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X7502341302

© 

02/21

 ECHO Incorporated

Operator’s 

Manual

C262

GRASS TRIMMER 

/ BRUSH CUTTER

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.

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Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

Страница 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...

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

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

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