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FH235

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X7507821000

15

© 1/2019 ECHO Inc.

1.

Power Head

2.

Throttle Handle - For Right Hand

3.

Throttle Trigger Lockout 

4.

Stop Switch

5.

Support Handle - For Left Hand

6.

Drive Shaft Assembly

7.

Blades

8.

Gear Housing Assembly

9.

Throttle Trigger

10.

Blade Cover

11.

Spark Plug

12.

Top Guard

13.

Spark Arrestor Muffler or Spark Arrestor Muffler With Catalyst

14.

Fuel Tank

15.

Recoil Starter Handle

16.

Fuel Tank Cap

17.

Purge Bulb

18.

Air Cleaner

19.

Choke Control

Summary of Contents for FH235

Page 1: ...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 t...

Page 2: ...pment 13 Emission Control Exhaust Evaporative 14 CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information 14 Description 15 Contents 17 Assembly 17 Gear Housing Assembly and Drive Shaft 17 Operation 18 Fuel 19 Star...

Page 3: ...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 echo u...

Page 4: ...ensure trouble free warranty coverage it is important that you register your SHINDAIWA equipment on line at WWW SHINDAIWA USA COM or by filling out the product registration sheet included in this manu...

Page 5: ...e provides information necessary for the protection of the unit Note This enclosed message provides tips for use care and maintenance of the unit CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL This symbol means the specific...

Page 6: ...alling objects DO NOT Allow Flames or Sparks Near Fuel Ignition ON OFF DO NOT Smoke Near Fuel Primer Bulb Choke Control RUN Position Choke Open Choke Control COLD START Position Choke Closed Wear Foot...

Page 7: ...of exhaust and muffler area otherwise serious personal injury may occur Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and or safety precautions are not fol...

Page 8: ...Protection Operators who are sensitive to dust or other common airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask to prevent inhaling these materials while operating unit Dust masks can provide protectio...

Page 9: ...Failure to follow instructions may result in painful wrist hand arm injuries It is believed that a condition called Raynaud s Phenomenon which affects the fingers of certain individuals may be brought...

Page 10: ...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 Tak...

Page 11: ...evented from coming nearer than 15 m 50 ft while the unit is in use Keep a Firm Grip Hold the support handle and throttle handle with thumbs and fingers encircling the grips Keep a Solid Stance Mainta...

Page 12: ...uld 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 movin...

Page 13: ...fuel line emission control system is EVAP evaporative emissions Evaporative emissions for California models are only applicable to fuel tanks An Emission Control Label is located on the engine This i...

Page 14: ...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 Shaft label is for exampl...

Page 15: ...top Switch 5 Support Handle For Left Hand 6 Drive Shaft Assembly 7 Blades 8 Gear Housing Assembly 9 Throttle Trigger 10 Blade Cover 11 Spark Plug 12 Top Guard 13 Spark Arrestor Muffler or Spark Arrest...

Page 16: ...tely notify your retailer or SHINDAIWA Dealer of damaged or missing parts Use the contents list to check for missing parts ASSEMBLY Gear Housing Assembly and Drive Shaft Note Hedge Trimmer Blades are...

Page 17: ...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 moving parts have come to a complete s...

Page 18: ...ended machine operation including but not limited to improper clutch engagement Diesel or alternative fuels may also cause premature deterioration of fuel lines gaskets carburetors and other engine co...

Page 19: ...ontact AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors Shindaiwa branded 2 stroke oils may be mixed at 50 1 ratio for application in all Shindaiwa engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those ma...

Page 20: ...ke to mix oil with gasoline 4 Add remaining gasoline close fuel container and remix Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut off...

Page 21: ...to severe personal injury Avoid touching blades whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect hands Note The blade cover is used for transportation and storage Remove blade cover before using t...

Page 22: ...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 Release throttle trigger and...

Page 23: ...ious personal injury may result Periodic carburetor adjustment may be necessary to assure blades do not move at idle If blades move readjust carburetor according to Carburetor Adjustment instructions...

Page 24: ...e fires Note If engine does not start after 5 pulls use Cold Start Procedure Stopping Engine 1 Throttle Release throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine 2 Stop Sw...

Page 25: ...stop the engine disconnect ignition cable and remove the obstruction 1 Always grip throttle handle with right hand and support handle with left hand 2 Hold trimmer firmly and squeeze throttle trigger...

Page 26: ...O IT YOURSELF or have the Dealer do it each maintenance task has been graded If the task is not listed see your Dealer for repairs Skill Levels Level 1 Easy to do Common tools may be required Level 2...

Page 27: ...mended based on the finding of damage or wear during inspection Air Filter Level 1 1 Close choke COLD START position This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is remov...

Page 28: ...se with clean water and allow to dry completely before reuse 4 Install air filter in air filter case 5 Install air filter cover Fuel Filter Level 1 Fuel is VERY flammable Use extreme care when mixing...

Page 29: ...using an non certified replacement part Spark Plug Level 2 Use only NGK BPM8Y spark plug BPMR8Y in Canada otherwise severe engine damage may occur 1 Remove spark plug and check for fouling worn and r...

Page 30: ...e engine and prevents the heat from leaving Removal of cooling passage blockages or cleaning of cooling fins is considered Normal Maintenance Any failure attributed to lack of maintenance is not warra...

Page 31: ...prevent carbon dirt from entering cylinder 3 Remove spark arrestor screen cover C gaskets D E and screen F from muffler body 4 Clean carbon deposits from muffler components Note When cleaning carbon d...

Page 32: ...bon 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 damaged 5 Instal...

Page 33: ...by an authorized ECHO service dealer If the engine is adjusted for operation above 330 m 1100 ft ASL the carburetor must be re adjusted when operating the engine below 330 m 1 100 ft ASL otherwise sev...

Page 34: ...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 plug...

Page 35: ...turning resistance is not felt when installing lock nuts 1 Tighten blade screws securely 2 Hold blade screws A to prevent turning and tighten lock nuts B TROUBLESHOOTING Fuel vapors are extremely flam...

Page 36: ...your dealer Spark at plug Incorrect gap Covered with carbon Fouled with fuel Plug defective Adjust to 0 65mm 0 026 in Clean or replace plug Engine runs but dies or Engine does not accelerate properly...

Page 37: ...immers 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 stor...

Page 38: ...of its travel and leave it there 10 Install the spark plug Connect the spark plug lead to the spark plug SPECIFICATIONS MODEL FH235 Length 2017 mm 79 40 in Width 251 mm 9 88 in Height 237 mm 9 33 in...

Page 39: ...arter Clutch Centrifugal Type Gear Case Ratio 4 60 1 Cutter Double Reciprocating Blade Double Edge Length 557 mm 21 9 in Pitch 35 mm 1 38 in Maximum Diameter Cut Soft Material 25 4 mm 1 0 in Woody Mat...

Page 40: ...ne It s FAST and EASY NOTE your information will never be sold or misused by ECHO Inc Registering your purchase enables us to contact you in the unlikely event of a service update or product recall an...

Page 41: ...FH235 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7507821000 41 1 2019 ECHO Inc...

Page 42: ...NOTES FH235 42 X7507821000 1 2019 ECHO Inc NOTES...

Page 43: ...FH235 NOTES X7507821000 43 1 2019 ECHO Inc...

Page 44: ...ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich IL 60047 www shindaiwa usa com U12115001001 U12115999999...

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