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Your Shindaiwa unit may be equipped
with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer
head models, each with features for
specific applications and/or operational
requirements.
NOTE:
For proper operation, always refer to
the instructions accompanying the
trimmer head being used. Available
trimmer head styles include:
n Semi-automatic. Trimmer line is
indexed when the operator taps the
trimmer head on the ground during
operation.
n Manual. The operator indexes line
manually with the grass trimmer
stopped.
n Fixed. The operator must stop the
unit and add new lengths of trimmer
line manually.
n Flail. This device, designed for
clearing weeds and light brush,
features three nylon blades attached
to the head by pivots.
NOTE:
Additional hardware may be required
to mount the Fixed Line or the Flail
type trimmer heads.
Cutting Grass—Units equipped with a trimmer head
Hold the trimmer so the trimmer head
is angled slightly into the area to be
cut. To ensure maximum trimmer-line
service life, cut only with the tip of the
trimmer line. Cut grass by swinging
the trimmer from left to right. Keep the
trimmer head
horizontal. See Figure 22.
Edging
Tilt the handle
about 100° to
the left (from
horizontal) and
move forward,
holding the
trimmer vertically
as shown in Figure
23.
CAUTION!
Operation at low RPM can lead to
premature clutch failure.
Trimming and
Mowing Grass
Figure 22
Figure 23
CAUTION!
Operation of trimmer without a
cutting attachment shield and using
excessive line length can lead to
premature clutch failure.
CAUTION!
Do not push the rotating line into
trees, wire fences or any material
that could tangle or break line ends.
Engine Operating Speeds
Operate the unit at full throttle while
cutting grass.
Maintenance
WARNING!
Before performing any main-
tenance, repair, or cleaning work on
the unit, make sure the engine and
cutting attachment are completely
stopped. Disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing service or
maintenance.
WARNING!
Non-standard accessories, cut-
ting attachment, or replacement parts
may not operate properly with your unit
and may cause damage and lead to
personal injury.
IMPORTANT!
MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY
ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIVIDUAL; HOWEVER, WARRANTY REPAIRS MUST BE PERFORMED BY A DEALER
OR SERVICE CENTER AUTHORIZED BY ECHO,INC. THE USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE
AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM.
General maintenance
NOTE:
Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty.