Page 2 - that possesses special significance.; Contents
2 Introduction The Shindaiwa 282 series is 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 rem...
Page 3 - Warning and Operational Labels; DO NOT; the length specified for your unit.; Work Safely; You must be physically and mentally fit to; Safety
3 Warning and Operational Labels Read and follow this opera- tor's manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.. Wear eye and hearing pro- tection at all times during operation of this unit. Wear head protection where there is a risk of falling objects. Beware of thrown or richocheted ob...
Page 4 - Safety Labels; Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure; The Properly Equipped Operator; firmly gripping the unit.
4 Safety Labels 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 autho- rized Shindaiwa dealer. The Properly Equipped Operator Always we...
Page 5 - Be Aware of the Working Environment; being struck by flying debris. Make; ALWAYS
5 15m (50ft) Be Aware of the Working Environment Avoid long-term operation in very hot or very cold weather. Make sure bystanders or observers outside the 15 meter (50 feet) “danger zone” wear eye protection. Be extremely careful of slippery terrain, especially during rainy weather. If contact is ma...
Page 6 - Product Description; modifications or alterations to any of; Specifications
6 Product Description Using the illustration as a guide, famil- iarize yourself with your machine and its various components. Understanding your machine helps ensure top performance, long service life and safer operation. WARNING! Do not make unauthorized modifications or alterations to any of these...
Page 7 - followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.; Assembly; Prior to Assembly
7 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 (EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD) The 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emission...
Page 8 - Adjust Throttle Lever Free Play; Install trimmer head; mer head firmly on the output shaft.; The unit should now be
8 4-6 mm Throttle Free Play Adjust Throttle Lever Free Play Remove air cleaner cover The throttle lever free play should be approximately 4-6 mm. Make sure that the throttle lever operates smoothly without binding. If it becomes necessary to adjust the lever free play, follow the procedures and illu...
Page 9 - Term Storage section of this manual.; WARNING; Use of alternative fuels may; Fuel Requirements; NOT; Mixing Fuel; Examples of 50:1 mixing quantities; ratio specified in those manuals.; A standard grass trimmer with a loop handle should NEVER be
9 NOTICE: Use of unmixed, improperly mixed, or fuel older than 90 days, (stale fuel), may cause hard starting, poor performance, or severe engine damage and void the product warranty. Read and follow instructions in the Long Term Storage section of this manual. WARNING Alternative fuels, such as E15...
Page 10 - After use; Mixing Instructions
10 Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may re - sult. • Use an approved fuel container. • DO NOT smoke near fuel. • DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel. • Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fu...
Page 11 - Starting the Engine; Slide the ignition switch to the “I” position.
11 Make sure the attachment is clear of obstructions! ...and pull recoil starter handle upward Hold the unit firmly... Closed Move the choke lever to the CLOSED position Slide ignition to ON Starting the Engine IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle...
Page 12 - Stopping the Engine; Starting A Flooded Engine
12 5. When the engine starts, slowly move the choke lever to the “OPEN” posi- tion. If the engine stops after the initial start, close the choke and restart. After engine starts, move choke to OPEN position Open CAUTION! Do not pull the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel. Pulling the recoi...
Page 13 - Checking Unit Condition; Cutting grass with a trimmer head
13 NEVER operate the unit with the cutting attachment shield or other protective devices removed!Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer. Do not make modifications to this unit with - out written approval from Shindaiwa, Inc. ALWAYS make sure the cutting attac...
Page 14 - Maintenance; General maintenance
14 WARNING! Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string, which can be thrown or become entangled in the cutting attachment. CAUTION! ■ Do not push the rotating line into trees, wire fences or any material that could tangle or break line ends. ■ Operation of trimmer without...
Page 15 - Muffler; Daily Maintenance; Prior to each work day, perform the following:; Spark Plug; Every 10 hours of operation; Every 10 to 15 hours of operation:
15 Muffler 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. Daily Maintenance Prior to each work day, perform the following: ■ ...
Page 16 - Remove and replace the; filter from inside the fuel tank.; Without cutting attachment; collar. Remove the filler plug from the; With cutting attachment installed; Remove the filler plug and drain; Gearcase; Every 50 hours of operation:; Lubrication; may be enforced for using an un-certified replacement part.
16 Fuel filter element Hooked wire Fuel filter maintenance Remove and replace the filter element. ■ Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel filter from inside the fuel tank. Before reinstalling the new filter ele - ment, inspect the condition of all the fuel system components (fuel pick-up line, fuel ...
Page 17 - Cooling System; Remove the 3 muffler bolts and the muffler.
17 Muffler and spark arrester maintenance Cooling System Engine Cover Screws Muffler Cover Engine Cover Muffler Cover Screw Spark Arrester Screen Spark Arrester Cover Outlet Screws Muffler Gasket Muffler Gasket Muffler Screws Muffler and spark arrester maintenance IMPORTANT! If you note excessive ca...
Page 18 - Carburetor Adjustment; High Altitude Operation; If the engine is adjusted for operation; Adjusting Engine Idle; Idle Speed Adjustment; serviced in the field.
18 WARNING! When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Carburetor Adjustment Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be ...
Page 19 - Long Term Storage; Gasoline stored in the carbure-; Cut one piece of line to recommended length.; Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation.
19 ■ Remove the spark plug and pour about 1/4 oz. of engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole. Slowly pull the recoil starter 2 or 3 times so oil will evenly coat the interior of the engine. Reinstall the spark plug. ■ Before storing the unit, repair or replace any worn or damaged pa...
Page 20 - Troubleshooting Guide; ENGINE DOES NOT START OR HARD TO START
20 Troubleshooting Guide Vaporlock. Engine hot/heat soaked. Low fuel quality. Let cool completely and restart. Refi ll with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classifi ed oils at 50:1 ga...
Page 21 - What To Check; LOW POWER OUTPUT
21 Is the engine overheating? Engine is rough at all speeds. May also have black smoke and/or unburned fuel at the exhaust. Operator is over working the unit. Carburetor mixture is too lean. Improper fuel ratio. Fan, fan cover, cylinder fi ns dirty or damaged. Carbon deposits on the piston or in the...
Page 22 - ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS; Symptom; Engine stops abruptly.; Cutting attachment
22 ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS Poor acceleration. Clogged air fi lter. Clogged fuel fi lter. Lean fuel/air mixture. Idle speed set too low. Ignition switch turned off. Fuel tank empty. Water in the fuel. Clogged fuel fi lter. Shorted spark plug or loose terminal. Ignition failure. Piston seizure. Ground (st...
Page 24 - PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES; ATTENTION ENGINE POWERED PRODUCT OWNERS; DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
24 PURCHASED REPAIR PARTS AND ACCESSORIES • 90-day all applications ATTENTION ENGINE POWERED PRODUCT OWNERS This Shindaiwa engine powered product is a quality-engineered unit which has been manufactured to exact tolerances to provide superior performance. To help ensure the performance of the unit, ...
Page 26 - NOTES
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