Shindaiwa 81605, T261X-EVC, T261-EVC User Manual
SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
T261/EVC TRIMMER
T261X/EVC TRIMMER
T261
T261X
WARNING!
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.
Part Number 81605 Rev. 11/06
Attention StatementsIntroduction
Read and follow this
operators manual.
Failure to do so could
result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing
protection at all times
during the operation
of this unit.
Keep bystanders
at least 50 feet (15 m)
away during operation.
Beware of thrown or
ricocheted objects.
Do not operate this unit with a
blade unless the unit is equipped
with a Shindaiwa-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 control of the unit.
The Shindaiwa T261 Series hand held
power equipment has been 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!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this owner's/operator's manual describes units
available at the time of publication.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to
make changes to products without
prior notice, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Contents
PAGE
Attention Statements ...............................2
Genereal Safety Instructions ..................3
Safety Labels .............................................4
Product Description .................................5
Specifications ............................................5
Assembly and Adjustments .....................6
Fuel ............................................................9
Starting the Engine ..................................9
Stopping the Engine ..............................10
Adjusting Engine Idle ............................10
Checking Unit Condition.......................11
Shoulder Strap ........................................11
Cutting Grass ..........................................11
Using a Blade (T261X) ..........................12
Maintenance ...........................................13
Long Term Storage ................................15
Troubleshooting Guide .........................16
Emission System Warranty ...................19
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Throughout this manual are special
“attention statements”.
WARNING!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention
symbol and the word “WARNING”
contains information that should be
acted upon to prevent serious bodily
injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special signicance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word “NOTE”
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your
job easier.
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
T261 series hand held power equipment,
or if you do not understand something
in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer
will be glad to assist you. You may also
contact Shindaiwa, Inc. at the address
printed on the back of this Manual.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT
IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR
MEDICATION.
General Safety Instructions
The Properly Equipped Operator
Work Safely
Shindaiwa trimmers operate at very high
speeds and can do serious damage or
injury if they are misused or abused.
Never allow a person without training or
instruction to operate this unit!
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Do not
use attachments not approved by
Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
WARNING!
Never operate power equipment
of any kind if you are tired or if you
are under the inuence of alcohol,
drugs, medication or any other substance that could affect your ability
or judgement.
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of
Fire
n NEVER smoke or light res near
the engine.
n ALWAYS stop the engine and
allow it to cool before refueling.
Avoid overlling and wipe off any
fuel that may have spilled.
n ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During
each rell, check that no fuel
leaks from around the fuel cap
and/or fuel tank. If fuel leaks
are evident, stop using the unit
immediately. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using the unit.
n ALWAYS move the unit to a place
well away from a fuel storage
area or other readily ammable
materials before starting the engine.
n NEVER place ammable material
close to the engine mufer.
n NEVER operate the engine with-
out the spark arrester screen in
place.
Wear hearing protection devices
and a broad-brimmed hat or
Wear close-fitting clothing to
protect legs and arms. Gloves
offer added protection and
are strongly recommended.
Do not wear clothing or
jewelry that could get caught
in machinery
or underbrush.
Secure hair so it is
above shoulder
level. NEVER
wear
shorts!
Keep a proper footing
and do not over-
reach—maintain
your balance at all
times during opera-
tion.
Wear appropriate footwear (non-skid
boots or shoes): do not wear opentoed shoes or sandals. Never operate
the unit while barefoot!
Figure 1
WARNING! Use Good Judgment
n ALWAYS wear eye protection to
shield against thrown objects.
n NEVER operate the engine
when transporting the unit.
n NEVER operate the engine
indoors! Make sure there is
always good ventilation. Fumes
from engine exhaust can cause
serious injury or death.
n ALWAYS clear your work area
of trash or hidden debris that
could be thrown back at you or
toward a bystander.
n ALWAYS use the proper cutting
tool for the job.
n ALWAYS stop the engine im-
mediately if it suddenly begins
to vibrate or shake. Inspect for
broken, missing or improperly
installed parts or attachments.
helmet.
Always wear eye protection such as
goggles or safety glasses.
Always operate with both
hands firmly gripping the
unit.
Keep away from the rotating trim-
mer line or blade at all times, and
never lift a moving attachment
above waist-high.
Always make sure
the appropriate
cutting attachment
shield is correctly
installed and in good
condition.
n NEVER extend trimming line be-
yond the length specied for your
unit.
n ALWAYS keep the unit as clean
as practical. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
n ALWAYS hold the unit rmly with
both hands when cutting or trimming, and maintain control at all
times.
n ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
n ALWAYS disconnect the spark
plug wire before performing any
maintenance work.
n ALWAYS, if a saw blade should
bind fast in a cut, shut off the
engine immediately. Push the
branch or tree to ease the bind
and free the blade.
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Be Aware of the Working Environment
Avoid long-term operation
in very hot or very cold
weather.
Be extremely
careful of slip-
pery terrain,
especially during
rainy weather.
stop the engine and inspect the cutting
attachment for damage.
Reduce the risk of
bystanders being struck
by flying debris. Make
sure no one is within 50
feet (15 meters)—that’s
about 16 paces—of an
operating attachment.
Always make sure the
appropriate cutting
attachment shield is
correctly installed.If contact is made with a hard object,
Make sure bystanders or observers
outside the 50-foot “danger zone”
wear eye protection.
50
FEET
When operating in rocky terrain or near electric
wires or fences, use extreme caution to avoid con-
tacting such items with the cutting attachment.
Figure 2
Safety Labels
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 authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
Be constantly alert for objects and debris that could be thrown
either from the rotating cutting attachment or bounced from a
hard surface.
IMPORTANT!
This label indicates the minimum
distance between front handle and
rear grip per ANSI B175.3.
T261
T261X
Figure 3
4
Product Description
Using the accompanying illustrations as
a guide, familiarize yourself with this unit
and its various components. See Figure 4.
Understanding your unit helps ensure top
performance, long service life, and safer
operation.
Handle
Ignition
Switch
Throttle
Interlock
T261 TRIMMER
Spark Plug
Grip
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized modications or alterations to any of these
units or their components.
Specications
Gearcase
Trimmer
Head
Figure 4
Trimmer
Head
Gearcase
Outer Tube
Cutting
Attachment Shield
Outer Tube
Cutting
Attachment Shield
Handle
Barrier
Ignition
Switch
Bar
Throttle
Interlock
Throttle
Trigger
T261X TRIMMER
Spark Plug
Grip
Throttle
Trigger
Fuel
Tank
Fuel
Tank
T261 dry weight (less attachments)......................... 12.8 lb./5.8 kg
T261X dry weight (less attachments) .......................13.1 lb./5.9 kg
Engine model .........................................................Shindaiwa S260C
Engine type............... 2-cycle, catylist, vertical-cylinder , air cooled
Bore x stroke.................................................. 1.3x1.2 in./32x30 mm
Displacement......................................................... 1.5 cu. in./24.1 cc
Maximum power...................... 1.2 HP/0.9 kW @ 7500 rpm (min-1)
Fuel/oil ratio............................... 50:1 with ISO-L-EGD or JASO FC
class 2-cycle mixing oil*
Carburetor type ........................................TK DPN, diaphragm-type
Fuel tank capacity .....................................................24.3 oz./720 ml
Ignition ..........................One-piece electronic transistor-controlled
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Spark plug .................................................................Champion CJ8Y
Air cleaner type ...............Non-reversible heavy-duty filter element
Starting method .........................................................................Recoil
Stopping method .............................................................Slide switch
Transmission type .........................................Automatic, centrifugal
clutch w/bevel gear
EPA Emission Compliance Period** .............................Categor y A
* meets or exceeds these specifications and is
recommended for all Shindaiwa products.
** The EPA emission compliance referred to on the emission compliance label located on the engine, indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal
emission requirements. Category C = 50 hours (Moderate), B = 125
hours (Intermediate) and A = 300 hours (Extended).
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Assembly and Adjustments
This unit comes fully assembled with
the exception of the cutting attachment
shield and cutting attachment.
Prior to Assembly
Before assembling, make sure you have
all the components required for a complete unit and inspect unit and components for any damage.
n Engine and shaft assembly
n Cutting attachment shield
n Cutting attachment
n Kit containing cutting attachment
Handle
1. The handle is attached to the outer
tube at the factory and positioned in an
off-set position. See Figure 5.
2. Loosen the 4 socket-head cap screws
on the handle and rotate the handle
until the barrier bar is positioned horizontally on the left side of the unit. See
Figure 6.
3. Position the handle forward of the
Handle Positioning Label at the best
position for operator comfort (usually
about 10 inches ahead of the throttle
housing).
4. Secure the handle by alternately tightening the four socket-head cap screws
in a diagonal or “criss-cross” fashion.
shield mounting bracket and hardware,
this owner's/operator's manual and
tool kit for routine maintenance. Tool
kits vary by model and may include a
hex wrench set, a spark plug/screwdriver combination wrench, and a spanner.
Barrier
Bar
Handle
Outer
Tube
4 Socket-head Cap-
Figure 5
screws
IMPORTANT!
The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”;
“right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” and
“rear” refer to directions as viewed by the
operator during normal
operation.
Handle
Handle Positioning Label
Outer
Tube
Barrier
Bar
4 Socket-head Cap-
screws
Figure 6
Adjust Throttle Lever Free Play
The throttle lever free play should be approxiamtely 3/16-1/4 inch(4-6 mm). See
Figure 7. Make sure that the throttle lever
operates smoothly without binding.
If it becomes necessary to adjust the lever
freeplay, follow the procedures and illustrations that follow.
Figure 8
3/16-1/4 inch (4-6 mm)
Throttle Freeplay
Figure 7
6
Throttle Cable
Adjuster
Lock Nut
1. Loosen the throttle cable lock nut and
rotate the cable adjuster in or out to
achive proper free play of 3/16-1/4
inch(4-6 mm). See Figure 8.
2. Retighten the locknut.
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Assembly: Cutting Attachment Shield
Install the Cutting Attachment Shield
1. Insert the cutting attachment shield
between the outer tube and the cutting
attachment mounting plate. See Figure 9.
NOTE:
It may be necessary to loosen the retaining
nut and clamp screw to adjust cutting attachment shield mounting plate.
2. Fit the two shims and the bracket over
the outer tube and loosely install the
four socket-head screws. See Figure 9.
CAUTION!
Make sure the clamp screw and
retaining nut are securely tightened
before tightening the four sockethead cap screws.
3. Tighten the four socket-head cap screws
to secure the cutting attachment shield.
WARNING!
NEVER operate the unit
without the cutting attachment shield installed and tightly
secured!
Socket-
Head Cap
Screw
Bracket
Shim
Clamp Screw
Cutting
Retaining
Nut
Figure 9
Attachment
Mounting
Plate
To Change Position of Line Cutter
The line cutter can be positioned in 2
positions to obtain different line length for
cutting.
WARNING!
The line cutter is very sharp.
Wear gloves to protect your hands
when handling.
Outer
Tube
Cutting Attach-
ment Shield
Nuts
Line Cutter
Shim
Hex
Screws
Figure 9A
1. Remove the 2 hex screws with a 4mm
hex wrench. See Figure 9A.
NOTE:
Be careful to not lose the 2 nuts in the cutting
attachment shield, they are not captured.
2. Rotate line cutter. See Figure 9A.
3. Reinstall the two hex screws and
tighten them securely.
Assembly: Trimmer Head
Install the Trimmer Head
1. Turn the trimmer over so that the
gearcase output shaft faces UP.
2. Remove and discard the black plastic
retaining plug from the output shaft.
See Figure 10.
3. Rotate the holder until the hole in the
holder aligns with the notch on the
gearcase. Use the long end of the hex
wrench to lock the holder and output
shaft. See Figure 10.
4. While holding the hex wrench, thread
the trimmer head onto the output shaft,
turning counter-clockwise. Using hand
pressure only, tighten the trimmer head
firmly on the output shaft.
IMPORTANT!
The trimmer head has a left-hand thread.
For removal turn the trimmer head clockwise.
5. Remove the hex wrench.
6. Adjust the trimmer line length to reach
no further than the line
cutter on the cutting attachment shield.
Trim to the correct length
if necessary.
Retaining
Plug
Holder
Output
shaft
Figure 10
WARNING!
A standard grass trimmer
with a loop handle should
NEVER be operated with bladetype attachments. For blade use the
trimmer must be tted with a bicycle-
type handlebar or a loop handle with
a barrier bar that is located in front
of the operator to reduce the risk of
the operator coming in contact with
the cutting attachment (per ANSI
B175.3). When using a blade, the
unit must also be equipped with a
harness or strap.
Hex Wrench
To install a
trimmer head
onto a T261X,
first remove the
shaft bolt, bolt
guard and safety
clip (see the next
page).
Figure 11
The unit should now be
completely assembled and ready
for use with a trimmer head.
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Assembly: Blade T261X
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26111
Mount the Cutting Blade.
Turn the T261X upside down so the
gearcase output shaft is facing UP and
remove the shaft bolt, bolt guard and
holder B from the gearcase shaft.
1. Align the hole in blade holder A with
the matching hole in the gearcase
flange and then temporarily lock the
output shaft by inserting a hex wrench
through both holes. See Figure 12.
2. Slide the safety clip off-center. See
Figure 13.
3. Fit the blade over the safety clip and
then center it over the flange on holder
A. See Figure 14.
Shaft Bolt
Bolt Guard
Holder B
Gear Shaft
Safety Clip
Holder A
Slide the safety clip off-center
Output
Shaft
Safety
Clip
Figure 13
CAUTION!
Install the blade so its printed surface is visible to the operator when
the brushcutter is in the normal
operating position.
WARNING!
The blade must t at
against the holder ange.
The blade mounting hole must be
centered over the raised boss on
blade holder A.
NOTE:
When installing certain blades, it may be necessary to temporarily remove the safety clip.
4. Lock the blade in place by centering
the safety clip on the output shaft. See
Figure 14.
WARNING!
Never operate the T261X
without the safety clip in place!
Hex Wrench
Figure 12
Blade Holder B
Blade
Hex Wrench
Slip the Saw Blade In
Place
Figure 14
Output
Shaft
Tighten the assembly (blade
Center the Safety
Clip
not shown for clarity)
IMPORTANT!
The machined recess in holder B must
completely surround the safety clip, and
both holders must be at against the
surface of the blade.
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Figure 15
5. Install blade holder B on the output
shaft. See Figure 15. The recess in
the holder must completely cover the
safety clip, and must fit tightly against
the blade.
6. Install the bolt guard and then the
blade retaining bolt. Using the combination spark plug wrench/screwdriver,
tighten the bolt firmly in a counterclockwise direction.
7. Remove the hex wrench.
The T261X should now be
completely assembled and
ready for use with a blade.
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Mixing Fuel
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CAUTION!
Some types of gasoline contain alcohol as an oxygenate. Oxygenated
gasoline may cause increased operating temperatures. Under certain
conditions, alcohol-based gasoline
may also reduce the lubricating
qualities of some 2-cycle mixing
oils. Never use any type of gasoline
containing more than 10% alcohol by
volume! Generic oils and some outboard oils may not be intended for
use in high-performance C4 engines,
and should never be used in your
Shindaiwa engine.
Filling the Fuel Tank
CAUTION!
This engine is designed to operate on a 50:1 mixture consisting of
unleaded gasoline and ISO-L-EGD
or JASO FC class 2-cycle mixing oil
only. Use of non-approved mixing
oils can lead to excessive carbon
deposits.
n Use only fresh, clean unleaded gasoline
with a pump octane of 87 or higher.
n Mix all fuel with a 2-cycle
air-cooled mixing oil that meets
or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FC
classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.
Examples of 50:1 mixing quantities
n 1 gallon of gasoline to 2.6 oz. mixing oil
n 5 liters of gasoline to 100 ml. mixing oil
IMPORTANT!
Mix only enough fuel for your immediate
needs! If fuel must be stored longer than
30 days and oil with fuel stabilizer
is not used, it should rst be treated with
a fuel stabilizer such as StaBil™.
Oil is a registered JASO FC classified oil and also meets or exceeds ISO-LEGD performance requirements. Shindaiwa
One is recommended for usein all Shindaiwa
low emissions engines. Shindaiwa One also
includes a fuel stabilizer.
WARNING!
Minimize the risk of
re!
n STOP engine before refueling.
n ALWAYS allow the engine to cool
before refueling!
n Wipe all spilled fuel and move the
engine at least 10 feet (3 meters)
from the fueling point and source
before restarting!
n NEVER start or operate this
unit if there is a fuel leak.
n NEVER start or operate this
unit if the carburetor, fuel lines, fuel
tank and/or fuel tank cap are damaged.
n NEVER smoke or light any res near
the engine or fuel source!
n NEVER place any ammable
material near the engine mufer!
n NEVER operate the engine without
the mufer and spark arrester in good
working condition.
1. Place the trimmer on a flat, level
surface.
2. Clear any dirt or other debris from
around the fuel filler cap.
3. Remove the fuel cap, and fill the tank
with clean, fresh fuel.
4. Reinstall the fuel filler cap and tighten
firmly.
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.
ON
IMPORTANT!
The primer system only pushes fuel
through the carburetor. Repeatedly
pressing the primer bulb will not ood the
engine with fuel.
Make sure the cutting
attachment
is clear of
obstructions!
Figure 16
1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” position (engine ON).
Primer
Bulb
Return Tube
Figure 17
Closed
Figure 18
2. Press the primer bulb until fuel can be
seen flowing in the transparent return
tube.
3. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED
position if engine is cold.
Figure 19
4. While holding the outer tube firmly
with left hand, use your other hand to
slowly pull the recoil starter handle
until resistance is felt, then pull quickly
to start the engine.
CAUTION!
Do not pull the recoil starter to the
end of the rope travel. Pulling the
recoil starter to the end of the rope
travel can damage the starter.
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Starting the Engine (continued)
WARNING!
The cutting attachment
may rotate when the
engine is started!
5. When the engine starts, slowly move
the choke lever to the "OPEN" position. See Figure 20. (If the engine
stops after the initial start, close the
choke and restart.)
Open
Figure 20
WARNING!
Never start the engine from
the operating position.
IMPORTANT!
If the engine fails to start after several
attempts with the choke in the closed
position, the engine may be ooded
with fuel. If ooding is suspected,
move the choke lever to the open position and repeatedly pull the recoil starter
to remove excess fuel and start the
engine. If the engine still fails to start,
refer to the troubleshooting section of
this manual.
When the Engine Starts
n After the engine starts, allow the
engine to warm up at idle 2 or 3
minutes before operating the unit.
n After the engine is warm, pick up the
unit and clip on the shoulder strap if so
equipped. See page 11.
n Advancing the throttle makes the cut-
ting attachment turn faster; releasing
the throttle permits the attachment to
stop turning. If the cutting attachment
continues to rotate when the engine
returns to idle, carburetor idle speed
should be adjusted (see "Adjusting
Engine Idle" below).
Stopping the Engine
OFF
Figure 21
Adjusting Engine Idle
Idle Adjusting
Screw
Figure 22
Idle the engine briefly before stopping
(about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition
switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) position.
The engine must return to idle speed
whenever the throttle lever is released.
Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set
low enough to permit the engine clutch to
disengage the cutting attachment.
Idle Speed Adjustment
1. Place the trimmer on the ground, then
start the engine, and allow it to idle 2-3
minutes until warm.
WARNING!
The cutting attachment must
NEVER rotate at engine
idle! If the idle speed cannot be
adjusted by the procedure described
here, return the trimmer to your
Shindaiwa dealer for inspection.
2. If the attachment rotates when the
engine is at idle, reduce the idle speed
by turning the idle adjustment screw
counter-clockwise.
See Figure 22.
3. If a tachometer is available, the engine
idle speed should be final adjusted to
2,750 (±250) rpm (min-1).
4. Carburetor fuel mixture adjustments
are preset at factory and cannot be
serviced in the field.
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Checking Unit Condition
Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and
accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer. Do
not make modifications to this unit without
written approval from Shindaiwa, Inc.
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield
or other protective device is
no guarantee of protection against
ricochet. YOU MUST ALWAYS
GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!
Shoulder Strap
Adjust the shoulder strap so the shoulder
pad rests comfortably on the off-side
shoulder and the cutting path of the cutting attachment is parallel to the ground.
Make sure all hooks and adjustment
devices are secure.
T261
NOTE:
Although a shoulder strap accessory is not
required for use with a grass trimmer, a
shoulder strap can increase operator comfort during extended periods of operation.
See Figure 23.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attachment is
properly installed and firmly tightened before
operation.
NEVER use a cracked or warped cutting attachment: replace it with a serviceable one
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attachment
fits properly into the appropriate attachment
holder. If a properly installed attachment
vibrates, replace the attachment with new one
and re-check.
Figure 23
.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately and
check for damage if you strike a foreign object
or if the unit becomes tangled. Do not operate
with broken or damaged equipment.
NEVER allow the engine to run at high RPM
without a load. Doing so could damage the
engine.
NEVER operate a unit with worn or damaged
fasteners or attachment holders.
NEVER operate the unit with the cutting
attachment shield or other protective devices
removed!
T261X
Operating With A Blade
WARNING!
Always wear a shoulder
strap when operating this
unit with a blade. A shoulder strap
is also recommended when using
trimmer line.
NOTE:
Using a shoulder strap when operating
this unit with a blade allows you to maintain proper control of the unit and reduces
fatigue during extended operation.
Cutting Grass—Units Equipped with a Trimmer Head
Your Shindaiwa unit may be equipped
with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer
head models, each with features for
specific applications and/or operational
requirements.
NOTE:
For proper operation, always refer to the
instructions accompanying the trimmer
head being used. Available trimmer head
styles include:
n Semi-automatic. Trimmer line is
indexed when the operator taps the
trimmer head on the ground during
operation.
n Manual. The operator indexes line
manually with the grass trimmer
stopped.
n Fixed. The operator must stop the unit
and add new lengths of trimmer line
manually.
n Flail. This device, designed for clear-
ing weeds and light brush, features
three nylon blades attached to the head
by pivots.
CAUTION!
Do not push the rotating line into
trees, wire fences or any material that
could tangle or break line ends.
Engine Operating Speeds
Operate the unit at full throttle while cutting grass.
CAUTION!
Operation of trimmer without a cutting
attachment shield and using excessive line length can lead to premature
clutch failure.
CAUTION!
Operation at low RPM can lead to
premature clutch failure.
Trimming and Mowing Grass
Hold the trimmer so the trimmer head is
angled slightly into the area to be cut. To
ensure maximum trimmer-line service life,
cut only with the tip of the trimmer line.
Cut grass by swinging the trimmer
from left to right.
Keep the trimmer
head
horizontal. See
Figure 24.
Edging
Tilt the handle
about 100° to the
left (from horizontal) and move
forward, holding
the trimmer vertically as shown in
Figure 25.
NOTE:
Additional hardware may be required to mount
the Fixed Line or the Flail type trimmer heads.
Figure 24
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Ten
O’Clock
Seven
O’Clock
OK To Cut
Blade
Rotation
D
O
N
O
T
C
U
T
Five
O’Clock
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Using a Blade T261X
WARNING!
n Before working with a blade-
equipped unit, always inspect and
clean the area of objects that could
interfere with or damage the blade.
n Never use a blade near sidewalks,
fence posts, buildings or other
objects that could cause injury or
damage.
n Never use a blade for purposes
other than those for which it was
designed.
n Whenever you strike a hard object
with a blade, always stop the
brushcutter and carefully inspect
the blade for damage. NEVER
OPERATE THE BRUSHCUTTER
WITH A DAMAGED BLADE!
n A blade-equipped unit must be
equipped with a bicycle-type
handlebar or barrier bar as well as
a harness or shoulder strap.
n Always make sure the cutting
attachment shield is properly
installed before operating
this unit.
Blade Thrust
‘Blade thrust’ is a sudden sideways or
backward motion of the brushcutter.
Such motion may occur when the blade
jams or catches on an object 18568980
such as a sapling tree or tree stump. BE
CONSTANTLY ALERT FOR BLADE
THRUST AND GUARD AGAINST ITS
EFFECTS!
Brushcutter Handlebar
A brushcutter handlebar or barrier bar
helps prevent the operator from moving
forward, or the unit moving rearward,
thus preventing inadvertent bodily
contact with the blade. ALWAYS KEEP
THE HANDLEBAR OR BARRIER BAR
SECURELY IN PLACE ON THE UNIT!
Brushcutter Shoulder Strap
A shoulder strap provides additional protection against blade thrust. In addition,
a shoulder strap gives significant support
and comfort to help ensure safe and efficient operation.
When operating a T261X with a blade,
make sure both the handle and shoulder
strap are adjusted to the size of the operator using the unit.
Engine Operating Speeds
Operate the unit at full throttle while cutting. Best fuel efficiency is obtained by
releasing the throttle when swinging back
after a cut.
n To prevent possible engine damage, do
not allow the brushcutter to run at high
speeds without a load.
n Avoid operating the engine at low
speeds. Doing so can lead to rapid
clutch wear. In addition, slow-speed operation tends to cause grass and debris
to wrap around the cutting head.
WARNING!
When cutting wood with a
saw, feed the blade slowly
— never strike or “slam” a spinning
blade against the wood.
WARNING!
DO NOT use 2-tooth or
non-Shindaiwa approved 4tooth cutting blades with Shindaiwa
trimmers and brushcutters.
Figure 26
The blade rotates counter-clockwise. For
best performance and to minimize being
stuck by debris, move the blade from right
to left while advancing on your work.
Position the blade so cuts are made between the blade’s 7 o’clock and 10 o’clock
positions (as viewed from above). DO
NOT cut between the 10 o’clock and 5
o’clock positions. See Figure 26.
Cut on the left side
of the blade. KEEP
YOUR BODY OUT-
SIDE THE PATH OF
BLADE ROTATION
Figure 27
Vertical Cuts
Hold the brushcutter with the blade at
a 90° angle to the ground so the blade’s
bottom edge rotates toward the operator. Move the blade from top to bottom
through the cut, and cut only with the bottom edge of the blade. See Figure 27.
WARNING!
When making vertical cuts,
never allow the blade to exceed waist
height.
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