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The Shindaiwa 2510 Series hand held
power equipment has been designed and
built to deliver superior performance and
reliability without compromise to quality,
comfort, safety or durability.
Shindaiwa engines represent the
leading edge of high-performance engine
technology, delivering exceptionally high
power with remarkably low displacement
and weight. As an owner/operator, you’ll
soon discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is
simply in a class by itself!
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to
make changes to products without
prior notice, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
WARNING!
Never operate
power equipment of any
kind if you are tired or if you are
under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medication or any other substance that
could affect your ability or judgement.
Read and follow this
operators manual.
Failure to do so could
result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing
protection at all times
during the operation
of this unit.
Keep bystanders
at least 50 feet (15 m)
away during operation.
Beware of thrown or
ricocheted objects.
Do not operate this unit with a
blade unless the unit is equipped
with a Shindaiwa-approved
handlebar or barrier.
Always wear a harness when
operating this unit with a blade.
A harness is also recommended
when using trimmer line.
If unit is used as a brushcutter,
beware of blade thrust. A jammed
blade can cause the unit to jerk
suddenly and may cause the
operator to lose control of the unit.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT�
IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR�
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF�
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR�
MEDICATION.�
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Throughout this manual are special
“Attention Statements”.
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described
in this manual are intended to help you
get the most from this unit as well as
to protect you and others from harm.
These procedures are guidelines for safe
operation under most conditions, and are
not intended to replace any safety rules
and/or laws that may be in force in your
area. If you have questions regarding your
2510 series hand held power equipment,
or if you do not understand something in
this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be
glad to assist you. You may also contact
Shindaiwa, Inc. at the address printed on
the back of this Manual.
Introduction
PAGE
Attention Statements ...................................2
Safety Instructions .......................................
2
Safety Labels .................................................4
Product Description .....................................
5
Specifications ................................................
5
Assembly and Adjustments .........................6
Mixing Fuel ..................................................9
Starting the Engine ......................................
9
Stopping the Engine ..................................10
Adjusting Engine Idle ................................10
Checking Unit Condition ..........................11
Shoulder Strap ............................................11
Cutting Grass with a
Trimmer Head ...........................................
11
Using a Blade (T2510X) ............................12
Maintenance ...............................................13
Long Term Storage ....................................
16
Troubleshooting Guide .............................
17
Emission System Warranty .......................
19
Contents
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this owner’s/
operator’s manual describes units available
at the time of publication.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word “WARNING” contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
serious bodily injury.
Work Safely
Shindaiwa trimmers operate at very
high speeds and can do serious damage
or injury if they are misused or abused.
Never allow a person without training or
instruction to operate this unit!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
Safety Instructions
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER smoke or light fires near
the engine.
ALWAYS
stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling. Avoid
overfilling and wipe off any fuel that
may have spilled.
ALWAYS
inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During each
refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank.
If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the
unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using the unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place well
away from a fuel storage area or other
readily flammable materials before
starting the engine.
NEVER place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER operate the engine without
the spark arrester screen in place.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Do not
use attachments not approved by
Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word
”NOTE” contains information that is
handy to know and may make your
job easier.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special significance.
Attention Statements
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.