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Product Description
Using the illustration as a guide, famil-
iarize yourself with your machine and
its various components. Understanding
your machine helps ensure top per-
formance, long service life and safer
operation.
Specifications
Engine model
SF242E
Dry weight (Including attachments)
5.8 kg / 12.8 lb.
Engine type
2-cycle catalyst
Bore x stroke
33 x 28 mm / 1.3 x 1.1 in.
Displacement
23.9 cc / 1.5 cu. in.
Maximum power
1.0 HP/0.8 kW @ 8000 min
-1
(rpm)
Recommended idle speed
3,000 (±250) min
-1
(rpm)
Fuel/oil ratio
50:1 with ISO-L-EGD or JASO FC class 2-cycle mixing oil*
Carburetor type
Walbro WYK, diaphragm-type
Fuel tank capacity
670 ml / 22.3 oz.
Ignition
One-piece electronic, transistor contolled
Spark plug
NGK BPMR6A
Electrode Gap
0.6 - 0.7 mm / .024 -.028 in.
Torque
170 - 190 kg cm / 16.7 - 18.6 N∙m
Air cleaner type
Foam, non reversible
Starting method
Recoil
Stopping method
Slide switch
Transmission type
Automatic, centrifugal clutch w/bevel gear
EPA Emission Compliance Period**
Category A
Outer tube
Edger blade
Grip
Gearcase
Cutting
attachment shield
Handle
Accelerator
lever
Throttle lock
lever
Ignition switch
Fuel tank
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modifications or alterations to any of
these units or their components.
** The EPA emission compliance referred to on the emission compliance label located on the engine, indicates the number of operating
hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements. Category C = 50 hours (Moderate), B = 125 hours
(Intermediate) and A = 300 hours (Extended).
* The NGK BPMR6A also meets the requirements for electro magnetic compliance (EMC).
Specifications are subject to change without notice.