Shindaiwa LE260, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized modifica-
tions or alterations to any of these units
or their components.
Product Description
Using the accompanying illustrations as a
guide, familiarize yourself with your unit
and its components. Understanding your
unit helps ensure top performance, long
service life, and safer operation.
Edger
Blade
Depth
Adjustment
Outer Tube
Handle
Grip
LE260 LAWN EDGER
Cutting
Attachment Shield
Figure 4
Spark Plug
Fuel
Tank
Tank Protector
Ignition
Switch
Specifications
LE260 Dry Weight (less attachments) .....................5.6 kg/12.3 lb.
Engine Model .............................................................Shindaiwa S260
Engine Type ..............................2-cycle, vertical-cylinder, air-cooled
Bore x Stroke ........................................... 32 x 30 mm/1.26 x 1.18 in.
Displacement .......................................................... 24.1 cc/1.5 cu. in.
Maximum Power Output ..........1.2 hp/0.9 kW @ 7500 RPM (min
-1
)
Fuel/Oil Ratio ..................... 50:1 with Shindaiwa 2-cycle Mixing Oil
Fuel Tank Capacity .....................................................600 cc/20.3 oz.
Carburetor Type ........................................TK-DPN, diaphragm-type
Ignition ................................... Fully electronic, transistor-controlled
Spark Plug .................................................................. Champion CJ8Y
(for EMC compliance use NGK BMR6A)
Air Filter ..................................Non-reversible flocked filter element
Starting Method ......................................................................... Recoil
Stopping Method .............................................................. Slide switch
Transmission Type ............................. Automatic, centrifugal-clutch
w/bevel gear
EPA Emission Compliance Period* ................................ Category A
* 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).
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Prior to Assembly
Before assembling, make sure you have all
the components required for a complete
unit:

Engine assembly

Outer tube assembly

Cutting attachment shield

Kit containing debris shield mounting
bracket and hardware, operator’s handle
and hardware, this manual and tool kit
for routine maintenance. Tool kits vary
by model and may include a hex wrench,
spark-plug/screwdriver combination
wrench, and 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.
Carefully inspect all components for damage.