended with the engine running. An engine that’s runnin

5Safety (continued)Safety Equipment and LabelsOperator SafetyWear sturdy footwear with nonslip soles to provide good footing. Steel-toed safety boots

6Product DescriptionUsing the illustration as a guide, familiarize yourself with the Shindaiwa AH242 articu-lated hedge trimmer and its various compon

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

8Cable AdjusterRotate cable adjuster in or out to obtrain proper free playLock Nut4 - 6 mmThrottle trigger free playThe cutter assembly can be adjust

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