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X7502802505
02/13
SHINDAIWA OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL
T242X TRIMMER
WARNING!
Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and
others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with
the contents. Always wear eye and hearing protection
when operating this unit.

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  • Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL T242X TRIMMER WARNING! Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit. X7502802505 02/13...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions

    Shindaiwa for use on this unit. or mishandled. To reduce the risk drugs, medication or any other of injury, you must maintain control...

  • Page 4: Safety Labels

    Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. Figure 1 The Properly Equipped Operator Wear hearing protection devices and a broad-brimmed hat or helmet.

  • Page 5: Product Description

    Be Aware of the Working Environment Reduce the risk of bystanders being Make sure struck by flying debris. Make sure no bystanders one is within 15 meters (50 feet)— or observers that’s about 16 paces of an operating outside the attachment.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Model T242X Engine Type Air cooled, two stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Dry Weight (less attachment) 5.3 kg/11.7 lb. Dimensions (L x H x W) mm 1740 x 355 x 320 mm / 68.5 x 13.2 x 12.6 in.

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Prior to Assembly ■ ■ Engine and shaft assembly Barrier Bar Before assembling, make sure you ■ ■ Cutting attachment shield Owner’s/operator’s manual have all the components required for ■ ■ Cutting attachment a complete unit and inspect unit and Assembly Tool (s) ■...
  • Page 8 Assembly (continued) Cutting Attachment Shield 1. Insert the cutting attachment shield between the outer tube and the cutting attachment mounting plate. Outer Tube Socket-Head Bracket NOTE: Cap Screws It may be necessary to loosen the Spacer retaining nut and clamp screw to adjust Cutting Attachment cutting attachment shield mounting Shield w/subshield...
  • Page 9 Installing Brushcutter Blade WARNING! Do not attach any blade to a unit without proper installation of all required parts. Failure to use the proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously injure the operator and/or bystanders. 1. Align the notch in blade Holder (A) with the notch in the gear case flange.

  • Page 10: 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 11: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Mixing Instructions After use 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can required amount of gasoline. occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel stor- 2.

  • Page 12: 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. 1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” position. See Figure 14. 2.

  • Page 13: Stopping The Engine

    FLYING DEBRIS! replace the attachment with new one holders. and re-check. Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer. Do not make modifications to this unit without written approval from Shindaiwa. Shoulder Strap...

  • Page 14: Operation

    Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements. Cutting Grass—Units equipped with a trimmer head Your Shindaiwa unit may be equipped with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer CAUTION!

  • Page 15: Using A Blade

    10 o’clock positions (as viewed blade against the wood. from above). DO NOT cut between the 10 o’clock and 5 o’clock positions. Five O'clock WARNING! DO NOT use 2-tooth or non-Shin- daiwa approved 4-tooth cutting blades with Shindaiwa trimmers and brushcutters.

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM. NOTE: Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty. WARNING! Before performing any maintenance, repair, or cleaning work on the unit, make sure the engine and cutting attachment are completely stopped.
  • Page 17 Maintenance (continued) 10-Hour maintenance (more frequently in dusty conditions) 1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering the Unscrew carburetor throat when the air filter Fasteners is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. Air Filter Element 2.
  • Page 18 Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel filter from inside the fuel tank. Inspect the fuel filter element. If it shows signs of contamination, replace with a genuine Shindaiwa replacement fuel filter element. Before reinstalling the new filter element, inspect the condition of all the...
  • Page 19 Gasket any carbon buildup. 7. Gently tap the muffler on a wood surface to dislodge any loose carbon. IMPORTANT! 8. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly. If you note excessive carbon buildup, consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

  • Page 20: 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. IMPORTANT! If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result.

  • Page 21: Long Term Storage

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

  • 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: Warranty Statement

    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 difficulty 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 NOTES...

  • Page 28: 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, Type 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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