Shindaiwa C2510/EVC User Manual

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OFF
Ignition
switch
NEVER operate the unit with the cut-
ting 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 with-
out written approval from Shindaiwa, Inc.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment is properly installed and firmly 
tightened before operation.
NEVER use a cracked or warped 
cutting attachment: replace it with a 
ser viceable one.
Checking Unit Condition
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment fits properly into the appropriate 
attachment holder. If a properly installed 
attachment vibrates, replace the attach-
ment with new one and re-check.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately 
and check for damage if you strike a 
foreign object or if the unit becomes 
tangled. Do not operate with broken or 
damaged equipment.
NEVER allow the engine to run at high 
RPM without a load. Doing so could dam-
age the engine.
NEVER operate a unit with worn or dam-
aged fasteners or attachment holders.
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield or 
other protective device is no guarantee 
of protection against ricochet. YOU 
MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST 
FLYING DEBRIS!
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Idle the engine briefly before stopping 
(about 2 minutes), then slide the ignition 
switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) position.
Stopping the Engine
Adjusting Engine Idle
Idle Adjusting 
Screw
The engine must return to idle speed 
whenever the throttle lever is released. 
Idle speed is adjustable, and must be set 
low enough to permit the engine clutch to 
disengage the cutting attachment.
WARNING!
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 
1.
the engine, and then allow it to idle 2-3 
minutes until warm.
If the attachment rotates when the 
2.
engine is at idle, reduce the idle speed 
by turning the idle adjustment screw 
counter-clockwise.
If a tachometer is available,  adjust idle. 
3.
Check Specifications page for correct 
idle speed
Starting the Engine (continued)
NOTE
Carburetor fuel mixture adjustments are 
preset at factory and cannot be serviced 
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Disconnect the spark plug lead and use 
1.
the spark plug wrench to remove the 
spark plug (turn counter clockwise to 
remove).
Slide the ignition switch to the “O” 
2.
(STOP) position.
If the spark plug is fouled or 
Ŷ
soaked with fuel, clean the plug as 
necessary.
Open the choke and fully depress the 
3.
throttle lever with your left hand, then 
pull the starter handle rapidly with your 
right hand to clear excess fuel from the 
combustion chamber.
Replace the spark plug and tighten it 
4.
firmly with the spark plug wrench. If a 
torque wrench is available, torque the 
spark plug to the values recommended 
in the “Specifications” section.
Repeat the starting procedure for a 
5.
warm engine.
If the engine still fails to start, refer to 
6.
the troubleshooting section near the 
end of this manual.
Starting A Flooded Engine