Shindaiwa 80974 Specifications T272X/C272, Assembly and Adjustments Handle T272/T272X, Description

Specifications T272X/C272

Engine Code	S272E Engine
Dry weight, T272	6.7kg/14.7 pounds
(less attachment)
Dry weight, T272X	6.7kg/14.8 pounds
(less attachment)
Type	2-cycle, vertical cylinder, air
	cooled
Bore x Stroke	34 mm x 30 mm/1.3 in. x 1.2 in.
Displacement	27.2cc/1.7 cu. in.
Maximum Power Output. 1.1 kw/1.4 hp
Operating rpm Range	4,500-9,000 rpm (min-1)
Transmission Type	Automatic centrifugal clutch
	through bevel gears
Fuel/Oil Ratio	50:1 with ISO-L-EGD or JASO
	FC class 2-cycle mixing oil*

Fuel Tank Capacity	670ml/22.6 ounces
Carburetion	Walbro diaphragm-type
Ignition	Fully electronic, transistor
	controlled
Spark Plug	Champion CJ8Y
Air Cleaner Type	Non-reversible heavy-duty
	filter element
Starting Method	Recoil
Stopping Method	Slide switch, grounding type
Handle	Loop handle (T272)
	Loop handle with barrier bar
	(T272X)

EPA Emission Compliance Period** Category A

DESCRIPTION

* Shindaiwa One 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).

This unit comes fully assembled with the exception of the cutting attach- ment 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.

nEngine and shaft assembly

nCutting attachment shield

nCutting attachment

nKit containing cutting attachment shield bracket and hardware, this owner's/opertor's manual and tool kit for routine maintenance. Tool kits vary by model and may include a hex wrench set, spark plug/screwdriver combination wrench and a spanner.

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 of this product.

Assembly and Adjustments Handle T272/T272X

The handle is attached to the outer tube on the T272/T272X.

To Adjust the Handle.

1.Loosen the 4 socket-head capscrews on the handle. See Figure 5.

2.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).

3.Secure the handle by alternately tight- ening the four socket-head cap screws in a diagonal or “criss-cross” fashion.

4 Socket-head Cap-

screws

Handle

Handle Positioning Label

T272X Shown

Outer Tube

Barrier

Bar

Figure 5

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