Fluid in the crankcase. Internal damage. Consult with an authorized servicing dealer. Consult with an authorized servicing dealer. Consult with an authorized servicing dealer. NOGood compression?Loose spark plug. Excess wear on cylinder, piston, rings. Tighten and re-test. NOYESDoes the tank contain fresh fuel of the proper grade? Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline witha pump octane of 87 or higher mixed witha 2-cycle air cooled mixing oil that meets orexceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FC cl

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 work. WARNING! Non-standard parts may not operate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to personal injury. NOTE: Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty. Muffler This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spar

Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit. Part Number 81645 Rev. 1/07 Safety Instructions Attention Statements Introduction The Shindaiwa 242 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 technology, delivering exceptionally high power with remarkably low displacement and weight.

If you have questions regarding your 2510 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. NOTE: A statement preceded by the word ”NOTE” contains information that is handy to know and may make your job easier. Contents PAGE Attention Statements....................................2 Safety Instructions......................

Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher mixed with a 2-cycle air cooled mixing oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FC classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Fuel incorrect, stale or contaminated; mixture incorrect.NOYES ...................................................................................................................... Check for clogged fuel filter and/or vent. Priming pump not functioning properly. Replace fuel filter or v

LE242 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 3 Product Description Using the accompanying illustrations as a guide, familiarize yourself with this unit and its various components. See Figure 4. Understanding your unit helps ensure top performance, long service life, and safer operation. LE2

Primer Bulb Figure 10 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. 2. Press the primer bulb until fuel can be seen flowing in the transparent return tube. IMPORTANT! The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly pressing the primer bulb will not flood the engine with fuel. WARNING! The cutting attachment may rotate when the engine is started! 3. Set the choke lever t

NOTE: Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty. ..........U This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester or muffler. Make sure the muffler is well secured and in good condition. A worn or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and may also cause hearing loss. Spark Plug Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean. Daily Maintenance Prior to each work day, perform the following: Y Remove all dirt and debris from the engine, c

arrester! Operating with a missing or ............................................................................ and could also damage your hearing. 1. With a 3 mm hex wrench remove the 4 engine cover screws and the engine cover. 2. With a 4 mm hex wrench, remove the 3 muffler bolts and the muffler. 3. With a small flat bladed screwdriver remove the 2 screws holding the spark arrester screen and cover to the muffler. 4. Remove the screen and clean it with a stiff bristle brush. 5. Inspect the

To minimize the risk of injury, read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents. X7502825800 Introduction The Shindaiwa H4 series 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. As an owner/operator, you’ll soon discover for yourself