Shindaiwa LE242 - Manual (Page 2)


The Shindaiwa 4 Series hand held power
equipment 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 technol-
ogy, 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!
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior notice,
and without obligation to make alterations
to units previously manufactured.
WARNING!
Never operate
power equipment of any
kind if you are tired or if you are under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, medica-
tion or any other substance that could
affect your ability or judgement.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT�
IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR�
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF�
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR�
MEDICATION.�
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Throughout this manual are special
“Attention Statements”.
IMPORTANT!
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
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. You may also contact
Shindaiwa, Inc. at the address printed on
the back of this Manual.
Introduction
PAGE
Attention Statements ...................................
Safety Instructions .......................................
Safety Labels .................................................4
Product Description .....................................5
Specifications ................................................5
Assembly and Adjustments .........................6
Mixing Fuel ..................................................7
Starting the Engine ......................................8
Stopping the Engine ....................................9
Adjusting Engine Idle ..................................9
Checking Unit Condition.............................9
Using a Hand Held Edger .........................10
Adjusting the Cutting Depth .....................10
General Maintenance ................................11
Replacing the Edger Blade........................14
Long Term Storage ....................................14
Troubleshooting Guide .............................15
Emission System Warranty .......................17
Contents
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this owner’s/
operator’s manual describes units avail-
able at the time of publication.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information that
should be acted upon to prevent me-
chanical damage.
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and
the word “WARNING” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon to
prevent serious bodily injury.
Work Safely
Shindaiwa Edgers operate at very
high speeds and can do serious damage
or injury if they are misused or abused.
Never allow a person without training or instruc-
tion to operate this unit!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
Safety Instructions
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER smoke or light fires near
the engine.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it
to cool before refueling. Avoid overfill-
ing and wipe off any fuel that may have
spilled.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During each
refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank.
If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the
unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using the unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place well
away from a fuel storage area or other
readily flammable materials before
starting the engine.
NEVER place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER operate the engine without
the spark arrester screen in place.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Do not use at-
tachments not approved by Shindaiwa
for use on this unit.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word ”NOTE”
contains information that is
handy to know and may make your
job easier.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special significance.
Attention Statements
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause can-
cer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
50 FEET
(15m)
Read and follow this operators
manual. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing protection
at all times during the operation
of this unit.
Keep bystanders at least 50 feet
(15 m) away during operation.
Beware of thrown or ricocheted
objects.
Keep feet away from blade.
Rotating blade may cause
injury. Blade may continue
to rotate after unit is shut off.