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SHINDAIWA OWNER'S/OPERTOR'S MANUAL
T230 GRASS TRIMMER
C230 BRUSHCUTTER
Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this
manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and
hearing protection when operating this unit.
Part Number 62091-94310 Rev. 12/04
WARNING!
T230
C230

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  • Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERTOR'S MANUAL T230 GRASS TRIMMER C230 BRUSHCUTTER T230 C230 WARNING! Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and hearing protection when operating this unit. Part Number 62091-94310 Rev. 12/04...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Shindaiwa Unit Description .......... 6 dealer will be glad to assist you. You may also contact Shindaiwa, Inc. at the ad- Specifications ..........6 dress printed on the back of this manual. Assembly ............7 Mixing Fuel ..........

  • Page 3: Safety Information

    Safety Information Stay Alert Work Safely You must be physically and mentally fit to Trimmers and brushcutters operate at very operate this unit safely. high speeds and can do serious damage or injury if they are misused or abused. Never allow a person without training or instruc- tion to operate this unit! WARNING!
  • Page 4 The Properly Equipped Operator Wear hearing protection devices and a Always wear eye protection such as broad-brimmed hat or helmet. goggles or safety glasses to shield against thrown objects. Wear close-fitting clothing to protect legs and arms. Always wear a strap. Gloves offer added protection and are strongly recom- mended.

  • Page 5: Safety Labels

     Engine assembly GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!  Outer tube assembly Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your  Guard Shindaiwa trimmer or brushcutter. Do not make modifications to this unit without the written approval of Shindaiwa, Inc.

  • Page 6: Unit Description

    WARNING! Outer Tube Fuel Do not make unauthorized modifica- Tank Tank Throttle tions or alterations to any of these units Guard Trigger or their components. Gearcase C230 BRUSHCUTTER Ignition Switch Cutting Attachment Spark Shoulder Shield Plug Strap Throttle Cutting Trigger...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Main Shaft 2. Use the 4mm hex wrench to loosen the tube clamp Decal Clamp Tube Clamp screw. Verify that the D- C230 Brushcutter shaped shim washer is positioned as shown. Tube Clamp Clamp Screw Outer Tube...
  • Page 8 Assembly Handle T230 1. Position the handle on the outer tube Socket-head Cap- forward of Handle Positioning Label as screws shown. Handle 2. Install the barrier bar with the socket Throttle As- head cap screws and nuts. Tighten the sembly screws finger-tight ONLY at this time.
  • Page 9 Connecting The Throttle Cable Remove The Cylinder Cover 3. Turn the cable adjuster nuts sufficiently 1. Remove the spark plug cap, then loosen for the throttle cable to fit in the notch the cylinder cover knob (about a dozen on the fan cover. Make sure the ignition turns needed).
  • Page 10 Assembly Trimmer Head Install the Trimmer Head. 1. Turn the unit over so that the gearcase Thread on the trim- output shaft faces UP. mer head 2. Remove the shaft bolt and bolt guard us- Shaft Bolt ing the combination spark plug wrench/ screwdriver.
  • Page 11 Assembly Blade Mount the Blade. Slide the safety clip off-center Shaft Bolt Turn the brushcutter upside down so the Bolt Guard gearcase output shaft is facing UP, and re- Safety move the shaft bolt, bolt guard and holder Clip Holder “B” "B"...

  • Page 12: Mixing Fuel

    20 l ......400 ml each refill, make sure there are no engines, and should never be used in fuel leaks around the fuel cap and/ your Shindaiwa engine! or tank. If a fuel leak is evident, CAUTION! stop using the unit immediately.

  • Page 13: Starting The Engine

    T230 returns to idle, carburetor idle speed should be adjusted (see the next page). C230 251021 4. While holding the outer tube firmly with Stopping the Engine one hand, slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is felt, then pull 1.

  • Page 14: Adjusting Engine Idle

    Make sure all hooks and adjust- procedures described here, return the ment devices are secure. 3. Adjust the length of the shoulder strap trimmer to your Shindaiwa dealer for so that you can hold and operate the inspection. machine comfortably.

  • Page 15: Using A Blade

    DO NOT use 2-tooth or NON-Shin- PATH OF BLADE ROTATION daiwa approved 4-tooth cutting blades  A blade-equipped unit must be with Shindaiwa brushcutters. equipped with a bicycle-type handle- bar or barrier bar as well as a har- Vertical cuts ness or strap.

  • Page 16: Using A Trimmer Head

    Engine Operating Speeds You may install one of several types of Shin- Make sure to use the following daiwa trimmer heads on your T230/ C230 Operate at full throttle while cutting grass. recommended Shindaiwa cutting trimmer or brushcutter, each with features attachment with this machine.

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    General Maintenance Daily Maintenance 10-Hour Maintenance Prior to each work day, perform the Every 10 hours of operation (more following: frequently in dusty or dirty conditions): WARNING! Remove the air cleaner element from the  Remove all dirt and debris from the air cleaner housing and clean it thoroughly Before performing any maintenance, engine, check the cooling fins and...

  • Page 18: Long Term Storage

    Use only lithium base grease (such as Shindaiwa Gear Case Lubricant).  Remove the air cleaner element from the carburetor and clean it thoroughly with soap and water.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Engine Does Not Start What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Faulty recoil starter. Consult with an authorized Does the engine Fluid in the crankcase. servicing dealer. crank? Internal damage. Loose spark plug. Tighten and re-test. Good Excess wear on Consult with an authorized compression? cylinder, piston, rings.
  • Page 20 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Low Power Output What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Operator is overworking Cut at a slower rate. Is the engine the unit. overheating? Carburetor mixture is Consult with an authorized too lean. servicing dealer. Improper fuel ratio. Refill with clean fresh unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher, mixed with...
  • Page 21 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) Additional Problems Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Clogged air filter. Clean or replace the air filter. Poor acceleration. Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter. Lean fuel/air Consult with an authorized mixture. servicing dealer. Idle speed set too low. Adjust: 2,750 (±250) min Switch turned off.

  • Page 22: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of Conformity...
  • Page 23 NOTES:...
  • Page 24 503 692-6696 www.shindaiwa.com Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. 6-2-11, Ozuka-Nishi, Asaminami-Ku, Hiroshima 731-3167, Japan Telephone: 81-82-849-2220 Fax: 81-82-849-2481 © 2004 Shindaiwa, Inc. Part Number 62091-94310 Revision 12/04 Shindaiwa is a registered trademark of Shindaiwa, Inc. Specifications subject to change without notice.

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