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x7722271404 / x772000164
GRASS TRIMMER /

BRUSH CUTTER

Operator's Manual
The muffler 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 contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Specifications, descriptions and illustrative material in this literature are as
accurate as known at the time of publication, but are subject to change
without notice. Illustrations may include optional equipment and
accessories, and may not include all standard equipment.
X7732272700
© 1/2016 ECHO Inc.
T235
Burn Hazard

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  • Page 1: Brush Cutter

    / x772000164 T235 GRASS TRIMMER / BRUSH CUTTER Operator’s Manual Burn Hazard The muffler 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 contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS T235 Users of this equipment risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. ECHO provides an operator’s manual. It must be read and understood for proper and safe operation. Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
  • Page 3 T235 TABLE OF CONTENTS Maintenance ....................26 Skill Levels ....................26 Maintenance Intervals ................26 Air Filter ....................27 Fuel Filter ....................28 Spark Plug....................29 Cooling System ..................29 Exhaust System ..................31 Carburetor Adjustment ................32 Lubrication....................33 Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions ..........

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer. For the name and address of the Authorized SHINDAIWA Service Dealer nearest you, ask your retailer or call: 1- 877-986-7783. Dealer information is also available on WWW.SHINDAIWA- USA.COM.

  • Page 5: Consumer Product Support

    Consumer Product Support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application, operation or maintenance of this product you may 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 your unit.

  • Page 6: International Symbols

    SAFETY T235 The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided. The enclosed message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit.

  • Page 7: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    T235 SAFETY Symbol Description Symbol Description Choke Control “COLD Choke Control “RUN” START” Position (Choke Position (Choke Open) Closed) Keep Bystanders and Do not use blades. Helpers String line only. Away 15 m (50 ft.). Beware Thrown Do not use blades. String Objects line only.
  • Page 8 SAFETY T235 Eye Protection Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements ◆ must be worn whenever you operate the unit. For additional safety, a full-face shield may be worn over ◆ safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris.
  • Page 9 T235 SAFETY The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation, which may interfere with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
  • Page 10 SAFETY T235 Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) It is believed that overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain in those areas. Certain repetitive hand activities may put you at a high risk for developing a Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI).

  • Page 11: Equipment

    Avoid contact during and immediately after operation. Equipment Use only SHINDAIWA attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO, INC. will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO.

  • Page 12: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    EMISSION CONTROL T235 ALWAYS stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure ◆ all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit. DO NOT start or operate unit unless all guards and protective ◆...

  • Page 13: Emission Control

    T235 EMISSION CONTROL Product Emission Durability (Emission Compliance Period) The 50 or 300 hour emission compliance period is the time span selected by the manufacturer certifying the engine emissions output meets applicable emissions regulations, provided that approved maintenance procedures are followed as listed in the Maintenance Section of this manual.

  • Page 14: Description

    Locate the safety decal(s) on your 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. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific information.
  • Page 15 T235 DESCRIPTION Shaft Label Hot Label POWER HEAD - Includes the Engine, Clutch, Fuel System, Ignition System and Recoil Starter. THROTTLE HANDLE - FOR RIGHT HAND - Contains Stop Switch, Throttle Lockout, and Throttle Trigger. THROTTLE TRIGGER LOCKOUT - This lever must be held during starting.
  • Page 16 DESCRIPTION T235 14. SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER OR SPARK ARRESTOR MUFFLER WITH CATALYST -The muffler or catalytic muffler controls exhaust noise and emission. The spark arrestor screen prevents hot, glowing particles of carbon from leaving the muffler. Keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris.

  • Page 17: Contents

    Due to packaging restrictions, some assembly may be necessary. After opening the carton, check for damage. Immediately notify your 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 - Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 18: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY T235 ASSEMBLY Shield Installation (Nylon line operation) Parts Required: Debris Shield, Shield Plate, three (3) 5 x 16 mm screws. Shield with cutoff knife is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Place the shield on the bottom of the bearing housing flange.

  • Page 19: To Advance Trimmer Line

    T235 ASSEMBLY Be sure adapter plate (C) remains on PTO shaft (A). Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (D). Thread line head (E) onto shaft by turning it counterclockwise until head is tight against adapter plate (C).

  • Page 20: Remove Nylon Line Headv

    OPERATION T235 Remove Nylon Line Headv Note: Do not disassemble nylon line head. Align locking hole in upper plate with notch in edge of gear housing and insert head locking tool (D). Remove line head (E) by turning it clockwise until head is completely off of shaft.

  • Page 21: Fuel

    (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345-FD certified oil will void the engine warranty. Shindaiwa Red Armor engine oil may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all Shindaiwa engines sold in the past, regardless of ratio specified in those manuals. X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 22 OPERATION T235 Handling Fuel Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. Use an approved fuel container. ◆ DO NOT smoke near fuel. ◆ DO NOT allow flames or sparks near fuel.

  • Page 23: Starting Cold Engine

    T235 OPERATION Storage - Fuel storage 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 from sparks and flames.

  • Page 24: Starting Warm Engine

    OPERATION T235 Recoil Starter Lay the unit on a flat area and keep movable attachment parts clear of all obstacles. Firmly grasp throttle handle and throttle trigger lockout with left hand and fully depress throttle trigger to wide open position. Rapidly pull recoil...

  • Page 25: Stopping Engine

    T235 OPERATION Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) away from the STOP position. 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 5 times.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Regular scheduled maintenance will help your unit achieve that goal. If you are unsure or are not equipped with the necessary tools, you may want to take your unit to an SHINDAIWA Service Dealer for maintenance. To help you decide whether you want to DO-IT-YOURSELF or have the SHINDAIWA Dealer do it, each maintenance task has been graded.

  • Page 27: Air Filter

    T235 MAINTENANCE REQ’D MAINTENANCE COMPONENT/SYSTEM SKILL PROCEDURE LEVEL Fuel System Inspect Cooling System Inspect/Clean Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean* Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace* Every Refuel Fuel System Inspect 3 Months Air Filter Replace* Fuel Filter Inspect* Fuel Cap Gasket Inspect* Spark Plug Inspect/Clean/Replace*...

  • Page 28: Fuel Filter

    MAINTENANCE T235 Close choke (COLD START ] position). This prevents dirt from entering the carburetor throat when the air filter is removed. Brush accumulated dirt from air cleaner area. Remove air filter cover and brush dirt from inside cover. Remove foam pre-filter and air...

  • Page 29: Spark Plug

    T235 MAINTENANCE Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. Pull the fuel filter from the fuel tank. Remove the filter from the line and install the new filter. Note: Federal EPA regulations...
  • Page 30 MAINTENANCE T235 Parts Required: None if you are careful. To maintain proper engine operating temperatures, cooling air must pass freely through the cylinder fin area. This flow of air carries combustion heat away from the engine. Overheating and engine seizure can occur when: •...

  • Page 31: Exhaust System

    T235 MAINTENANCE Remove grass and leaves from the grid between the recoil starter and fuel tank. Assemble components in reverse order. Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket Remove engine cover (B). Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder.

  • Page 32: Carburetor Adjustment

    MAINTENANCE T235 Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove engine cover. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler (A) and heat shield (B). Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port.

  • Page 33: Lubrication

    T235 MAINTENANCE If the engine is adjusted for operation above 1,100 feet ASL, the carburetor must be re-adjusted when operating the engine below 1,100 feet ASL, otherwise severe engine damage may result. Parts Required: None Note: Every unit is run at the...

  • Page 34: Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions

    MAINTENANCE T235 Nylon Line Head Disassembly Instructions Note: For normal use, Speed Feed® head disassembly is not necessary. However, if circumstances require disassembly, follow these instructions. Press top of locking tabs (A) on both sides of Speed Feed® head to release cover (B) from eyelet carrier (C).
  • Page 35 T235 MAINTENANCE Insert one end of trimmer line into an eyelet, and push line equal distance through trimmer head. Hold trimmer head while turning knob clockwise to wind line onto spool until about 13 cm (5 in.) of each line remains exposed.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING T235 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Fuel strainer Clean or replace clogged Clean or replace Fuel at No fuel at Fuel line See your carburetor carburetor clogged Shindaiwa Carburetor dealer No fuel at See your Shin-...

  • Page 37: Storage

    T235 STORAGE ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Air filter Air filter dirty Normal wear Clean or replace Contaminants/ Fuel filter Fuel filter dirty Replace residues in fuel Fuel vent Contaminants/ Fuel vent Clean or replace Engine...
  • Page 38 STORAGE T235 Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark. Place the stop switch in the “OFF” position. Remove accumulation of grease, oil, dirt and debris from exterior of unit. Perform all periodic lubrication and services that are required.

  • Page 39: Specifications

    Spark Plug NGKBPM8Y Gap 0.6 mm (0.026 in.) Fuel Mixed (Gasoline and Two-stroke Oil) ® 50 : 1 SHINDAIWA Red Armor ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD Fuel/Oil Ratio 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345- FD, two-stroke, air-cooled engine oil. Use 89 Octane unleaded. Do not use fuel containing...
  • Page 40 SPECIFICATIONS T235 MODEL T235 Clutch Engagement Speed 4,300 RPM Wide Open Throttle Speed 9000 RPM (W.O.T.) X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 41: Notes

    T235 NOTES NOTES X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 42: Product Registration

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing Shindaiwa Power Equipment Please go to http://www.shindaiwa-usa.com to register your new product on- line. 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, and verifies your ownership for warranty consideration.
  • Page 43 T235 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.

  • Page 44: Notes

    NOTES T235 NOTES X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 45 T235 NOTES X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 46 NOTES T235 X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 47 T235 NOTES X7732272700 © 1/2016 ECHO Inc.
  • Page 48 T46714001001 - T46714999999 ECHO, INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 www.echo-usa.com...

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