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Shindaiwa LE262 Operator's Manual

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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.
This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.
X7502341501
© 03/2019 ECHO Inc.
Operator's
Manual
LE262

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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual LE262 Power Edger 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS LE262 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 3 Parts/Serial Number................3 Service ....................4 Consumer Product Support ..............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................4 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......4 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    SERVICING INFORMATION Parts/Serial Number Genuine SHINDAIWA Parts and Assemblies for your SHINDAIWA products are available only from an Authorized SHINDAIWA Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you.

  • Page 4: Service

    Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1-877-986-7783. Dealer information is also available on WWW.SHINDAIWA-USA.COM.

  • Page 5: International Symbols

    LE262 SAFETY 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 safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided.
  • Page 6 SAFETY LE262 Symbol Description Symbol Description Hot Surface Fuel and Oil Mixture DO NOT Allow Flames Ignition or Sparks Near Fuel ON / OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Primer Bulb Fuel Choke Control “COLD Choke Control “RUN” START” Position Position (Choke Open)

  • Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    LE262 SAFETY Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.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. Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed.
  • Page 8 SAFETY LE262 Hand Protection Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves 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 ECHO recommends wearing personal protection whenever unit is used.
  • Page 9 LE262 SAFETY The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation, which may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine.
  • Page 10 SAFETY LE262 Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI).
  • Page 11 LE262 SAFETY Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust 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.

  • Page 12: Equipment

    SAFETY LE262 Equipment Use only Shindaiwa attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO.

  • Page 13: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    LE262 EMISSION CONTROL EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “B”, “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission...

  • Page 14: Description

    Locate the safety decal(s) on your 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 example only. Your label my appear slightly different.

  • Page 15: Contents

    Due to packaging 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 check for missing parts. Power Head / Drive Shaft Assembly Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 16: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY LE262 ASSEMBLY Support Handle If necessary, position support handle for comfortable operation and securely tighten screw. Note: Label shows minimum spacing for support handle location. OPERATION Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from all openings.

  • Page 17: Fuel

    2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines. Two Stroke Oil - A 2-stroke engine oil, such as Shindaiwa branded 2-stroke oils, meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used. Shindaiwa branded 2-stroke oils meet these standards. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L- EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O.
  • Page 18 AVOID repeated or prolonged skin contact. ◆ AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors. ◆ Shindaiwa branded 2-stroke oils may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Shindaiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable.
  • Page 19 LE262 OPERATION Move at least 3 m (10 ft.) from refueling location before ◆ starting the engine. Gasoline vapor is heavier than air, and can travel along the ground to nearby sources of ignition such as electrical motors, pilot lights, and hot or running engines. Vapors ignited by an...

  • Page 20: Starting Cold Engine

    OPERATION LE262 Stored 2-stroke fuel may separate. ALWAYS shake fuel container thoroughly before each use. Used oil and gasoline, and soiled towels are hazardous waste materials. Disposal laws vary by locality. Starting Cold Engine The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury.
  • Page 21 LE262 OPERATION Choke Move choke (B) to COLD START ) (CLOSED) position. Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb (C) until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line. Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times.

  • Page 22: Starting Warm Engine

    OPERATION LE262 Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result.

  • Page 23: Stopping Engine

    LE262 OPERATION Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grip throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand. Rapidly pull recoil starter handle/rope (D) until engine fires.
  • Page 24 OPERATION LE262 Before edging, water the area to soften the ground to make edging easier. Before edging, check the area and remove all obstacles and objects that could be thrown. Plan to edge regularly to make it easier to keep a neat edge and to avoid having to make more than one pass.

  • Page 25: Maintenance

    LE262 MAINTENANCE Before edging, be sure to read and understand the entire Operator's Manual to avoid serious injury. When starting to edge, run the engine at full throttle, and lower the blade gently into the ground, being careful not to hit the concrete with the blade.

  • Page 26: Skill Levels

    MAINTENANCE LE262 Operating 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 designed to provide many hours of trouble free service. Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal.
  • Page 27 LE262 MAINTENANCE REQ’D MAINTENANCE COMPONENT/SYSTEM SKILL PROCEDURE LEVEL 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)

  • Page 28: Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE LE262 Air Filter Level 1 Parts Required: Tune Up Kit. 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. Remove air filter cover. Brush dirt from inside cover.

  • Page 29: Fuel Filter

    LE262 MAINTENANCE Assure air filter is assembled with pleats oriented vertically. Fuel Filter Level 1. Parts Required: Tune Up Kit. Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank.

  • Page 30: Spark Plug

    MAINTENANCE LE262 Do not remove the wire coil clamp to remove the fuel filter. Pinch the fuel filter with the fingers on one hand and the fuel line with the other hand. Pull and twist slightly to separate. Install the new filter with the reverse action.

  • Page 31: Cooling System

    LE262 MAINTENANCE Cooling System Level 2. To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: •...

  • Page 32: Exhaust System

    MAINTENANCE LE262 Use brush to remove dirt from the cylinder fins. Remove grass and leaves from the grid (C) between the recoil starter and fuel tank. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket Remove spark plug lead.
  • Page 33 LE262 MAINTENANCE Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Required: Heat Shield (as needed) Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler cover. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port (C).

  • Page 34: Carburetor Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE LE262 Carburetor Adjustment Level 2. When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Engine Break-In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break-in before carburetor adjustments can be made.

  • Page 35: Lubrication

    LE262 MAINTENANCE Lubrication Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. Note: Your debris shield may appear different than the debris shield shown. Gear Housing Gear cases without grease plug (A) do not require lubrication. Clean all loose debris from gear case.

  • Page 36: Edger Blade Replacement

    MAINTENANCE LE262 Edger Blade Replacement Level 1. Parts Required: Blade, new split pin Note: Replace blade when it is bent, damaged, or worn shorter than 152.4 mm (6 inches). Remove split pin (A). Align hole in inner blade adapter (B) with notch in gear...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    LE262 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flammable and may cause fire and/or explosion. Never test for ignition spark by grounding spark plug near cylinder plug hole, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status...
  • Page 38 TROUBLESHOOTING LE262 ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Air filter Air filter Normal wear Clean or replace dirty Fuel filter Contaminants or Replace filter or Fuel filter dirty residue in fuel replace fuel Fuel vent Contaminated Fuel vent...

  • Page 39: Storage

    LE262 STORAGE STORAGE During operation the muffler or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover become hot. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)

  • Page 40: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS LE262 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL LE262 Length 1753 mm (69 in.) Width 350mm (13.8 in.) Height 368 mm (14.5 in.) Weight (dry) w/o Cutter 5.3 kg (11.7 lb.) Head Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline Engine Type engine Bore 34 mm (1.34 in.) Stroke 28 mm (1.10 in.)
  • Page 41 LE262 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL LE262 Handle Front D-loop, Rear - Grip Idle Speed 3,000 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4,100 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed 11,500 RPM (W.O.T.) This spark ignition system complies with the Canadian standard ICES-002. X7502341501 © 03/2019 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 42: Product Registration

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing Shindaiwa Power Equipment Please go to http://www.shindaiwa-usa.com to register your new product on- 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 recall, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 43 LE262 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7502341501 © 03/2019 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 44 T95215001001 - T95215999999 T87714001001 - T87714999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 -usa www.shindaiwa .com...

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