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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
remarkably low displacement and
weight. As an owner/operator, you’ll
soon discover for yourself why
Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself!
Warning and Operational Labels
Introduction
Throughout this manual are special “atten-
tion statements”.
Attention Statements
WARNING!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word “WARNING” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon to
prevent serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the
word “CAUTION” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon
to prevent mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word
“NOTE” contains information that is
handy to know and may make your job
easier.
DANGER!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word “DANGER” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon to
prevent serious injury or death.
Echo, Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior
notice, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these
instructions describes units available at
the time of publication.
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IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this 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 unit, or if you do
not understand something in this manual, contact your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. You may also contact Shindaiwa at
the address printed on the back of this Manual.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
Read and follow this operator's
manual. Failure to do so could
result in serious injury..
Wear eye and hearing protection
at all times during operation of
this unit. Wear head protection
where there is a risk of falling
objects.
Beware of thrown or
richocheted objects
Make sure no one is
within 15 M / 50 feet of an
operating machine.
50 FEET
(15m
)
DO NOT
operate this unit
with a blade unless the unit is
equipped with a Shindawia-
approved handlebar or barrier.
Always wear a harness when
operating this unit with a blade.
A harness is also recommended
when using trimmer line.
If unit is used as a brushcutter,
beware of blade thrust. A
jammed blade can cause the
unit to jerk suddenly and may
cause the operator to lose con-
trol of the unit.
Safety .....................................................3
Product Description .............................5
Specifications ........................................5
Emission Control .................................6
Assembly ...............................................6
Mixing fuel ..........................................10
Filling the fuel tank ............................12
Starting the Engine ...........................13
Stopping the Engine ..........................13
Checking Unit Condition...................13
Operating ............................................13
Maintenance .......................................15
Long Term Storage ............................21
Troubleshooting Guide .....................22
Warranty Statement ...........................25
WARNING !
Surface can
be hot. Always wear gloves
when handling this unit.
