Long term storage – Shindaiwa TRIMMER T242X User Manual

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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 inte-

rior of the engine. Reinstall the spark

plug.

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Before storing the unit, repair or

replace any worn or damaged parts.

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Remove the air cleaner element from

the carburetor and clean it thor-

oughly with soap and water. Let dry

and reassemble the element.

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Store the unit in a clean, dust-free

area.

Long Term Storage

Whenever the unit will not be used for

30 days or longer, use the following

procedures to prepare it for storage:

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Clean external parts thoroughly and

apply a light coating of oil to all metal

surfaces.

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Drain all the fuel from the carburetor

and the fuel tank.

To do so:
1. Prime the primer bulb until no more

fuel is passing through.

2. Start and run the engine until it stops

running.

3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine

will no longer start.

CAUTION!
Gasoline stored in the carburetor

for extended periods can cause

hard starting, and could also lead to

increased service and maintenance

costs.

IMPORTANT!

All stored fuels should be stabilized with

a fuel stabilizer such as STA-BIL™.

NOTE:

Damage resulting from stale or

contaminated fuel is not covered by the

Shindaiwa warranty policy.

Wear Indicators

Indicadores de desgaste

Indicateurs d’usure

IMPORTANT!

When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed-Feed head are worn smooth, replacement of the cover

or the entire Speed-Feed head is required.