Shindaiwa M242 User Manual Download

Page: 1 / 24

SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

M242

MULTIPURPOSE

TOOL CARRIER

WARNING!

Always wear eye protection when operating

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

manual and familiarize yourself with its contents.

X7502802102

02/13

Summary of Contents for M242

Page 1: ...PERATOR S MANUAL M242 MULTIPURPOSE TOOL CARRIER WARNING Always wear eye protection when operating this machine To minimize the risk of injury read this manual and familiarize yourself with its content...

Page 2: ...ra tions to units previously manufactured IMPORTANT The information contained in these instructions describes units available at the time of publication Operational and warning labels Contents PAGE PA...

Page 3: ...ALWAYS keep the unit as clean as practical Keep it free of loose vegeta tion mud etc ALWAYS hold the unit firmly with both hands when cutting or trimming and maintain control at all times ALWAYS keep...

Page 4: ...Latch protector Figure 2a Prior to Assembly Before assembling make sure you have all the components required for a com plete unit Engine Outer tube assembly Handle Assembly Tool s Operator s Manual E...

Page 5: ...pen Throttle Speed W O T w nylon line head 9 600 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed W O T w blade 12 000 RPM An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This is an EXAMPLE ONLY information on label v...

Page 6: ...w knob The spring loaded coupler protector should pop up 2 Press down on the latch with your finger or thumb This releases the coupler lock See Figure 6 3 Pull the tool assembly out of the coupler CAU...

Page 7: ...ild up maintain engine performance and increase engine life Shindaiwa Red ArmorTM engine oil exceeds ISO L EGD and J A S O M345 FD performance requirements IMPORTANT Shindaiwa OneTM 2 Stroke oil or Re...

Page 8: ...rface 2 Clear any dirt or other debris from around the fuel filler cap 3 Remove the fuel cap and fill the tank with clean fresh fuel 4 Reinstall the fuel filler cap and tighten firmly 5 Wipe away any...

Page 9: ...f engine is cold Figure 9 Closed Primer Bulb Return Tube Figure 8 WARNING Never start the engine from the operating position WARNING The cutting attachment may rotate when the engine is started Figure...

Page 10: ...check for damage if you strike a foreign object or if the unit becomes tangled Do not operate with broken or damaged equipment NEVER allow the engine to run at high RPM without a load Doing so could...

Page 11: ...WARRANTY CLAIM General maintenance NOTE Using non standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty Muffler This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester...

Page 12: ...park plug gap all models Every 10 to 15 hours of operation Remove and clean the spark plug Adjust the spark plug electrode gap 0 6 mm to 0 024 inch If the spark plug must be replaced use only an BPMR8...

Page 13: ...damage your hearing 1 Remove the spark plug boot 2 Remove engine cover and muffler cover 3 Remove the spark arrester screen and cover 4 Clean the screen with a stiff bristle brush 5 Remove the muffle...

Page 14: ...n and durability performance up to 1 100 feet above sea level ASL 96 0 kPa To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an...

Page 15: ...or longer use the following proce dures to prepare it for storage Clean external parts thoroughly and apply a light coating of oil to all metal surfaces Drain all the fuel from the carburetor and the...

Page 16: ...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 17: ...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 18: ...orized 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 19: ...tions 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 WARRANTY PERIOD RES...

Page 20: ...ance as outlined 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 de...

Page 21: ...21 NOTES...

Page 22: ...22 NOTES...

Page 23: ...23 NOTES...

Page 24: ...AIWA COM When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required Consumer Product Support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application operation...

Search results

Summary of Contents for M242

Reviews:

Related manuals for M242

Brands by name

Popular brands

Shindaiwa M242, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

Search results

Summary of Contents for M242

Reviews:

Related manuals for M242

Brands by name

Popular brands