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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.
X7502341402
© 06/20 ECHO Incorporated
Operator's
Manual
T262

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS T262 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 ......................5 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......5 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: Safety

    T262 SAFETY SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.

  • Page 6: International Symbols

    SAFETY T262 International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Warning, See Carburetor Adjustment - Operator’s Manual High Speed Mixture Wear Eye, Ear and Carburetor Adjustment - Head Protection Idle Speed Wear Hand Carburetor Adjustment - and Foot Protection Low Speed Mixture...

  • Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    T262 SAFETY Symbol Description Symbol Description Beware Thrown Do not use blades. Objects String line only. 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.
  • Page 8 SAFETY T262 Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good: • If you are tired or sick • If you are taking medication • If you have taken alcohol or drugs Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.
  • Page 9 T262 SAFETY • DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY, or clothing with loose or hanging items that could become entangled in moving parts or surrounding growth. • Keep clothing buttoned or zipped, and keep shirt tails tucked in. Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles: •...
  • Page 10 SAFETY T262 • Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking. • Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the unit or other hand-held power equipment is not required.
  • Page 11 T262 SAFETY All over head electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. This unit is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result. Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas.

  • Page 12: Equipment

    SAFETY T262 Avoid Hot Surfaces • Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Equipment Use only approved 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 INC.
  • Page 13 T262 SAFETY DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and ◆ protective covers are properly assembled to unit. NEVER reach into any opening while the engine is running. ◆ Moving parts may not be visible through openings. Position wiring safely to prevent snagging, separation of ◆...

  • Page 14: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    EMISSION CONTROL T262 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 15: 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 may appear slightly different.
  • Page 16 DESCRIPTION T262 Choke Air Cleaner Purge Bulb Spark Plug Arm Rest Spark Arrestor Muffler Or Spark Arrestor Muffler With Catalyst Fuel Tank Fuel Tank Cap Recoil Starter Handle 10. Power Head 11. Throttle Trigger Lockout 12. Stop Switch 13. Throttle Handle - For Right Hand 14.

  • Page 17: 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 18: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY T262 ASSEMBLY Support Handle Note: Label shows minimum spacing for support handle location. If necessary, position support handle for comfortable operation and securely tighten screws. Line Installation HDFH Models Install trimmer line as shown: 2 line 4 line X7502341402...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa 2-stroke or Hybrid 4-stroke gasoline engines. Use of diesel or alternative...
  • Page 20 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 21 T262 OPERATION Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. Use an approved fuel container. ◆ DO NOT smoke near fuel. ◆ DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.
  • Page 22 OPERATION T262 Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. After use • Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.

  • Page 23: Starting Cold Engine

    T262 OPERATION Starting Cold Engine The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that could cause loss of control.

  • Page 24: Starting Warm Engine

    OPERATION T262 Choke After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke (B) to the RUN ( ) (OPEN) position. Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Pull starter handle/rope until engine starts and runs.

  • Page 25: Stopping Engine

    T262 OPERATION 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. Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles.

  • Page 26: To Advance Trimmer Line (Automatic Line Head Models)

    MAINTENANCE T262 To Advance Trimmer Line (Automatic Line Head Models) See Maintenance Section for nylon line replacement. To advance trimmer line, tap trimmer head against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed. MAINTENANCE Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries.

  • Page 27: Maintenance Intervals

    T262 MAINTENANCE Level 3 = See your dealer. Click HERE or go to http://www.echo-usa.com/products/maintenance-kit HERE https://www.shindaiwa-usa.com/you-can.aspx For information about maintenance kits. Maintenance Intervals REQ’D MAINTENANCE COMPONENT/SYSTEM SKILL PROCEDURE LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect/Clean * Choke Shutter Inspect/Clean *...

  • Page 28: Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE T262 MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE NOTES: 1 Apply lithium based grease every 25 hours of use. 2 Apply lithium based grease every 50 hours of use. 3 Low evaporative fuel tanks DO NOT require regular maintenance to maintain emission integrity. * Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection.

  • Page 29: Fuel Filter

    T262 MAINTENANCE Air Filter • Lightly brush debris from filter. Replace filter if it is damaged, fuel soaked, very dirty, or the rubber sealing edges are deformed. Assemble components in reverse order. Assure air filter is assembled with pleats oriented vertically.

  • Page 30: Spark Plug

    MAINTENANCE T262 Pull fuel filter out through gas port, and inspect fuel filter. When the fuel filter is dirty, replace it as follows: 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.

  • Page 31: Cooling System

    T262 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 T262 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 T262 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 T262 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

    T262 MAINTENANCE Check idle speed and reset if necessary. If a tachometer is available, idle speed screw (A) should be set to the specifications found on “Specifications” page of this manual. Turn idle screw (A) clockwise to increase idle speed; counterclockwise to decrease idle speed.

  • Page 36: Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions

    MAINTENANCE T262 Drive Shaft (flex cable only) Loosen screw (B) and remove locating screw (C). Pull gear case and shield from drive shaft housing. Pull flexible cable (D) from the drive shaft housing, wipe clean and re-coat with 15 ml (0.5 oz.) of grease.

  • Page 37: Nylon Line Replacement

    T262 MAINTENANCE Nylon Line Replacement Wear gloves or personal injury may result: Cutoff knife is sharp. ◆ Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. ◆ Never use wire or wire-rope that can break off and become a dangerous “projectile”. Serious injury can occur.
  • Page 38 MAINTENANCE T262 Hold trimmer head while turning knob clockwise to wind line onto spool 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 ®...

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    T262 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Engine Fuel strainer or Clean or replace Fuel at No fuel at starts fuel line carburetor carburetor See your dealer hard obstructed No fuel at Carburetor See your dealer...
  • Page 40 TROUBLESHOOTING T262 ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Plug dirty Clean and adjust Spark plug Normal wear or worn or replace Engine runs, but Improper Carburetor Vibration Adjust dies adjustment Cooling Extended oper- Cooling system ation in dirty or...

  • Page 41: Storage

    T262 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 42: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS T262 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL T262 Length w/o cutter head 1788 mm (70.4 in.) Width 296mm (11.6 in.) Height 345 mm (13.6 in.) Weight (dry) w/o cutter head 5.1 kg (11.2 lb.) Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline Engine Type engine Bore 34 mm (1.34in.)

  • Page 43: Product Registration

    T262 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL T262 Shoulder Harness Optional Idle Speed 3,000 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4,100 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed 9,100 RPM (W.O.T.) X7502341402 © 06/20 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 44 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 45 T262 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7502341402 © 06/20 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 46 NOTES T262 NOTES X7502341402 © 06/20 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 47 T262 NOTES X7502341402 © 06/20 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 48 T95115001001 - T95115999999 T87514001001 - T87514999999 U43815001001 - U43815999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 -usa www.shindaiwa .com...

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