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C262

MAINTENANCE

X7502341302

02/21

ECHO Incorporated

HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx

For information about maintenance kits.

Maintenance Intervals

IMPORTANT NOTE

- Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and

your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance.

MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES:

1 Apply lithium based grease every 25 hours of use.

2 Apply lithium based grease every 50 hours of use.

COMPONENT/SYSTEM

MAINTENANCE

PROCEDURE

REQ’D

SKILL

LEVEL

Daily or Before Use

Air Filter

Inspect/Clean *

Choke Shutter

Inspect/Clean *

Fuel System

Inspect 3

Cooling System

Inspect/Clean

Recoil Starter Rope

Inspect/Clean *

Screws/Nuts/Bolts

Inspect/Tighten/Replace

Every Refuel

Fuel System

Inspect 3

3 Months

Air Filter

Replace *

Fuel Filter

Inspect *

Fuel Cap Gasket

Inspect *

Spark Plug

Inspect/Clean/Replace *

Muffler Spark Arrestor

Inspect/Clean/Replace *

Cylinder Exhaust Port

Inspect/Clean/Decarbon

Drive Shaft (Flex Cable Models)

Grease 1

Gear Housing

Grease 2

Yearly

Fuel Filter

Inspect/Replace *

Fuel Cap Gasket

Replace *

Summary of Contents for C262

Page 1: ...gine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failu...

Page 2: ...15 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 15 Description 16 Contents 18 Assembly 19 U Handle Installation 19 Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads 19 Blade Installation 20 Shield Installation 23 Nyl...

Page 3: ...rporated Cooling System 43 Exhaust System 44 Carburetor Adjustment 46 Lubrication 47 Nylon Line Replacement 48 Sharpening Metal Blades 49 Troubleshooting 51 Storage 53 Long Term Storage Over 30 Days 5...

Page 4: ...mbly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in this manual visit https www ec...

Page 5: ...all the SHINDAIWA Consumer Product Support Department at 1 877 986 7783 from 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of yo...

Page 6: ...injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The saf...

Page 7: ...and Foot Protection Carburetor Adjustment Low Speed Mixture Safety Alert Emergency Stop Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel...

Page 8: ...w P65Warnings ca gov The muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Beware of...

Page 9: ...ce shield may be worn over safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris Hand Protection Wear sturdy no slip rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handl...

Page 10: ...e operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic f...

Page 11: ...of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration Repetitive Stress Injuries RSI It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers hands arms...

Page 12: ...t contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death Read Manuals Provide all users of this equipment with literature for instructions on safe operation Clear The Work Area Always clea...

Page 13: ...ly Check that handle and harness if included are adjusted for safe comfortable operation See Assembly Section for proper adjustment Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hand...

Page 14: ...rks and risk of fire or explosion resulting in serious injury Check wire terminals for secure connections Periodically Check fuel system fuel lines vent grommet fuel tank and fuel cap for leaks especi...

Page 15: ...line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on the...

Page 16: ...unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your SHINDAIWA dealer Safety label is for examp...

Page 17: ...l Tank Cap 6 Recoil Starter Handle 7 Purge Bulb 8 Choke 9 Air Cleaner 10 Debris Shield With Cut off Knife 11 Debris Shield Without Cut off Knife 12 Cut off Knife 13 Stop Switch 14 Throttle Trigger Loc...

Page 18: ...k for damage Immediately notify your retailer or SHINDAIWA Dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts 1 Power Head Drive Shaft Assembly 1 U handle Assembly 1 O...

Page 19: ...and remove air filter cover 2 Place throttle wire assembly A into adjustment fixture B and install wire end into large carburetor throttle swivel hole C 3 Turn throttle wire retaining clip X clockwise...

Page 20: ...and cover Blade Installation You must install the U Handle and all Blade Conversion parts shown in the following instructions before operating this unit with a metal blade otherwise serious injury may...

Page 21: ...and insert head locking tool H b Remove line head I by turning it clockwise until head is completely off of shaft c Remove locking tool H d Loosen bolt and nut J K holding shield with cutoff knife to...

Page 22: ...in upper plate with notch in gear housing and insert Locking Tool H to prevent splined shaft from turning Tighten 10 mm nut securely 4 Insert Cotter Pin R in hole in PTO shaft and bend pin legs around...

Page 23: ...r metal blades or serious injury may result 1 Remove blade and blade mounting hardware if installed and retain for future use with blade conversions 2 Loosen bolt and nut J K holding shield without cu...

Page 24: ...unterclockwise until head is tight against upper plate 4 Remove locking tool H Semi automatic nylon line heads must be used only with debris shield with cut off knife Using nylon line heads with debri...

Page 25: ...ys stop engine disconnect spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit Engine exhaust IS HOT and contains Carbo...

Page 26: ...barrier bar or restrictive harness U Handle ensures a higher safety factor Do Not install blades on GT Curved Shaft model trimmers Arbor diameter of upper blade plate must match arbor diameter of blad...

Page 27: ...chance of kick out and injury to yourself and bystanders Never use an edging blade circular saw blade or any other type of unapproved blade 3 Tooth Grass Weed Blades may be used wherever the nylon lin...

Page 28: ...eeth during unit transportation Use Shoulder Waist Harness Use of the shoulder waist harness is recommended for ALL Trimmer brushcutter use not just blade operation The shoulder waist harness when use...

Page 29: ...f ECHO branded fuel is recommended to extend engine life in all air cooled 2 stroke and 2 4 stroke hybrid engines Two Stroke Oil A 2 stroke engine oil such as Shindaiwa branded 2 stroke oils meeting I...

Page 30: ...uel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill fuel...

Page 31: ...Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container Storage Fuel storage laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an appr...

Page 32: ...thrown and surfaces that could cause loss of control 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A backward away from the STOP position 2 Choke Move choke lever B to COLD START position 3 Purge Bulb Pump p...

Page 33: ...move choke lever back to RUN position Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Pull recoil starter handle rope...

Page 34: ...s personal injury may result Note If attachment moves readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your dealer 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch button A back...

Page 35: ...P position If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position close choke COLD START position to stall engine Have your dealer repair stop switch before using unit again Applications N...

Page 36: ...nce or loss of control of the equipment resulting in serious injury to operator and bystanders Understanding what causes these reactive forces may help you to avoid them and can help you to maintain c...

Page 37: ...ing the cut Avoiding obstacles and ground hazards Using extra care when cutting harder materials such as extremely dry brush saplings and small trees Cutting from a stable secure position Blade Cuttin...

Page 38: ...intained unit can result in serious injuries to operator or bystanders Always follow all maintenance instructions as written otherwise serious personal injury may result Your unit is designed to provi...

Page 39: ...T SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQ D SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1 Choke Shutter Inspect Clean 1 Fuel System Inspect 3 1 Cooling System Inspect Clean 2 Recoil Starter Rope...

Page 40: ...aner area 2 Remove air filter cover Brush dirt from inside cover Assure throttle wire retaining clip A remains in place as shown when removing or installing air filter cover 3 Remove foam pre filter B...

Page 41: ...Fuel Filter from tank 1 Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank 2 Pull fuel filter out through gas port and inspect fuel filter 3 When the fuel filter is dirty re...

Page 42: ...later equipment only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose Fines up to 37 500 may be enforced for using an un certified replacement part Spark Pl...

Page 43: ...are blocked preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of c...

Page 44: ...stor Screen Gasket 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Remove muffler cover A 3 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon or dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove spark arrestor screen cover B gaske...

Page 45: ...r exhaust port C Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder...

Page 46: ...ired High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting and durability performance up to 330 m 1100 ft above sea level ASL 96 0 kPa To maintain proper engi...

Page 47: ...se to increase idle speed counterclockwise to decrease idle speed Lubrication Level 1 Parts Required Lithium Based Grease Gear Case Gear cases without grease plug A do not require lubrication 1 Clean...

Page 48: ...e 4 Install the gear housing and shield assembly Nylon Line Replacement Wear gloves or personal injury may result Cutoff knife is sharp Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot 1 Cut one piece of line...

Page 49: ...tal Blades Several styles of metal blades are approved for use on the Brushcutter The 8 tooth blade can be sharpened during normal maintenance The clearing blade and 80 tooth blade require professiona...

Page 50: ...emain A sharp corner will lead to a crack and blade failure If an electric grinder is used use care not to overheat teeth do not allow tips tooth to glow red or turn blue DO NOT place blade in cooling...

Page 51: ...ed Clean or replace See your dealer Fuel at cylinder No fuel at cylinder Carburetor See your dealer Muffler wet with fuel Fuel mixture too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor...

Page 52: ...filter Fuel filter dirty Contaminants or residue in fuel Replace filter or replace fuel Fuel vent Fuel vent plugged Contaminated fuel Clean or replace Spark plug Plug dirty or worn Normal wear Clean a...

Page 53: ...ion 3 Remove accumulation of grease oil dirt and debris from exterior of unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Tighten all the screws and nuts 6 Drain fuel tank comp...

Page 54: ...6 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Gasoline Oil Ratio 50 1 Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol more than 10 ethyl alcohol or 15 MTBE Do not use alternati...

Page 55: ...55 02 21 ECHO Incorporated This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES 002 Shoulder Harness Optional Idle Speed 3 000 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4 100 RPM Wide Open Throttle S...

Page 56: ...n line It s FAST and EASY NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recal...

Page 57: ...C262 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7502341302 57 02 21 ECHO Incorporated...

Page 58: ...NOTES C262 58 X7502341302 02 21 ECHO Incorporated NOTES...

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Page 60: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www shindaiwa usa com U44315001001 U44315999999 T87614001001 T87614999999 T95015001001 T95015999999...

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