Shindaiwa T242 ユーザーズマニュアル

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Starting the Engine (continued)

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  After the engine starts, allow the engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3 minutes before operating the unit. 

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  Advancing the throttle makes the cutting attachment turn faster; releasing the throttle permits the attachment to stop 

turning. If the cutting attachment continues to rotate when the engine returns to idle, carburetor idle speed should be 

adjusted (see “Adjusting Engine Idle” below).

Idle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition 

switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) position.

OFF

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

1. 

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Open the choke, put the throttle lever in the full throttle position, then clear 

2. 

excess fuel from the combustion chamber by cranking the engine several 

times.
If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart 

3. 

at the end of this manual.

NEVER operate the unit with the 

cutting attachment shield or other 

protective devices removed!

WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield 

or other protective device is no 

guarantee of protection against 

ricochet. YOU MUST ALWAYS 

GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!

Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts  

and accessories with your Shindaiwa 

trimmer. Do not make modifications to 

this unit without written approval from 

Shindaiwa.

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.