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X7722277101
06/13
SHINDAIWA OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL
T235 TRIMMER
others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself
with the contents. Always wear eye and hearing pro-
tection when operating this unit.
WARNING!
Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and

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  • Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL T235 TRIMMER WARNING! Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear eye and hearing pro- tection when operating this unit. X7722277101 06/13...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    If you have questions regarding your hand-held power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.

  • Page 3: Safety

    Warning and Operational Labels WARNING: Surface can be hot. Al- Make sure no one is within ways wear gloves when handling Read and follow this operator's 15 M / 50 feet of an operating 50 FEET this unit. (15m manual. Failure to do so could machine.
  • Page 4 New labels are available from your local autho- DO NOT OPERATE THIS M ACHINE WITH A BLADE Shindaiwa Inc. 19422-00028 rized Shindaiwa dealer. The Properly Equipped Operator Wear hearing protection devices and a broad-brimmed hat or helmet. A helmet Always wear eye protection such as...

  • Page 5: Product Description

    Be Aware of the Working Environment Make sure bystanders Reduce the risk of bystanders being or observers struck by flying debris. Make sure no outside the one is within 15 meters (50 feet)— Avoid long-term 15 meter (50 that’s about 16 paces of an operating operation in very hot feet) “danger attachment.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Engine Name T235 Engine Type 2-cycle, vertical cylinder, air cooled Dry Weight (Without cutting attachment) 5.1 kg/12.1 lb. Bore x Stroke 32.2 x 26.0 mm (1.27 x 1.02 in.) Displacement 21.2 cc (1.29 cu. in.) Fuel/Oil Ratio 50:1 with *ISO-L-EGD or JASO FD class engine oil Fuel Tank Capacity .44 L (14.9 oz.)
  • Page 7 Cutting attachment shield CAUTION Wear Gloves or personal injury may result: • Cutoff knife is sharp. • Gearcase and surrounding area may be hot. NOTE: The plastic shield is for use with the Nylon Line Head only. Install Metal Shield when using plastic or metal blades. Remove plastic threaded shaft sleeve and adapter plate (C) from PTO shaft (A).

  • Page 8: Mixing Fuel

    2-Stroke Oil is strongly recommended as it meets this standard and is specifically formulated for use in all Shindaiwa 2-stroke engines. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by fail- ure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. M345/FD certified oil will void the engine warranty.

  • Page 9: Filling The Fuel Tank

    Handling Fuel DANGER 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 10: Starting The Engine

    Starting the Engine WARNING! The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts, and could result in possible serious injury. Keep movable parts of the attachment away from objects that could become entangled or thrown, and surfaces that could cause loss of control. Starting Cold Engine Stop Switch Move stop switch button (A) forward away from the STOP position.

  • Page 11: Stopping The Engine

    Starting Warm Engine The starting procedure is the same as Cold Start except DO NOT close the choke, and do not hold throttle trigger fully depressed. WARNING! The attachment should not move at idle, otherwise serious personal injury may result. NOTE: If attachment moves, readjust carburetor according to “Carburetor Adjust- ment”...

  • Page 12: Checking Unit Condition

    Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements. Cutting grass with a trimmer head Your Shindaiwa unit may be equipped with one of several Shindaiwa trimmer head models, each with features for specific applications and/or operational requirements.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    FORMANCE AND DURABILITY TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY IMPAIR THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE EMISSION CON- TROL SYSTEM AND MAY HAVE A BEARING ON THE OUTCOME OF A WARRANTY CLAIM. NOTE: Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty. WARNING! WARNING!
  • Page 14 Maintenance (continued) Muffler This unit must never be operated with a faulty or missing spark arrester or muffler. Make sure the muffler is well secured and in good condition. A worn or damaged muffler is a fire hazard and may also cause hearing loss. Spark Plug Keep the spark plug and wire connections tight and clean.

  • Page 15: Gear Housing

    ■ Use a hooked wire to extract the fuel filter from inside the fuel tank. Inspect the fuel filter element. If it shows signs of contami- nation, replace with a genuine Shindaiwa replacement fuel filter element. ■ Before reinstalling the new filter element, inspect the condi- tion of all the fuel system components (fuel pick-up line, fuel return line, tank vent line, tank vent, fuel cap and fuel tank).
  • Page 16 Maintenance (continued) If the engine becomes sluggish and low on power, check and clean the spark arrester screen. WARNING! Never operate the unit with a damaged or missing muffler or spark arrester! Operating with a missing or damaged spark arrester is a fire hazard and could also damage your hearing.
  • Page 17 WARNING! The cutting attachment must NEVER move at engine idle! If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the proce- dure described here, return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection. Idle Speed Adjustment 1. Place the unit on the ground, then start the engine, and then allow it to idle 2-3 minutes until warm.

  • Page 18: Nylon Line Replacement

    Nylon Line Disassembly Instructions NOTE: For normal use, Speed Feed head disassembly is not necessary. How- ever, 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). Remove cover from eyelet carrier.

  • Page 19: Long Term Storage

    Damage resulting from stale or con- and reassemble the element. running. taminated fuel is not covered by the ■ Shindaiwa warranty policy. Store the unit in a clean, dust-free 3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 until the engine area. will no longer start.

  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide

    ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classifi ed oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. ENGINE DOES NOT START What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Faulty recoil starter. Does the engine crank? Fluid in the crankcase. Internal damage. Tighten and re-test.
  • Page 21 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classifi ed oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Piston seizure. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Faulty carburetor and/or diaphragm. Overheating condition. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa Engine is knocking.
  • Page 22 Adjust idle. Check Specifi cations page for correct Idle set too high. Engine will not idle idle speed. down. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing Engine has an air leak. dealer. Adjust idle. Check Specifi cations page for correct idle Engine idle too high.

  • Page 23: Warranty

    The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as pre- scribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product difficulty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your Shindaiwa unit to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made.
  • Page 24 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the Shindaiwa oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.
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  • Page 28: Servicing Information

    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, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine. For future reference, write them in the space provided below.

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