Shindaiwa LE261/EVC manual Introduction, Contents, General Safety Instructions

Introduction

The Shindaiwa 261-series of hand-held power tools has been designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to quality, comfort, safety or durability.

Shindaiwa’s high-performance engines rep- resent the leading edge of 2-cycle 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 these instructions describe product 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.

Contents	PAGE
Attention Statements	2
General Safety Instructions	2
Safety Labels	4
Product Description	5
Specifications	5
Assembly	6
Mixing Fuel	8
Starting the Engine	9
Stopping the Engine	9
Engine Idle Adjustment	10
Checking Unit Condition	10
Edging with a Hand-held Edger	10
Maintenance	11
Long Term Storage	14
Troubleshooting Guide	15
Emission System Warranty	17

Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special “Attention Statements”.

WARNING!

A statement preceded by the trian- gular attention symbol and the word “WARNING” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent seri- ous bodily injury.

CAUTION!

A statement preceded by the word “CAUTION” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent me- chanical 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.

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

50 FEET

(15m) (15 m) away during operation.

Beware of thrown or ricocheted objects.

Keep feet away from blade. Rotating blade may cause injury.

IMPORTANT!

The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your 261 Edger 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 261 Edger unit, 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.

General Safety Instructions

Work Safely

Edgers 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 your 261 Edger!

WARNING!

Never make unauthorized attachment installations, nor use attachments not approved by Shindaiwa for use on this unit.

WARNING!

Never operate power

equipment of any kind if you are tired or if you are under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or any other substance that could affect your ability or judgement.

WARNING!

Minimize the Risk of Fire!

NEVER smoke or light fires near the edger.

ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Avoid overfill- ing and wipe off any fuel that may have spilled.

ALWAYS move the unit to a place well away from a fuel storage area or other readily flammable materials before starting the engine.

NEVER place flammable material close to the engine muffler.

NEVER run the engine without the spark arrester screen in place.