Shindaiwa manual Check Unit Condition, Shoulder Strap T272X

Check Unit Condition

NEVER operate the unit with the cutting attachment shield or other protective devices (harness, ignition switch, blade retention clip, etc.) removed!

WARNING!

A cutting attachment shield or other protective device is no guarantee of protection against thrown objects. YOU MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!

Shoulder Strap T272X

Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer or brushcutter. Do not make modifications to the unit without the written approval of Shindaiwa, Inc.

ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach- ment is properly installed and firmly tightened before operation.

NEVER use a cracked or warped cutting attachment: replace it with a ser- viceable one.

ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach- ment fits properly into the appropriate cutter holder. If a properly installed at- tachment vibrates, replace the attachment with a new one and re-check.

ALWAYS stop the engine immediately and check for damage if you strike a for- eign object or if the unit becomes tangled. Do not operate with broken or damaged equipment.

NEVER allow the engine to operate at high RPM’s without a load. Doing so could damage the engine.

NEVER operate a unit with worn or damaged fasteners or attachment holders.

NEVER cut with dull blades. Doing so will increase the risk of blade thrust and may also damage your equipment.

IMPORTANT!

Adjust the shoulder strap or harness 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 adjust- ment devices are secure.

T272

NOTE:

Although a shoulder strap accessory is not required for use with a grass trimmer, a shoulder strap can increase operator com- fort during extended periods of operation.

Shoulder Strap

recommended for

use with grass

trimmers

Figure 22

Using a T272X with a Blade

WARNING!

Always wear a shoulder strap when operating this unit with a blade. A shoulder strap is also recommened when using trimmer line.

NOTE:

Using a shoulder strap when operating this unit with a blade allows you to main- tain proper control of the unit and reduces fatigue during extended operation.

Cutting Grass—Units Equipped with a Trimmer Head

Your Shindaiwa T272 or T272X Grass Trimmer may be equipped with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer head models, each with features for specific applications and/or operational requirements.

For proper operation, always refer to the instructions accompanying the trimmer head being used. Available trimmer head styles include:

nSemi-automatic. Trimmer line is indexed when the operator taps the trimmer head on the ground during operation.

nManual. The operator indexes line manually while the grass trimmer is stopped.

nFixed. The operator must stop the unit and add new lengths of trimmer line manually.

nFlail. 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 cut- ting grass.

WARNING!

Operation at low rpm (min-1) can lead to premature clutch failure.

Trimming and Mowing Grass

Figure 23

Hold the grass 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 unit’s trimmer head from left to right. Keep the trim- mer head horizontal. See Figure 23.

Edging

Tilt the handle about 100° to the right (from horizontal) and move forward, holding the trimmer vertical as shown in Figure 24.

Figure 24

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