Attention Statements Introduction The Shindaiwa 22-Series hand power tools are intended for Throughout this manual are special “Attention Statements.” use by homeowners and other occasional users who need high performance, reliability and durability. Shindaiwa engines WARNING! represent the leading edge of 2-cycle engine technology; deliv-...
General Safety Instructions Work Safely Stay Alert Trimmers run at very high speeds and can do serious damage You must be physically and mentally fit to operate this ma- or injury if they are misused or abused. Never allow a person chine safely.
Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately Protect eyes replace damaged or missing information hearing labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. Keep bystanders at least 50 ft. away Use handlebar when operating with a blade...
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Be Aware of the Working Environment Avoid long-term Make sure bystanders or operation in very hot or observers outside the 50-foot very cold weather. “danger zone” wear eye protection. 50 FEET Reduce the risk of bystanders being struck by flying debris. Make sure no one is within 50 feet (15 meters)—that’s about 16 paces—...
Assembly Driveshaft/Powerhead Spark Plug Clamp Screw Main Shaft Clamp must fit next to line Outer on outer-tube decal Tube 1013 Decal Clamp Tube Clamp Figure 5a 22C Brushcutter 22C Brushcutter 22C Brushcutter 22C Brushcutter 22C Brushcutter Figure 5 Connect the Outer Tube to the 3.
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Assembly Throttle Cable Install the throttle Cable 1. Route the ribbed cable under the tube clamp to the left side of the engine. 2. Connect the S-shaped end of the throttle cable to the throttle lever on top of the carburetor. See Figure 8. 3.
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Assembly Install the Cutting Attachment Shield Sub-Shield. Socket-head (when trimmer head is in use) Cap Screws 1. Attach the shield extension to the cutting attachment shield. Outer Tube Bracket WARNING! Shim NEVER use this machine without Line Cutter sub-shield when using a trimmer head.
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Assembly Install the Cutting Attachment 1. Turn the brushcutter upside down 4. Slide the blade in place so the gearcase output shaft is facing UP. Align the hole in blade holder Arbor Bolt Blade “A” with the matching hole in the gearcase flange and temporarily Output Bolt Guard...
Some types of gasoline contain higher. alcohol as an oxygenate. Oxy- Minimize the Risk of Fire! Mix with 50:1 Shindaiwa Premium genated gasoline may cause STOP engine before refueling. 2-cycle mixing oil or with an equiva- increased operating tempera- lent high quality 2-cycle mixing oil.
Starting the Engine IMPORTANT! 5. When the engine starts, slowly move Ignition the choke lever to the “OPEN” posi- Engine ignition is controlled by a two Switch tion. See Figure 21. (If the engine position switch mounted on the throttle stops after the initial start, close the housing labeled “I”...
Engine Idle Adjustment Checking and Adjusting WARNING! The engine must return to idle speed whenever the throttle lever is released. The cutting attachment must …to increase Idle speed is adjustable and must be set idle speed NEVER rotate at engine idle low enough to permit the engine clutch speeds! …to reduce...
See Figure 26. WARNING! WARNING! DO NOT use 2-tooth or NON- When making vertical cuts, never Shindaiwa approved 4-tooth allow the blade to exceed waist cutting blades with Shindaiwa height. trimmers and brushcutters. 1060 Figure 26 Cutting Grass CAUTION! Trimming and Mowing Grass...
Replace a damaged blade PAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEAL- sonal injury. ER OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED IMMEDIATELY! BY SHINDAIWA KOGYO CO., LTD. THE NOTE: USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVA- LENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURA- Using non-standard replacement parts...
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Remove the index bolt from the service until it can be inspected by a Shindaiwa dealer for inspection. gearcase. Shindaiwa-trained service technician. See Figure 30. Loosen the gearcase clamp screw.
See Figure 34. Shindaiwa 4 Tooth Blade Round Rounded File To sharpen the cutters on a Shindaiwa Radius 4 tooth blade, use a flat file. File the 1078 leading edge of each tooth to a near razors edge. The cutting edge should be Figure 33 maintained at approximately 30°...
Refill with fresh fuel of the correct mixture (gasoline Does the tank contain fresh fuel mixture incorrect. and Shindaiwa 2-cycle Mixing Oil, at a 50:1 ratio). of the proper grade? See page 10. Check for clogged fuel filter and/or vent.
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Troubleshooting Guide (continued) ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Clogged air cleaner. Clean the air cleaner element. Poor acceleration. Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter. Carburetor mixture too lean. Consult with an authorized servicing dealer. Idle speed set too low. Adjust: 3,000 RPM (±250).
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Head Office: Part Number 62038-94012 Tualatin, Oregon 97062 USA 6-2-11, Ozuka-Nishi Revision 7/05 Telephone: 503 692-3070 Asaminami-Ku, Hiroshima Shindaiwa is a registered trademark of Shindaiwa, Inc. Fax: 503 692-6696 731-3167, Japan Specifications subject to change without notice. www.shindaiwa.com Telephone: 81-82-849-2220...
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