Table Of Contents; Introduction; Attention Statements; Operational And Warning Labels - Shindaiwa LE242 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Introduction

The Shindaiwa 242 series 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 technology, 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!
ECHO, Inc. reserves the right to
make changes to products without
prior notice, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
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
Shindaiwa hand held power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact your local Shindaiwa
dealer for assistance. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.

Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special
"attention statements".
DANGER!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word "DANGER" contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon
to prevent serious injury or death.

Operational and Warning Labels

Read and follow this
operators manual.
Failure to do so could
result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing
protection at all time
during the operation
of this unit.
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Contents
Introduction ......................................... 2
Attention Statements .......................... 2
Operational and Warning Labels ........ 2
Safety ................................................. 3
Safety (continued) .............................. 4
Product Description ............................ 5
Specifications ..................................... 5
Emission Control ................................ 6
Assembly ............................................ 6
Mixing Fuel ......................................... 8
Fuel Requirements ............................ 8
Filling the Fuel Tank ............................ 9
Starting the Engine ........................... 10
Stopping the Engine ......................... 11
Checking Unit Condition ................... 11
Operation .......................................... 11
Operation .......................................... 12
Maintenance ..................................... 13
IMPORTANT!
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.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
"IMPORTANT" is one that possesses
special significance.
Keep bystanders
at least 50 feet (15 m)
away during operation.
Beware of thrown or
ricocheted objects.
Carburetor Adjustment...................... 17
Long Term Storage ........................... 18
Warranty Statements ........................ 22
Product Registration ......................... 25
Servicing Information ........................ 28
Consumer Product Support .............. 28
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these
instructions describes units available at
the time of publication.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information
that should be acted upon to
prevent mechanical damage.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word
"NOTE" contains information that is
handy to know and may make your job
easier.
Keep feet away from
blade. Rotating blade
may cause injury.
Blade may continue to
rotate after the unit is
shut off.
WARNING: Surface can be
hot. Always wear gloves
when handling this unit.