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- Page 1 X7502824900 04/10 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL T254 TRIMMER WARNING! Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and hearing pro- tection when operating this unit.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
If you have questions regarding your H4 series hand-held power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual. -
Page 3: Safety
Warning and Operational Labels Read and follow this operator's manual. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.. Wear eye and hearing protection at all times during operation of this unit. Wear head protection where there is a risk of falling objects. -
Page 4: Safety Labels
Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local autho- rized Shindaiwa dealer. Always wear eye protection such as goggles or safety glasses to shield against thrown objects. -
Page 5: Product Description
Using the illustration as a guide, familiarize your- self with your machine and its various compo- nents. Understanding your machine helps ensure top performance, long service life and safer operation. Gearcase Trimmer Head Make sure bystanders or observers outside the 15 meter (50 feet) “danger... -
Page 6: Specifications
Specifications Engine Name Engine Type Dry Weight (Without guard and strap) Bore x Stroke Displacement Fuel/Oil Ratio Fuel Tank Capacity Carburetor Type Ignition Spark Plug** Spark Plug Gap Torque Air Cleaner Type Starting Method Stopping Method Transmission Type Engine Idle Speed Clutch Engagement Speed Wide Open Throttle Speed (W.O.T.) Specifications are subject to change without notice. -
Page 7: Nylon Line Replacement
A standard grass trimmer with a loop handle should NEVER be operated with blade-type attachments. For blade use, the trimmer must be fitted with a bicycle-type handlebar or a barrier bar that is located in front of the opera- tor to reduce the risk of the operator from coming in contact with the cutting attachment (per ANSI B175.3). When using a blade, the unit must also be equipped with a harness or strap. -
Page 8: Front Handle Installation
Front handle installation Label shows minimum spacing for front handle location. 1. Position front handle for comfortable operation and secure screws. Adjust throttle lever free play The throttle lever free play should be approximately 4 - 6 mm (3/16” - 1/4”). -
Page 9: Mixing Fuel
Mixing Fuel WARNING! Alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. -
Page 10: Filling The Fuel Tank
Mixing Instructions 1. Fill an approved fuel container with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add the proper amount of engine oil to gasoline. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline. Add remaining gasoline, close fuel container, and remix. -
Page 11: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF or STOP. WARNING! Never start the engine from the operating position. Slide the ignition switch to the “ON” position. Set the throttle lever to the “fast idle”: Depress and hold the throttle lock, then squeeze the throttle trigger. -
Page 12: Stopping The Engine
Checking Unit Condition NEVER operate the unit with the cutting attachment shield or other protec- tive devices removed! Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa trimmer. Do not make modifications to this unit without written approval from Shindaiwa, Inc. -
Page 13: Operation
Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. Cutting grass with a trimmer head Your Shindaiwa unit may be equipped with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer head models, each with features for specific applications and/or operational requirements. -
Page 14: Maintenance
Air Filter The H4 engine that powers your Shindaiwa model is a hybrid 4-stroke engine. As a hybrid, the engine is lubricated by oil mixed with the gasoline and air from the carburetor that moves through and around the internal parts of the engine in a similar way that a 2-stroke engine is lubricated. -
Page 15: Hour Maintenance
Maintenance (continued) 10-Hour maintenance (more frequently in dusty conditions) Remove the air filter cover by loos- ening the cover screw(s) and lifting. Remove and inspect the pre-filter. If the pre-filter is torn or otherwise damaged, replace it with a new one. - Page 16 Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel filter from inside the fuel tank. Inspect the fuel filter element. If it shows signs of contamination, replace with a genu- ine Shindaiwa replacement fuel filter element. ■ Before reinstalling the new filter ele-...
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Page 17: Valve Adjustment
Shindaiwa-trained service technician. IMPORTANT! The valve clearance should be adjusted. It is highly recommended that this is done by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician. Valve Adjustment Remove cylinder cover, rocker arm cover, and spark plug. Rotate the crankshaft while observing the pis- ton through the spark plug open- ing. -
Page 18: Carburetor Adjustment
Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations. Carburetor adjustments, other than idle speed, must be performed by an authorized Shindaiwa dealer.. Engine Cover Screws... -
Page 19: Long Term Storage
The cutting attachment must NEVER rotate at engine idle! If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the procedure described here, return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection. Idle Speed Adjustment Place the unit on the ground, then start the engine, and then allow it to idle 2-3 minutes until warm. -
Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide
50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Adjust valves. Remedy Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Tighten and re-test. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane... - Page 21 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Refill with fresh, clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane...
- Page 22 Idle engine until cool. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle speed. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle speed. Replace spring/shoes as required, check idle speed.
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Page 23: Warranty
The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as prescribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your Shindaiwa unit to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made. - Page 24 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/ tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the Shindaiwa oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.
- Page 25 Authorized Dealer within 100 miles, ECHO Inc. will pay to ship the unit to the nearest authorized dealer. If you have questions regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact ECHO Inc. at 1-800-673-1558, web site WWW.ECHO-USA.COM or contact Shindaiwa at 1-877-986- 7783, web site WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM.
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Page 28: Servicing Information
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, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine. For future reference, write them in the space provided below.