Shindaiwa 81719 Owner's manual

SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
LE2510 LAWN EDGER
WARNING!
Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and
others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with
the contents. Always wear eye and hearing protection
when operating this unit.
Part Number 81719 Rev. 2/07
LE2510

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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 technol-
ogy, 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.
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 ..................................................7
Starting the Engine......................................8
Stopping the Engine ....................................9
Adjusting Engine Idle..................................9
Checking Unit Condition.............................9
Using a Hand Held Edger.........................10
Adjusting the Blade....................................10
General Maintenance ................................11
Replacing the Edger Blade........................14
Long Term Storage....................................14
Troubleshooting Guide .............................15
Emission System Warranty.......................17
Contents
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this owner’s/
operator’s manual describes units avail-
able at the time of publication.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information that
should be acted upon to prevent me-
chanical damage.
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and
the word “WARNING” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon to
prevent serious bodily injury.
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 signicance.
Attention Statements
50 FEET
(15m)
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.
Keep feet away from blade.
Rotating blade may cause
injury. Blade may continue
to rotate after unit is shut off.

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WARNING!
Never operate
power equipment of any
kind if you are tired or if you
are under the inuence of alcohol, drugs,
medication or any other substance that
could affect your ability or judgement.
ALWAYS wear eye protection to shield
against thrown objects.
NEVER run the engine when transporting
the unit.
NEVER run the engine indoors! Make sure
there is always good ventilation. Fumes
from engine exhaust can cause serious
injury or death.
ALWAYS clear your work area of trash or
hidden debris that could be thrown back at
you or toward a bystander.
Safety Instructions
The Properly Equipped Operator
Always operate with both
hands rmly gripping the unit.
Wear close-tting clothing to protect legs and arms.
Gloves offer added protection and are strongly recom-
mended. Do not wear clothing or jewelry that could get
caught in machinery or underbrush. Secure hair so it
is above shoulder level. NEVER wear shorts!
Wear hearing protection devices and a
broad-brimmed hat or helmet.
Always wear eye protection such as
goggles or safety glasses.
Keep away from the rotating blade at all
times, and never lift a moving attachment
above waist-high.
Wear appropriate footwear (non-skid boots or shoes): do
not wear open-toed shoes or sandals. Never operate the
unit while barefoot!
Keep a proper footing and
do not overreach—main-
tain your balance at all
times during operation. Always make sure the appropriate cutting
attachment shield is correctly installed and
in good condition.
Figure 1
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT�
IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR�
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF�
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR�
MEDICATION.�
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Work Safely
Shindaiwa Edgers 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.
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER smoke or light res near the engine.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to
cool before refueling. Avoid overlling and
wipe off any fuel that may have spilled.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks
before each use. During each rell, 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 ammable materials before starting
the engine.
NEVER place ammable material close to
the engine mufer.
NEVER operate the engine without the
spark arrester screen in place.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized attach-
ment installations. Do not use attachments not
approved by Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
ALWAYS use the proper cutting
attachment.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately
if it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.
Inspect for broken, missing or improperly
installed parts or attachments.
NEVER use a non-Shindaiwa approved
cutting attachment.
ALWAYS keep the unit as clean as
practical. Keep it free of loose vegetation,
mud, etc.
ALWAYS hold the unit rmly with both
hands when edging, and maintain control
at all times.
ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire
before performing any maintenance work.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment

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Safety Labels
Figure 3
IMPORTANT
Safety and Operation Information
Labels: Make sure all information
labels are undamaged and readable.
Immediately replace damaged or miss-
ing information labels. New labels are
available from your local authorized
Shindaiwa dealer.
LE2510
This label indicates the minimum
distance between front handle and
rear grip.
Be Aware of the Working Environment
Avoid long-term operation
in very hot or very cold
weather.
Make sure bystanders or observers
outside the 50-foot “danger zone”
wear eye protection.
Be extremely careful of
slippery terrain, especially
during rainy weather.
Always make sure the appro-
priate cutting attachment shield
is correctly installed.
If contact is made with a hard
object, stop the engine and inspect
the cutting attachment for damage.
When operating in rocky terrain or
near electric wires or fences, use ex-
treme caution to avoid contacting such
items with the cutting attachment.
Be constantly alert for objects and
debris that could be thrown either
from the rotating cutting attachment
or bounced from a hard surface.
Reduce the risk of by-
standers being struck by
ying debris. Make sure
no one is within 50 feet
(15 meters)—that’s about
16 paces—of an operating
attachment.
Figure 2
50 FEET
50 FEET
(15m)
KEEP BYSTANDERS AWAY
AT LEAST 50 FEET (15m)
BEWARE OF THROWN OR
RICHOCHETED OBJECTS
KEEP AWAY FROM
ROTATING BLADE
Shindaiwa
READ THE
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
WEAR HEARING AND
ANSI Z87.1 APPROVED
EYE PROTECTION
P/N 19422-00046

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Product Description
Figure 4
Specications
LE2510 dry weight
(Including attachments).............................................13.4 lb./6.1 kg
Engine model .SF2510E
Engine type ................................... with Power Boost Chamber
Bore x stroke.............................................. 1.3 x 1.1 in./34 x27 mm
Displacement ....................................................... 1.5 cu. in./ 24.5 cc
Maximum power .......................................................1.1 HP/0.8 kW
@ 7500 rpm (min-1)
Fuel/oil ratio .............................. 50:1 with ISO-L-EGD or JASO FC
class 2-cycle mixing oil*
Carburetor type ................................Walbro WYL, diaphragm-type
Fuel tank capacity ....................................................20.0 oz./590 ml
Ignition ............................................................ One-piece electronic,
program contolled
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Spark plug ....................................................................NGK CMR5H
Air cleaner type ..................................... Non-reversible heavy-duty
filter element
Starting method .......................................................................Recoil
Stopping method ............................................................Slide switch
Transmission type .............................Automatic, centrifugal clutch
w/bevel gear
EPA Emission Compliance Period** ............................Category A
** The EPA emission compliance referred to on the emission compliance label
located on the engine, indicates the number of operating hours for which the
engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements. Category
C = 50 hours (Moderate), B = 125 hours (Intermediate) and A = 300 hours
(Extended).
*meets or exceeds these specifications and is recommended for
all Shindaiwa products.
LE2510 LAWN EDGER
Outer Tube
Cutting
Attachment
Grip
Cutting
Attachment Shield
Gear case
Handle
Throttle
Trigger
Throttle
Interlock
Ignition
Switch
Fuel
Tank
IMPORTANT!
The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”;
“right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” and
“rear” refer to directions as viewed by the
operator during normal operation.
Using the accompanying illustrations as
a guide, familiarize yourself with this unit
and its various components. See Figure 4.
Understanding your unit helps ensure top
performance, long service life, and safer
operation.
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modications or alterations to any of
these units or their components.
Prior to Assembly
Before assembling, make sure you have all
the components required for a complete unit:
Engine and outer tube assembly with
handle
Gearcase assembly
 Kit containing this manual and tool kit
for routine maintenance. Tool kits vary
by model and may include a hex wrench,
spark plug/screwdriver combination
wrench, and spanner wrench.
Carefully inspect all components for damage.