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Using a Grass Trimmer T230Your Shindaiwa T230 Grass Trimmer maybe equipped with one of several Shindaiwatrimmer head models, each with featuresfor specific applications and/or operationalrequirements.NOTE:A grass trimmer head can also be fitted to theShindaiwa C230 Brushcutter.For proper operation, always refer to theinstructions accompanying the trimmerhead being used. Available trimmer headstyles include: Semi-automatic. Trimmer line isindexed when the operator taps thetrimmer head on the ground duringoperation. Manual. The operator indexes linemanually with the grass trimmerstopped. Fixed. The operator must stop the unitand add new lengths of trimmer linemanually. Flail. This device, designed for clearingweeds and light brush, features threenylon blades attached to the head bypivots.CAUTION!Do not push the rotating line into trees,wire fences or any material that couldtangle or break line ends.Engine Operating SpeedsOperate at full throttle while cutting grass.CAUTION!Operation at low RPM can lead to prematureclutch failure.Trimming and Mowing GrassHold the grass trimmer so the trimmerhead is angled slightly into the area to becut. To ensure maximum trimmer-line servicelife, cut onlywith the tip of thetrimmer line. Cutgrass by swingingthe unit's trimmerhead from left toright. Keep the23041trimmer headhorizontal.Figure 31EdgingTilt the handle about 100°to the left (from horizontal)and move forward,holding the trimmer verticallyas shown.23042Figure 3214