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X7502341402

06/20

ECHO Incorporated

Operator’s

Manual

T262

Grass Trimmer /

Brushcutter

The engine 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.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.

Summary of Contents for T262

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: ...Emissions Control Information 14 Description 15 Contents 17 Assembly 18 Support Handle 18 Line Installation HDFH Models 18 Operation 19 Fuel 19 Starting Cold Engine 23 Starting Warm Engine 24 Stopping...

Page 3: ...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 4: ...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 5: ...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 6: ...retor Adjustment Idle Speed Wear Hand 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 I...

Page 7: ...ecome extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly...

Page 8: ...es to improve your grip on the handles Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches cold environments and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Hearing Ear Protection...

Page 9: ...persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine In the absence of such information ECHO does not recommend the use of this mach...

Page 10: ...loping a Repetitive Stress Injury RSI An extreme RSI condition is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome CTS which could occur when your wrist swells and squeezes a vital nerve that runs through the area Some believe...

Page 11: ...ators and fellow workers must be warned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 50 ft 15 m while the unit is in use Outside the 15 m 50 ft zone there is still a risk of injury from...

Page 12: ...e that shield is properly installed and that the cut off knife is securely in place Replace if either is damaged or missing Check that the cutting attachment is firmly attached and in safe operating c...

Page 13: ...hind the air filter area Do not place wiring directly against hot engine components Check wiring and connectors for nicks cuts exposed wire or other damage and repair or replace as needed Exposed wire...

Page 14: ...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 15: ...r 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 exam...

Page 16: ...r With Catalyst 7 Fuel Tank 8 Fuel Tank Cap 9 Recoil Starter Handle 10 Power Head 11 Throttle Trigger Lockout 12 Stop Switch 13 Throttle Handle For Right Hand 14 Throttle Trigger 15 Support Handle For...

Page 17: ...aging restrictions some assembly may be necessary After opening the carton check for damage Immediately notify your retailer or SHINDAIWA Dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to ch...

Page 18: ...ASSEMBLY Support Handle Note Label shows minimum spacing for support handle location 1 If necessary position support handle for comfortable operation and securely tighten screws Line Installation HDFH...

Page 19: ...fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks metal or...

Page 20: ...and J A S O M345 FD certified oil will void the 2 stroke engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swallowed Heated oil can release...

Page 21: ...eakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is heavier than air and...

Page 22: ...laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away f...

Page 23: ...h A away from the STOP position 2 Choke Move choke B to COLD START CLOSED position 3 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an...

Page 24: ...r 5 pulls repeat instructions 2 5 6 Throttle Trigger After engine warm up grip throttle handle and support handle Depress the throttle trigger lockout and gradually depress throttle trigger to increas...

Page 25: ...dle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand Rapidly pull recoil starter handle rope D until engine fires Note If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Thro...

Page 26: ...ing a poorly maintained 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 de...

Page 27: ...CE 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 Inspect Clean 1 S...

Page 28: ...Close choke COLD START position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area 2 Remove air filter cover Brush dirt...

Page 29: ...Assemble components in reverse order Assure air filter is assembled with pleats oriented vertically Fuel Filter Level 1 Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing storing or handling or serio...

Page 30: ...ngines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment only...

Page 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...96 0 kPa To maintain proper engine operation above 330 m 1100 ft ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized service dealer If the engine is adjusted for operation above 330 m 1100 ft...

Page 35: ...on Specifications page of this manual Turn idle screw A clockwise to increase idle speed counterclockwise to decrease idle speed Lubrication Level 1 Parts Required Lithium Based Grease Gear Case Gear...

Page 36: ...of grease 3 Slide the flexible cable D back in the drive housing DO NOT get dirt on the flex cable 4 Install the gear housing and shield assembly Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions Note For norm...

Page 37: ...hot Never use wire or wire rope that can break off and become a dangerous projectile Serious injury can occur 1 Cut one piece of line to recommended length 2 0 mm 0 080 in diameter 6 m 20 ft 2 4 mm 0...

Page 38: ...pool until about 13 cm 5 in of each line remains exposed Trimmer head is now fully loaded and ready for operation When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the Speed Feed head are worn smooth...

Page 39: ...h fuel Fuel mixture too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark Stop switch OFF Electrical problem Inter lock switch Turn switc...

Page 40: ...ies or Engine does not acceler ate properly Spark plug Plug dirty or worn Normal wear Clean and adjust or replace Carburetor Improper adjustment Vibration Adjust Cooling system Cooling system dirty or...

Page 41: ...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 42: ...soline and Two stroke Oil Fuel 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 alternative fuels such as E15 o...

Page 43: ...T262 SPECIFICATIONS X7502341402 43 06 20 ECHO Incorporated Shoulder Harness Optional Idle Speed 3 000 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4 100 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed W O T 9 100 RPM MODEL T262...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...T262 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7502341402 45 06 20 ECHO Incorporated...

Page 46: ...NOTES T262 46 X7502341402 06 20 ECHO Incorporated NOTES...

Page 47: ...T262 NOTES X7502341402 47 06 20 ECHO Incorporated...

Page 48: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www shindaiwa usa com T95115001001 T95115999999 T87514001001 T87514999999 U43815001001 U43815999999...

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