Introduction
The Shindaiwa AH242 series of hand power
tools has been designed and built to deliver
superior performance and reliability without
compromise to quality, comfort, or durability.
Shindaiwa high performance engines repre-
sent the leading edge of 2-cycle engine tech-
nology, delivering exceptionally high power at
remarkable low displacement and weight. As an
owner/operator, you'll soon discover for your-
self why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself!
Contents
Safety ........................................................... 3
Assembly ..................................................... 6
Mixing fuel .................................................. 8
The procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your unit as well as to protect you and others from
harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most conditions, and are not intended to replace any safety rules and/or
laws that may be in force in your area. If you have questions regarding your power tool, or if you do not understand something in this man-
ual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.
Attention Statements
Throughout this manual are special "atten-
tion statements".
DANGER!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word "DANGER" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
serious injury or death.
Safety and Operational Labels
An articulated hedge trim-
mer has the potential to cause
serious personal injury to the
operator or bystanders if mis-
used, abused or mishandled.
You must observe all special
safety iinstructions to reduce
the risk of personal injury.
Read and follow this manual,
make sure anyone using the
trimmer does likewise. Fail-
ure to do so could result in
serious personal injury or
machine failure. Keep this
manual for future reference.
Always wear a hard hat to
reduce the risk of head inju-
ries during operation of this
machine. In addition, always
wear eye and hearing protec-
tion. Shindaiwa recommends
wearing a face shield as addi-
tional face and eye protection.
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IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these instruc-
tions describes units available at the time
of publication.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior notice,
and without obligation to make alterations
to units previously manufactured.
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IMPORTANT!
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word "WARNING" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
serious bodily injury.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
"IMPORTANT" is one that possesses spe-
cial significance.
Wear non-slip heavy-
duty gloves.
Safety tip shoes or boots with
non-slip sole should be worn.
This product conducts electricity.
Keep the product and/or opera-
tor a minimum distance of 33
33 ft
10 M
feet (10 meters) away from elec-
trical sources and power lines.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Operation .................................................. 11
Maintenance ............................................. 12
Emissions Warranty Statement .............. 19
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word "NOTE"
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
Keep bystanders at least 50
feet (15 meters) away from the
operating trimmer to reduce
the risk of being cut by the cut-
ting blades or struck by fall-
ing objects or thrown debris.
The blades / cutting attach-
ments are SHARP!
Handle with care.
Be aware iof the dan-
ger of falling debris.
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