Fuel - Shindaiwa T242X Owner's/Operator's Manual

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Fuel

WARNING!
Alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting
ECHO Inc. requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa gasoline engines. Use of
alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and
unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. Alternative
fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines, gaskets, carburetors and other engine
components.
Fuel Requirements
Gasoline - Use 89 Octane [R+M/2] (mid grade or higher) gasoline known to be good quality. Gasoline may
contain up to 10% Ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl tertiary-butyl ether). Gasoline containing
methanol (wood alcohol) is NOT approved.
2 Stroke Mixture Oil - A 2-stroke engine oil meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/
FD standards must be used. Shindaiwa One
standard and is specifically formulated for use in all Shindaiwa 2-stroke engines. Engine problems due
to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD
certified oil will void the engine warranty.
For increased engine protection, Shindaiwa recommends using Shindaiwa Red Armor
protect the engine from harmful carbon build up, maintain engine performance, and increase engine life.
Shindaiwa Red Armor
Shindaiwa One 2-Stroke oil or Red Armor
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Shindaiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
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.
• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly to allow pressure to equalize.
• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING!
• DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.
• DO NOT overfill fuel tank. Wipe up spills immediately.
• Securely tighten fuel tank cap and close fuel container after refueling.
• Inspect for fuel leakage. If fuel leakage is found, do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired.
• Move at least 3m (10 ft.) from refueling location before starting the engine.
Mixing Instructions
1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required
amount of gasoline.
2. Add the proper amount of 2-stroke engine oil to gasoline.
3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.
4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.
Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states
may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage.
engine oil exceeds ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. M345/FD performance requirements.
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IMPORTANT!
T242X Trimmer
2-Stroke Oil is strongly recommended as it meets this
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IMPORTANT!
engine oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all
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engine oil to
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Fuel to Oil Mix - 50:1 Ratio
U.S. METRIC
GAS OIL GAS
Gallons Fl. oz. Liter
1 2.6 4
2 5.2 8
5 13 20
OIL
cc.
80
160
400