SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL T242X TRIMMER WARNING! Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit.
Introduction Shindaiwa 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 technology, delivering exceptionally high power with remarkably low displacement and weight.
Safety Instructions Work Safely This machine operates at very high speeds and has the potential to do serious damage 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 machine! WARNING! Never make unauthorized attachment installations. Do not use attachments not approved by Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
Safety Labels This label indicates the minimum distance between front handle and rear grip per ANSI B175.3. IMPORTANT! Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. Figure 1 The Properly Equipped Operator Wear hearing protection devices and a broad-brimmed hat or helmet.
Be Aware of the Working Environment Avoid long-term operation in very hot or very cold weather. Reduce the risk of bystanders being struck by flying debris. Make sure no one is within 15 meters (50 feet)— that’s about 16 paces of an operating attachment. Stop immediately if a child, pet, or person comes within a 15 meter (50 feet)radius. Outside this radius, there is still a risk of injury from thrown objects.
Specifications Model Engine Type Dry Weight (less attachment) Dimensions (L x H x W) mm Bore x Stroke Displacement Fuel/Oil Ratio Fuel Tank Capacity Carburetor Type Spark Plug Spark Plug Gap Torque Air Cleaner Type Starting Method Stopping Method Transmission Type Engine Idle Speed Clutch Engagement Speed Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.) T242X 2-stroke, single cylinder, air cooled, gasoline engine 5.3 kg/11.7 lb. 1740 x 355 x 320 mm / 68.5 x 13.2 x 12.6 in. 33 x 28 mm (1.3 x 1.1 in.) 23.9 cc (146 cu. in.
Prior to Assembly Before assembling, make sure you have all the components required for a complete unit and inspect unit and components for any damage. ■■Engine and shaft assembly ■■Cutting attachment shield ■■Cutting attachment ■■Nylon spacer ■■Shoulder Harness ■■Barrier Bar ■■Owner’s/operator’s manual ■■Assembly Tool (s) Assembly Adjust Throttle Trigger Free Play The throttle trigger free play should be approximately 3/16-1/4 inch (4-6 mm). See Figure 6.
Assembly (continued) Cutting Attachment Shield 1. Insert the cutting attachment shield between the outer tube and the cutting attachment mounting plate. Socket-Head Cap Screws Spacer NOTE: It may be necessary to loosen the retaining nut and clamp screw to adjust cutting attachment shield mounting plate. 2. Fit the two spacers and the bracket over the outer tube and loosely install the four socket-head screws. Bracket Outer Tube Cutting Attachment Shield w/subshield Spacer 3.
Assembly (continued) Installing Brushcutter Blade C WARNING! B Do not attach any blade to a unit without proper installation of all required parts. Failure to use the proper parts can cause the blade to fly off and seriously injure the operator and/or bystanders. F A 1. Align the notch in blade holder (A) with the notch in the gear case flange. Lock the holder and output shaft by inserting a hex wrench through the locking hole in the gear case and into the aligned notches. 3.
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.
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 shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. After use • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur.
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. 1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” position. See Figure 14. ON 2. Press the primer bulb until fuel can be seen flowing in the transparent return tube. Primer Bulb 3. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED position if engine is cold. IMPORTANT! The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor.
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.
Operation WARNING! Moving parts can amputate fingers 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.
Using a blade WARNING! ■■Before working with a blade- equipped unit, always inspect and clean the area of objects that could interfere with or damage the blade. ■■Never use a blade near sidewalks, fence posts, buildings or other objects that could cause injury or damage. ■■Never use a blade for purposes other than those for which it was designed. Blade Thrust “Blade thrust” is a sudden sideways or backward motion of the brushcutter.
Maintenance 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 PERFORMANCE 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.
Maintenance (continued) 10-Hour maintenance (more frequently in dusty conditions) 1. Close choke (cold start position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. Unscrew Fasteners Air Filter Element 2. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover. 3. Replace filter if it is damaged, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. ■■Lightly brush debris from filter.
Maintenance (continued) 50-Hour Maintenance A Ever y 50 hours of operation (more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions): ■■Remove and clean the cylinder cover and clean grass and dirt from the cylinder fins. Gearcase lubrication 1. Clean all loose debris from gear box. 2. Remove plug (A) and check level of grease. 3. Add grease if necessary. DO NOT over-fill. Remove and replace the filter element. ■■Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel filter from inside the fuel tank.
Maintenance (continued) 135-hour Maintenance Ever y 135 hours of operation, remove and clean the muffler. Engine Cover Screws Engine Cover WARNING! Muffler Cover Never operate this trimmer with a damaged or missing muffler or spark arrester! Operating with missing or damaged exhaust components is a fire hazard, and can also damage your hearing! Muffler Cover Screw 1. Remove the spark plug boot. Muffler Screws Muffler 2. Remove the muffler cover and the engine cover. Gasket Screws 3.
Maintenance (continued) 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).
IMPORTANT! When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed-Feed head are worn smooth, replacement of the cover or the entire Speed-Feed head is required. Wear Indicators Wear Indicators Long Term Storage Indicadores dewill desgaste Whenever the unit 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.
Troubleshooting Guide ENGINE DOES NOT START OR HARD TO START Possible Cause What To Check Vaporlock. Remedy Engine hot/heat soaked. Let cool completely and restart. Low fuel quality. Refill 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 classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. ENGINE DOES NOT START Possible Cause What To Check Does the engine crank? NO Internal damage.
Troubleshooting Guide (continued) LOW POWER OUTPUT What To Check Is the engine overheating? Engine is rough at all speeds. May also have black smoke and/or unburned fuel at the exhaust. Possible Cause Operator is overworking the unit. Use a lower throttle setting. Carburetor mixture is too lean. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Improper fuel ratio.
Troubleshooting Guide (continued) ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS Symptom Poor acceleration. Engine stops abruptly. Possible Cause Clogged air filter. Clean the air filter. Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter. Lean fuel/air mixture. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Idle speed set too low. Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle speed. Ignition switch turned off. Reset the switch and re-start. Fuel tank empty.
SHINDAIWA LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR PRODUCT SOLD IN USA AND CANADA BEGINNING 01/01/2010 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.
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.
ECHO INCORPORATED EMISSION CONTROL WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR ECHO AND SHINDAIWA BRANDS The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the California Air Resources Board (C.A.R.B.) and ECHO Incorporated (ECHO Inc.) are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your 2010 and later equipment/small off-road engine (SORE). New equipment/SORE must be designed, built and equipped to meet stringent EPA and C.A.R.B. anti-smog standards. ECHO Inc.
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 find these numbers on the engine. For future reference, write them in the space provided below. Model No. _____________ SN.
