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MAINTENANCE

FH235

Blades

Blades should only be removed and reinstalled by an Authorized SHINDAIWA Servicing Dealer, otherwise 
premature wear or internal damage may occur.

Sharpening 

Level 2. 

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.

1. Move stop switch to stop position.

2. Disconnect spark plug wire.

3. Remove blade guard, if installed (see “Blade Guard 

Remove/Install instructions”).

4. Slide blades to allow file clearance using slots (A) on bottom 

of blade. Do not pry against cutting edges. 

5. File each edge carefully.  Follow the original shape of the 

blade.

If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat.

6. Install blade guard, if necessary (see “Blade Guard 

Remove/Install instructions”).

7. Lubricate blades  (see “Lubrication”).

8. Connect spark plug wire.

Parts Required:

none

A

6 mm (.25 in.) radius

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Summary of Contents for shindaiwa FH235

Page 1: ...er or catalytic muffler and surrounding cover may become extremely hot Always keep clear of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur The engine exhaust from this product co...

Page 2: ...afety Equipment 6 Equipment 8 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 9 EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III 9 Description 10 Contents 12 Assembly 13 Gear Housing Assembly Drive Shaft 13 Operation...

Page 3: ...e and address of the Authorized SHINAIWA Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 877 986 7783 Dealer information is also available on our Web Site When presenting your unit for Warranty...

Page 4: ...jury 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 safety...

Page 5: ...rgency Stop Hot Surface Avoid all power lines This unit is not insulated against electrical current Do not operate closer than 15 M 50 ft from electrical hazard Wear hand and foot protection Use two h...

Page 6: ...the handles Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands Breathing Protection Wear a face mask to protect against dust Hearing Protection ECHO recommends wearing hearing pro...

Page 7: ...If you experience discomfort redness and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration Repetitive Stre...

Page 8: ...p Hold the support handle and throttle handle with thumbs and fingers encircling the grips Keep a Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times Do not stand on slippery uneven or unstable sur...

Page 9: ...onal injury or property damage may occur Have unit repaired by an authorized servicing dealer before using EMISSION CONTROL EXHAUST EVAPORATIVE EPA 2010 and Later and or C A R B TIER III The emission...

Page 10: ...t 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 See PARTS ORDERING instructio...

Page 11: ...o cover blade during transport and storage Remove blade cover before using unit 11 SPARK PLUG Provides spark to ignite fuel mixture 12 TOP GUARD Protects arm from the hot engine 13 SPARK ARRESTOR MUFF...

Page 12: ...our retailer or SHINDAIWA Dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts ____ 1 Power Head drive shaft assembly ____ 1 Gear Case Assembly ____ 1 Operator s Manual...

Page 13: ...parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions clearing debris or servicing unit Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires This unit is equipped with a spark...

Page 14: ...tion caused by failure to use an ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD certified oil will void the engine warranty Shindaiwa Red ArmorTM engine oil may be mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in a...

Page 15: ...recaution store fuel in an approved airtight container Store in a well ventilated unoccupied building away from sparks and flames Stored fuel ages Do not mix more fuel than you expect to use in thirty...

Page 16: ...en position Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position Pull starter handle rope until engine starts and runs Rele...

Page 17: ...ealer 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch A away from the STOP position 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until fuel is visible and flows freely in the clear fuel tank return line Pump bulb an additional 4 or...

Page 18: ...y from your face and body 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 1 Always...

Page 19: ...evel 2 Moderate difficulty Some specialized tools may be required Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE LETTER CODES I INSPECT R REPLACE C CLEAN IMPORTANT NOTE Time intervals shown are maximum A...

Page 20: ...g dry Allow to dry completely before reuse Do not oil Air Filter Lightly brush debris from filter Soak heavily soiled filters in water detergent solution to loosen dirt then brush lightly Rinse with c...

Page 21: ...lean the plug or replace with a new one DO NOT sand blast to clean Remaining sand will damage engine 3 Adjust spark plug gap by bending outer electrode 4 Tighten spark plug to 150 170 kgf cm 130 150 i...

Page 22: ...ark Arrestor Screen Level 2 1 Remove spark plug lead 2 Remove muffler cover A 3 Place piston at Top Dead Center TDC to prevent carbon dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove spark arrestor screen D gaske...

Page 23: ...re tighten mounting bolts or nuts to specifications Carburetor Adjustment Level 2 Engine Break In New engines must be operated a minimum duration of two tanks of fuel break in before carburetor adjus...

Page 24: ...nt should not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result Lubrication Blades Level 1 Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp Touching them may lead to severe personal injury Avoid touching b...

Page 25: ...hem may lead to severe personal injury Avoid touching blades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect hands 1 Remove gear housing locating screw A and loosen clamping screw B Remove the gea...

Page 26: ...protect hands 1 Move stop switch to stop position 2 Disconnect spark plug wire 3 Remove blade guard if installed see Blade Guard Remove Install instructions 4 Slide blades to allow file clearance usin...

Page 27: ...h extensions when tightening blade screws and blade locknuts to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades 1 Tighten blade screws A securely 2 Hold blade screws A to prevent turning and tighten l...

Page 28: ...at end of plug wire No spark Stop switch off Electrical problem Interlock switch Turn switch to ON See your SHINDAIWA dealer See your SHINDAIWA dealer Spark at plug No spark Spark gap incorrect Covere...

Page 29: ...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 blade cover on blades 7 Tighten all the scr...

Page 30: ...ine and Two stroke Oil Fuel Oil Ratio 50 1 SHINDAIWA Red Armor ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O M345 FD two stroke air cooled engine oil Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel containing me...

Page 31: ...OM Should you require assistance or have questions concerning Shindaiwa s Warranty Statement you can contact our Consumer Product Support Department at 1 800 673 1558 or contact us through the web at...

Page 32: ...Preventative maintenance as outlined in the operator s manual is the customer s responsibility Failures due to improper set up pre delivery service or repair service by anyone other than authorized S...

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