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SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
C282 BRUSHCUTTER
Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this
manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear
eye and hearing protection when operating this unit.
WARNING!
X7502825300
07/10
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Introduction IMPORTANT! WARNING! The Shindaiwa 282 series is designed and built to deliver superior The information contained in these The engine exhaust from performance and reliability without instructions describes units available at this product contains chemicals compromise to quality, comfort, safety the time of publication. known to the State of California or durability. to cause cancer, birth defects or Shindaiwa engines represent the Echo, Inc. reserves the right to make oth
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Safety WARNING! WARNING! Work Safely Never make unauthorized Never oper- Trimmers and brushcutters operate attachment installations. ate power equipment of at very high speeds and can do serious any kind if you are tired or if you damage or injury if they are misused are under the influence of alcohol, or abused. Never allow a person with- Stay Alert drugs, medication or any other sub- out training or instruction to operate this You must be physically and mentally fit stance that could
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Safety (continued) The Properly Equipped Operator Wear hearing protection devices and a Always wear eye protection such as broad-brimmed hat or helmet. A helmet goggles or safety glasses to shield is required when using a blade-equipped against thrown objects. brushcutter to clear small trees. Always wear a harness when operating the unit . It adds comfort and helps ensure safety by limiting Prolonged exposure to excessive noise movement fore and aft. When the harness is is fatiguing an
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Product Description Using the illustration as a guide, C282 Spark plug Throttle Ignition Muffler interlock familiarize yourself with your machine and its various com- Hanger ponents. Understanding your Throttle machine helps ensure top perfor- mance, long service life and safer Handlebar Fuel operation. Tank Outer Tube Strap with Protector Gearcase WARNING! Cutting Attachment Do not make unauthorized modifications or Shield alterations to any of these units or their components. Shind
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Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative) EPA 2010 and Later and/or C.A.R.B. TIER III The emission control system for the engine is EM/TWC (Engine Modification and 3-way Catalyst) and for the fuel tank the Control System is EVAP (Evaporative Emissions) or N (for nylon tank). Evaporative emission may be applicable to California models only. 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 (
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Assembly (continued) Adjust throttle lever free play 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 4-6 mm to adjust the lever free play, follow the procedures and illustrations that follow. Remove air cleaner cover Throttle lever free play 1. Loosen the air cleaner cover knob and remove the air cleaner cover. 2. Loosen the lock nut on the cable adjuster. 3. Turn the cable adjuste
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Assembly (continued) Hand-tighten Trimmer Head (counter- clockwise to install) Installing a Trimmer Head Shaft Bolt NOTE: This unit is shipped with Holder A, Holder B, shaft bolt, and bolt guard Bolt Guard installed. The shaft bolt is a LEFT- Holder B HAND thread. Remove it by turning CLOCKWISE! 1. With the gearcase output shaft facing Gear Shaft Holder A up, rotate the gearshaft and Holder A until the hole in Holder A aligns with the matching hole in the gearcase Hex Wrench flange, and t
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Assembly (continued) Tighten the assembly 5. Install the bolt guard and then the (blade not shown for CAUTION! clarity) blade retaining bolt. Using the com- bination spark plug wrench/screw- Install the blade so its printed sur- driver, tighten the bolt firmly in a face is visible to the operator when counter-clockwise direction. the brushcutter is in the normal 6. Remove the hex wrench. operating position. Hex Wrench IMPORTANT! The unit should now be completely assembled and Discard bl
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Handling Fuel DANGER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling or serious personal injury may result. • 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 fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. • NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING! • DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors. ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. • DO NOT ove
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Starting the Engine IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF or STOP. WARNING! Never start the engine from the operating position. 1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” position. Primer ON bulb 2. Press the primer bulb until fuel can be seen flowing in the trans- parent return tube. IMPORTANT! The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly Slide the ignition swi
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Starting the Engine (continued) Starting A Flooded Engine 1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” (ON) position. 2. Open the choke, put the throttle lever in the full throttle position, then clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber by cranking the engine several times. 3. If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart at the end of this manual. Stopping the Engine IMPORTANT! OFF When the unit is turned off make sure 1. Idle the engine briefly before st
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Operation (continued) Cutting grass with a trimmer head Cut from left to right Engine Operating Speeds Your Shindaiwa unit may be equipped Cut with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer Operate at full throttle while cutting head models, each with features for spe- grass. Return cific applications and/or operational requirements. CAUTION! NOTE: Operation at low rpm can lead to For proper operation, always refer to premature clutch failure. the instructions accompanying the trim- mer head being
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T U C T O N O D Blade Thrust Engine Operating Speeds “Blade thrust” is a sudden sideways or WARNING! Operate the unit at full throttle while cut- backward motion of the brushcutter. Blade thrust is more likely to ting. Best fuel efficiency is obtained by Such motion may occur when the blade occur in areas where it is difficult to releasing the throttle when swinging jams or catches on an object such as a see the material being cut. back after a cut. sapling tree or tree stump. BE CON-
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Maintenance (continued) Muffler Blades This unit must never be operated with WARNING! Keep blades sharp and check blade a faulty or missing spark arrester or condition frequently. If a blade’s per- muffler. Make sure the muffler is well formance changes suddenly, stop the ■ Never repair a damaged blade secured and in good condition. A worn engine and check the blade for cracks by welding, straightening, or by or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and or other damage. Replace a damaged mo
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Maintenance (continued) 10-hour maintenance Perform more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions. Air Filter Element Remove the air cleaner filter. Clean or replace as necessary. To clean filter wash it thoroughly in soap and water. Let it dry before reinstalling the filter. CAUTION! Do not operate the unit if the air cleaner or filter is damaged, or if the filter is wet or water soaked. Unscrew Fastener Remove and clean or replace the element 10/15 hour maintenance Remove and clean or
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Maintenance (continued) 50 hour maintenance Remove and replace the fuel filter element. Hooked wire Before reinstalling the new filter element, inspect the condition of all the fuel sys- tem components (fuel pick-up line, fuel return line, tank vent line, tank vent, fuel cap and fuel tank). If damage, splitting or deterioration is noted, the unit should be removed from service until it can be inspected or repaired by a Shindaiwa- trained service technician. CAUTION! Make sure you do not p
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Maintenance (continued) IMPORTANT! 3. With a Phillips type screwdriver, 6. Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for remove the 5 screws holding the any carbon buildup. If you note excessive carbon buildup, con- spark arrester screen and cover to sult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing 7. Gently tap the muffler on a wood the muffler. dealer. surface to dislodge any loose carbon. 4. Remove the screen and clean it with 8. Reassemble the spark arrester, muf- a stiff bristle brush. fler and e
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Adjusting Engine Idle Idle Speed Adjustment The engine must return to idle speed 1. Place the unit on the ground, then whenever the throttle lever is released. start the engine, and then allow it to Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set idle 2-3 minutes until warm. low enough to permit the engine clutch 2. If the attachment rotates when the to disengage the cutting attachment. engine is at idle, reduce the idle speed by turning the idle adjustment WARNING! screw counter-clockwise. 3
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Troubleshooting Guide ENGINE DOES NOT START OR HARD TO START Remedy Possible Cause What To Check Let cool completely and restart. Engine hot/heat soaked. Vaporlock. Refi ll with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane Low fuel quality. Refi ll with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 89 or higher of 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/ meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD
