Echo Shindaiwa DH232, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...xhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Read and understand all provided literature before use Failure to...

Page 2: ...quipment 12 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 14 CARB and EPA Emissions Control Information 14 Description 15 Contents 16 Assembly 16 Operation 17 Fuel 17 Starting Cold Engine 21 Starting Warm Engi...

Page 3: ...for safety operation maintenance storage and assembly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions rega...

Page 4: ...the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1 877 986 7783 from 8 00 am to 5 00 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your u...

Page 5: ...injury or death if not avoided The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word WARNING calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided The saf...

Page 6: ...ing Emergency Stop Hot Surface Wear hand and foot protection Use two handed DO NOT smoke near fuel Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Ignition ON OFF Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open...

Page 7: ...wer lines This unit is not insulated against electrical current Carburetor Adjustment Low speed mixture Plan retreat path from falling objects Purge Bulb DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Wear s...

Page 8: ...improperly and or safety precautions are not followed Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit Physical Condition Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good If you ar...

Page 9: ...plant matter such as pollen Make sure the mask does not impair your vision and replace the mask as needed to prevent air restrictions Proper Clothing Wear snug fitting durable clothing Pants should h...

Page 10: ...believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold Exposure to vibration and cold may cause...

Page 11: ...nstead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands Reduce the s...

Page 12: ...y uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not over reach Avoid Hot Surfaces Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris Avoid contact during and immediately after ope...

Page 13: ...e to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective covers are properly assembled to unit NEVER reach into...

Page 14: ...line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks and fuel feed lines An Emission Control Label is located on the...

Page 15: ...our unit Make sure the decal s is legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on it If a decal cannot be read a new one can be ordered from your Shindaiwa dealer Safety label is for ex...

Page 16: ...er of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts ASSEMBLY This model is factory assembled 1 Blades 2 Blade Guard 3 Spark Plug 4 Choke Lever 5 Purge Bulb 6 Air Filter 7 T...

Page 17: ...fires around dry vegetation This unit is equipped with a spark arrester to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine Metal cutters can also create sparks if the cutter strikes rocks metal or...

Page 18: ...e an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD certified oil will void the 2 stroke engine warranty 2 Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and other additives that may be harmful if swall...

Page 19: ...eakage If fuel leakage is found do not start or operate unit until leakage is repaired Move at least 3 m 10 ft from refueling location before starting the engine Gasoline vapor is heavier than air and...

Page 20: ...e laws vary by locality Contact your local government for the laws affecting your area As a precaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away...

Page 21: ...and storage Remove scabbard before using the unit 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch A away from the STOP position 2 Choke Move choke B to COLD START closed position 3 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until f...

Page 22: ...adjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your dealer 6 Throttle Trigger After engine warm up grip the throttle handle and support handle Depress the thro...

Page 23: ...ank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or 5 times 3 Recoil Starter Place the unit on a flat clear area Grip the support handle securely with one hand and pull the recoil starter handle D until engi...

Page 24: ...andle that can be turned 90 to either side of vertical operating position to help reduce operator fatigue and improve precision trimming Always stop the engine before rotating the handle Failure to do...

Page 25: ...ge or shrub and proceed to cut Never remove hands from unit when blades are moving The engine continues running even when the blades have stopped due to an obstruction If this occurs stop the engine d...

Page 26: ...tools we recommend that you take your unit to a Servicing Dealer for maintenance To help you decide whether you want to DO IT YOURSELF or have the Dealer do it each maintenance task has been graded If...

Page 27: ...integrity Replacement is recommended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection COMPONENT SYSTEM MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE REQUIRED SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect Clean 1...

Page 28: ...cover 3 Replace filter if it is damaged fuel soaked very dirty or the rubber sealing edges are deformed Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in water detergent solution to loo...

Page 29: ...When servicing model year 2012 and later equipment only fuel supply hoses certified by EPA can be used to replace the original equipment supply hose Fines up to 37 500 may be enforced for using an un...

Page 30: ...from reaching the cylinder Dust and grass build up on the outside of the cylinder This build up insulates the engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleanin...

Page 31: ...C gasket D and screen E from muffler body 5 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon deposits be careful not to damage the catalytic element inside muffler 6 Replace sc...

Page 32: ...and attach spark plug lead 8 Start engine and warm to operating temperature 9 Stop engine and re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifications Carburetor Adjustment The blades must not move at idl...

Page 33: ...rating the engine below 335 m 1 100 ft ASL otherwise severe engine damage may result Level 2 Note Every unit is run at the factory and the carburetor is set in compliance with emission regulations Car...

Page 34: ...ury Avoid touching blades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect hands 1 Move stop switch to stop position 2 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug 3 Brush loose debris from blade and...

Page 35: ...grommet next to the grease icon then add grease as illustrated 4 Reinstall the grommet securely in the hole otherwise it may become lost Blades Hedge trimmer blades are very sharp touching them may le...

Page 36: ...of blade Do not pry against cutting edges 5 File each edge carefully Follow the original shape of the blade 6 Install blade guard Use new lock nuts each time blade guard is installed See dealer for c...

Page 37: ...wet with fuel Fuel mixture too rich OPEN choke Clean or replace air filter Adjust carburetor See your dealer Spark at end of plug wire No spark STOP switch OFF Electrical problem Interlock switch Tur...

Page 38: ...ay result Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp Touching them may lead to severe personal injury Avoid touching blades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect hands Engine runs but dies or E...

Page 39: ...unit 4 Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required 5 Apply clean oil to the entire length of the blade Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated 6 Install scabbard on blades 7 Tig...

Page 40: ...Ignition System Flywheel magneto capacitor discharge ignition type Spark Plug NGK BPMR8Y Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed gasoline and two stroke oil Gasoline Oil Ratio 50 1 Gasoline Use 89 Octane unle...

Page 41: ...2 41 07 22 ECHO Incorporated Height 24 mm 0 94 in Maximum Diameter Cut Soft Material 25 4 mm 1 0 in Woody Material 13 mm 0 5 in Idle Speed 3 300 RPM Clutch Engagement Speed 4 700 RPM Wide Open Throttl...

Page 42: ...s FAST and EASY NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Incorporated Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recal...

Page 43: ...DH232 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7712240202 43 07 22 ECHO Incorporated...

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