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

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Operation

WARNING!
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can
cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position
unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.
WARNING!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with
a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal cutters can also create
sparks if the cutter strikes rocks, metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or
regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.
WARNING!
A standard grass trimmer with a loop handle should NEVER be operated with blade-type
attachments. For blade use the trimmer must be fitted with a bicycle-type handlebar or a barrier bar
that is located in front of the operator to reduce the risk of the operator from coming in contact with
the cutting attachment (per ANSI B175.3). When using a blade, the unit must also be equipped with a
harness or strap.
DANGER!
Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains
poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.
Checking Unit Condition
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield or other protective device is no guarantee of protection against
ricochet. YOU MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!
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.
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.
Blades
Keep blades sharp and check blade condition frequently. If a blade's performance changes suddenly, stop
the engine and check the blade for cracks or other damage. Replace a damaged blade IMMEDIATELY!
WARNING!
Blades are not interchangeable between Shindaiwa edgers and trimmer/brushcutter models.
Operating any unit with a blade or attachment not approved for that unit can be hazardous and may
cause serious injury.
T242X Trimmer