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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.
X7712240402
© 06/22 ECHO Incorporated
Operator's
Manual
HT232
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- Page 1 Operator’s Manual HT232 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.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS HT232 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ....................3 Servicing Information .................. 3 Parts and 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 and 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
HT232 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 HT232 International Symbols Symbol Description Symbol Description Read and understand Fuel and oil mixture Owners Manual Wear eye, ear and head Finger Severing protection Emergency Stop Hot Surface Wear hand and foot protection DO NOT smoke near fuel Use two-handed Choke Control “COLD START”... - Page 7 HT232 SAFETY Symbol Description Symbol Description Avoid all power Do not operate lines. This unit is closer than 15 m not insulated (50 ft.) from against electrical electrical hazard. current. Plan retreat path from falling Purge Bulb objects DO NOT allow...
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Page 8: Personal Condition And Safety Equipment
SAFETY HT232 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 might 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 HT232 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 protective equipment whenever unit is used.
- Page 10 SAFETY HT232 The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation, which can 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 HT232 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 HT232 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.
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Page 13: Equipment
HT232 SAFETY Equipment Use only approved attachments. Serious injury may result from the use of a non-approved attachment combination. ECHO Incorporated will not be responsible for the failure of cutting devices, attachments or accessories which have not been tested and approved by ECHO Incorporated. Read and comply with all safety instructions listed in this manual and safety manual. -
Page 14: Emission Control (Exhaust & Evaporative)
EMISSION CONTROL HT232 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
HT232 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 authorized dealer. The safety decal is for example only. -
Page 16: 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. Hedge Trimmer Assembly Operator’s Manual... -
Page 17: Operation
Fuel Diesel fuels and alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa 2-stroke or Hybrid 4-stroke gasoline engines. Use of diesel or alternative... - Page 18 NOT approved. Use of ECHO branded fuel is recommended to extend engine life in all air-cooled 2-stroke and 2/4-stroke hybrid engines. Two Stroke Oil - A 2-stroke engine oil, such as Shindaiwa branded 2-stroke oils, meeting ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. FD Standards must be used.
- Page 19 HT232 OPERATION 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 20 OPERATION HT232 Spilled fuel is a leading cause of hydrocarbon emissions. Some states may require the use of automatic fuel shut-off containers to reduce fuel spillage. After use • Empty the fuel tank prior to storing the unit. Return unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.
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Page 21: Starting Cold Engine
HT232 OPERATION Starting Cold Engine Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands. Touching blades can cause severe personal injury. Note: The scabbard is used for transportation and storage. Remove the scabbard before using the unit. - Page 22 OPERATION HT232 Choke After engine fires (or 2-3 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”...
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Page 23: Starting Warm Engine
HT232 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: Stop Engine
OPERATION HT232 Stop Engine Throttle Release throttle trigger lock out (E) and throttle trigger (F). Allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine. STOP Switch Move STOP switch (A) to “O” or 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: Hedge Trimming
HT232 OPERATION Hedge Trimming Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body. -
Page 26: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE HT232 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 27: Maintenance Intervals
HT232 MAINTENANCE 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 28: Air Filter
MAINTENANCE HT232 Air Filter Level 1. Parts required: Air Filter. 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. Brush dirt from inside cover. -
Page 29: Spark Plug
HT232 MAINTENANCE Use a clean rag to remove loose dirt from around fuel cap and empty fuel tank. Carefully pull the fuel line and filter from the tank and install a new filter. Note: Federal EPA regulations require all model year... -
Page 30: Cooling System
MAINTENANCE HT232 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 31: Exhaust System
HT232 MAINTENANCE Exhaust System Spark Arrester Screen Level 2. Parts required: Spark Arrester 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 32: Carburetor Adjustment
MAINTENANCE HT232 Use a wood or plastic scraping tool to clean deposits from cylinder exhaust port. Never use a metal tool to scrape carbon 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. - Page 33 HT232 MAINTENANCE High Altitude Operation This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 335 m (1,100 ft.) above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation above 335 m (1,100 ft.) ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized service dealer.
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Page 34: Lubrication
MAINTENANCE HT232 Lubrication Blades Level 1. Parts required: ECHO RedArmor™ Blade Cleaner & Lubricant, or 20W Engine Oil (for blade lubrication), 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil (for blade cleaning) Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. -
Page 35: Blades
HT232 MAINTENANCE Remove the grommet next to the grease icon then add grease as illustrated. Reinstall the grommet securely in the hole otherwise, it may become lost. 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 36 MAINTENANCE HT232 Use new lock nuts each time blade guard is installed. See dealer for correct nuts. Lubricate blades (see “Lubrication”). Connect spark plug wire. 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.
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Page 37: Troubleshooting
HT232 TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE PROBLEM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Problem Check Status Cause Remedy Engine Clean or replace starts hard See your dealer Fuel strainer or Fuel at No fuel at fuel line carburetor carburetor obstructed Engine does not start No fuel at... -
Page 38: Storage
STORAGE HT232 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 39: Long Term Storage (Over 30 Days)
HT232 STORAGE Do not store in enclosure where fuel fumes may accumulate or reach an open flame or spark, otherwise serious personal injury may result. Always store and transport hedge trimmers in a stable, horizontal position. Support gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive flexing, which may cause damage to these components. -
Page 40: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS HT232 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HT232 Length 1,055 mm (41.5 in.) Width 258 mm (10.2 in.) Height 195 mm (7.7 in.) Weight (dry) 4.7 kg (10.3 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 41 HT232 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HT232 Height 24 mm (0.94 in.) Maximum Diameter Cut: Soft Material 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) Woody 13 mm (0.5 in.) Material Idle Speed 3,300 RPM Clutch Engagement 4,700 RPM Speed Wide Open Throttle 10,740 RPM Speed X7712240402...
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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 Incorporated. 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 HT232 PRODUCT REGISTRATION X7712240402 © 06/22 ECHO Incorporated...
- Page 44 U55612001001 - U55612999999 U45415001001 - U45415999999 U72515001001 - U72515999999 ECHO INCORPORATED 400 Oakwood Road Lake Zurich, IL 60047 -usa www.shindaiwa .com...
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