Shindaiwa T230 User Manual

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A statement preceded by the word “NOTE” 

contains information that is handy to know 

and may make your job easier.

The Shindaiwa Pole Pruner Attachment 

is designed and built to deliver superior 

performance and reliability without 

compromise to quality, comfort, safety or 

durability.
As an owner/operator, you'll soon 

discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is 

simply in a class by itself!

The information contained in these 

instructions describes components 

available at the time of publication. 

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Introduction ......................................................2
Attention Statements ....................................2
Safety ...................................................................2
Product Description .......................................5

The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this unit as well as to 

protect you and others from harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most conditions, and are not 

intended to replace any safety rules and/or laws that may be in force in your area. If you have questions regarding your 

Shindaiwa  hand held power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact your local Shindaiwa 

dealer for assistance. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.

ECHO, Inc. reserves the right to make 

changes to products without prior 

notice, and without obligation to make 

alterations to units previously manu-

factured.

While every attempt has been made 

to provide the latest information about 

your Shindaiwa product, there may be 

some differences between your attach- 

ment and what is described here. 

Specifications ....................................................5
Assembly ............................................................6
Filling the Chain Oiler Reservoir .............. 12
Using the Pole Pruner ................................. 14

Maintenance .................................................. 15
Sharpening the Chain  ................................ 16
Troubleshooting Guide .............................. 17

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Throughout this manual are special “at-

tention statements”.

WARNING!
A statement preceded by  

the triangular attention symbol and  

the word “WARNING” contains infor-

mation that should be acted upon to 

prevent serious bodily injury.

A statement preceded by the word 

“CAUTION” contains information 

that should be acted upon to pre-

vent  mechanical damage.

A statement preceded by the word 

“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses 

special significance.

 DANGER!
A statement preceded by 

the triangular attention symbol and 

the word “DANGER” contains infor-

mation that should be acted upon 

to prevent serious injury or death.

Read and follow this manual, make sure 

anyone using the trimmer does likewise. 

Failure to do so could result in serious 

personal injury or machine failure. Keep 

this manual for future reference.

Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk 

of head injuries during operation of this 

machine. 

In addition, always wear eye and hearing 

protection. Shindaiwa recommends wearing 

a face shield as additional face and eye 

protection.

Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves.

This product conducts electricity. Keep 

the product and/or operator a minimum 

distance of 15 feet (4.5 meters) away from 

electrical sources and power lines.

Keep bystanders at least 50 feet (15 me-

ters) away from the operating trimmer to 

reduce the risk of being struck by falling 

objects or thrown debris.

Never operate this tool or any other power 

equipment if you are tired, ill, or under 

the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any 

substance that could affect your ability or 
judgement.

Be aware of the danger of falling 

debris.