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M242

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SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL

M242S MULTIPURPOSE 
TOOL CARRIER

Part Number  65041-94310 Rev 03/2009

WARNING!

Read this manual and the manuals provided with the Shindaiwa 

 

Splitboom Attachment series and familiarize yourself with its contents.

Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others.

 

Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this machine.

 

Do not operate or service this machine unless you clearly understand 

 

this manual.

This machine is designed for cutting grass, weeds, and brush. Use 

 

only for designated purpose.

Keep this manual available at all times so that you can reference it 

 

whenever you have a question about the use of this unit.

Summary of Contents for M242S

Page 1: ...iliarize yourself with its contents Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this machine Do not operate or service this machine unless...

Page 2: ...nual Shindaiwa Inc reserves the right to make changes to products without prior notice and without obligation to make alterations to units previously manufactured IMPORTANT The information contained i...

Page 3: ...ER extend trimming line beyond the length speci ed for your unit ALWAYS hold the unit rmly with both hands when cutting or trimming and maintain control at all times ALWAYS keep the handles clean ALWA...

Page 4: ...rlock Ignition Switch Strap Coupler Screw Knob Latch Latch protector Coupler Spark Plug Air cleaner Fuel tank Tank guard Using the accompanying illustration as a guide familiarize yourself with this u...

Page 5: ...at WOT Vibration Level In accordance with EN ISO 11806 and ISO 22867 Note 1 8 tooth blade equipped Note 2 Trimmer head equipped Sound Pressure Level average data between at Idling and at WOT Note 1 dB...

Page 6: ...Slip off the protective plastic cover s 2 from the ends of the tube s and loosen the coupler screw knob Insert the tool assembly into the cou 3 pler with the tool decal facing up until the line of the...

Page 7: ...e 2 adjuster Turn the cable adjuster in or out as 3 required to obtain proper free play 4 6 mm 3 16 1 4 inch Tighten the locknut 4 Reinstall the air cleaner cover 5 Adjusting the handle Use both hands...

Page 8: ...BIL Oil is a registered JASO FD classi fied oil and also meets or exceeds ISO L EGD performance requirements Shindaiwa One is recommended for use in all Shindaiwa low emis sions engines Shindaiwa One...

Page 9: ...the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel can damage the starter WARNING The cutting attachment may rotate when the engine is started IMPORTANT If the engine fails to start after several attemp...

Page 10: ...ring carburetor adjustments Wear your protective equipment and observe all safety instructions ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach ment fits properly into the appropriate attachment holder If a proper...

Page 11: ...engine NEVER operate a unit with worn or dam aged fasteners or attachment holders WARNING A cutting attachment shield or other protective device is no guarantee of protection against ricochet YOU MUS...

Page 12: ...ANY REPAIR ESTABLISH MENT OR INDIVIDUAL HOWEVER WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PER FORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY SHINDAIWA INC THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AN...

Page 13: ...d easily Every 10 to 15 hours of operation Remove and clean the spark plug Adjust the spark plug electrode gap to 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 inch If the spark plug must be replaced use only the an NGK BPM...

Page 14: ...bon buildup Gently tap the muffler on a wood sur 7 face to dislodge any loose carbon Reassemble the spark arrester muffler 8 and engine cover in the reverse order of disassembly Whenever the unit will...

Page 15: ...the plug is wet excess fuel may be in the cylinder The plug is fouled or improperly gapped Consult with an authorized servicing dealer Tighten and re test Consult with an authorized servicing dealer...

Page 16: ...or fuel line Water in the fuel Piston seizure Faulty carburetor and or diaphragm Overheating condition Improper fuel Carbon deposits in the combustion chamber Check fuel octane rating check for prese...

Page 17: ...ing dealer Reset the switch and re start Overheated engine Engine idle too high Broken clutch spring or worn clutch spring boss Loose attachment holder Poor acceleration Engine stops abruptly Engine d...

Page 18: ...dB A Authorized representative in the European Community Mr Phil Williams Worldwide Corporate Advisors LLP 8 10 Hallam Street Suite 405 London W1W 6JE Tel 44 20 3008 8910 Fax 44 20 3008 8911 Technical...

Page 19: ...dB A Authorized representative in the European Community Mr Phil Williams Worldwide Corporate Advisors LLP 8 10 Hallam Street Suite 405 London W1W 6JE Tel 44 20 3008 8910 Fax 44 20 3008 8911 Technica...

Page 20: ...level 108 dB A Authorized representative in the European Community Mr Phil Williams Worldwide Corporate Advisors LLP 8 10 Hallam Street Suite 405 London W1W 6JE Tel 44 20 3008 8910 Fax 44 20 3008 8911...

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Page 24: ...6696 www shindaiwa com Shindaiwa Corporation 6 2 11 Ozuka Nishi Asaminami Ku Hiroshima 731 3167 Japan Telephone 81 82 849 2220 Fax 81 82 849 2481 2009 Shindaiwa Inc Part Number 65041 94310 Rev 3 2009...

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