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T242X Trimmer

Fuel

Fuel Requirements

Gasoline -

Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may

contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing

methanol (wood alcohol) is

NOT

approved.

2 Stroke Mixture Oil

- A 2-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/

FD standards must be used. Shindaiwa One

2-Stroke Oil is strongly recommended as it meets this

standard and is specifically formulated for use in all Shindaiwa 2-stroke engines. Engine problems due

to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD

certified oil will void the engine warranty.

For increased engine protection, Shindaiwa recommends using Shindaiwa Red Armor

engine oil to

protect the engine from harmful carbon build up, maintain engine performance, and increase engine life.

Shindaiwa Red Armor

engine oil exceeds ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. M345/FD performance requirements.

IMPORTANT!

Shindaiwa One

2-Stroke oil or Red Armor

engine oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all

Shindaiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.

WARNING!

Alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting

ECHO Inc. requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa gasoline engines.

Use of

alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and

unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. Alternative

fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets, carburetors and other engine

components.

Mixing Instructions

1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required

amount of gasoline.

2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke engine oil to gasoline.
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.

IMPORTANT!

Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states

may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage.

Handling Fuel

DANGER

Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal

injury may result.
• Use an approved fuel container.

• DO NOT smoke near fuel.

• DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.

• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly to allow pressure to equalize.

• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING!

• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.

• DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately.

• Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling.

• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired.

• Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine.

Fuel to Oil Mix - 50:1 Ratio

U.S.

METRIC

GAS

OIL

GAS

OIL

Gallons Fl. oz.

Liter

cc.

2.6

5.2

160

400

Summary of Contents for T242X

Page 1: ...ry to yourself and others Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm ...

Page 2: ...f ECHO 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 in this owner s operator s manual describes units available at the time of publication NOTE Specifications descriptions and illustrative materials in this literature are as accurate as known at the time of pub...

Page 3: ...n that should be acted upon to prevent serious bodily injury Warning and Operational Labels Read and follow this operator s manual Failure to do so could result in serious injury Wear eye and hearing protection at all times during operation of this unit Wear head protection where there is a risk of falling objects Beware of thrown or richocheted objects If unit is used as a brushcutter beware of b...

Page 4: ...has a pacemaker Eye Protection Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87 1 CE or CSA Z94 3 requirements must be worn whenever you operate the unit Hand Protection Wear no slip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Breathing Protection Wear a facemask to protect against dust Hearing Protection ECHO Inc recommends w...

Page 5: ...ing parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings ALWAYS stop engine disconnect spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit NEVER reach into an...

Page 6: ...in repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury RSI An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some believe that prolonged exposure to vibration may contribute to CTS CTS can cause severe pain for months or even years To reduce the risk of RS...

Page 7: ...MENT 21 2cc EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD 50 Hours THIS ENGINE MEETS 2014 U S EPA EXH EVP CALIFORNIA EXH EVP EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR S O R E REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND ADJUSTMENTS JAN 2014 EMISSION CONTROL INFORMATION ENGINE FAMILY CEHXS 0214KL DISPLACEMENT 21 2cc EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD 300 Hours THIS ENGINE MEETS 2014 U S EPA EXH EVP CALIFORNIA EXH EVP EMISSION R...

Page 8: ...ur Shindaiwa dealer See Servicing Information instructions for specific information Safety Labels 24 Trimmer Shaft 22 Hot Label 23 Support Handle 1 6 5 9 2 3 4 7 8 READ THE OPERATOR S MANUAL WEAR HEARING AND ANSI Z87 1 APPROVED EYE PROTECTION KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY AT LEAST 50 FEET 15m BEWARE OF THROWN OR RICOCHETED OBJECTS USE HANDLEBAR OR BARRIER WHEN OPERATING WITH A BLADE WEAR HARNESS WHEN OPERA...

Page 9: ...ating speed 11 GEAR CASE Connects the cutting attachment to the unit 12 CUT OFF KNIFE Automatically trims line to the correct length 5 inches after head is tapped on the ground If trimmer is operated without a cut off knife the line will become too long the engine will overheat and engine damage may occur 13 DEBRIS SHIELD MUST be installed on unit before use see Assembly Instructions Debris shield...

Page 10: ...Assembly This unit comes fully assembled with the exception of the debris shield cutting attachment and barrier bar Adjust throttle trigger free play WARNING A standard grass trimmer unit with loop handle should NEVER be operated with blade type attachments For blade use the trimmer must be fitted with a bicycle type handlebar or barrier bar that is located in front of the operator to reduce the r...

Page 11: ...R use this machine without debris shield extension when using a trimmer head 1 Attach the debris shield extension S to the debris shield K Snap T into hook receiver U CAUTION Make sure the debris shield extension is completely hooked at the hook receiver NOTE Using a shoulder strap when operating this unit with a blade allows you to maintain proper control of the unit and reduces fatigue during ex...

Page 12: ...of holder E 5 Hold wrench F securely in locked position 6 Remove shaft bolt A bolt guard B holder C and clip D 7 Install nylon spacer J on holder E Match small 25 mm diameter recess in nylon spacer to blader holder boss 8 Install trimmer head K to output shaft turning trimmer head counterclockwise Tighten trimmer head securely using hand pressure only NOTE Nylon spacer J must stay centered on hold...

Page 13: ...des that are bent warped cracked broken or damaged in any way Use a sharp blade A dull blade is more likely to snag and thrust CAUTION Install the blade so its printed surface is visible to the operator when the brushcutter is in the normal operating position WARNING The blade must fit flat against the holder E The blade mounting hole must be centered over the raised boss J on holder E Holder C mu...

Page 14: ... may cause performance problems loss of power overheating fuel vapor lock and unintended machine operation including but not limited to improper clutch engagement Alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines gaskets carburetors and other engine components Mixing Instructions 1 Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline 2 Add the proper am...

Page 15: ...y Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames IMPORTANT Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty 30 days ninety 90 days when a fuel stabilizer is added Use of unmixed improperly mixed or stale fuel may cause hard st...

Page 16: ...e to unit will occur Do not pull starter handle K to the end of the rope travel Pulling the starter handle to the end of the rope travel can damage the recoil starter 5 Choke After engine fires or 5 pulls move choke lever B to the D Run open position Firmly grasp throttle handle G and throttle trigger lockout H with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger J to wide open position Pull starter ...

Page 17: ...n 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch A away from the STOP position 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb E until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line F Pump purge bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles Firmly grip throttle handle G and throttle trigger lockout H with left hand Pull star...

Page 18: ...oisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death WARNING Blades are not interchangeable between Shindaiwa edgers and trimmer brushcutter models Operating any unit with a blade or attachment not approved for that unit can be hazardous and may cause serious injury Checking Unit Condition WARNING A cutting attachment shield or other protective device is no guarantee of protection against rico...

Page 19: ...ades attached to the head by pivots NOTE Additional hardware may be required to mount the Fixed Line or the Flail type trimmer heads CAUTION Do not push the rotating line into trees wire fences or any material that could tangle or break line ends Engine Operating Speeds Operate the unit at full throttle while cutting grass CAUTION Operation at low RPM can lead to premature clutch failure CAUTION O...

Page 20: ...re adjusted to the size of the operator using the unit Engine Operating Speeds Operate the unit at full throttle while cutting Best fuel efficiency is obtained by releasing the throttle when swinging back after a cut To prevent possible engine damage do not allow the brushcutter to run at high speeds without a load Avoid operating the engine at low speeds Doing so can lead to rapid clutch wear In ...

Page 21: ...or replacement parts may not operate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to personal injury Muffler This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester or muffler Make sure the muffler is well secured and in good condition A worn or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and may also cause hearing loss Spark Plug Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and c...

Page 22: ...re frequently in dusty or dirty conditions 1 Movel choke lever A to B Cold Start Position to close choke This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed Brush accumulated dirt from air filter area 2 Loosen the air filter cover knob C and remove the air filter cover D Brush dirt from inside cover 3 Replace air filter E if it is damaged fuel soaked very dirty or...

Page 23: ...talling the new fuel filter inspect the condition of all the fuel system components fuel pick up line fuel return line tank vent line tank vent fuel cap and fuel tank If damage splitting or deterioration is noted the unit should be removed from service until it can be inspected or repaired by a Shindaiwa trained service technician Gearcase lubrication 2 Clean all loose debris from gear case C 3 Re...

Page 24: ...ine damage may result NOTE Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations Carburetor adjustments other than idle speed must be performed by an authorized Shindaiwa dealer 135 Hour Maintenance Every 135 hours of operation remove and clean the muffler 1 Remove the spark plug boot A 2 Remove the engine cover B and muffler cover C 3 Remove exhaust pa...

Page 25: ...idle otherwise serious personal injury may result If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the procedure described here return the trimmer to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection Disassemble Trimmer Head NOTE For normal use Speed Feed trimmer head disassembly is not necessary However if circumstances require disassembly follow these instructions 1 Press top of locking tabs A on both sides of Speed ...

Page 26: ...1 Cut one piece of nylon line to recommended length 080 2 0 mm dia 20 6 m 095 2 4 mm dia 20 6 m 2 Align arrows on top of knob A with openings in eyelets B Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation 3 Insert one end of nylon line into an eyelet and push line equal distance through trimmer head 4 Hold trimmer head while turning knob C clockwise to wind nylon line onto spool until about...

Page 27: ...und the blade until all teeth are sharp 2 DO NOT file the gullet radius of the tooth with the flat file The radius must remain A sharp corner will lead to a crack and blade failure NOTE If an electric grinder is used use care not to overheat teeth do not allow tips tooth to glow red or turn blue DO NOT place blade in cooling water This will change the temper of the blade and could result in blade ...

Page 28: ...ining fuel from carburetor then drain the tank again Close choke start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel 7 a Allow engine to cool then remove the spark plug and pour 7 cc 1 4 oz of fresh clean two stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole b Slowly pull the recoil starter handle 2 3 times to distribute the oil inside the engine c Observe the piston location...

Page 29: ...d or vent Priming pump not functioning properly The ignition switch is in O OFF position Shorted ignition ground Faulty ignition unit The plug is fouled or improperly gapped The plug is damaged internally or of the wrong size Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer Tighten and re test Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer Refill with fresh clean unleaded gasoline with...

Page 30: ... classified oils at 50 1 gasoline oil ratio Clean repair or replace as necessary Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer Service the air filter Tighten or replace the spark plug Check the Specifications section for the correct plug and gap for your unit Repair or replace fuel filter and or fuel line Refill with fresh clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 89 or higher mixed wi...

Page 31: ...n authorized 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 Possible Cause Remedy Engine stops abruptly Engine difﬁcult to shut off Troubleshooting Guide continued Engine idle too high Broken clutch spring or worn clutch spring boss Loose attachment hol...

Page 32: ...o stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternative fuels such as E 15 or E 85 Oil Shindaiwa One oil ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Fuel Tank Capacity 0 63 L 21 3 US fl oz Starter System Automatic rewind starter Clutch Centrifugal type Opera...

Page 33: ...tance 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 WARRANTY PERIOD RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION 5 YEAR WARRANTY Units for residential or non income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for five 5 years from date of purchase EXCEPTIONS For ...

Page 34: ...escribed in the operator s manual Preventative maintenance 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 dealer during the warranty period Certain parts and other items are not warranted including but not limited to lubricants starter cords and engine t...

Page 35: ...35 T242X Trimmer NOTES ...

Page 36: ...SHINDAIWA 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 or maintenance of this product you may call the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1 877 986 7783 from 8 30 am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling ...

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