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SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL
AH242 ARTICULATED
HEDGE TRIMMER
WARNING!
Always wear eye and ear protection when operat-
ing this machine. To minimize the risk of injury, read this
manual and familiarize yourself with its contents.
X7502801000
08/10
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Introduction The Shindaiwa AH242 Articulated IMPORTANT! WARNING! Hedge Trimmer is designed and built to The information contained in these The engine exhaust from deliver superior performance and reli- instructions describes units available this product contains chemicals ability without compromise to quality, at the time of publication. known to the State of California to comfort, safety or durability. cause cancer, birth defects or other Shindaiwa's engines represent the lead- Echo,
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Be aware iof the dan- Always wear a hard hat to This product conducts ger of falling debris. reduce the risk of head inju- electricity. Keep the prod- ries during operation of this uct and/or operator a mini- 33 ft machine. In addition, always 10 M mum distance of 33 feet (10 wear eye and hearing protec- meters) away from electrical tion. Shindaiwa recommends sources and power lines. WARNING ! Surface can wearing a face shield as addi- be hot. Always wear gloves tional face and eye prot
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Operating Precautions WARNING! ■ Never transport the articulated ■ When cutting a branch that is hedge trimmer or leave it unat- ■ Never smoke or light fires near the under tension, be alert for spring- tended with the engine running. hedge trimmer. Keep the unit away back so that you will not be struck An engine that’s running could be from excessive heat. Engine fuel is by the moving branch. accidently accelerated causing the very flammable and fire could lead ■ If a cutter should bi
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Safety (continued) Safety Equipment and Labels Cutter blade cover Cutter blade cover Hand guard Ignition (STOP) switch IMPORTANT! Throttle interlock 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 ALWAYS clear your work area This machine is design
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Product Description Hedge Trimmer Cutter Assembly Spark Plug Air Filter Assembly Cutter Assembly Stop Adjustment Switch Lever Cutter Blade Cover Fuel Tank Fuel Tank Outer Guard Tube Throttle Trigger Powerhead Assembly Handle WARNING! guard Using the illustration as a Handle Do not alter this machine guide, familiarize yourself with or any of its components! the Shindaiwa AH242 articu- lated hedge trimmer and its various components. Under- Latch Release Hedge Trimmer standing your m
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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/TWC (Engine Modification and 3-way Catalyst) and for the fuel tank the Control System is EVAP (Evaporative Emissions) or N (for nylon tank). Evaporative emission may be applicable to California models only. An Emission Control Label is located on the unit. (This is an EXAMPLE ONLY; information on label varies by en- gine FAMILY). PRODUCT EMISSION DURABILITY (
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Assembly (continued) Cutter Assembly Positions 270° Gearcase rotated to the storage/ The cutter assembly can be adjusted transportation position to eleven different positions rang- ing from 120° to 270° from the outer 120° tube as shown. Always make sure the latch lock is securely locked after each Various blade adjustment. positions possible Adjusting for Storage or Transportation Adjusting for Storage or Transportation 1. With the engine off, install the blade cover onto the blade. 2. U
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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 engi
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Mixing Instructions After use 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the • DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can required amount of gasoline. occur. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel stor- 2. Add the proper amount of engine oil to gasoline. age container. 3. Close container and shake to mix oil with gaso- line. Storage - Fuel storage laws vary by locality. Contact 4. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and your local government for the laws affect
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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 ON be seen flowing in the transparent Primer Bulb return tube. IMPORTANT! The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly pressing the primer bulb will not flood Return Tube the engine with fuel. Press the primer bulb 3. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED Slide the ignition switch to the “ON” position position if engine is cold. 4. While holding the
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Starting the engine (continued) When the Engine Starts... ■ After the engine starts, allow the ■ Advancing the throttle makes the cut- If the engine does not start engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3 min- ting attachment move faster; releas- ■ Repeat the appropriate starting pro- utes before operating the unit. ing the throttle permits the attach- cedure for a cold or warm engine. ment to stop moving. If the cutting ■ If the engine does not continue to ■ If the engine still fails to start, atta
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Operation Using the Hedge Trimmer Preparations Use lopping shears to cut out thick branches first. 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 flower bed between Vertical Cut Overhead Cut operator and hedge. Overhead Cut: Hold the shaft upright with a
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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 PERFOR- MANCE 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-stan
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Maintenance (continued) Daily maintenance Prior to each work day, perform the WARNING! Cooling Cooling following: fins Always wear gloves when fins ■ Remove all dirt and debris from the working around the cutter assembly. engine, check the cooling fins and air cleaner for clogging, and clean as ■ Clean any debris or dirt from the necessary. cutting attachment. ■ Carefully remove any accumulations ■ Check for loose or missing screws of dirt or debris from the muffler and Cooling fins or
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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 fitting (A) using a lever- type grease gun. CAUTION! Over lubricating can cause the gear- case to operate sluggishly and can A cause grease to leak out. Gearcase Lubricate cutter assembly and gearcase grease fitting 50-hour maintenance Every 50 hours of operation; more frequnetly in dusty conditions: ■ Remove and clean the cylinder Ho
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Maintenance (continued) CAUTION! Do not remove the D-shaped shim washer from the gearcase clamp! The shim washer prevents damage from overtightening the tube clamp bolt. 3. Slide the gearcase out of the tube. Using a grease gun, pump lithium- base grease (about 10 grams) B into the grease fitting (B) on the gearcase until you see old grease Gearcase being purged from the gearcase. grease fitting Purged grease will be visible in the Lubricate cutter assembly and gearcase outer tube cav
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Maintenance (continued) Muffler and spark arrester maintenance Engine Cover Engine Cover Screws Muffler Cover Muffler Cover Screw Muffler screws Muffler Screws Gasket Outlet Spark arrester Muffler gasket Spark arrester screen cover Muffler and spark arrester maintenance If the engine becomes sluggish and low 5. With a 4 mm hex wrench remove the 1. Remove the spark plug boot. three muffler bolts and the muffler. on power, check and clean the spark 2. With a 3 mm hex wrench remove arrest
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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 Idle Speed Adjustment 1. Place the unit on the ground, then The engin
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Troubleshooting Guide ENGINE DOES NOT START OR HARD TO START Remedy Possible Cause What To Check Let cool completely and restart. Engine hot/heat soaked. Vaporlock. Refi ll with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane Low fuel quality. Refi ll with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 89 or higher of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/ meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD
