Shindaiwa M242 Operator's Manual download pdf (Page 2)

IMPORTANT!

The operational procedures described in

this manual are intended to help you get the

most from your unit as well as to protect you

and others from harm. These procedures

are guidelines for safe operation under

most conditions, and are not intended to

replace any safety rules and/or laws that

may be in force in your area. If you have

questions regarding your 242-series power

tool, or if you do not understand something

in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will

be glad to assist you. You may also contact

Shindaiwa, Inc. at the address printed on the

back of this manual.

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Contents

Introduction

The Shindaiwa 242-series of hand-held

power tools has been designed and built to

deliver superior performance and reliability

without compromise to quality, comfort,

safety or durability.

Shindaiwa engines represent the leading

edge of high-performance engine technol-

ogy, delivering exceptionally high power with

remarkably low displacement and weight. As

an owner/operator, you’ll soon discover for

yourself why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by

itself!

Introduction....................................................2

Attention Statements.....................................2

General Safety Instructions..........................3

Safety Labels..................................................4

Operating Precautions..................................4

Product Description......................................5

Speciﬁcations.................................................5

Handle Assembly ..........................................6

Installing a Tool Attachment.........................6

Mixing Fuel....................................................7

Starting the Engine........................................8

Stopping the Engine......................................8

Adjusting Engine Idle....................................9

Checking Unit Condition..............................9

Maintenance.................................................10

Long Term Storage.......................................11

Troubleshooting Guide...............................12

Emission System Warranty.........................15

IMPORTANT!

The information contained in these instruc-

tions describes units available at the time of

publication.

Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to

make changes to products without prior

notice, and without obligation to make al-

terations to units previously manufactured.

WARNING!

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth

defects or other reproductive harm.

Throughout this manual are special “atten-

tion statements”.

WARNING!

A statement preceded by the trian-

gular attention symbol and the word

“WARNING” contains information that

should be acted upon to prevent seri-

ous bodily injury.

CAUTION!

A statement preceded by the word

“CAUTION” contains information that

should be acted upon to prevent me-

chanical damage.

Attention Statements

IMPORTANT!

A statement preceded by the word

“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses spe-

cial signiﬁcance.

NOTE:

A statement preceded by the word “NOTE”

contains information that is handy to know

and may make your job easier.

Read and follow this manual, make

sure anyone using the trimmer does

likewise. Failure to do so could result

in serious personal injury or machine

failure. Keep this manual for future

reference.

Always wear a hard hat to reduce the

risk of head injuries during operation of

this machine. In addition, always wear

eye and hearing protection. Shindaiwa

recommends wearing a face shield as

additional face and eye protection.

Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves.

Safety tip shoes or boots with non-slip

sole should be worn.

This product conducts electricity. Keep

the product and/or operator a minimum

distance of 15 feet (4.5 meters) away

from electrical sources and power lines.

Keep bystanders at least 50 feet (15

meters) away from the operating trim-

mer to reduce the risk of being struck

by falling objects or thrown debris.

The blades / cutting attachments are

SHARP! Handle with care.

Be aware of the danger of falling

debris.

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