Table Of Contents; Attention Statements - Shindaiwa 81359 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Introduction
The Shindaiwa 242 Series hand held
power equipment has been designed and
built to deliver superior performance and
reliability without compromise to quality,
comfort, safety or durability.
Shindaiwa engines represent the leading
edge of high-performance engine technol-
ogy, delivering exceptionally high power
with remarkably low displacement and
weight. As an owner/operator, you'll soon
discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is
simply in a class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this
owner's/operator's manual describes units
available at the time of publication.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to
make changes to products without prior
notice, and without obligation to make al-
terations to units previously manufactured.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Contents
Attention Statements. ................................2
Safety Instructions .....................................2
Safety Labels ...............................................4
Product Description ...................................5
Specifications ..............................................5
Assembly .....................................................6
Adjustments................................................7
Installing a Trimmer Head........................8
Installing a Blade........................................9
Mixing Fuel.............................................. .10
Starting the Engine.. ................................10
Stopping the Engine ................................11
Adjusting Engine Idle ..............................11
Checking Unit Condition.........................12
Shoulder Strap ..........................................12
Cutting Grass with a Trimmer Head ......12
Using a Blade............................................13
Maintenance .............................................14
Long Term Storage................................... 17
Blade Sharpening......................................17
Troubleshooting Guide ...........................18
Emission System Warranty .....................20
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Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special
"attention statements".
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the triangular
attention symbol and the word
"WARNING" contains information that
should be acted upon to prevent
serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information that
should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
"IMPORTANT" is one that possesses
special significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word "NOTE"
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
Read and follow this
operators manual.
Failure to do so could
result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing
protection at all times
during the operation
of this unit.
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Keep bystanders
at least 50 feet (15 m)
away during operation.
Beware of thrown or
ricocheted objects.
Do not operate this unit with a
blade unless the unit is equipped
with a Shindaiwa-approved
handlebar or barrier.
Always wear a harness when
operating this unit with a blade.
A harness is also recommended
when using trimmer line.
If unit is used as a brushcutter,
beware of blade thrust. A jammed
blade can cause the unit to jerk
suddenly and may cause the
operator to lose control of the unit.
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described
in this manual are intended to help you
get the most from this unit as well as
to protect you and others from harm.
These procedures are guidelines for safe
operation under most conditions, and are
not intended to replace any safety rules
and/or laws that may be in force in your
area. If you have questions regarding your
242 series hand held power equipment,
or if you do not understand something in
this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be
glad to assist you. You may also contact
Shindaiwa Inc. at the address printed on
the back of this Manual.
Safety Instructions
Work Safely
Shindaiwa trimmers operate at very high
speeds and can do serious damage or
injury if they are misused or abused.
Never allow a person without training or
instruction to operate this unit!
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Do not
use attachments not approved by
Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
WARNING!
Never operate power equipment of any
kind if you are tired or if you are under
the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medication or any other substance that
could affect your ability or judgement.
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER smoke or light fires near
the engine.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it
to cool before refueling. Avoid overfill-
ing and wipe off any fuel that may have
spilled.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During each
refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank.
If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the
unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using the unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place well
away from a fuel storage area or other
readily flammable materials before
starting the engine.
NEVER place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER operate the engine without
the spark arrester screen in place.