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T242 Trimmer
Stopping the Engine
1. Throttle
Release throttle trigger (L) and allow engine to return to idle
before shutting off engine.
2. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (M) to STOP position.
WARNING!
If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved
to STOP position, move choke lever (B) to
(C), Cold
Start Position, to close choke and stall engine. Have your
Shindaiwa dealer repair stop switch before using unit again.
Starting Warm Engine
NOTE:
If cutting attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to
“Carburetor Adjustment: Adjusting Engine Idle” instructions in
this manual or see your Shindaiwa Dealer.
The starting procedure is the same as "Starting Cold Engine"
except DO NOT move choke lever (B) to
(C), Cold Start
Position, and do not depress throttle trigger (J) to wide open
position.
1. Stop Switch
Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position.
2. Purge Bulb
Pump purge bulb (E) until fuel is visible and ows freely
in the clear fuel tank return line (F). Pump purge bulb an
additional 4 or 5 times.
3. Recoil Starter
Lay the unit on a at area and keep movable attachment
parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grip throttle handle (G)
and throttle trigger lockout (H) with left hand.
Pull starter handle (K) slowly until recoil starter engages,
then pull quickly and rmly until engine res, or maximum
ve (5) pulls.
NOTE:
If engine does not start after 5 pulls, use "Starting Cold
Engine" procedure.
CAUTION!
Return starter handle (K) slowly. DO NOT let starter
handle snap back or damage to unit will occur.
Do not pull starter handle (K) to the end of the rope
travel. Pulling the starter handle to the end of the rope
travel can damage the recoil starter.
WARNING!
The cutting attachment should not move at idle,
otherwise serious personal injury may result.
M
L
F
E
C
D
B
K
G
J
H
A
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