2
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
NEVER
operate the engine when trans-
porting the unit.
NEVER
operate the engine indoors!
Make sure there is always good ventila-
tion. Fumes from engine exhaust can
cause serious injury or death.
ALWAYS
use the proper cutting tool for
the job.
ALWAYS
stop the unit immediately if
it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.
Inspect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
NEVER
extend trimming line beyond
the length specified for your unit.
ALWAYS
keep the unit as clean as
practical. Keep it free of loose vegeta-
tion, mud, etc.
ALWAYS
hold the unit firmly with both
hands when cutting or trimming, and
maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS
keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS
disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any
maintenance work.
ALWAYS
if a blade should bind fast in
a cut, shut off the engine immediately.
Push the branch or tree to ease the bind
and free the blade.
Introduction
Attention Statements .................................. 2
Safety Information ....................................... 2
Safety Labels ................................................ 4
Product Description .................................... 6
Specifications ............................................... 6
Assembly ...................................................... 7
Installing Cutting Attachments ................ 11
Engine Fuel ............................................... 15
Starting the Engine ................................... 16
Stopping The Engine ................................ 16
Adjusting Engine Idle ............................... 17
Checking Unit Condition ......................... 17
Shoulder Strap ........................................... 17
Cutting Grass (trimmer head) ................ 18
Using a Brushcutter Blade ...................... 19
Using the Edger ........................................ 20
Maintenance .............................................. 21
Muffler Service ......................................... 23
Long Term Storage ................................... 24
Blade Sharpening ...................................... 24
Troubleshooting Guide ............................ 25
Emission System Warranty ...................... 26
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The Shindaiwa 260-series hand held power
equipment has been designed and built to
deliver superior performance and reliability
without compromise to quality, comfort,
safety, or durability.
Shindaiwa’s high-performance engines rep-
resent the leading edge of 2-cycle engine
technology, delivering exceptionally high
power with remarkably low displacement
and weight. As an owner/operator, you’ll
soon discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is
simply in a class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this manual
describes units available at the time of
publication.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior notice,
and without obligation, to make alterations
to units previously manufactured.
Contents
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth de-
fects or other reproductive harm.
Throughout this manual are special
“Attention Statements”.
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described in
this manual are intended to help you get
the most from your unit, and to protect you
and others from harm. These procedures
are guidelines for safe operation under most
conditions, and are not intended to replace
any safety rules and/or laws that may be in
force in your area.
If you have questions regarding your 260-
series unit, or if you do not understand
something in this manual, your Shindaiwa
dealer will be glad to assist you.
You may also contact Shindaiwa, Inc. at the
address printed on the back of this Manual.
Attention Statements
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information that
should be acted upon to avoid damag-
ing the unit.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word “NOTE”
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the trian-
gular attention symbol and the word
“WARNING” contains information that
should be acted upon to prevent seri-
ous bodily injury.
Read and follow this�
operators manual.�
Failure to do so could�
result in serious injury.
�
Wear eye and hearing�
protection at all times�
during the operation �
of this unit.
Keep bystanders�
at least 50 feet (15 m)�
away during operation.
Beware of thrown or �
ricocheted objects.
Do not operate this unit�
with a blade unless the�
unit is equipped with a�
handlebar.
Always wear a harness�
when operating this unit�
with a blade. A harness�
is also recommended when �
using trimmer line.�
�
If unit is used as a �
brushcutter, beware of�
blade thrust. A jammed�
blade can cause the unit�
to jerk suddenly and may�
cause the operator to�
lose control of the unit.�
�
�
Work Safely
Trimmers and brushcutter operate at very
high speeds and can do serious damage or
injury if they are misused or abused.
Never
allow a person without training or instruc-
tion to operate this unit!
General Safety Instructions
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized attachment
installations.
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