SHINDAIWA GRASS TRIMMER TO BRUSHCUTTER CONVERSION KIT FOR T282 GRASS TRIMMER MODEL: BCK-13 WARNING! Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read the Owner's/Operator's manual originally supplied with the unit that is being upgraded and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating your unit.
Introduction These are instructions to convert a grass trimmer to a blade capable unit. This is not an Owner's/Operator's manual. Information on how to operate and maintain the unit can be found in the Owner's/Operator's manual for the unit you are converting. Note this kit is supplied with a cutting attachment shield that has been redesigned to provide better visibility and a larger cutting swath when used as a grass trimmer.
Safety Labels IMPORTANT! Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. A new label is provided in this kit and additional labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. Prior to installing the new label, Remove old label and clean the outer tube with rubbing alcohol or similar cleaner.
Assembly Remove Cutting Attachment 1. Turn the unit over so that the gearcase output shaft faces UP. 2. Align the hole in the holder (A) with the notch in the gearcase flange, and then temporarily lock the output shaft by inserting a hex wrench through both holes. A 3. While holding the hex wrench turn the trimmer head clockwise to remove. 4. Remove the hex wrench. 26107 Removing the Existing Cutting Attachment Shield 1. Remove the four socket-head cap screws (A), bracket (B) and two shims (C). 2.
Disconnect Throttle Cable-Ignition Wires 1. Loosen air cleaner cover knob and remove air cleaner cover. 2. Remove wire end of throttle linkage cable (A) from carburetor throttle swivel hole. 3. Disconnect 2 ignition stop switch leads: a. Disconnect wire with ring terminal from grounding screw (B) on engine. b. Pull quick-connect connectors (C) apart to disconnect remaining stop switch wire. C D Units with plain throttle cable end (P): E A P 4. Remove throttle linkage cable from adjustment fixture (D).
Install Handlebar Mounting Bracket and Handlebar Assembly F 1. Remove 2 lower cap screws (A), and remove lower cap (B). C 2. Place the handlebar mounting bracket (C) and 2 spacers (D) on the outer tube, and secure with lower cap and 2 screws. 3. Remove 4 upper cap screws (E) and remove upper cap (F). 4. Remove handlebar clamp (G) from mounting bracket, and unscrew 4 screws to separate clamp. E D E B D E A G 5. Install handlebar clamp (G) on handlebar (H), and secure with 4 clamp screws.
8. Secure plastic flex tubing to outer driveshaft tube using plastic clamps (I) provided. Do not fully tighten plastic clamps until throttle cable and stop switch wires are connected and all final throttle cable and handlebar adjustments are completed. I I 9. Handlebar Adjustments: a. Loosen 2 lower cap retaining screws (A) to adjust handlebar location on outer drive shaft tube. J E b. Loosen 4 handlebar clamp screws to adjust handgrip position.
Install New Cutting Attachment Shield Assemble the Cutting Attachment Shield to the Outer Tube. 1. Insert the cutting attachment shield (A) between the outer tube and the cutting attachment mounting plate (B). A E 2. Fit the two shims (C) and the upper clamp (D) over the outer tube and install the four socket-head cap screws (E) finger tight. CAUTION! D G C Make sure the clamp screw and retaining nut (F) are securely tightened before tightening the four socket head screws. 3.
Installing Brushcutter Blade D 2. Align the hole in blade holder (A) with the matching hole in the gear case flange and then temporarily lock the output shaft by inserting a hex wrench through both holes. C 1. Install blade holder (A) onto output shaft (G). B 3. Fit the blade over the flange on holder (A). G CAUTION! A Install the blade (E) so its printed surface is visible to the operator when the brushcutter is in the normal operating position.
Shoulder Strap Adjust the shoulder strap so the shoulder pad rests comfortably on the off-side shoulder and the cutting path of the cutting attachment is parallel to the ground. WARNING! Always wear a shoulder strap when operating this unit with a blade. A shoulder strap is also recommended when using trimmer line. NOTE: Using a shoulder strap with a brush-cutter allows you to maintain proper control of the unit and reduces fatigue during extended operation.
Using A Brushcutter Blade WARNING! ■■Before working with a blade-equipped unit, always inspect and clear the area of objects that could interfere with or damage the blade. ■■Never use a blade near sidewalks, fence posts, buildings or other objects that could cause injury or damage. ■■Never use a blade for purposes other than those for which it was designed. ■■Whenever you strike a hard object with a blade, always stop the brushcutter and carefully inspect the blade for damage.
Consumer Product Support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation or maintenance of this product you may call the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1-877-986-7783 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm (Central Standard Time) Monday through Friday. Before calling, please know the model and serial number of your unit. ECHO Incorporated. 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047-1564 U.S.A. Telephone: 1-877-986-7783 Fax: 1-847-540-8416 www.shindaiwa.