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X7502802002
04/12
SHINDAIWA OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL
C242 BRUSHCUTTER
WARNING!
Always wear eye protection when operating
this machine. To minimize the risk of injury, read this
manual and familiarize yourself with its contents.

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  • Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL C242 BRUSHCUTTER WARNING! Always wear eye protection when operating this machine. To minimize the risk of injury, read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents. X7502802002 04/12...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    If you have questions regarding your unit, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.

  • Page 3: Safety

    ANSI B175.3. IMPORTANT! Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Imme- diately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
  • Page 4 Safety (continued) The Properly Equipped Operator Wear hearing protection devices and a Always wear eye protection such as broad-brimmed hat or helmet. A helmet goggles or safety glasses to shield is required when using a blade-equipped against thrown objects. brushcutter to clear small trees. Always wear a harness when operating the unit .

  • Page 5: Product Description

    Gearcase Cutting attachment Hip Pad shield Trimmer Head Specifications Model C242 Engine type 2-cycle catalyst Dry weight (less attachment) 5.7 kg / 12.6 lb Bore x stroke 33 x 28 mm / 1.3 x 1.1 in. Displacement 23.9 cc / 1.5 cu. in.

  • Page 6: Emission Control

    Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative) EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Fam- ily on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission control system is EM and TWC (3-way catalyst).

  • Page 7: Throttle Linkage And Ignition Leads

    Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads 1. Loosen the air cleaner cover knob and remove the air cleaner cover. 2. Thread throttle cable adjuster (A) into throttle cable bracket (B), and install wire end into large carburetor swivel hole (C). Check throttle for freedom of move- ment and that wide open throttle/low idle extremes are adjusted properly.

  • Page 8: Installing A Trimmer Head

    Assembly (continued) Installing a Trimmer Head Shaft Bolt NOTE: Holder B This unit is shipped with Holder A, Holder B, and shaft bolt installed. The Gear Shaft shaft bolt is a LEFT-HAND thread. Remove it by turning CLOCKWISE! Holder A 1.

  • Page 9: Mixing Fuel

    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 fail- ure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD certified oil will void the engine warranty.

  • Page 10: Filling The Fuel Tank

    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. •...

  • Page 11: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF or STOP. NOTE: The blade cover is used for transportation and storage. Remove blade cover before using the unit. WARNING! Never start the engine from the operating position.

  • Page 12: Stopping The Engine

    If a properly installed attachment vibrates, replace the attach- Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and ment with new one and re-check. accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer. Do not make modifications to this unit ALWAYS stop the engine immediately...

  • Page 13: Operation

    3. Adjust the length of the shoulder strap so that you can hold and oper- ate the machine comfortably. Cutting grass with a trimmer head Your Shindaiwa unit may be equipped Trimmer head styles: WARNING! with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer Semi-automatic.

  • Page 14: Using A Blade

    Engine Operating Speeds Cut from left to right Operate at full throttle while cutting grass. Return CAUTION! Operation at low rpm can lead to premature clutch failure. NOTE: Additional hardware may be required to mount the Fixed Line or the Flail type trimmer heads.

  • Page 15: Maintenance

    AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM. NOTE: Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty. WARNING! WARNING! Before performing any main-...

  • Page 16: Spark Plug

    ■ are tight. DO NOT use 2-tooth or NON-Shin- unit can be hazardous and may daiwa approved 4-tooth cutting cause serious injury. blades on Shindaiwa trimmers or brushcutters. Daily maintenance Prior to each work day, perform the following: Cooling ■...
  • Page 17 Maintenance (continued) 10/15 hour maintenance Remove and clean or replace the spark plug. ■ Clean the spark plug. Adjust electrode gap according to the values listed in the ”Specifications” section. If the 0.6 mm (0.024inch) spark plug must be replaced, use only the type recommended in ”Specifica- tions”...
  • Page 18 If damage, splitting or deteriora- tion is noted, the unit should be removed from service until it can be inspected or repaired by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician. CAUTION! Make sure you do not pierce the fuel line with the end of the hooked wire.

  • Page 19: Carburetor Adjustment

    This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, 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 authorized Shindaiwa service dealer.

  • Page 20: Adjusting Engine Idle

    1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine 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. Adjusting Engine Idle Idle Speed Adjustment The engine must return to idle speed 1.

  • Page 21: Long Term Storage

    Damage resulting from stale or con- stops running. ■ Store the unit in a clean, dust-free taminated fuel is not covered by the 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine area. Shindaiwa warranty policy. will no longer start.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide

    ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classifi ed oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. ENGINE DOES NOT START What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Faulty recoil starter. Does the engine crank? Fluid in the crankcase. Internal damage. Tighten and re-test.
  • Page 23 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classifi ed oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Piston seizure. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Faulty carburetor and/or diaphragm. Overheating condition. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa Engine is knocking.
  • Page 24 Adjust idle. Check Specifi cations page for correct Idle set too high. Engine will not idle idle speed. down. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing Engine has an air leak. dealer. Adjust idle. Check Specifi cations page for correct idle Engine idle too high.
  • Page 25 The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as pre- scribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product diffi culty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your Shindaiwa unit to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
  • Page 26 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the Shindaiwa oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.

  • Page 27: Warranty Statement

    Authorized Dealer within 100 miles, ECHO Inc. will pay to ship the unit to the nearest authorized dealer. If you have questions regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact ECHO Inc. at 1-800-673-1558, web site WWW.ECHO-USA.COM or contact Shindaiwa at 1-877-986- 7783, web site WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM.
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  • Page 32: Servicing Information

    Genuine Shindaiwa Parts and Assemblies for your Shindaiwa products are available only from an Authorized Shindaiwa Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine. For future reference, write them in the space provided below.

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