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X7702241603

Operator’s

Manual

DH232

Hedge Trimmer

The engine exhaust 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 do so could result in serious injury.

Note: This product complies with CAN ICES-2/NMB-2.

Summary of Contents for DH232

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: ...t 13 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 14 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 14 Description 15 Contents 16 Assembly 17 Operation 17 Fuel 18 Starting Cold Engine 21 Starting Warm Engine 23 S...

Page 3: ...mbly specific to this product Scan QR codes for more information For additional literature including safety manuals where applicable or questions regarding terms used in this manual visit https www ec...

Page 4: ...call 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 y...

Page 5: ...l 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 sa...

Page 6: ...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 Do not operate without guards in place Carburetor...

Page 7: ...2 19 ECHO Incorporated Plan retreat path from falling objects Primer Bulb DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel Wear slip resistant footwear Keep bystanders at least 4 5 meters 15 ft away Symbol Des...

Page 8: ...mproperly 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 are...

Page 9: ...t 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 have l...

Page 10: ...elieved 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 ti...

Page 11: ...the following Avoid using your wrist in a bent extended or twisted position Instead try to maintain a straight wrist position Also when grasping use your whole hand not just the thumb and index finger...

Page 12: ...warned and children and animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m 50 ft while the unit is in use Keep a Firm Grip Always hold throttle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers tightly en...

Page 13: ...ould not be used Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries Keep hands clothing and loose objects away from all openings ALWAYS stop engine disconnect spark plug and make sure all movi...

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: ...ur 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 ECHO dealer Safety label is for example...

Page 16: ...d or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts 1 Purge Bulb 2 Spark Plug 3 Choke 4 Stop Switch 5 Support Handle for Left Hand 6 Blade Cover 7 Guide Bar 8 Cutter 9 Fuel Tank Cap 10...

Page 17: ...st IS HOT and contains Carbon Monoxide CO a poison gas Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness serious injury or death Exhaust can cause serious burns ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed a...

Page 18: ...ed to extend engine life in all air cooled 2 stroke and 2 4 stroke hybrid engines Two Stroke Oil A two stroke engine oil such as ECHO branded 2 stroke oils meeting ISO L EGD ISO CD 13738 and J A S O F...

Page 19: ...fuel caps slowly allowing pressure to equalize NEVER refuel a unit when the engine is HOT or RUNNING DO NOT fill fuel tanks indoors ALWAYS fill fuel tanks outdoors over bare ground DO NOT overfill fu...

Page 20: ...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 from sparks and flames...

Page 21: ...and storage Remove blade cover 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 unti...

Page 22: ...s 2 5 The blades must not move at idle otherwise serious personal injury may result Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle If blades move readjust carbure...

Page 23: ...st carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions in this manual or see your ECHO Dealer 1 Stop Switch Move stop switch A away from the STOP position 2 Purge Bulb Pump purge bulb C until f...

Page 24: ...gger F and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine 2 Stop Switch Move stop switch A to STOP position If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position close choke CO...

Page 25: ...prove precision trimming Always stop the engine before rotating the handle Failure to do so could result in serious injury To operate 1 Fully release throttle trigger 2 Push handle release lever 3 Rot...

Page 26: ...port handle with right hand and throttle handle with left hand 2 Hold trimmer firmly and squeeze throttle trigger to accelerate engine 3 Tilt trimmer so cutting teeth are angled slightly toward the he...

Page 27: ...s designed to provide many hours of trouble free service Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools we recommend...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...area 2 Remove air filter cover Brush dirt from inside 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 heav...

Page 30: ...e tank and install a new filter Note Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low per...

Page 31: ...may occur 1 Remove spark plug and check for fouling worn and rounded center electrode 2 Clean the plug or replace with a new one DO NOT sand blast to clean Remaining sand will damage engine 3 Adjust...

Page 32: ...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 cleaning...

Page 33: ...rbon dirt from entering cylinder 4 Remove exhaust guide 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 d...

Page 34: ...ool to scrape carbon from the exhaust port Do not scratch the cylinder or piston when cleaning the exhaust port Do not allow carbon particles to enter the cylinder 4 Inspect heat shield and replace if...

Page 35: ...isfactory starting emission and durability performance up to 1 100 feet above sea level ASL 96 0 kPa To maintain proper engine operation above 1 100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by...

Page 36: ...nds 1 Move stop switch to stop position 2 Disconnect spark plug wire from spark plug 3 Brush loose debris from blade and coat both sides of blade with the 50 50 cleaning mixture 4 Allow cleaning mixtu...

Page 37: ...Do not force grease Too much pressure will force grease past seals and cause damage Apply 1 2 pumps of grease every 20 hours of operation 3 Remove the grommet next to the grease icon then add grease...

Page 38: ...cing dealer otherwise premature wear or internal damage may occur Sharpening Level 2 If a power grinder is used DO NOT allow blade to over heat 1 Move stop switch to STOP position 2 Disconnect spark p...

Page 39: ...evel 2 Locking ability of hedge trimmer blade lock nuts will diminish each time they are removed Replace if turning resistance is not felt when installing lock nuts 1 Tighten blade screws securely 2 H...

Page 40: ...ith 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 Turn swit...

Page 41: ...dies or Engine does not accelerate properly Spark plug Plug dirty or worn Normal wear Clean and adjust or replace Carburetor Improper adjustment Vibration Adjust Cooling system Cooling systemdirty or...

Page 42: ...e trimmers in a stable horizontal position Support gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive flexing which may cause damage to these components Always install blade cover when transporting or...

Page 43: ...from the spark plug Remove the spark plug Pour 7 cc 0 25 oz of fresh clean two stroke engine oil into the cylinder through the spark plug hole a Place a clean cloth over the spark plug hole b Pull the...

Page 44: ...ischarge ignition type Spark Plug NGK BPM 8Y BPMR 8Y in Canada Gap 0 65 mm 0 026 in Fuel Mixed Gasoline and Two stroke Oil Gasoline Oil Ratio 50 1 Gasoline Use 89 Octane unleaded Do not use fuel conta...

Page 45: ...sused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration If you do not h...

Page 46: ...PRODUCT REGISTRATION DH232 46 X7702241603 12 19 ECHO Incorporated...

Page 47: ...DH232 NOTES X7702241603 47 12 19 ECHO Incorporated NOTES...

Page 48: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www shindaiwa usa com S N T29013001001 T29013999999...

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