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Introduction
The Shindaiwa DH232 Hedge Trimmer
has been designed and built to deliver
superior performance and reliability
without compromise to quality, comfort,
or durability.
Shindaiwa high performance engines
represent the leading edge of air-
cooled engine technology, delivering
exceptionally high power at remarkable
low displacement and weight. As an
owner/operator, you'll soon discover for
yourself why Shindaiwa is simply in a
class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this manual
describes units available at the time of
publication.
While every attempt has been made
to give you the very latest information
about your Shindaiwa product, there
may be some differences between
your DH232 hedge trimmer and what is
described here.
ECHO Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior
notification, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described
in this manual are intended to help
you get the most from your unit, and
to protect you and others from harm.
These procedures are guidelines for
safe operation under most conditions,
and are not intended to replace any
safety rules and/or laws that may be in
force in your area.
If you have questions regarding your
DH232 hedge trimmer, or if you do not
understand something in this manual,
your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad
to assist you. You may also contact
Shindaiwa at the address printed on the
back of this manual.
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Attention Statements
DANGER!
A statement preceded
by the triangular attention symbol
and the word "DANGER" contains
information that should be acted
upon to prevent serious injury or
death.
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the triangular
Attention Symbol and the word
"WARNING" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information
that should be acted upon to avoid
damaging your unit.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
IMPORTANT is one that possesses
special significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word "NOTE"
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
Finger severing.
Beware of high
temperature areas.
Wear eyes,ears and
head protection.
Contents
Introduction ........................................2
Attention Statements ......................... 2
General Safety Instructions ............... 3
Safety Equipment and Labels............ 5
Specifications ....................................5
Emission Control ...............................6
Unit Description .................................6
Mixing Fuel ........................................7
Filling the Fuel Tank ...........................8
Starting Procedure............................. 9
Operation .........................................10
Stopping the Engine ........................ 10
Maintenance and Adjustments ........ 11
Long Term Storage .......................... 17
Troubleshooting Guide .................... 18
Warranty Statement ..........................21
Product Registration ..........................23
Service .............................................28
Read and understand
owner's manual.
Wear foot protection
and gloves
Do not operate without
guards in place.
Keep bystanders at least
5 meters (15 feet)away.
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