Verify that the D-shaped shim washer is positioned as shown below. 3. Add some moly-type EP grease to splines at the end of the main shaft. CAUTION! Do not force the shaft tube into the powerhead! Excessive force can damage the shaft tube and mainshaft. 4. Slide the outer tube into the tube clamp until the tube bottoms. If installation is difficult, rotate the outer tube or main shaft slightly until you feel the mainshaft splines engage with the powerhead. Outer tube needs to be inserted so

“O” for OFF or STOP. 1. Slide the ignition switch to the “ON” position. IMPORTANT! Make sure the cutting attachment isclear of obstructions! 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. Open When the Engine Starts... WARNING! The cutting blades may move when the engine is started. Keep away from the cutter assembly while starting the engine. IMPORTANT! If the engine fails to start after sev

See Figure 36. Refer to page 16 for adjustment procedures. Sharpening Instructions (Fig.37) Using a filing gauge Using a depth gauge joiner Using a flat file to round the front corner on a depth gauge Figure 37 IMPORTANT! File all cutters to the same angle and depth! Unequal filing may cause the saw to vibrate or cut erratically! 1. Using a 4.5 mm round file, sharpen all cutters to a 30° angle. Make sure that one fifth (20%) of the file’s diameter is always held above the cutter’s top plate. NOT

P.O. Box 2810 Tualatin, Oregon 97062 Telephone 503 692-3070 FAX 503 692-6696 75RS75RSTM 2001 Shindaiwa Inc. Part Number 80045 Printed in U.S.A. Shindaiwa is a registered trademark of Shindaiwa, Inc. Part Number 80045 Notes Contents PAGE Introduction ........................................ 1 Assembly ............................................. 2 Operation ............................................. 4 Settings ................................................ 6 Rate Conversion ................

See Figure 5. Caution! Once the knob is latched, do not move the thumb release until you have completed step 8! Wire Clip Wire Shutoff Plate Figure 6 6. Slide the wire retaining clip onto the wire. Insert the control wire through the hole in the shutoff plate, then slide the clip over the shutoff plate until the clip locks into place. See Figure 6. Handle Grips OFF ON Screen Screen Clips Figure 7 7. Install handle grips onto the handle. It is not necessary to use lubricants to do so. Insert scre

Keep it free of loose vegetation, mud, etc. ALWAYS hold the unit firmly with both hands when cutting or trimming, and maintain control at all times. ALWAYS keep the handles clean. ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire before performing any maintenance work. ALWAYS, if a saw blade should bind fast in a cut, shut off the engine immediately. Push the branch or tree to ease the bind and free the blade. Wear hearing protection devices and a broad-brimmed hat or Wear close-fitting clothing to pro- hel

Cutting edges must be offset equally on each side. Round File 30° Figure 31 Round File WARNING! Sharpen only the cutting teeth of a blade. DO NOT alter the contour of the blade in any way. Figure 32 Troubleshooting Guide ENGINE DOES NOT START Does the engine crank? Faulty recoil starter. Fluid in the crankcase. Internal damage. Consult with an authorized servicing dealer. NOGood compression? Loose spark plug. Excess wear on cylinder, piston, rings. Tighten and re-test. Consult with an authorized

Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. Figure 3 Product Description C242 BRUSHCUTTER Throttle Interlock Spark Plug Ignition Switch Muffler Strap Throttle Trigger Hanger Fuel Tank Outer Tube Using the accompanying illustrations as a guide, familiarize yourself with this unit and its various components. Understanding your unit helps ensure top performance, long service life, and safer operation. Handle Bar Ge

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If the engine still fails to start, refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual. When the Engine Starts. n After the engine starts, allow the engine to warm up at idle or 3 minutes before operating the unit. n After the engine is warm, pick up the unit and clip on the shoulder strap. See page 1 . n 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 re