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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.
X7702241603
© 12/19 ECHO Incorporated
Operator's
Manual
DH232

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  • Page 1 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS DH232 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 3 Parts/Serial Number................3 Service ....................4 Consumer Product Support ..............4 Product Registration ................4 Additional Literature ................4 Safety ......................5 Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information ......5 International Symbols ................

  • Page 3: Introduction

    SERVICING INFORMATION Parts/Serial Number Genuine SHINDAIWA Parts and Assemblies for your SHINDAIWA products are available only from an Authorized SHINDAIWA Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number and Serial Number of the unit with you.

  • Page 4: Service

    Service 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: Safety

    DH232 SAFETY SAFETY Manual Safety Symbols and Important Information Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.

  • Page 6: International Symbols

    SAFETY DH232 International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and understand Fuel and oil mixture Owners Manual Wear eye, ear and Finger severing head protection Emergency Stop Hot Surface Wear hand and DO NOT smoke near foot protection. fuel Use two handed Choke Control “COLD START”...
  • Page 7 DH232 SAFETY Symbol Description Symbol Description Plan retreat path Primer Bulb from falling objects DO NOT allow Wear slip resistant flames or sparks footwear near fuel Keep bystanders at least 4.5 meters (15 ft.) away. X7702241603 © 12/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 8: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment

    SAFETY DH232 Personal Condition and Safety Equipment Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov 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. Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed.
  • Page 9 DH232 SAFETY Hand Protection Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also provide protection against cuts and scratches, cold environments, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands. Hearing/Ear Protection ECHO recommends wearing personal protection whenever unit is used.
  • Page 10 SAFETY DH232 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.
  • Page 11 DH232 SAFETY 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 12 SAFETY DH232 Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death. Read the Manuals • Provide all users of this equipment with the Operator’s Manual for instructions on Safe Operation.

  • Page 13: Equipment

    DH232 SAFETY Equipment Use only ECHO 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, INC.

  • Page 14: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)

    EMISSION CONTROL DH232 EMISSION CONTROL (EXHAUST & EVAPORATIVE) CARB And EPA Emissions Control Information The emission control system for the engine is EM (engine modification) and, if the second to last character of the Engine Family on the Emission Control Information label (sample below) is “B”, “C”, “K”, or “T”, the emission...

  • Page 15: Description

    DH232 DESCRIPTION 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 ECHO dealer. Safety label is for example only.

  • Page 16: Contents

    CONTENTS DH232 Purge Bulb Spark Plug Choke Stop Switch Support Handle for Left Hand Blade Cover Guide Bar Cutter Fuel Tank Cap 10. Fuel Tank 11. Gear Case 12. Air Filter 13. Blade Guard 14. Recoil Starter Handle 15. Throttle Trigger Lock Out 16.

  • Page 17: Assembly

    DH232 ASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY This model is factory assembled. OPERATION 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 moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

  • Page 18: Fuel

    OPERATION DH232 Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels, such as E-15 (15% ethanol), E -85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting ECHO requirements are NOT approved for use in ECHO 2-stroke gasoline engines. Use of diesel or alternative fuels may cause...
  • Page 19 DH232 OPERATION AVOID repeated or prolonged skin contact. ◆ AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors. ◆ ECHO branded 2-stroke oils may be mixed at 50:1 ratio for application in all ECHO engines sold in the past regardless of ratio specified in those manuals.
  • Page 20 OPERATION DH232 Mixing Instructions Fuel to Oil Mix – 50:1 Ratio Fill an approved fuel container Metric with half of the required amount of gasoline. Add the proper amount of gal. fl.oz. 2-stroke oil to gasoline. Close container and shake to mix oil with gasoline.

  • Page 21: Starting Cold Engine

    DH232 OPERATION Starting Cold Engine 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. Note: The blade cover is used for transportation and storage.
  • Page 22 OPERATION DH232 Choke After engine fires (or 5 pulls), move choke (B) to the RUN ( (open) position. Restart engine if necessary and allow unit to warm up at idle for several minutes. Note: If engine does not start with choke in “RUN”...

  • Page 23: Starting Warm Engine

    DH232 OPERATION Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke. 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 carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjustment”...

  • Page 24: Stopping Engine

    OPERATION DH232 Stopping Engine Throttle Release throttle trigger (F) and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. Stop Switch Move stop switch (A) to STOP position. If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP position, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine.

  • Page 25: Rotating Operation

    DH232 OPERATION Rotating operation This model is equipped with a roating throttle handle that can be turned 90° to either side of vertical operating position to help reduce operator fatigue and improve precision trimming. Always stop the engine before rotating the handle! Failure to do so could result in serious injury.

  • Page 26: Hedge Trimming

    OPERATION DH232 Hedge Trimming 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. Always grip support handle with right hand, and throttle handle with left hand.

  • Page 27: Maintenance

    DH232 MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 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 moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.

  • Page 28: Maintenance Intervals

    MAINTENANCE DH232 Maintenance Intervals MAINTENANCE REQUIRED COMPONENT/SYSTEM PROCEDURE SKILL LEVEL Daily or Before Use Air Filter Inspect/Clean * Choke Shutter Fuel System Inspect Cooling System Inspect/Clean Recoil Starter Rope Inspect/Clean * Screws/Nuts/Bolts Inspect/Tighten/Replace * Blades Inspect/Clean Every Refuel Fuel System...

  • Page 29: Air Filter

    DH232 MAINTENANCE Air Filter Level 1. Parts Required: AIR FILTER Close choke (A)(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. Brush dirt from inside cover.

  • Page 30: Fuel Filter

    MAINTENANCE DH232 Fuel Filter Level 1. Parts Required: FUEL FILTER Fuel is VERY flammable. Use extreme care when mixing, storing or handling, or serious personal injury may result. Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank.

  • Page 31: Spark Plug

    DH232 MAINTENANCE Spark Plug Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Plug Use only NGK BPMR-8Y spark plug otherwise severe engine damage may occur. Remove spark plug and check for fouling, worn and rounded center electrode. Clean the plug or replace with a new one.

  • Page 32: Cooling System

    MAINTENANCE DH232 Cooling System Level 2. 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 33: Exhaust System

    DH232 MAINTENANCE Exhaust System Spark Arrestor Screen Level 2. Parts Required: Spark Arrestor Screen, Gasket Remove spark plug lead. Remove muffler cover (B). Place piston at Top Dead Center (TDC) to prevent carbon/dirt from entering cylinder. Remove exhaust guide (C), gasket (D), and screen (E) from muffler body.
  • Page 34 MAINTENANCE DH232 Exhaust Port Cleaning Level 2. Parts Required: As needed: Heat Shield Remove spark plug lead from spark plug, and remove muffler cover. Place piston at top dead center. Remove muffler and heat shield. Use a wood or plastic...

  • Page 35: Carburetor Adjustment

    DH232 MAINTENANCE Carburetor Adjustment 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 carburetor according to these instructions, or see your ECHO Dealer.

  • Page 36: Lubrication

    MAINTENANCE DH232 When carburetor adjustment is completed, the cutting attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Lubrication Blades Level 1. Parts Required: Echo RedArmor™ Blade Cleaner & Lubricant, or 20W Engine Oil (blade lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (blade cleaning) Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp.
  • Page 37 DH232 MAINTENANCE Gear Box Level 1. Parts Required: Lithium Based Grease. Clean dirt from the grease fitting (A) and grommet (B). 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.

  • Page 38: Blades

    MAINTENANCE DH232 Blades Hedge trimmer blades are very sharp, touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when tightening blade screws and blade lock nuts to keep hands at a safe distance from sharp blades.
  • Page 39 DH232 MAINTENANCE Adjustment Level 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. Tighten blade screws securely. Hold blade screws (A) to prevent turning, and tighten lock nuts (B).

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING DH232 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Engine Fuel strainer or Clean or replace Fuel at No fuel at starts hard fuel line carburetor carburetor See your dealer obstructed No fuel at Engine Carburetor See your dealer...
  • Page 41 DH232 TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Plug dirty or Clean and adjust Spark plug Normal wear Engine worn or replace runs, but Improper Carburetor Vibration Adjust dies adjustment Extended Cooling Cooling operation in system dirty...

  • Page 42: Storage

    STORAGE DH232 STORAGE The muffler and surrounding cover become hot during operation. Always keep exhaust area clear of flammable debris during transportation or when storing, otherwise serious property damage or personal injury may result. Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury.
  • Page 43 DH232 STORAGE Drain fuel tank completely. Press purge bulb 6-7 times to remove remaining fuel from carburetor then drain the tank again. Close choke, start and run the engine until it stops due to lack of fuel. Allow engine to cool. Remove the spark plug lead from the spark plug.

  • Page 44: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS DH232 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL DH232 Length 1,063 mm (41.9 in.) Width 272 mm (10.7 in.) Height 195 mm (7.7 in.) Weight (dry) 4.97 kg (11.0 lb.) Engine Type Air cooled, two-stroke, single cylinder gasoline engine Bore 32.2 mm (1.27 in.) Stroke 26.0 mm (1.02 in.)

  • Page 45: 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 46 PRODUCT REGISTRATION DH232 X7702241603 © 12/19 ECHO Incorporated...

  • Page 47: Notes

    DH232 NOTES NOTES X7702241603 © 12/19 ECHO Incorporated...
  • Page 48 S/N T29013001001 - T29013999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 -usa www.shindaiwa .com...

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