C263S - Grass trimmer Shindaiwa - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL C263S Shindaiwa

For safe use of your product 3

Description 8

Before you start 9

Packing list 9

Assembly 10

Loop handle version 10

U-handle version. 10

Installation of shield 11

Installing nylon line cutting head 11

With metal blade 12

Adjusting the balance 13

Preparing the fuel 13

Engine operation. 15

Starting the engine 15

Stopping the engine 16

Trimming operation 17

Using shoulder harness 18

1. Basic trimming operation with nylon line cutting head 18

Basic trimming operation with metal blade 20

Maintenance and care 21

Servicing guidelines 21

Maintenance and care 21

Storage 27

Specifications 28

Declaration of conformity 30

Important information

▲WARNING

Please ensure that you read the operator's manual before using your product.

About your operator's manual ○ This manual contains necessary information about the assembly, operation, and maintenance of your product. Please read it carefully and absorb its contents. ○ Always keep your manual in a place where it is readily accessible. ○ If you have lost your manual or it is damaged and no longer readable, please purchase a new one from your dealer. ○ The units used in this manual are SI units (International System of Units). Figures in parentheses are reference values, and there may be a slight conversion error in some cases. Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Intended use of this product ○ This product is lightweight, high-performance, petrol engineered unit designed for weed control, grass trimming and brush cutting in areas difficult to control by any other means. ○ Do not use this unit for any purpose other than aforementioned. ○ The content of this manual may be changed without notice for the purpose of upgrades to the product. Some of the illustrations used may differ from the product itself in order to make the explanations clearer. ○ Please consult your dealer if anything is unclear or of concern. Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Do not modify the product ○ You must not modify the product. To do so could lead to an accident or serious injury. Any malfunction resulting from a modification to the product will not be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

Do not use the product unless it has been checked and maintained ○ You must not use the product unless it has been checked and maintained. Always ensure that the product is checked and maintained on a regular basis. Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Loaning or assigning your product ○ When loaning your product to another party, ensure that the person borrowing the product receives the operator's manual along with it. ○ If you assign your product to another party, please enclose the operator's manual with the product when handing it over. Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Users of the product ○ The product should not be used by: ◆ people who are tired ◆ people who have taken alcohol ◆ people who are on medication ◆ people who are pregnant ◆ people who are in poor physical condition ◆ people who have not read the operator's manual ◆ children ○ Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their property. Failure to observe these instructions could lead to an accident. ○ The ignition system of this product generates electromagnetic fields during operation. Magnetic fields can cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. To reduce health risks, we recommend that pacemaker users consult their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this product.

For safe use of your product

WARNING

Vibration and cold ○It is believed that a condition called Raynaud's Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and burning, followed by loss of colour and numbness in the fingers. The following precautions are strongly recommended because the minimum exposure which might trigger the ailment is unknown. •Keep your body warm, especially the head and neck, feet and ankles, and hands and wrists. •Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking. •Limit the number of hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating the trimmer or other hand-held power equipment is not required. •If you experience discomfort redness and swelling of the fingers, followed by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physician before exposing yourself further to cold and vibration. Failure to observe these instructions could result in damage to your health.

Repetitive stress injuries ○It is believed that over-using the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness and extreme pain to the areas just mentioned. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a repetitive stress injury (RSI). To reduce the risk of RSI, do the following: •Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended or twisted position. •Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands. Reduce the speed and force in which you do the repetitive movement. •Do exercises to strengthen hand and arm muscles. •See a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness or pain in your fingers, hands, wrists or arms. The sooner RSI is diagnosed, the more likely permanent nerve and muscle damage can be prevented. Failure to observe these instructions could result in damage to your health.

Proper training ○Do not permit operation without proper training and protective equipment. ○Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and proper use of unit. ○Know how to stop the unit and shut off the engine. ○Know how to unhook a harnessed unit quickly. ○Never allow anyone to use the unit without proper instruction. Failure to observe these instructions could result in damage to your health.

Wear proper clothing ○Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. ○Do not wear ties, jewellery, or loose, dangling clothing which could be caught in the unit. ○Do not wear open toed footwear, or go bare-foot or barelegged. Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to your sight or hearing, or lead to a serious injury.

Wear protective gear ○Always wear the following protective gear when working with the trimmer. 1. Head protection (helmet): Protects the head 2. Ear muffs or ear plugs: Protect the hearing 3. Safety goggles: Protect the eyes 4. Face shield: Protects the face 5. Safety gloves: Protect the hands from cold and vibration 6. Work clothes that fit (long sleeves, long trousers): Protect the body 7. Heavy duty, non-slip protective boots (with toecaps) or non-slip work shoes (with toecaps): Protect the feet 8. Shin guards: Protect the legs Failure to observe these precautions could result in damage to your sight or hearing, or lead to a serious injury. ○When necessary, please use the protective gear below. •Dust mask: Protects the breathing apparatus •Bee net: To deal with attacks by bees

For safe use of your product

WARNING

Environment of use and operation

Do not use the product:

under poor weather conditions.
on steep slopes or in places which give no secure foothold and are thus slippery.
at night or in dark places with poor visibility.

When using the product on a gentle slope, work in a level, contour-like motion.

A serious injury could result if you fall or slip, or fail to operate the product correctly.

For your own health and your safe and comfortable work, operate the machine within the air temperature range of -5^ to 40^ .

Failure to observe these instructions could result in damage to your health.

Being prepared in case of an injury

In the unlikely event of an accident or injury, please ensure that you are prepared.

First aid kit
Towels and wipes (to stop any bleeding)
Whistle or mobile phone (for calling outside help)

If you are unable to perform first aid or call for outside help, the injury could worsen.

Put safety first in the case of fire or smoke

If fire comes from the engine or smoke appears from any area other than the exhaust vent, first distance yourself from the product to ensure your physical safety.
Use a shovel to throw sand or other such material on the fire to prevent it from spreading, or put it out with a fire extinguisher.

A panicked reaction could result in the fire and other damage becoming more extensive.

Warning notices

DANGER WARNING CAUTION

This symbol accompanied by the word "DANGER" calls attentions to an act or a condition which will lead to serious personal injury or death of operators and bystanders.

This symbol accompanied by the word "WARNING" calls attentions to an act or a condition which can lead to serious personal injury or death of operators and bystanders.

"CAUTION" indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Other indicators

NOTE IMPORTANT

Circle and slash symbol means whatever is shown is prohibited.

This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and maintenance of the product.

Framed text featuring the word "IMPORTANT" contains important information about the use, checking, maintenance and storage of the product described in this manual.

Symbols

Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application

Symbol form/shape Symbol description/application

Carefully read the operator's manual

The maximum speed of the cutting attachment shaft in r/min

Wear eyes, ears and head protection

Keep bystanders away 15m

For safe use of your product

Symbol form/shape Symbol	Description/applica- tion	Symbol form/shape Symbol	Description/applica- tion
STOP	Wear foot protection and gloves	+6	Petrol and oil mixture
	Emergency stop	| |	Choke Control "Cold Start" Position (Choke Closed)
Warning! Thrown objects!		| |	Choke Control "Run" Position (Choke Open)
Warning, side thrust		T	Carburettor adjustment - Idle speed
Usage without shield not per- mitted		L	U-handle
Usage of metal blades not permitted		-	Loop handle
Usage of nylon line cutting head not permitted		S	Beware of high-temperature areas
Do not use the product in places with poor ventilation		LWA dB	Guaranteed sound power level
Beware of fire Engine start
Beware of electric shocks		| |	Purge bulb (Primer)

Safety decal(s)

The safety decal shown below has been attached to the products described in this manual. Ensure that you understand what the decal means before using your product.
If the decal becomes unreadable due to wear and tear or damage, or peels off and is lost, please purchase a replacement decal from your dealer and attach it in the location shown in the illustrations below. Ensure that the decal is readable at all times.

(1. Part number 890617-43130)

1. Angle transmission Having two gears to change the angle of rotating axis.
2. Cutting attachment Nylon line cutting head for cutting grass and weed.
3. Cutting attachment 3 cutter blade for cutting grass, garden debris and weeds.
4. Shield Device to protect the operator from accidental contact with the cutting head and thrown objects.
5. Cut off knife Cut nylon line to adjust line length to proper swath.
6. Shaft tube Part of the unit that provides a casing for power transmission shaft.
7. Loop-handle Light weight, suitable for nylon line trimmer.
8. U-handle Having the configuration of a bicycle handle bar to reduce working effort compared to a loop-handle.

9. Suspension point Device on which the harness can be hooked.

10. Ignition switch "Slide switch" mounted on top of the throttle trigger housing, move switch forward to RUN, backward to STOP position.

11. Throttle trigger Activated by the operator's finger for controlling the engine speed.
12. Throttle trigger lockout Locks throttle trigger in the idling position until you have a proper grip with your right hand around the handle.
13. Air cleaner cover Covers air filter.
14. Fuel tank cap For closing the fuel tank.
15. Fuel tank Contains fuel and fuel filter.
16. Starter handle Pull handle to start the engine.
17. Silencer cover Cover the silencer not to make operator touch the hot surface of silencer.
18. Spark plug
19. Shoulder harness An adjustable strap to suspend unit.
20. Blade cover When transporting the unit, use the appropriate metal blade cover.
21. Type and serial number

Packing list

The following parts are packed separately in the packing box.
- When you have unpacked the box, please check the parts that it contains.
- Contact your dealer if anything is missing or broken.

1. Engine and shaft tube
2. Shield (for nylon line cutting head)
3. Shield (for metal blade)
4. Shoulder harness

5. Loop handle

6. Nylon line cutting head

7. Operator's manual
8. Locking tool
9. Socket wrench
10. L-wrench

1. Engine and shaft tube
2. U-handle
3. Shield (for nylon line cutting head)
4. Shield (for metal blade)
5. Shoulder harness

6. Nylon line cutting head

7. 3 cutter blade
   8.Blade cover

8. Operator's manual
9. Locking tool
10. Socket wrench
11. L-wrench

Assembly

WARNING

Read the operator's manual carefully to ensure that you assemble the product correctly. Using a product that has been incorrectly assembled could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Loop handle version Loop handle assembly

Assemble loop handle (A) and bracket (C) to drive shaft assembly.

Position handle in comfortable operating position and tighten Bolts (B).

E:ArrowF:To engine

CAUTION

Install the handle to the engine side from the arrow mark.

U-handle version U-handle assembly

1. Install handle assembling bracket (upper) (A) in handle assembling bracket (lower) (B) and fix handle by tightening handle assembling bolt (C) lightly.

2. Adjust inclination of handle to adequate position (easy to operate) and tighten firmly handle assembling bolt.

3. To adjust the fixture bolt (D) proceed (As needed)

(1) Tighten the bolts until snug.
(2) Loosen the bolts 1^1 / _2 turn.

E:Arrow

F: To engine

CAUTION

Install the handle to the engine side from the arrow mark.

1. To eliminate loosening of throttle wire (I), fix it to shaft tube (H) (2 places) and to right hand U-handle (1 place) with wire fixing clips (G).

CAUTION

After assembly, adjust the play of wire end (J) on carbu- rettor (L) side to 1mm - 2mm

K: Nuts

Installation of shield

Installing nylon line cutting head

1. Fit shield (A) to mounting portion of angle transmission and tighten 4 bolts (B).

2. Insert locking tool (A) into a hole located on the right side of angle transmission while forcing retainer spring to the left side.

3. Insert locking tool further into blade retainer fixing slot (B) to fix output shaft.
4. Using the socket wrench, remove the nut (C), cup (D), and lower blade retainer (E).
5. Nut, cup, and lower blade retainer are not used with a nylon line cutting head.

CAUTION

Fix output shaft securely using locking tool in order to prevent it form rotating when nylon cutting head is mounted.

1. Thread nylon line cutting head (F) onto shaft (anticlockwise) until it is tight.
2. Remove locking tool.

With metal blade Method to change shield

Installing blade

• There are two types of shields: namely the one used exclusively for nylon line cutting head and the other one used exclusively for metal blade. When metal blade is used, use the shield for metal blade.
• Fully loosen the bolt (A) on the right side of the bracket (B) to slide the shield. The bolt itself cannot be removed from the bracket.
• Pushing the button (C), slide the shield (D) to the left and remove it.
• Put shield of other type (E) into groove and slide it to the right until it stops. Be sure to tighten the bolt.

WARNING

Wear heavy duty gloves when working with the trimmer blade.
- When replacing the trimmer blade during a trimming task, ensure that the engine is switched off and that the blades have stopped.
When turning the product over to replace the trimmer blade, ensure that the fuel tank cap is securely in place.
Do not attempt to fit the trimmer blade with one hand or without using the socket spanner. Fit the trimmer blade accurately using the supplied socket spanner and tighten firmly in position.
Do not use any tools other than the provided socket spanner to tighten the blade; a pneumatic or electric tool may tighten the blade more than necessary and cause the nut or the output shaft to break.
If worn nut and cup for blade are used, there is a danger of blade getting loose. Replace them with new one. Failure to do so could lead to an injury or serious accident, or cause a fire.

1. Inspect blades (A) before installation. Check for sharpness. Dull blades increase the risk of blade kickback reactions. Small cracks can develop into fractures resulting in a piece of blade flying off during operation. Discard cracked blades no matter how small the crack.
2. Insert locking tool (B) into a hole located on the right side of angle transmission while forcing retainer spring to the left side.
3. Insert locking tool further into blade retainer fixing slot (C) to fix output shaft.
4. Using the socket wrench, remove the nut (D), cup (E), and lower blade retainer (F).
5. Securely tighten the blade, lower blade retainer, cup, and nut by hand.

CAUTION

Fix output shaft securely using locking tool in order to prevent it from rotating when blade is mounted. Otherwise, the blade fastening nut will not be tightened sufficiently.

1. Tighten the nut (turn anticlockwise) using a socket wrench. Never fasten while applying your weight. Otherwise the thread of nut could be broken.

2. Remove locking tool.

Adjusting the balance Adjusting the shoulder harness

WARNING

This product is designed to fit a wide variety of body sizes, but may not be adjustable for extremely tall persons. Do not use the unit if your feet can reach the cutting attachment when the unit is attached to the harness.

IMPORTANT

A person's size can affect the balancing adjustment. Also the balancing procedure may not work with some units on some persons. If the shoulder harness does not fit you or cannot be adjusted well, please ask your dealer for assistance.

• The accompanying shoulder harness is suitable for people of standard adult physique, who are 150cm - 195cm in height and 60cm - 140cm in waist size.
• Use a shoulder harness when provided or when recommended in this manual. Adjust both harness and the suspension point (A) on the unit so the unit hangs with the cutting attachment a few centimetres above ground level (B).
• The cutting attachment and shield should be level in all directions. Harness the unit on the right side as shown.

Balance tool for a level plane of cutting head rotation

• Slide suspension point up and down the tube to find the right balance. Rotate the clamp to level the cutting attachment and shield. Lock in position. If the suspension point is a free-spinning type, the unit may tend to roll over sideways, however, you should still level the attachment and shield on the front-to-rear axis.
• Balancing and levelling, as above, may require relocation of the clamp and readjustment of the harness straps. Also, each type of cutting attachment and shield mounted on the unit may require balancing.

Preparing the fuel

DANGER

Do not fuel up while the engine is hot or in operation.
Do not smoke or hold a flame near when refuelling.

If you do so, the fuel could ignite and cause fire, leading to burns.

WARNING

Do not fill fuel tanks indoors. Always fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground. Do not refuel the product on the loading platform of a truck, or in other such places.
- Fuel tanks/cans may be under pressure. Always loosen fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize. Otherwise, fuel may get spewed.
Mop up any fuel that overflows or spills out due to overfilling. Fuel spills can cause fire and burns when ignited.
After refuelling, always check that there are no leaks or discharges of fuel from the fuel pipe, fuel system grommets, or around the fuel tank cap. If you do find fuel leaks or discharges, stop using the product immediately and contact your dealer to have it repaired.

Any fuel leaks could cause fire.

• Keep the refuelling tank in a shaded area away from fire.
  Use an approved fuel container.

IMPORTANT

Fuel is a mixture of regular grade petrol and an air-cooled 2-stroke engine oil. Minimum 89 Octane unleaded petrol is recommended. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10% of ethyl alcohol.
- Stored fuel ages. Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty (30) days.

Fuel

Recommended mixture ratio; 50:1 (2%) for ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO 13738), JASO FC,FD grade and shindaiwa recommended oil.
- Never use two-stroke oil intended for water-cooled engines, motor-cycle engines.
- Do not mix directly in engine fuel tank.

Fuel supply

• Do not add so much fuel that it reaches the mouth of the fuel tank (A). Keep the fuel within the prescribed level (up to the shoulder level (B) of the fuel tank).
• Tighten the fuel tank cap securely after refuelling.

Starting the engine

WARNING

Be particularly careful to observe the following precautions when starting the engine:

Move at least 3m from the place where you refuelled.
Place the product in a flat, well ventilated place.
Check that there are no fuel leaks.
Inspect metal blades for cracks.
Check that none of the nuts and bolts are loose.
Leave plenty of space around the product and do not allow people or animals near it.
Start the engine with the throttle trigger in the idle speed position.
Hold the product firmly to the ground when starting the engine. Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality.
Check that there are no abnormal vibrations or sounds once the engine starts. Do not use the product if there are abnormal vibrations or sounds. Contact your dealer to have it repaired.

Accidents involving parts that fall or shatter off can cause wounds or serious injury.

The exhaust fumes from the engine contain toxic gases. Do not operate the product indoors or in other ill ventilated places.

The exhaust fumes could cause poisoning.

Do not touch silencer, spark plug, angle transmission, and other high temperature components while the product is running or for some time after it stops.

You could burn yourself if you touch a high temperature component.

• Do not touch spark plug, spark plug wire, and other high voltage components while the product is running.

You could receive an electric shock if you touch a high voltage component while the product is running.

If the cutting attachment rotates even though the throttle trigger is in the idle speed position when the engine is started, adjust the carburettor before using the product.

Failure to observe the precautions could cause an accident or injury, or even lead to a fatality.

• When starting engine using throttle latch, cutting attachment rotates. After engine starts, pull throttle trigger slightly to release throttle latch immediately. Never use throttle latch for operation.

The rotating blade can cause injury.

NOTE

Pull out the starter grip gently at first, and then more rapidly. Do not pull the starter rope out to more than 2/3 of its length.
Do not let go of the starter grip as it returns.

Starting a cold engine

(Connect the spark plug cap if the product has been in storage for a long period of time.)

1. Remove the blade cover.
2. Placing the product on level ground, check to ensure that the cutting attachment does not come into contact with the surface of the ground or any other impediment using a beam or other such implement.
3. Move the ignition switch (A) to the Start position.
4. Make sure that the throttle trigger (D) is at the idle speed position.

Starting a warm engine

Stopping the engine

1. Move the choke lever (F) to the "Cold Start" (E) position.
2. Alternately press and release the purge bulb (H) until the fuel is sucked up into it.
3. Checking that the area around you is safe, hold the position closest to the engine firmly as shown in the illustration, pulling several times on the starter grip (I).
4. If you hear an explosion-like sound and the engine stops immediately, move the choke lever to the "Run" (G) position and continue pulling on the starter grip to start the engine.
5. If the engine does not stop, return the choke lever gently to the "Run" position.

6. Leave the engine to warm up at idle speed for a while.

7. When engine is hard to start, use throttle latch (C). (Pull throttle trigger fully and lower throttle latch while pressing throttle trigger lockout (B) and release throttle trigger to activate throttle latch. After engine starts, pull throttle trigger slightly to release throttle latch immediately.)

8. Move the ignition switch (A) to the Start position.

9. Make sure that the throttle trigger (D) is at the idle speed position.
10. Check that the choke lever is in the "Run" position.
11. If no fuel is visible in the purge bulb, alternately press and release the purge bulb until the fuel is sucked up into it.

12. Checking that the area around you is safe, hold the position closest to the engine firmly, and pull on the starter grip to start the engine.

13. Move the throttle trigger (B) to the idle speed position and set the engine to idling (i.e. low speed).

14. Move the ignition switch (A) to the Stop position.
15. In the event of an emergency, stop the engine immediately using the ignition switch.
16. If the engine fails to stop, move the choke lever to the "Cold Start" position. The engine will stall and come to a halt (an emergency stop).
17. If the engine fails to stop when the ignition switch is used, have the ignition switch checked and repaired by your dealer before you use the product again.
18. Always disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug to ensure the engine cannot be started before you work on the unit or leave it unattended.

DANGER

Always stop the engine when a cutting attachment jam occurs. Severe injury can occur if a jam is removed and the cutting attachment suddenly starts.

Do not operate the product without the shield in place. Any objects that ricochet off the cutting attachment could cause an accident or serious injury.

The area within a 15 m radius of the product is a danger zone. Be careful to observe the following precautions while working with the product. Do not allow children and other people or pets to enter the danger zone. If another person enters the danger zone, turn off the engine to stop the cutting attachment from rotating. When approaching the operator, signal to him by, for example, throwing twigs from outside the danger zone, and then check that engine has been switched off and the cutting attachment has stopped turning. If more than one person is working with the product, identify the way in which you will signal to each other and work at least 15 m apart. Any objects that ricochet off the cutting attachment, and any contact with the cutting attachment, could cause blindness or a fatal accident.

警告

Before starting work, check the area where you will be working and remove any small stones and empty cans likely to ricochet off the cutting attachment, as well as any pieces of string or wire that might become twisted around the cutting attachment. An accident or serious injury can occur if foreign objects ricochet off the cutting attachment or wire and other materials twisted round the product spring off it.

In the following situations, turn off the engine immediately and ensure that the cutting attachments have stopped before checking each area of the product. Replace any damaged parts. • If the cutting attachment hits a rock, tree, post, or other such obstruction while you work. • If the product suddenly starts to vibrate abnormally. Continuing to use parts when they are damaged could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Do not hold the cutting attachment up while you work. You must not work with the cutting attachments raised above knee level. Raising the cutting attachment above knee level brings the plane of rotation closer to the face, and any objects that fly off the cutting attachments could cause an accident or serious injury.

Transport of the product When transporting in the situations described below, turn off the engine and ensure that the trimmer blade has stopped rotating, then fit the trimmer blade cover and position the silencer away from yourself. • Moving to the place where you are working. • Moving to another area while you are working. • Leaving the place where you have been working. Failure to observe these precautions could cause burns or serious injury. When transporting the product by car, empty the fuel tank, fit the blade cover, and secure the product firmly in place to prevent it from moving around. Travelling by car with fuel in the fuel tank could lead to a fire.

Never attempt to operate the product with one hand. Ensure that you hook your thumbs around the grips, wrapping them in your thumb and remaining fingers.

Using shoulder harness

Always mount the trimmer correctly using the shoulder harness.

Buckle waist belt. Belt should be snug.
- Attach product to harness.
- Loop handle version

Place shoulder harness over left shoulder and adjust straps so the quick release pin rests just below the waist.

U-handle version

Place shoulder harness over both shoulders and adjust straps so the connecting point latches as shown.

• Check for correct adjustment by moving cutting attachment along ground.
• Re-adjust position of suspension point if necessary.

• The shoulder harness is fitted with an emergency release function.

• Loop handle version: In the event of a fire or other emergency, pull the quick release pin (A) up to release the product from your body.
  U-handle version: In the event of a fire or other emergency, pull the emergency tab (B) up to release the product from your body.

Basic trimming operation with nylon line cutting head

WARNING

Serious injury may result from the improper use of cutting attachment. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual.
Do not operate with a damaged cutter.
Use only cutting attachments recommended by YAMABIKO Corporation.
Excessive nylon line beyond cut off knife could fly off when the nylon line cutting head starts rotating after adjustment of nylon line length.

Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Adjusting nylon line

• Cut off knife on the shield adjusts cutting swath automatically by cutting nylon lines evenly when attachment starts rotating.
• When operating with less than maximum cutting swath, cut two nylon lines in equal lengths.
• To advance trimmer line, tap the nylon line cutting head (A) against the ground while the head is turning at normal operating speed.

Trimming

• This is feeding the trimmer carefully into the material you wish to cut. Tilt the head slightly to direct the debris away from you. If cutting up to a barrier such as a fence, wall or tree, approach from an angle where any debris ricocheting off the barrier will fly away from you.
• Move the nylon line cutting head slowly until the grass is cut right up to the barrier, but do not jam (overfeed) the line into the barrier. If trimming up wire mesh or chain link fencing, be careful to feed only up to the wire. If you go too far, the line will snap off around the wire.
• Trimming can be done to cut through weed stems one at a time. Place the nylon line cutting head near the bottom of the weed never high up, which could cause the weed to chatter and catch the line. Rather than cut the weed right through, just use the very end of the line to wear through the stem slowly.

Scything

Scalping and edging

1. Angle to wall
2. Debris
3. Knife side raised

4. Angle to ground

5. This is the cutting or mowing of large grassy areas by sweeping or swinging the trimmer in a level arc. Use a smooth, easy motion. Do not try to hack or chop down the grass. Tilt the nylon line cutting head to direct the debris away from you on the scything stroke. Then return without cutting grass for another stroke. If you are well protected and do not care whether some debris is thrown in your direction, you may scythe in both directions.
   Both of these are done with the nylon line cutting head tilted at a steep angle. Scalping (A) is removing top growth, leaving the earth bare. Edging (B) is trimming the grass back where it has spread over a pavement or driveway. During both edging and scaling, hold the unit at a steep angle in a position where the debris, and any dislodged dirt and stone, will not come back towards you even if it ricochets off the hard surface.

6. Although the pictures show how to edge and scalp, every operator must find for himself the angles which suit his body size and cutting situation.
7. For nearly all cutting, it is good to tilt the nylon line cutting head so that contact is made on the part of line circle where the line is moving away from you and the shield (See appropriate picture). This results in the debris being thrown away from you.
8. Tilting the head to the wrong side will shoot the debris toward you. If the nylon line cutting head is held flat to the ground so that cutting occurs on the whole line circle, debris will be thrown at you, drag will slow the engine, and you will use up a lot of line.
9. Nylon line cutting head rotates anticlockwise. The knife will be on the left side of the shield.
10. Debris
11. Cut on this side
12. Do not push the line into tough weeds, trees, or wire fences.
13. Pushing the line into chicken wire, chain link fencing or thick brush can result in snapped-off line ends being hurled back at the operator. The proper way is to cut right up to a barrier, such as any of those mentioned, but never run the line into or through the obstruction. Do not cut closely to obstruction or barrier.
14. Avoid nylon line contact with broken wire fencing. Pieces of wire broken off by the trimmer can be hurled at high speeds.

Basic trimming operation with metal blade

WARNING

Please observe the following instructions when trimming.

• Check to ensure that the trimmer blade has been tightened securely in place.
  Replace the shield if it is damaged or cracked.
• Replace the trimmer blade nut when it becomes worn.
  Do not cut into the ground with the blade.
• Do not operate with a dull, bent, fractured or discoloured blade and worn or damaged nut.
  Do not run engine at full throttle without a load.

Failure to do so could lead to an accident or serious injury.

Use only cutting attachments recommended by YAMABIKO Corporation. YAMABIKO Corporation will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by YAMABIKO Corporation for use with this unit.
The type of blade used must be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause serious personal injury. Blades must be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick-out and injury to yourself and bystanders.

• Plastic/Nylon Grass/Weed Blades may be used where ever the nylon line head is used. Do not use this blade for heavy weeds or brush.
• The 3 cutter blade is designed especially to cut weeds and grass. To avoid injury due to kickback or blade fracture, do not use the 3 cutter blade to cut brush or trees.
  8 Tooth Weed/Grass Blade is designed for grass, garden debris and thick weeds. Do not use this blade for brush or heavy woody growth, 19 mm diameter or larger.
  22 Tooth Clearing Blade is designed for dense thickets and saplings up to 64 mm diameter.
• 80 Tooth Brush Blade is designed for cutting brush and woody growth up to 13mm diameter.

Damaged or shattered blades can cause accidents and serious injury.

Kickback

The phenomenon that occurs if the trimmer blade comes into contact with a tree, post, rock or other hard object while rotating at high speed and reacts by recoiling powerfully and instantaneously is known as kickback.
Causing kickback can result in a loss of control over the product and is highly dangerous.
In particular, if the front-right quadrant of the trimmer blade (B) strikes a shrub or other such object, the trimmer blade will cause the product to recoil sharply backwards to the right.
To prevent kickback, do not trim from left to right. Be careful to ensure that the trimmer blade does not strike any hard objects.
- When trimming, ensure that the object you are cutting meets the portion of the blade 1/3 in from the front edge on the left-hand side (A).

Failure to do so could cause an injury or fatal accident.

Scything weeds

• This is cutting by swinging the cutting attachment in a level arc. It can quickly clear areas of field grass and weeds. Scything should not be used to cut large, tough weeds or woody growths.
• If a sapling or shrub binds the cutting attachment, do not use the cutting attachment as a lever to free the bind, because this will cause cutting attachment failure.
  Instead, shut off the engine and push the sapling or shrub to free the blades.

WARNING

Observe the following precautions when checking and maintaining your product after use:Turn the engine off and do not attempt to check or maintain the product until the engine has cooled.You could burn yourself.Remove the spark plug cap before performing checks and maintenance.An accident could occur if the product starts unexpectedly.

IMPORTANT

○ Checking and maintenance requires specialist knowledge. If you are unable to check and maintain the product or deal with a fault yourself, consult your dealer. Do not attempt to dismantle the product. ○ For spare parts and consumables, please use only genuine parts and designated products and components. Using parts from other manufacturers or non-designated components may result in a malfunction.

Servicing guidelines

Area Maintenance Page Before use Monthly
Air filter Clean/Replace 22
Fuel filter Inspect/Clean/Replace 22 •
Spark plug Inspect/Clean/A adjust/Replace 23 •
Carburettor Adjust/Replace and adjust 22 •
Cooling system	Inspect/Clean	23 •
Silencer	Inspect/Tighten	23 •
Silencer	Clean	23
Drive shaft Grease	24		•**
Angle transmission	Grease	24
Starter	Inspect	-	•
Cut off knife	Inspect/Clean	-	•
Fuel system	Inspect	22 •
Screws, bolts and nuts	Inspect, Tighten/Replace	-	•

• Or 50 hours, whichever occurs first. ** Or 100 hours, whichever occurs first.

IMPORTANT

○ Time intervals are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance.

Maintenance and care

If you have any questions or problems, please contact your dealer.

Maintenance and care

Cleaning air filter

1. Close choke. Loosen air cleaner cover knob and remove air cleaner cover (B).
2. Remove air filter (A) (air filter is located inside air cleaner cover).
3. Brush dirt from filter or clean with compressed air from carburettor side.
4. Reinstall air filter with cover, after installing air filter to cover.
5. Tighten air cleaner cover knob.

NOTE

When reinstall air filter, fit it in the frame of the cleaner case

Replacing fuel filter

1. Use a piece of metal wire or the like to pick up fuel filter (A) through fuel tank opening.
2. Pull old filter from fuel line (B).
3. Install new fuel filter.

NOTE

If filter is excessive dirty or no longer fits properly, replace it

Carburettor adjustment

WARNING

YOU MAY ADJUST THE IDLE SPEED ONLY by turning the idle speed adjustment screw (T).
During carburettor adjustment, the cutting attachment may move. Pay utmost attention and care to the cutting attachment so as not to get injured by the moving cutter.
- When carburettor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle speed, otherwise serious personal injury may result.
You must NOT carry out any Carburettor adjustment, other than the idle speed. All other adjustments MUST be performed by an authorized service dealer, or serious personal injury may result due to malfunction of the engine.

CAUTION

• When there is trouble with the carburettor, contact an authorized service dealer.

Every unit is test run at the factory and the carburettor is fine tuned for maximum performance.

Before adjusting carburettor, clean or replace air filter, start engine and run several minutes to bring it to operating temperature.

To adjust the carburettor proceed as follow:

Turn "idle" speed adjustment screw (T) clockwise until cutting attachment begins to turn, then turn screw(T) out anticlockwise until cutting attachment stops turning. Turn screw (T) out, anticlockwise, and additional 1 turn.

NOTE

When the carburettor cannot be adjusted properly with the idle speed adjustment screw (T), you must contact an authorized service dealer.

Cooling system maintenance

IMPORTANT

To maintain proper engine operating temperature, 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:

Air intakes are blocked, preventing cooling air from reaching the cylinder.
- Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder. This build-up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving.

Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cylinder fins is considered "Normal Maintenance". Any resultant failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warranted.

Air intake

• Remove dust and dirt from between fins (A).
• Before each use, remove accumulated debris from bottom engine intake grille located between the fuel tank and starter.

Cleaning silencer

• Carbon deposits in silencer (A) will cause a drop in engine output and overheating. Spark arrester screen must be checked periodically. Clean deposits from silencer.

IMPORTANT

Do not remove the silencer cover. If necessary, Please consult your dealer.

Check fuel system

Check spark plug

• Check before every use.
  After refuelling, make sure fuel does not leak or exude from around fuel pipe (A), fuel grommet (B) or fuel tank cap (C).

• In case of fuel leakage or exudation, there is a danger of fire. Stop using the machine immediately and request your dealer to inspect or replace.

• Check plug gap. Correct gap is 0.6mm to 0.7mm .

• Inspect electrode for wear.
• Inspect insulator for oil or other deposits.
• If the spark plug is dirty, clean it. Do not sandblast to clean. Remaining sand will damage engine.
• If the electrodes or terminals are worn, or if there are cracks in the ceramics, replace them with new parts. (see Specifications page 28)
• Tighten to 10N· m - 15N· m (100kgf·cm to 150 kgf·cm).
• The spark test (for checking whether the spark plug is sparking) must be carried out by your dealer.

Lubricating drive shaft

Angle transmission

Checking the blade

Inspect the drive shaft (A) every 100 hours of use and replenish grease if it is insufficient.

NOTE

Use good quality lithium multi grease.

1. Remove plug (B) from angle transmission (A).

2. Add grease, if necessary, using low pressure pump.

NOTE

Use good quality lithium multi grease.
Do not overfill housing.

1. Reinstall plug.

2. Use only blade designated for this model by the manufacturer.

3. When a crack is noticed on the blade, do not use it but replace with a new one.

4. Ensure that the blade is correctly fitted in accordance with the instructions.

5. When the cutting blade becomes dull due to wear, reverse it for further use.

6. When chip or bend occurs on the blade, vibration will increase. Replace with new one.
7. When filing the blade file 3 cutting edges evenly using a flat file as shown in the illustration. Otherwise, the balance will be lost and vibration will increase.

Loading nylon line

1. Wear Indicators

1. Cut one piece of line to recommended length.

2.4 mm dia. -6 m

1. Align arrows on top of knob with openings in eyelets.

2. Insert one end of nylon line into an eyelet, and push line equal distance through nylon line cutting head.

3. Hold nylon line cutting head while turning knob clockwise to wind line onto spool until about 13cm of each line remains exposed.

IMPORTANT

When the wear indicators located at the bottom of the nylon line cutting head are worn smooth, replacement of the cover or the entire nylon line cutting head is required.

Troubleshooting table

IMPORTANT
○ For spare parts and consumables, please use only genuine parts and designated products and components.Using parts from other manufacturers or non-designated components may result in a malfunction.
Problem Diagnosis Cause Solution
The engine does not start		1. There is no fuel in the fuel tank2. The stop switch is in the Stop position3. Excess fuel suction4. Electrical fault5. Carburettor malfunction or internal stick-ing6. Internal engine malfunction	1. Fuel supply2. Move to the Start position3. Start the engine after servicing4. Consult your dealer5. Consult your dealer6. Consult your dealer
Engine is difficult to start, fluctuating ro-tation	Fuel is entering the overflow pipe	1. Fuel degradation2. Carburettor problem	1. Replace with new fuel2. Consult your dealer
	No fuel is entering the over-flow pipe	1. Fuel filter is clogged2. Fuel system is clogged3. Internal carburettor parts sticking	1. Clean or replace2. Consult your dealer3. Consult your dealer
	The spark plug is dirty or damp	1. Fuel degradation2. Incorrect electrode gap3. Carbon deposits4. Electrical fault	1. Replace2. Adjust or replace3. Clean or replace4. Consult your dealer
Engine starts but no acceleration is possible		1. Dirty air filter2. Dirty fuel filter3. Restricted fuel passage4. Carburettor adjustment problem5. Restricted exhaust vent or silencer vent	1. Clean or replace2. Clean or replace3. Consult your dealer4. Adjust5. Clean
The engine stops 1.	Carburettor adjustment problem	2. Electrical fault	1. Adjust2. Consult your dealer
The engine fails to stop		1. Stop switch malfunction 1. Perform an emergency stop and consult your dealer
Cutting attachment rotates when the engine is idling		1. Carburettor adjustment problem2. Damaged clutch spring	1. Adjust2. Consult your dealer

• Consult your dealer in the event of a problem that is not covered in the table above, or other such concerns.
• Please contact your dealer in order to dispose of the product or its parts in compliance with national laws.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
For warranty service, find the nearest Authorised Service Dealer in our dealer locator map at www. echo australia.com.au/en.au/finder, or by calling 1300 274 447, or by emailing or writing to [e-mail] ,Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd, Locked bag 5004, St Clair, NSW 2759.

Storage

Long-term storage (30 days or more)

WARNING

Do not store in sealed locations filled with fuel gas, or close to naked flames or sparks. You could cause a fire.

When storing the product for long periods of time (30 days or more), ensure that the following preparations for storage are carried out.

1. Drain the fuel tank completely outdoors over bare ground. Do not drain fuel indoors.
2. Alternately press and release the purge bulb a number of times to remove the fuel from the purge bulb.
3. Start the engine and run it at idle speed until it comes to a natural stop.
4. Move the ignition switch (A) to the Stop position.
5. Once the product is sufficiently cool, wipe clean any grease, oil, dust, dirt and other materials on the outside of the trimmer.
6. Perform the periodic checks prescribed in this manual.

7. Check that the screws and nuts are tightened. Tighten up any that are loose.

8. Remove the spark plug (B) and add the appropriate quantity (around 10~mL ) of clean, new 2-stroke engine oil to the cylinder via the spark plug hole.

9. Place a piece of clean cloth over the spark plug hole.
10. Pull 2 or 3 times on the starter grip to distribute the engine oil into the cylinder.
11. Observe the piston location through the spark plug hole. Pull the recoil starter handle slowly until the piston reaches the top of its travel and leave it there.
12. Fit the spark plug. (Do not connect the spark plug cap (C).)
13. Fit the blade cover onto the trimmer blade and wrap the engine section in a plastic bag or other covering, and store in a dry, dust-free location out of reach of children.

	T263XS C263S
External dimensions: Length × Width × Height (without cutting attachment)	1774 × 340 × 316 mm 1774	× 646 × 536 mm *1780 × 646 × 479 mm **
Mass:Unit without fuel, cutting attachment and harness (ISO 11806-1: 2011)	5.9 kg	6.1kg *, 6.0 kg **
Unit with fuel, specified cutting attachment, guard and harness	6.9 kg	7.5 kg *, 7.5 kg **
Unit without fuel, cutting attachment, guard and harness	5.5 kg	5.6 kg *, 5.6 kg **
Volume: Fuel tank (full) 600 mL
Fuel: Gasoline	Regular grade petrol. Minimum 89 Octane unleaded petrol is recommended. Do not use fuel containing methy l alcohol or more than 10% of ethyl alcohol. Two stroke, air-cooled engine oil. ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO 13738), JASO FC,FD grade and shindaiwa recommended.50:1 part (2%)
Oil
Mixture ratio
Cutting attachment:Nylon line cutting head (Cutting swath)	SF400 (430)
Thread	Left-handed thread M10×1.25 pitch
Nylon cord size (diameter)	2.4 mm
Nylon cord length	3.5 m
Type (Number of cutting teeth)		3-cutter blade (3)
Specified blade diameter		230 mm
Specified blade thickness		3.0 mm
Blade centre hole diameter		25.4 mm
Gear Case: Gear ratio and lubrication	1.36 reduction and good quality lithium grease
Rotational direction of output shaft viewed from above	Anticlockwise
maximum rotational frequency of the spindle 7280 r/min 8750 r/min
Engine: TypeCarburettor	Air cooled two stroke, single cylinder
MagnetoSpark plug	Diaphragm type
Starter	Flywheel magneto - CDI system
Power transmission	NGK CMR7H
Maximum shaft brake power (ISO 8893)	Recoil starter
Fuel consumption at maximum engine power	Automatic centrifugal clutch
Recommended maximum engine speed (With STD attachment installed)	25.4 cm3
Recommended engine idling speed	1.0 kW
Vibration (ISO 22867) ahv,eq Left handle	92.9 dB(A)	94.0 dB(A) *, 94.5 dB(A) **
	1.5 dB(A)	1.5 dB(A) *, 0.8 dB(A)**
Sound pressure level (ISO 22868) LpAeq Uncertainty KpA	105.0 dB(A)	105.7 dB(A)*,104.5 dB(A)**
Sound power level (ISO 22868) LWAeq Uncertainty KwA	2.1 dB(A)	2.1 dB(A)*, 1.6 dB(A)**

• With nylon line cutting head, ** With metal blade
  These specifications are subject to change without notice.

		T263TXS C263TS
External dimensions: Length × Width × Height (without cutting attachment)		1789 × 340 × 316 mm 1789	× 646 × 536 mm
Mass: Unit without fuel, cutting attachment and harness (ISO 11806-1: 2011) Unit with fuel, specified cutting attachment, guard and harness Unit without fuel, cutting attachment, guard and harness		6.1 kg 7.1 kg 5.7 kg	6.2 kg 7.7 kg 5.8 kg
Volume: Fuel tank (full) 600 mL
Fuel: Gasoline		Regular grade petrol. Minimum 89 Octane unleaded petrol is recommended. Do not use fuel containing methyl alcohol or more than 10% of ethyl alcohol. Two stroke, air-cooled engine oil. ISO-L-EGD Standard (ISO 13738), JASO FC,FD grade and shindaiwa recommended. 50:1 part (2%)
Oil
Mixture ratio
Cutting attachment: Nylon line cutting head (Cutting swath)		SF400 (430) Left-handed thread M10×1.25 pitch 2.4 mm 3.5 m
Thread
Nylon cord size (diameter)
Nylon cord length
Gear Case: Gear ratio and lubrication		2.07 reduction and good quality lithium grease Anticlockwise 5650 r/min
Rotational direction of output shaft viewed from above
maximum rotational frequency of the spindle
Engine: Type		Air cooled two stroke, single cylinder Diaphragm type Flywheel magneto - CDI system NGK CMR7H Recoil starter Automatic centrifugal clutch 25.4 cm³ 1.0 kW 0.61 L/h 11000 r/min
Carburettor
Magneto
Spark plug
Starter
Power transmission
Engine displacement
Maximum shaft brake power (ISO 8893)
Fuel consumption at maximum engine power
Recommended maximum engine speed (With STD attachment installed)
Recommended engine idling speed		3000 (-100~0) r/min
Vibration (ISO 22867) aHV,eq	Left handle	5.4 m/s²	4.6 m/s²
	Right handle	3.0 m/s²	4.6 m/s²
	Uncertainty K	1.2 m/s²	1.2 m/s²
Sound pressure level (ISO 22868) LpAeq		93.1 dB(A)	95.5 dB(A)
		Uncertainty KpA	1.5 dB(A)	1.5 dB(A)
Sound power level (ISO 22868) LWAeq		104.8 dB(A)	105.2 dB(A)
		Uncertainty KWA	2.1 dB(A)	2.1 dB(A)

These specifications are subject to change without notice.

The undersigned manufacturer:

YAMABIKO CORPORATION

1-7-2 Suehirocho, Ohme, Tokyo 198-8760 JAPAN

This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer.

declares that the hereunder specified new unit:

GRASS-TRIMMER/BRUSHCUTTER

Brand: shindaiwa

Type: T263XS/C263S, T263TXS/C263TS

complies with:

• the requirements of Directive 2006/42/EC (use of harmonized standard EN ISO 11806-1: 2011)
• the requirements of Directive 2014/30/EU (use of harmonized standard EN ISO 14982: 2009, EN 55012: 2007+A1: 2009)
• the requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU (use of harmonized standard EN IEC 63000: 2018)
• the requirements of Directive 2000/14/EC

Conformity assessment procedure followed ANNEX V

		T263XS C263S T263TXS		C263TS
Measured sound power level dB(A) 108 109		108 108
Guaranteed sound power level dB(A) 111		12 111 111

Serial Number U47838001001 to U47838100000 T263XS, U47938100001 to U47938200000 C263S

U48038001001 to U48038100000 T263TXS, U48138001001 to U48138100000 C263TS

Tokyo, October 1st, 2023

YAMABIKO CORPORATION

The authorized representative in Europe who is authorized to compile the technical file.

Company: CERTIFICATION EXPERTS B.V.

Address: Amerlandseweg 7, 3621 ZC Breukelen, The Netherlands

Katsunori Kon Mr. Richard Glaser

General Manager

Quality Assurance Dept.

MEMORANDUM

YAMABIKO CORPORATION

1-7-2 Suehirocho, Ohme, Tokyo 198-8760 JAPAN

PHONE: [phone]. FAX: [phone].

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MANUEL D'UTILISATION

COUPE-HERBE/DéBROUSSAIL-LEUSE

T263XS/C263S

T263TXS/C263TS

AVERTISSEMENT

CE

LIRE ATTENTIVEMENT LES INSTRUCTIONS ET SUIVRE LES RÉGLES DE SECURITÉ.

LE NON-RESPECT DES RÉGLES DE SECURITE ENTRAINE UN RISQUE DE BLESSURE GRAVE.

CORTABORDES/DESBROZADORA

Marca: shindaiwa

Tip: T263XS/C263S, T263TXS/C263TS

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