Stopping The Engine; Checking Unit Condition - Shindaiwa T242X Owner's/Operator's Manual

Starting the Engine (continued)
When the Engine Starts...
n After the engine starts, allow the engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3 minutes before operating the unit.
n Advancing the throttle makes the cutting attachment move faster; releasing the throttle permits the attachment to stop
moving. If the cutting attachment continues to move when the engine returns to idle, carburetor idle speed should be
adjusted.
Starting A Flooded Engine
1. Slide the ignition switch to the "I" (ON) position.
2. Open the choke, put the throttle lever in the full throttle position, then clear
excess fuel from the combustion chamber by cranking the engine several
times.
3. If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart
at the end of this manual.

Stopping the Engine

Idle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition
switch to the "O" (Engine OFF) position.

Checking Unit Condition

NEVER operate the unit with the
cutting attachment shield or other
protective devices removed!
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield or other
protective device is no guarantee
of protection against ricochet. YOU
MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST
FLYING DEBRIS!
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
Adjust the shoulder strap so the shoulder
pad rests comfortably on the off-side
shoulder and the cutting path of the
cutting attachment is parallel to the
ground. Make sure all hooks and
adjustment devices are secure.
NOTE:
Although a shoulder strap accessory
is not required for use with a grass
trimmer, a shoulder strap can increase
operator comfort during extended
periods of operation. See Figure 21.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting
attachment is properly installed and
firmly tightened before operation.
NEVER use a cracked or warped
cutting attachment: replace it with a
serviceable one.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting
attachment fits properly into the
appropriate attachment holder. If a
properly installed attachment vibrates,
replace the attachment with new one
and re-check.
Figure 21
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Figure 19
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken or
damaged equipment.
NEVER allow the engine to run at high
RPM without a load. Doing so could
damage the engine.
NEVER operate a unit with worn
or damaged fasteners or attachment
holders.
Operating With A Blade
WARNING!
Always wear a shoulder strap
when operating this unit with a
blade.
NOTE:
Using a shoulder strap when operating
this unit with a blade allows you to
maintain proper control of the unit
and reduces fatigue during extended
operation.
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