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PERSONAL EQUIPMENT 

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Always wear head, eye and hearing protection when 

operating this machine to protect yourself from 

wood chips, dust, snapping branches, noize and etc. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Never wear loose clothing, unbuttoned jackets, 

flared sleeves and cuffs, scarfs, tie-strings, neckties, 

cords, chains, jewelry, etc. which could snag the saw 

chain or underbrush. 

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Clothing should be of sturdy, protective material. It 

should be snug-fitting to resist snagging, but roomy 

enough for freedom of movement. 

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Trouser legs should not be flared or cuffed, and 

should be either tucked into the boot tops or 

trimmed short. 

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Safety vests, leg chaps and logger’

 pants of 

ballistic material are available. 

It is the operator’s responsibility to wear such 

additional protection if conditions warrant it. 

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Never operate a chain saw when you are alone. 

Arrange to have someone remain within calling 

distance in case you need help. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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All persons who make part of their living using 

chain saws should be tested periodically for hearing 

deterioraration. 

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Always wear a cap or hat when working with a 

chain saw. A safety hard hat is highly recommended 

when felling or working under trees, or when objects 

can fall on you. 

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Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves. 

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Safety tip shoes or boots with non-slip sole should be 

worn. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FUEL 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Use an appropriate type fuel container.   

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Do not smoke or bring flame or sparks near fuel 

supplies.  

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The fuel tank may be under pressure. Always loosen 

the fuel cap and wait for pressure to be equalized 

before removing the cap. 

 

 

WARNING     DANGER

PETROL AND FUEL ARE EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. 

IF SPILLED OR IGNITED BY IGNITION SOURCE, IT 

CAN CAUSE FIRE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR 

PROPERTY DAMAGE. EXTREME CAUTION IS 

REQUIRED, WHEN HANDLING PETROL OR FUEL. 

CAUTION

Stuffing ears with cotton is not recommended. 

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Summary of Contents for 269T

Page 1: ...UAL 269T WARNING W DANGER THIS CHAIN SAW IS DESIGNED ESPECIALLY FOR TREE SERVICE BY A TRAINED OPERATOR READ INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY AND FOLLOW RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN...

Page 2: ...chain saw This chain saw is desinged for cutting wood or wood products Do not cut solid metal sheet metal plastic or any non wood materials If there is any clause in this Manual that is hard to be und...

Page 3: ...ION indicates a potentially hazardous situation if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Purge bulb Primer For this reason only persons trained in special cutting and working techniques m...

Page 4: ...injury If you have any questions or troubles please contact shindaiwa dealer If working off the ground the operator must be trained in safe climbing techniques and use of all recommended safety equipm...

Page 5: ...en you are alone Arrange to have someone remain within calling distance in case you need help All persons who make part of their living using chain saws should be tested periodically for hearing deter...

Page 6: ...hile the engine is still hot Do not store the unit with fuel in its tank because a fuel leak could start a fire Bring an extinguisher or shovel in case of fire After refuelling tighten fuel cap firmly...

Page 7: ...ontact with the moving chain which could result in serious personal injury As a chain saw user you should take several steps to keep your cutting jobs free from accident or injury With a basic underst...

Page 8: ...sult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration MACHINE CONDITIONS Do not operate a chain saw that is damaged improperly adjusted or not completely and securely assembled Do...

Page 9: ...round Do not work from off the ground positions SERVICES All chain saw service other than items listed in the operator s manual maintenance instruction should be performed by competent service personn...

Page 10: ...10 DESCRIPTION 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20...

Page 11: ...part that supports and guide the saw chain 10 CHAIN Chain serving as a cutting tool 11 FRONT HANDLE FOR THE LEFT HAND Support handle located at the front of the engine housing 12 FUEL TANK CAP For cl...

Page 12: ...ethyl alcohol Recommended mixture ratio 25 1 for JASO FA or FB grade oil Do not mix directly in fuel tank Avoid spilling petrol and oil Spilled fuel should always be wiped up Handle petrol with care i...

Page 13: ...ace ignition switch in START position Securely hold the chain saw Pull starter handle Choke may be used if necessary but after first firing sound pull throttle trigger a little to release throttle lat...

Page 14: ...area Multiple operators Keep a safe distance between two or more operators when working together simultaneously CHAIN LUBRICATION TEST Hold the chain just above a dry surface and open the throttle to...

Page 15: ...ow so that the machine receives an impact at this time the rear handle should be gripped lightly with right hand 4 The impact is propagated to the brake lever which actuates the chain brake PRECAUTION...

Page 16: ...ell a tree cut some small logs or limbs Start the engine see that is running properly Squeeze the trigger to open the throttle wide open then start the cut It is not necessary to press down hard to ma...

Page 17: ...edge of the notch See figure B in order to leave the uncut portion of the wood as a hinge Do not try to cut through to the notch with the felling cut The remaining wood between the notch cut and fell...

Page 18: ...king is the sawing of a log or fallen tree into smaller pieces There are a few basic rules which apply to all bucking operations Keep both hands on the handles at all times Support logs if possible Wh...

Page 19: ...t from the wrong side the timber will pinch the guide bar and chain trapping it Racing the engine with the chain jammed will burn out your clutch If the chain should become jammed and the saw can not...

Page 20: ...em Ask your shindaiwa dealer Engine runs Dies or accelerates poorly Air filter dirty Fuel filter dirty Fuel vent plugged Spark plug Carburettor Cooling system plugged Exhaust port silencer plugged Cle...

Page 21: ...he tank out with petrol AIR FILTER Check before every use Loosen cleaner cover knob and remove air cleaner cover and filter Brush off dust lightly or clean with compressed air or replace the air filte...

Page 22: ...tment MAGNETO The unit has CDI Capacitor Discharge Ignition system which does not require adjustment of ignition timing Check for secure tight wire connections SPROCKET The damaged sprocket will cause...

Page 23: ...w smooth cutting PRECAUTION The following faults will increase the risk of kickback considerably 1 Top plate angle too large 2 Side plate angle too small 3 File diameter too small 4 Depth gauge too la...

Page 24: ...Cover the chain and the guide bar with the guide bar cover before putting them in storage 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt an debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication an...

Page 25: ...ower transmission Engine displacement Maximum shaft brake power ISO 7293 Recommended maximum speed with cutting attachment Recommended speed at idling mL cm3 kW r min r min Air cooled 2 cycle single c...

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