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WARNING!

Always wear eye protection when operating this

machine. To minimize the risk of injury, read this manual

and familiarize yourself with its contents.

SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

LE242

LAWN EDGER

X7502804700
11/14

Summary of Contents for LE242

Page 1: ...lways wear eye protection when operating this machine Tominimizetheriskofinjury readthismanual and familiarize yourself with its contents SHINDAIWA OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL LE242 LAWN EDGER X75028047...

Page 2: ...at may be in force in your area If you have questions regarding your Shindaiwa hand held power equipment or if you do not understand something in this manual contact your local Shindaiwa dealer for as...

Page 3: ...bjects NEVER run the engine when transporting the unit NEVER run the engine indoors Make sure there is always good ventila tion Fumes from engine exhaust can cause serious injury or death ALWAYS use t...

Page 4: ...ger zone wear eye protection Be extremely careful of slippery terrain especially during rainy weather Always make sure the appropriate cutting attachment shield is correctly installed If contact is ma...

Page 5: ...or type Diaphragm type Fuel tank capacity 69 L 23 5 oz Ignition Electronic Spark plug NGK BPM8Y Electrode Gap 0 6 mm 0 024 in Torque 150 170 kgf cm 130 150 in lbf Air cleaner type Double layer felt St...

Page 6: ...e period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations provided that approved maintenance procedures are fol lowed as list...

Page 7: ...n Make sure that the throttle trigger operates smoothly without binding If it becomes necessary to adjust the trigger free play follow the procedures and illustrations that follow 1 Loosen the air cle...

Page 8: ...ternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines gaskets carburetors and other engine components Fuel Requirements Gasoline Use 89 Octane R M 2 mid grade or higher gasoline known t...

Page 9: ...f Fire NEVER smoke or light fires near the engine ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling ALWAYS Wipe all spilled fuel and move at least 3 meters 10 feet from the fueling point an...

Page 10: ...is clear of obstructions and pull recoil starter handle upward Hold the unit firmly WARNING The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in possible serious injury K...

Page 11: ...ge the engine NEVER operate a unit with worn or damaged fasteners or attachment holders WARNING A cutting attachment shield or other protective device is no guarantee of protection against rico chet Y...

Page 12: ...wer the blade to the ground while applying full throttle Do not move the edger into the work so fast that the engine or blade bogs down Regular and frequent use of the edger will make a neater lawn an...

Page 13: ...d may also cause hearing loss Spark Plug Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean Never repair a damaged blade by welding straightening or by modifying its shape An altered blade may b...

Page 14: ...ding to the values listed in the Specifications section If the spark plug must be replaced use only the type recommended in Specifications or equivalent spark plug of the correct heat range 1 Close ch...

Page 15: ...xtract the fuel filter from inside the fuel tank Inspect the fuel filter element If it shows signs of contamination replace with a genuine Shindaiwa replacement fuel filter element CAUTION Make sure y...

Page 16: ...lithium based grease and reinstall the shaft in the shaft tube CAUTION The D shaped shim washer must be positioned with its flat edge toward the shaft tube Gearcase protector Nut Mounting screw Inspec...

Page 17: ...usted when operating the engine below 1 100 feet ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Every 90 hours of operation remove and clean the muffler If the engine becomes sluggish and low on power...

Page 18: ...r blade and holder B onto the shaft and then install the bolt guard and shaft bolt turn bolt counterclockwise to install 4 Align the hole in holder A with the matching hole in the gearcase and then us...

Page 19: ...switch is in O OFF position Shorted ignition ground Faulty ignition unit If the plug is wet excess fuel may be in the cylinder The plug is fouled or improperly gapped The plug is damaged internally or...

Page 20: ...d oils at 50 1 gasoline oil ratio Clean repair or replace as necessary Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer Service the air cleaner element Tighten or replace the spark plug Check the...

Page 21: ...rized Shindaiwa servicing dealer Test and replace as required Replace the spark plug Check the Specifications section for the correct plug and gap for your unit Restart Idle engine until cool Symptom...

Page 22: ...or have questions concerning Shindaiwa s Warranty Statement you can contact our Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 or contact us through the web at WWW SHINDAIWA COM PRODUCT WARRAN...

Page 23: ...lined in the operator s manual is the customer s responsibility Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer during...

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Page 25: ...never be sold or misused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies your ownership for warranty considera...

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Page 28: ...7 986 7783 Dealer information is also available on WWW SHINDAIWA USA COM When presenting your unit for Warranty service re pairs proof of purchase is required Consumer Product Support If you require a...

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