Shindaiwa AH242 User Manual

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SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL

AH242 ARTICULATED HEDGE TRIMMER

X7502801003 01/13

WARNING!

Always wear eye and ear protection when operating this machine. To minimize the risk of injury, read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents.

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Introduction

The Shindaiwa AH242 Articulated Hedge Trimmer is designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to quality, comfort, safety or durability.

The information contained in these instructions describes units available at the time of publication.

Shindaiwa's engines represent the leading edge of high-performance, engine technology, 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

Echo, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to products without prior notice, and without obligation to make alterations to units previously manufactured.

by itself!

Contents

Safety .............................................3

Product Description .........................6

Specications ..................................6

Emission Control .............................7

Assembly .........................................7

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Mixing fuel .....................................10

Filling the fuel tank.........................11

Starting the Engine ....................... 11

Stopping the Engine ......................13

Checking Unit Condition ................13

The procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your 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 power tool, or if you do not understand something in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.

IMPORTANT!

WARNING!

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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Operation .......................................14

Maintenance ..................................15

Long Term Storage ........................20

Troubleshooting Guide ..................21

Warranty Statement .......................24

IMPORTANT!

Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special “attention statements”.

DANGER!

A statement preceded by the triangular attention symbol and the word “DANGER” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent serious injury or death.

the triangular attention symbol and the word “WARNING” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent serious bodily injury.

WARNING!

A statement preceded by

IMPORTANT!

A statement preceded by the word “IMPORTANT” is one that possesses

special signicance.

Safety and Operational Labels

An articulated hedge trimmer has the potential to cause serious personal injury to the operator or bystanders if misused, abused or mishandled. You must observe all special safety iinstructions to reduce the risk of personal injury.

Read and follow this manual, make sure anyone using the trimmer does likewise. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or machine failure. Keep this manual for future reference.

Wear non-slip heavyduty gloves.

Safety tip shoes or boots with non-slip sole should be worn.

CAUTION!

A statement preceded by the word “CAUTION” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent mechanical damage.

NOTE:

A statement preceded by the word “NOTE” contains information that is handy to know and may make your job easier.

Keep bystanders at least 50 feet (15 meters) away from the operating trimmer to reduce the risk of being cut by the cutting blades or struck by falling objects or thrown debris.

The blades / cutting attachments are SHARP! Handle with care.

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Safety

Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of head injuries during operation of this machine. In addition, always wear eye and hearing protection. Shindaiwa recommends wearing a face shield as additional face and eye protection.

33 ft 10 M

This product conducts electricity. Keep the product and/or operator a minimum distance of 33 feet (10 meters) away from electrical sources and power lines.

Be aware iof the danger of falling debris.

WARNING ! Surface can be hot. Always wear gloves when handling this unit.

DANGER!

THE ARTICULATED

HEDGE TRIMMER IS NOT INSU

LATED AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK!

Approaching or contacting electrical lines with the trimmer could cause death or serious injury. Keep the trimmer at least 10 meters away from electrical lines or branches that contact electrical lines.

An articulated hedge trimmer has the potential to cause serious personal injury to the operator or bystanders if misused, abused or mishandled. To reduce the risk of injury, you must maintain control at all times, and observe all safety precautions during operation. Never permit a person without training or instruction to operate this trimmer!

WARNING!

Do not make unauthorized

modications or alterations to your

articulated hedge trimmer or its components.

WARNING!

Never operate this tool or any other power equipment if you are

tired, ill, or under the inuence of

alcohol, drugs, or any substance that could affect your ability or judgement.

WARNING!

The ignition components of this machine generate an electromagnetic eld during operation which may interfere

with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.

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Operating Precautions

WARNING!

■ Never transport the articulated

hedge trimmer or leave it unattended with the engine running. An engine that’s running could be accidently accelerated causing the blades to oscillate.

■ Make sure that the blade cover is in

place when transporting or storing the articulated hedge trimmer.

■ Always make sure that the cut-

ter attachment and all handles and guards are properly installed and

rmly tightened before operation.

■ Inspect for broken, missing or

improperly installed parts or attachments.

■ Never use a cracked or warped cut-

ter or cutter bar: replace it with a serviceable one and make sure it

ts properly.

■ Make sure there are no missing or

loose fasteners, and that the stop switch and throttle controls are work ing properly.

■ Never adjust blades when the

engine is operating.

■ Make sure there is always good

ventilation when operating the articulated hedge trimmer. Fumes from engine exhaust can cause serious injury or death. Never run the engine indoors!

■ Never smoke or light res near the

hedge trimmer. Keep the unit away from excessive heat. Engine fuel is

very ammable and re could lead

to serious personal injury or property damage.

■ Make sure the cutters are cor-

rectly adjusted before operating the articulated hedge trimmer (see the section ”Cutter Blade Adjustment” for cutter adjustment procedures). Never attempt cutter adjustment with the engine running!

■ Immediately stop the engine with

the stop switch if the machine suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.

■ Always stop the engine imme-

diately and check for damage if you strike a foreign object or if the machine becomes tangled. Do not operate with broken or damaged equipment.

■ When cutting a branch that is

under tension, be alert for springback so that you will not be struck by the moving branch.

■ If a cutter should bind fast in a cut,

shut off the engine immediately. Push the branch or tree to ease the bind and free the cutter.

■ Always stop the engine and allow

it to cool before refueling. Avoid

overlling and wipe off any fuel

that may have spilled.

■ To reduce re hazard, keep the

engine and mufer free of debris,

leaves, or excessive grease

■ Keep a Solid Stance. Maintain

footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not over reach.

WARNING!

Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching

blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands

CAUTION!

■ Always maintain the articu-

lated hedge trimmer according to this owner’s manual and follow the recommended scheduled maintenance.

■ Never modify or disable any of the

hedge trimmer’s safety devices. Doing so may cause damage and lead to personal injury

■ Always use genuine Shindaiwa

parts and accessories when repairing or maintaining this machine.

■ Do not make unauthorized modi-

cations to the articulated hedge

trimmer or its components.

■ Keep the cutters sharp and prop-

erly adjusted.

■ Never allow the engine to run at

high speed without a load. Doing so could damage the engine.

■ When transporting the hedge

trimmer in a vehicle, tie it down securely to prevent fuel spillage or damage to the machine.

■ Always stop the engine and allow

it to cool before refueling. Avoid

overlling and wipe off any fuel

that may have spilled.

■ Never place ammable material

close to the engine mufer and

never run the engine without the spark arrestor screen in place.

■ Always clear your work area of

trash or hidden debris to help ensure good footing.

■ Keep the articulated hedge trim-

mer as clean as possible. Keep it free of loose vegetation, mud, etc.

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Safety (continued)

Safety Equipment and Labels

Ignition (STOP)

switch

Throttle

interlock

Hand guard

Cutter blade cover

IMPORTANT!

Caution, Danger, Warning, and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all informa

tion labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.

Operator Safety

Always wear a hard hat

to reduce the risk of head

injuries during operation of

this machine.

ALWAYS protect

yourself from hazards

such as thorny brush

and ying debris by

wearing gloves and

close tting clothing

that covers arms and

legs. Never wear

shorts. Don't wear loose

clothing or items such

as jewelry that could

get caught in machinery

or underbrush. Secure long hair so it is above

shoulder level.

This machine is designed

for trimming hedges. Do not use this machine for

other purposes.

Always operate with both hands

rmly gripping the machine.

Keep a proper footing

and do not overreach—

maintain your balance

at all times during

operation.

ALWAYS be aware of

your surroundings and

alert to any danger that

you may not hear due to

machine noise.

Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip

soles to provide good footing.

Steel-toed safety boots are

recommended. Never operate

machine bare-footed.

ALWAYS clear your work area

of trash or hidden debris that

could be thrown back at you or

toward a bystander.

Always wear eye and hearing protection.

Shindaiwa recommends wearing a

face shield as additional face and eye

protection.

NEVER allow children to

use the unit. Avoid operating

near bystanders or when

children are nearby.

Keep bystanders at least 15 meters away from the

operating trimmer to reduce

the risk of being struck by

falling objects or thrown

debris.

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Product Description

Spark Plug

Stop

Switch

Fuel Tank

Throttle Trigger

Using the illustration as a guide, familiarize yourself with the unit and its various com ponents. Understanding your machine helps ensure top per formance, longer service life, and safer operation.

Guard

Powerhead Assembly

Air Filter

Assembly

Fuel

Tank

Fuel

Tank

Guard

Cutter

Assembly

Adjustment

Lever

Handle

Latch Lock

Hedge Trimmer Cutter

Assembly

Outer

Tube

Handle

guard

Latch Release

Cutter Blade Cover

WARNING!

Do not alter this machine

or any of its components!

Hedge Trimmer Cutter Assembly

Gearcase

Cutter Bar and

Cutter Blades

Specications

Model AH242

Engine type 2-stroke, single cylinder, air cooled, gasoline engine

Dimensions (L x W x H) 2387 mm (94 in) x 248 mm (9.76 in) x 245 mm (9.65 in)

Weight 6.18 Kg (13.6 lb)

Bore x stroke 33 x 28 mm/1.3 x 1.1 in.

Displacement 23.9 cm

Fuel/oil ratio 50:1 with *ISO-L-EGD or JASO FD class engine oil

Carburetor type Diaphragm-type

Fuel tank capacity .69 L / 23.3 . oz.

Ignition Electronic

Spark plug NGK BPM8Y

Electrode Gap 0.6 mm/ .024 in.

Torque 150-170 kgf cm / 130 - 150 in • lbf

Air cleaner type Double layer felt

Starting method Recoil

Stopping method Slide switch

Transmission type Centrifugal clutch

Blade Length 568 mm/22.4 in.

Gear Lubricant Lithium Based Grease

Idle Speed 3,000 RPM

Clutch Engagement Speed 4,000 RPM

Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.) 11,800 RPM

/1.46 cu. in.

Specications are subject to change without notice.

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Emission Control (Exhaust & EvaporativE)

EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III

The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modication)

and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission control system is EM and TWC (3-way catalyst). The fuel tank/fuel line emission control system is EVAP (evaporative emissions). Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks.

An Emission Control Label is located on the engine. (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY, information on label varies by engine FAMILY).

PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD)

The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

Assembly

Prior To Assembly

Before assembling, make sure you have all the components required for a complete unit:

■ Hedge Trimmer Assembly

■ Operator's Manual

■ Cutter blade cover

■ Assembly Tool (s)

■ Safety Glasses

■ Emission Control Warranty

Statement

Carefully inspect all components for damage.

The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”; “right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” and “rear” refer to directions as viewed by the operator during normal operation.

IMPORTANT!

Blade Guard Removal/Install

NOTE:

For normal cutting, Shindaiwa strongly recommends the blade guard be installed. In extreme conditions, such as commer-

cial cutting, or when cutting thick and/or dense branches, efciency may be increased by trimming without the blade guard.

WARNING!

Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands.

Blade Guard Removal

1. Move stop switch to stop position.

2. Disconnect spark plug wire.

WARNING!

Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use a socket and extension when removing locknuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades.

3. Remove four (4) blade guard locknuts (A).

4. Remove blade guard.

5. Install (4) locknuts.

NOTE:

Use new locknuts every other time blade guard is installed or removed.

6. Adjust blades. See “Cutter blade adjustment” section.

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Assembly (continued)

Install Blade Guard

1. Move stop switch to stop position.

2. Disconnect spark plug wire.

WARNING!

Hedge clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use a socket and extension when removing locknuts in order to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades.

3. Remove (4) locknuts (B).

4. Install blade guard.

5. Secure blade guard with four (4) locknuts.

6. Adjust blades. See “Cutter blade adjustment” section.

IMPORTANT!

If blade guard is damaged or show signs of wear, replace it.

NOTE:

Use new locknuts every other time blade guard is installed or removed.

Adjusting the Hedge Trimmer Cutter Assembly

WARNING!

Never run the engine when adjusting the cutter assembly.

Adjustment Lever

Latch Lock

WARNING!

■ The cutter blades are very

sharp. Do not grasp the blades with your hands. Always use gloves when working near the cutter assembly.

■ Do not allow the blades to con-

tact your body.

■ Do not touch the cutter blades

when the engine is running. The blades can oscillate even if the engine is idling.

1. Position the hedge trimmer on a at, level surface.

2. With your right hand, grasp the outer tube near the handle. With your left hand, grip the adjustment lever on the cutter assembly.

Grasp the outer tube near the handle

Latch Lock

Latch Release

Press the latch lock

IMPORTANT!

The latch lock provides an interlock to help prevent inadvertent depression of the latch release.

3. With the index nger of your left hand, press the latch lock. With your left thumb, press the latch release.

4. While holding the latch release down, pivot the cutter assembly away from you using the adjustment lever until it is at the desired cutting angle.

Pivot the cutter assembly using the adjustment lever...

Adjustment Lever

Make sure the latch lock and the latch release return securely to the locked position

5. Release the latch lock and the latch release. Make sure the latch lock and the latch release return securely to the locked position.

6. Remove the cover from the cutter blade. The engine now may be started (refer to the section ”Starting the Engine”.)

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Assembly (continued)

Cutter Assembly Positions

The cutter assembly can be adjusted to eleven different positions ranging from 120° to 270° from the outer tube as shown. Always make sure the latch lock is securely locked after each adjustment.

Adjusting for Storage or Transportation

1. With the engine off, install the blade cover onto the blade.

2. Using the procedures described on the previous page, rotate the cutter assembly so it is parallel to the tube. Make sure the latch lock and the latch release return securely to a locking position.

3. Make sure the blade cover is in place on the cutters before storing or transporting.

Throttle trigger free play

The throttle trigger free play should be approximately 4 - 6 mm. Make sure that the throttle trigger operates smoothly with out binding. If it becomes necessary to adjust the trigger free play, follow the pro cedures and illustrations that follow.

1. Loosen the air cleaner cover knob(s) and remove the air cleaner cover.

2. Loosen the lock nut on the cable adjuster. Turn the cable adjuster in or out as required to obtain proper free play 4 - 6 mm.

270°

120°

Cutter Assembly Positions

Throttle trigger free play

3. Tighten the locknut.

4. Reinstall the air cleaner cover.

Various blade

positions

4 - 6 mm

possible

Gearcase rotated to the storage/

transportation position

Adjusting for Storage or Transportation

WARNING!

Never run the engine when adjusting the cutter assembly.

Cable

Adjuster

Rotate cable adjuster in or out to obtrain proper free play

Lock

Nut

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Mixing Fuel

WARNING!

Alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa 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 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 certied oil will void the engine warranty.

For increased engine protection, Shindaiwa recommends using Shindaiwa Red ArmorTM engine oil to protect the engine from harmful carbon build up, maintain engine performance, and increase engine life. Shindaiwa Red Armor exceeds ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. M345/FD performance requirements.

Shindaiwa One ratio for application in all Shindaiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specied in those manuals.

Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days, ninety (90) days when a fuel stabilizer is added. Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or stale fuel, may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Long Term Storage section of this manual.

2-Stroke Oil is strongly recommended as it meets this standard and is specically formulated for

IMPORTANT!

2-Stroke oil or Red ArmorTM engine oil may be mixed at 50:1

IMPORTANT!

engine oil

Examples of 50:1 mixing quantities

Handling Fuel

DANGER!

Fuel is VERY ammable. 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 ames or sparks near fuel.

• Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize.

• NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING!

• DO NOT ll fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS ll fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground.

• DO NOT overll 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.

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Mixing Instructions

1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline.

2. Add the proper amount of engine oil to gasoline.

3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.

4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix.

IMPORTANT!

Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shutoff containers to reduce fuel spillage.

Filling the Fuel Tank

WARNING!

Minimize the Risk of Fire

■ NEVER smoke or light res near

the engine.

■ ALWAYS stop the engine and

allow it to cool before refueling.

■ ALWAYS Wipe all spilled fuel and

move at least 3 meters (10 feet) from the fueling point and source before starting.

■ NEVER place ammable material

close to the engine mufer.

■ NEVER operate the engine

without the mufer and spark

arrester screen in place and in good working condition.

■ FUEL IS HIGHLY FLAMMABLE.

■ ALWAYS store gasoline in

a container approved for

ammable liquids.

■ ALWAYS inspect the unit for

fuel leaks before each use.

During each rell, 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

at least 3 meters (10 feet) away from a fuel storage area or other readily ammable materials before starting the engine.

After use

• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.

Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area. As a precaution, store fuel in an approved, airtight container. Store in a well-ventilated, unoccupied build-

ing, away from sparks and ames.

IMPORTANT!

Stored fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use.

1. Place the unit on a at, level surface.

2. Clear any dirt or other debris from

around the fuel ller cap.

CAUTION!

Slowly remove the fuel cap only after stopping the engine.

3. Remove the fuel cap, and ll the tank with clean, fresh fuel.

4. Reinstall the fuel ller cap and

tighten rmly.

5. Wipe away any spilled fuel before starting 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.

NOTE:

The blade cover is used for transportation and storage. Remove blade cover before using the unit.

WARNING!

Never start the engine from the operating position.

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Starting the Engine (continued)

1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” position.

2. Press the primer bulb until fuel can

be seen owing in the transparent

return tube.

IMPORTANT!

The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly

pressing the primer bulb will not ood

the engine with fuel.

3. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED position if engine is cold.

4. While holding the outer tube rmly with left hand. Use your other hand to slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt, then pull quickly to start the engine.

CAUTION! Do not pull the recoil starter to

the end of the rope travel. Pulling the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel can damage the starter.

WARNING!

The cutting blades may move (oscillate) when the engine is started. Keep away from the cutter assembly while starting the engine!

5. When the engine starts, slowly move the choke lever to the “OPEN” position. If the engine stops after the initial start, close the choke and restart.

Slide the ignition switch to the “ON” position

Set the choke lever to CLOSED

Closed

Open

Primer Bulb

Return Tube

Press the primer bulb

Hold

the unit

rmly...

...and pull recoil

starter handle

upward

Make sure the

attachment is clear

of obstructions!

IMPORTANT!

If the engine fails to start after several attempts with the choke in the closed

position, the engine may be ooded with fuel. If ooding is suspected, refer

to the ”Starting a Flooded Engine” section of this manual.

Move choke lever to OPEN position when engine starts

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Starting the engine (continued)

When the Engine Starts...

■ After the engine starts, allow the

engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3 minutes before operating the unit.

■ If the engine does not continue to

run, repeat the appropriate cranking procedures for a cold or warm engine.When the engine starts, clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber by accelerating the engine several times with the throttle trigger.

■ 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 (see “Adjusting Engine Idle”.).

If the engine does not start

■ Repeat the appropriate starting pro-

cedure for a cold or warm engine.

■ If the engine still fails to start,

use the procedures for “Starting a

ooded engine.”

Starting a ooded engine

WARNING!

Burn danger from hot engine!

1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” (ON) position.

2. Open the choke, put the throttle trigger 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 re, refer to the troubleshooting ow chart at the end of this manual.

Stopping the Engine

Idle the engine briey before stopping

(about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) position.

WARNING!

The cutting attachment can continue moving after the engine is stopped!

Checking Unit Condition

NEVER operate the unit with the protective devices removed!

Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa hedge trimmer. Do not make modi-

cations to this unit without written

approval from Shindaiwa.

ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-

ment is properly installed and rmly

tightened before operation.

NEVER use a cracked or warped cutting attachment: replace it with a serviceable one.

OFF

Slide ignition switch to OFF

ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-

ment ts 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 for eign object or if the unit becomes tangled. Do not operate with broken or damaged equipment.

NEVER allow the engine to run at high speeds without a load. Doing so could damage the engine.

NEVER operate a unit with worn or damaged fasteners or attachment holders.

WARNING!

A cutting attachment shield or other protective device is no guarantee of protection against ricochet. YOU MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!

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Operation

WARNING!

Moving parts can amputate ngers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from

all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

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 res. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor

to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks,

metal, or other hard objects. Contact local re authorities for laws or regulations regarding re prevention requirements.

Using the Hedge Trimmer

Preparations

Use lopping shears to cut out thick

branches rst.

Cutting Sequence

If a radial cut is necessary, cut a little at a time in several passes.

Cutting Techniques

Vertical Cut:

Swing the blade up and down in an arc as you move along the hedge. Use both sides of the cutting blade.

Cut without standing directly next

to the hedge, e.g. with a ower bed

between operator and hedge.

Overhead Cut:

Hold the shaft upright with a 90° blade angle to cut an upper surface of a hedge.

Horizontal Cut:

Hold the cutting blade at an angle of 0° to 10° as you swing the hedge trimmer horizontally.

Swing the blade in an arc towards the outside of the hedge so that the cuttings are swept on to the ground.

Cut without standing directly in front

of the hedge, e.g. reach over a ower

bed. Cut close to the ground from a standing

position, e.g., for low shrubs.

Vertical Cut

Horizontal Cut

Overhead Cut

Horizontal Cut at ground level

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General maintenance

IMPORTANT!

MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY ECHO, INC. THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PER FORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM 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. Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing service or maintenance.

Mufer

This unit must never be operated with a faulty or miss-

ing spark arrester or mufer. Make sure the mufer is well secured and in good condition. A worn or damaged mufer is a re hazard and may also cause hearing loss.

Cutter blade adjustment

WARNING!

The cutter blades are very sharp! Always wear gloves when working around the cutter assembly.

Cutting performance of your machine depends a great deal on proper cut

ter blade adjustment. Properly adjusted blades will oscillate freely yet help pre

3. Working from the gearcase end,

lock each bolt in place by rmly

tightening its locknut while preventing the shoulder bolt from turning.

When shoulder bolt adjustment is correct, there should be a gap of 0.25–

0.50 mm between the cutter blades

and the at washers, and the at

washer beneath each bolt head should turn freely.

vent binding of cut material between blades. Adjust blades as follows:

1. Loosen all blade locknuts at least

one full turn.

2. Tighten each blade shoulder bolt

rmly, and then loosen the shoulder

bolts 1/4 to 1/2 turn.

CAUTION!

Operating the trimmer with worn or improperly adjusted cutters will reduce cutter performance and may also damage your machine. Never operate the machine with damaged or worn cutters.

WARNING!

Non-standard accessories, cutting attachment, or replacement parts may not operate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to personal injury.

Spark Plug

Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean.

Fasteners

Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws (except carburetor adjusting screws) are tight.

Locknut

Guide Bar

Cutter

Blades

Adjusting cutter blades

Shoulder Bolt

Washer (should

turn freely)

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Maintenance (continued)

Daily maintenance

Prior to each work day, perform the following:

■ Remove all dirt and debris from the

engine, check the cooling ns and

air cleaner for clogging, and clean as necessary.

■ Carefully remove any accumulations

of dirt or debris from the mufer and

fuel tank. Check cooling air intake area at base of crankcase. Remove all debris. Dirt build-up in these areas

can lead to engine overheating, re,

or premature wear.

■ Lubricate the blades before use and

after refueling. Check the cutters for damage or incorrect adjustment.

10-Hour maintenance

(more frequently in dusty conditions)

1. Remove the air cleaner cover by loosening the cover screw(s) and lifting.

2. Remove the air cleaner element.

■ In dusty applications the lter

should be gently blown out with compressed air daily or 2 to 3 times per week.

IMPORTANT!

Direct the air stream at the inside face

of the lter only!

■ Once each week the lter should

be cleaned with a solvent to loosen

and ush out debris trapped between the lter halves. Allow the lter to dry thoroughly before using

again. When the felt becomes

unraveled the lter should be

replaced. Replace air cleaner element and cover.

WARNING!

Always wear gloves when working around the cutter assembly.

■ Clean any debris or dirt from the

cutting attachment.

■ Check for loose or missing screws

or components. Make sure the cutter attachment is securely fastened.

■ Check the entire unit for leaking

fuel or grease.

■ Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws

(except carburetor idle speed adjusting screws) are tight.

Unscrew

Fasteners

Loosen air cleaner cover screws

Cooling

ns

Cooling ns

Remove all dirt and debris from the

engine and check the cooling ns

Air Filter Element

CAUTION!

Never operate the unit if the air cleaner assembly is damaged or missing!

Cooling

ns

10/15-Hour maintenance

Remove and clean or replace the spark plug.

■ Adjust the spark plug electrode gap to

0.6 mm (0.024 inch). If the spark plug must be replaced, use only an NGK BPM8Y spark plug.

CAUTION!

Before removing the spark plug, clean the area around the plug to prevent dirt and debris from getting into the engine’s internal parts.

Remove and inspect spark plug

0.6 mm

(0.024 inch)

Clean the spark plug

and check the gap at the

electrode.

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Maintenance (continued)

Gearcase lubrication

■ Lubricate the cutter assembly

gearcase by pumping one or two strokes of lithium-base grease into

the grease tting (A) using a lever-

type grease gun.

CAUTION!

Over lubricating can cause the gearcase to operate sluggishly and can cause grease to leak out.

50-hour maintenance

Every 50 hours of operation; more frequnetly in dusty conditions:

■■ ■Remove and clean the cylinder

cover and clean dirt and debris

from the cylinder cooling ns.

Remove and replace the fuel lter

element.

■ Use a hooked wire to extract the

fuel lter from inside the fuel tank. Inspect the fuel lter element. If

it shows signs of contamination, replace with a genuine Shindaiwa

replacement fuel lter element.

Lubricate cutter assembly and gearcase

Hooked wire

Gearcase

grease tting

CAUTION!

Make sure you do not pierce the fuel line with the end of the hooked wire. The line is delicate and can be damaged easily.

■ Before reinstalling the new lter

element, inspect the condition of all the fuel system components (fuel pick-up line, fuel return line, tank vent line, tank vent, fuel cap and fuel tank). If damage, splitting or deterioration is noted, the unit should be removed from service until it can be inspected or repaired by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician.

Fuel lter element

Remove and replace the fuel lter element

NOTE:

Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank. When servic-

ing model year 2012 and later equipment, only fuel supply hoses certied by EPA

can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose. Fines up to $37,500

may be enforced for using an un-certied replacement part.

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Maintenance (continued)

Gearcase lubrication

To perform this operation, rst remove

the gearcase from the outer tube as follows:

1. Loosen the gearcase clamp bolt.

Gearcase lubrication

Gearcase Clamp

CAUTION!

Do not remove the D-shaped shim washer from the gearcase clamp! The shim washer prevents dam

age from overtightening the tube clamp bolt.

2. Remove the index bolt from the gearcase.

3. Slide the gearcase out of the tube. Using a grease gun, pump lithiumbase grease (about 10 grams)

into the grease tting (B) on the

gearcase until you see old grease being purged from the gearcase. Purged grease will be visible in the outer tube cavity.

4. Clean up excess grease, then reassemble the gearcase onto the outer tube. Make sure the index

bolt ts into the hole on the outer

tube. Securely tighten both bolts.

Outer Tube

Remove and replace the fuel lter element

Gearcase

Index Bolt

Lubricate cutter assembly and gearcase

Gearcase

grease tting

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Maintenance (continued)

Mufer and spark arrester maintenance

Engine Cover

Screws

Mufer

Cover Screw

Engine Cover

Mufer

Mufer Cover

Mufer

screws

Screws

Outlet

Mufer and spark arrester maintenance

If the engine becomes sluggish and low on power, check and clean the spark arrester screen.

WARNING!

Never operate the unit

with a damaged or missing muf-

er or spark arrester! Operating

with a missing or damaged spark

arrester is a re hazard and could

also damage your hearing.

Mufer gasket

Spark arrester

1. Remove the spark plug boot.

2. With a 3 mm hex wrench remove

the one mufer cover screw, three

engine cover screws, the engine

cover and mufer cover.

3. With a cross-head screwdriver

remove the ve screws holding the

spark arrester screen and cover to

the mufer.

4. Remove the screen and clean it with a stiff bristle brush.

Gasket

screen

Spark arrester

cover

5. With a 4 mm hex wrench remove

the three mufer bolts and the mufer.

6. Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for any carbon buildup.

7. Gently tap the mufer on a wood surface to dislodge any loose carbon.

8. Reassemble the spark arrester, muf-

er and engine cover in the reverse

order of disassembly.

IMPORTANT!

If you note excessive carbon buildup, consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Carburetor Adjustment

Engine Break-In

New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made. During the break-in period your engine performance will increase and exhaust emissions will stabilize. Idle speed can be adjusted as required.

High Altitude Operation

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.

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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.

NOTE:

Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized Shindaiwa dealer.

Adjusting Engine Idle

The engine must return to idle speed whenever the throttle trigger is released. Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set low enough to permit the engine clutch to disengage the cutting attachment.

WARNING!

The cutting attachment must NEVER move at engine idle! If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the procedure described here, return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection.

Idle Speed Adjustment

1. Place the unit on the ground, then start the engine, and then allow it to idle 2-3 minutes until warm.

2. If the attachment moves when the engine is at idle, reduce the idle speed by turning the idle adjustment screw counter-clockwise.

3. If a tachometer is available, adjust

idle. Check Specications page for

correct idle speed.

NOTE:

Carburetor fuel mixture adjustments are preset at factory and cannot be

serviced in the eld

Idle

adjustment

screw

Adjusting engine idle

Long Term Storage

Whenever the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer, use the following procedures to prepare it for storage:

■ Clean external parts thoroughly and

apply a light coating of oil to all metal surfaces.

■ Drain all the fuel from the carburetor

and the fuel tank.

To do so:

1. Prime the primer bulb until no more fuel is passing through.

2. Start and run the engine until it stops running.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine will no longer start.

CAUTION!

Gasoline stored in the carburetor for extended periods can cause hard starting, and could also lead to increased service and maintenance costs.

IMPORTANT!

All stored fuels should be stabilized with a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL™.

NOTE:

Damage resulting from stale or contaminated fuel is not covered by the Shindaiwa warranty policy.

■ Remove the spark plug and pour

about 1/4 oz. of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Slowly pull the recoil starter 2 or 3 times so oil will evenly coat the interior of the engine. Reinstall the spark plug.

■ Before storing the unit, repair or

replace any worn or damaged parts.

■ Remove the air cleaner element

from the carburetor and clean it thoroughly with soap and water. Let dry and reassemble the element.

■ Store the unit in a clean, dust-free

area.

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Troubleshooting Guide

ENGINE DOES NOT START OR HARD TO START

What To Check

Vaporlock.

Possible Cause

Engine hot/heat soaked.

Low fuel quality.

ENGINE DOES NOT START

Remedy

Let cool completely and restart.

Re ll with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classi ed oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.

What To Check

Does the engine crank?

YES

Good compression?

YES

Does the tank contain fresh fuel of the proper grade?

YES

Is fuel visible and moving in the return line when priming?

YES

Possible Cause Remedy

Faulty recoil starter.

Fluid in the crankcase.

Internal damage.

Loose spark plug.

Excess wear on cylinder, piston, rings.

Fuel incorrect, stale, or contaminated; mixture incorrect.

Check for clogged fuel  lter and/or vent.

Priming pump not functioning properly.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Tighten and re-test.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Replace fuel  lter or vent as required. Re-start.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Is there spark at the spark plug wire terminal?

YES

Check the spark plug.

The ignition switch is in “O” (OFF) position.

Shorted ignition ground.

Faulty ignition unit.

If the plug is wet, excess fuel may be in the cylinder.

The plug is fouled or improperly gapped.

The plug is damaged internally or of the wrong size.

Move switch to “I” (ON) position and re-start.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

See "Starting a Flooded Engine"

Clean and gap the spark plug. Check the Speci cations section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.

Replace the spark plug. Check the Speci cations section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.

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Troubleshooting Guide (continued)

ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS

Poor acceleration.

Clogged air  lter.

Clogged fuel  lter.

Lean fuel/air mixture.

Idle speed set too low.

Ignition switch turned o .

Fuel tank empty.

Water in the fuel.

Clogged fuel  lter.

Shorted spark plug or loose terminal.

Ignition failure.

Piston seizure.

Ground (stop) wire is disconnected, or switch is defective.

Overheating due to incorrect spark plug.

Overheated engine.

Clean the air  lter.

Replace the fuel  lter.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Adjust idle. Check Speci cations page for correct idle speed.

Reset the switch and re-start.

Replace fuel  lter.

Clean or replace spark plug. Check the Speci cations section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Tighten the terminal.

Replace the ignition unit.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Test and replace as required.

Replace the spark plug. Check the Speci cations section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.

Idle engine until cool.

Symptom

Possible Cause

Remedy

Engine stops abruptly.

Engine difﬁ cult to shut off.

Troubleshooting Guide (continued)

Engine idle too high.

Broken clutch spring or worn clutch spring boss.

Loose attachment holder.

Warped or damaged attachment.

Loose gearcase.

Cutting attachment moves at engine idle.

Excessive vibration.

Cutting attachment will not move.

Adjust idle. Check Speci cations page for correct idle speed.

Replace spring/shoes as required, check idle speed.

Inspect and re-tighten holders securely.

Inspect and replace attachment as required.

Tighten gearcase securely.

Bent main shaft/worn or damaged bushings.

Shaft not installed in powerhead or gearcase.

Broken shaft.

Damaged gearcase.

Inspect and replace as necessary.

Inspect and reinstall as required.

Idle set too high.

Adjust idle. Check Speci cations page for correct idle speed.

Engine will not idle down.

Engine has an air leak.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

LOW POWER OUTPUT

What To Check

Operator is overworking the unit.

Possible Cause

Is the engine overheating?

Carburetor mixture is too lean.

Remedy

Use a lower throttle setting.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Engine is rough at all speeds. May also have black smoke and/or unburned fuel at the exhaust.

Engine is knocking.

Improper fuel ratio.

Fan, fan cover, cylinder  ns dirty or damaged.

Carbon deposits on the piston or in the mu er.

Clogged air cleaner element.

Loose or damaged spark plug.

Air leakage or clogged fuel line.

Water in the fuel.

Piston seizure.

Faulty carburetor and/or diaphragm.

Overheating condition.

Improper fuel.

Carbon deposits in the combustion chamber.

Clean, repair or replace as necessary.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Service the air cleaner element.

Tighten or replace the spark plug. Check the Speci cations section for the correct plug and gap for your unit.

Repair or replace fuel  lter and/or fuel line.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

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Troubleshooting Guide (continued)

ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS

Symptom

Poor acceleration.

Engine stops abruptly.

Possible Cause

Clogged air  lter.

Clogged fuel  lter.

Lean fuel/air mixture.

Idle speed set too low.

Ignition switch turned o .

Fuel tank empty.

Water in the fuel.

Clogged fuel  lter.

Shorted spark plug or loose terminal.

Ignition failure.

Piston seizure.

Remedy

Clean the air  lter.

Replace the fuel  lter.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Adjust idle. Check Speci cations page for correct idle speed.

Reset the switch and re-start.

Replace fuel  lter.

Clean or replace spark plug. Check the Speci cations section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Tighten the terminal.

Replace the ignition unit.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Engine difﬁ cult to shut off.

Engine will not idle down.

Cutting attachment moves at engine idle.

Excessive vibration.

Ground (stop) wire is disconnected, or switch is defective.

Overheating due to incorrect spark plug.

Overheated engine.

Idle set too high.

Engine has an air leak.

Engine idle too high.

Broken clutch spring or worn clutch spring boss.

Loose attachment holder.

Warped or damaged attachment.

Loose gearcase.

Bent main shaft/worn or damaged bushings.

Shaft not installed in powerhead or gearcase.

Test and replace as required.

Replace the spark plug. Check the Speci cations section for the correct plug and gap for your unit. Restart.

Idle engine until cool.

Adjust idle. Check Speci cations page for correct idle speed. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

Adjust idle. Check Speci cations page for correct idle speed.

Replace spring/shoes as required, check idle speed.

Inspect and re-tighten holders securely.

Inspect and replace attachment as required.

Tighten gearcase securely.

Inspect and replace as necessary.

Inspect and reinstall as required.

Cutting attachment will not move.

Broken shaft.

Damaged gearcase.

Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

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SHINDAIWA LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR

PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2013

ECHO, INC’S RESPONSIBILITY

ECHO Incorporated’s (ECHO, INC.) Limited Warranty, provides to the original purchaser that this Shindaiwa product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from date of purchase, ECHO, INC. agrees to repair or replace at it’s discretion, any defective product free of charge at any authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer within listed below application time periods, limitations and exclusions. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS ONLY APPLICABLE TO SHINDAIWA PROD-

UCTS SOLD BY AUTHORIZED SHINDAIWA DEALERS. IT IS EXTENDED TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER ONLY, AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS EXCEPT FOR EMISSION RELATED PARTS. Repair parts and accesso-

ries replaced under this warranty are warranted only for the balance of the original unit or accessory warranty period. Any damage caused by improper installation or improper maintenance is not covered by this warranty. All parts or products replaced under warranty become the property of ECHO, INC. This warranty is separate from the Emission control warranty statement supplied with your new product. Please consult the Emission Control Warranty Statement for details regarding emission related parts. For a list of Authorized Shindaiwa Dealers refer to WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM or call 1-877-986-7783.

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your Shindaiwa equipment on-line at WWW.SHINDAIWA. COM or by lling out the warranty registration card supplied with your unit. Registering your product conrms your warranty cover-

age and provides a direct link if we nd it necessary to contact you.

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 difculty 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. For your nearest authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer, call Shindaiwa’s Dealer Referral Center, at 1-877-986-7783 or you can locate a Shindaiwa servicing dealer at WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM. Should you require assistance or have questions concerning Shindaiwa’s Warranty Statement, you can contact our Consumer Product Support Department at 1-800-673-1558 or contact us through the web at WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM.

PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIOD

RESIDENTIAL APPLICATION

• 5 YEAR WARRANTY - Units for residential, or non-income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for

ve (5) years from date of purchase.

EXCEPTIONS:

• For engine powered products, the electronic ignition module, exible drive cable, and solid drive shaft are warranted for

the life* of the product on parts only.

• Cutting attachments such as, but not limited to, bars, chains, sprockets, tines, blades, PowerBroom

, belts, and nylon trimmer heads for residential or non-income producing use will be covered for failures due to defects in material or workmanship for a period of 60 days from original product purchase date. Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty.

• Multipurpose Tool Attachments carry the same warranty duration as the units they are designed to t.

COMMERCIAL APPLICATION

• 90 DAY WARRANTY - All Chain Saws and Cut-Off Saws for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, or income produc- ing use will be covered by this limited warranty for 90 Days from the date of purchase.

• 2 YEAR WARRANTY - Units for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, or income producing use will be covered by this limited warranty for two (2) years from the date of purchase.

EXCEPTIONS:

• For engine powered products, the electronic ignition module, exible drive cables, and solid drive shafts are warranted

for the life* of the product on parts only.

• Cutting attachments such as, but not limited to, bars, chains, sprockets, tines, blades, PowerBroom

, belts, and nylon trimmer heads for commercial, institutional, agricultural, industrial, rental, or income producing will be covered for failures due to defects in material or workmanship for a period of 30 days from original product purchase date. Any misuse from contact with concrete, rocks, or other structures is not covered by this warranty.

• Multipurpose Tool Attachments carry the same warranty duration as the units they are designed to t.

RENTAL APPLICATION - 90 DAYS WARRANTY

• Units for rental use will be covered against defects in material and workmanship for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase.

* ECHO INC’s liability under the “Lifetime” coverage is limited to furnishing parts specied under the PRODUCT Warranty

PERIOD section of this warranty statement for “Life” free of charge for a period of ten (10) years after the date of the complete

unit’s nal production.

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PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

• 90-day all applications

ATTENTION ENGINE POWERED PRODUCT OWNERS

This Shindaiwa engine powered product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to provide superior performance. To help ensure the performance of the unit, it is required to use engine oil which meets the ISO-L-EGD Standard per ISO/CD 13738 and JASO M345/FD Standards. Shindaiwa Red Armor

and Shindaiwa OneTM are a premium engine

oil specically formulated to meet ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345/FD Standards. The use of engine oils designed

for other applications, such as for outboard motors or lawnmowers can result in severe engine damage, and will void your engine limited warranty.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE CAUSED BY:

• Lack of lubrication or engine failure, due to the use of engine oils that do not meet the ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and JASO M345/FD Standards. Shindaiwa Red Armor

and Shindaiwa OneTM Engine Oil meets the ISO-L-EGD and JASO M345/FD Standard. Emission related parts are covered for 2 years regardless of engine oil used, per the statement listed in the EPA or California Emission Control Warranty Explanation.

• Damage caused by use of gasohol, containing methanol (wood alcohol), or gasoline containing less than 89 octane. Only use

gasoline which contains 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.

• Engine damage caused by use of ether or any starting uids.

• Damage caused by tampering with engine speed governor or emission components, or running engines above specied and

recommended engine speeds as listed in your operator’s manual.

• Operation of the unit with improperly maintained/removed cutting shield or removed/damaged air lter.

• Damage caused by dirt, pressure or steam cleaning the unit, salt water, corrosion, rust, varnish, abrasives, and moisture.

• Defects, malfunctions or failures resulting from abuse, misuse, neglect, modications, alterations, normal wear, improper servic-

ing, or use of unauthorized attachments.

• Incorrect storage procedures, stale fuel, including failure to provide or perform required maintenance services as prescribed in

the operator’s manual. Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operator’s manual is the customer’s responsibility.

• Failures due to improper set-up, pre-delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized Shindaiwa servicing

dealer during the warranty period.

• Certain parts and other items are not warranted, including but not limited to: lubricants, starter cords, and engine tune-ups.

• Use of spark plugs other than those meeting performance and durability requirements of the OEM spark plug listed in the Opera-

tor’s Manuals.

• Overheating or carbon scoring failures due to restricted, clogged exhaust port or combustion chamber, including damage to

spark arrester screen.

• Adjustments after the rst (30) thirty days and beyond, such as carburetor adjustment and throttle cable adjustment.

• Damage to gears or gear cases caused by contaminated grease or oil, use of incorrect type or viscosity of lubricants, and/or

failure to comply with recommended grease or oil change intervals.

• Damage caused by pump or sprayer running dry, pumping or spraying caustic or ammable materials, or lack of or broken

strainers.

• Additional damage to parts or components due to continued use after operational problem or failure occurs. Should operational

problem or failure occur, the product should not be used, but delivered as is to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.

It is a dealer’s and/or customer’s responsibility to complete and return the warranty registration card supplied with your Shindaiwa product or by visiting WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM. Your receipt of purchase including date, model and serial number must be maintained and presented to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer for warranty service. Proof of purchase rests solely with the customer. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so you may also have other specic

legal rights which vary from state to state. This limited warranty is given by ECHO Incorporated, 400 Oakwood Rd., Lake Zurich, IL

60047.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

This limited warranty is in lieu of all other expressed or implied warranties, including any warranty of FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE and any implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY otherwise applicable to this product. ECHO, INC. and

its afliated companies shall not be liable for any special incidental or consequential damage, including lost prots. There are no warranties extended other than as provided herein. This limited warranty may be modied only by ECHO, INC.

X7561120400 10/12

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NOTES

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NOTES

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Servicing Information

Parts/Serial Number

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 nd these numbers on the engine. For future reference, write them in the space provided

below.

Model No. _____________ SN. ______________

Service

Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-877986-7783. Dealer information is also available on WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM. When presenting your unit for Warranty service/repairs, proof of purchase is required.

Consumer Product Support

If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation or maintenance of this product you may call the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1-877-986-7783 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (Central Standard Time) Monday through Friday. Before calling, please know the model and serial number of your unit.

Warranty Registration

To ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your Shindaiwa equipment by lling out the warranty registration card supplied with your unit. Registering your product conrms your warranty coverage and provides a direct link if we nd it necessary to contact you.

Additional or Replacement Manuals

Replacement Operator and Parts Catalogs are available from your Shindaiwa dealer or at WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM or by contacting the Consumer Product Support Department (1-877-986-7783). Always check WWW.SHINDAIWA. COM for updated information.

ECHO Incorporated. 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047-1564 U.S.A. Telephone: 1-877-986-7783 Fax: 1-847-540-8416 www.shindaiwa.com

Yamabiko Corporation

7-2 Suehirocho 1-Chome, Ohme, Tokyo, 198-8760, Japan Phone: 81-428-32-6118 Fax: 81-428-32-6145

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Shindaiwa AH242 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual