Shindaiwa AH231 - Manual - manualsarea.com

Page 2 - Attention Statements; Contents; NOTE

Attention Statements PAGE Attention Statements ........................... 1 Introduction ......................................... 2 Safety Precautions ............................... 2 Operating Precautions ........................ 5 Operating the Trimmer ...................... 7 Specifications .....

Page 3 - Introduction; Shindaiwa’s high-performance; Safety Precautions; If you have questions regarding

Introduction The Shindaiwa AH231 ArticulatiedHedge Trimmer is designed and builtto deliver superior performance andreliability without compromise toquality, comfort, safety or durability. Shindaiwa’s high-performance engines represent the leading edge of2-cycle engine technology, deliveringexception...

Page 4 - SAFETY; Consequential Damages; In the event that other component; What is Not Covered

3 Safety Precautions SAFETY 50ft 15M Electrical Hazard Keep bystanders at least50 feet (15 meters) awayfrom the operatingtrimmer to reduce therisk of being struck byfalling objects or throwndebris. Danger Falling Debris Read and follow thismanual, make sureanyone using the trimmerdoes likewise. Fail...

Page 5 - Safety Equipment and Labels; Emission System Warranty Statement

Safety Equipment and Labels Shaft Safety Label Figure 1 Throttle Interlock Ignition Switch High Voltage Label Cutter Blade Scabbard Hand Guard 4 IMPORTANT! Safety and Operation InformationLabels: Make sure all informationlabels are undamaged and readable.Immediately replace damaged ormissing informa...

Page 6 - Operating Precautions; TROUBLESHOOTING

Operating Precautions ■ Always make sure the cutterattachment is properlyinstalled and firmly tightenedbefore operation. ■ Never use a cracked orwarped cutter or cutter bar:replace it with a serviceableone and make sure it fitsproperly. ■ Before starting the engine,make sure the cutter is notcontact...

Page 8 - Operating the Articulated Hedge Trimmer

AH231_04 AH231_03 Always operate withboth hands firmlygripping the unit. Wear non-slip heavy-duty gloves to improveyour grip on the trimmerhandle. Wear snug-fitting clothes that alsopermit freedom ofmovement. NEVERwear shorts! Always wear a hard hat to reducethe risk of head injuries duringoperation...

Page 9 - DESCRIPTION; Troubleshooting Guide; ENGINE DOES NOT START

AH231 Specifications Dry Weight ..................... 5.9 kg/13.0 lb. Length (storage or transporting position) ................ 2360mm/93.0 in. Engine Type ............ 2-cycle, air-cooled, vertical-cylinder Bore x Stroke .... 32 x 28 mm/1.3 x 1.1" Displacement ........... 22.5 cc/1.4 cu. in. M...

Page 10 - Product Description; Prior To Assembly; Long Term Storage; MAINTENANCE

AH231_06 AH231_05 AH231_07 Product Description IMPORTANT! The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”;“right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front”and “rear” refer to directions asviewed by the operator during normaloperation. Fuel Tank Air Filter Assembly Recoil Starter Handle Grip Gearcase Prior To Assembl...

Page 11 - Powerhead Installation; Connect the Outer Tube to the Powerhead.; ASSEMBLY; Cutter Blade Adjustment

AH231_09 Powerhead Installation 1. Place the powerhead on a clean, flat surface, spark plug facing up. 2. Use the 4mm hex wrench to loosen Tube Clamp Hex Wrench Shim Washer Connect the Outer Tube to the Powerhead. the tube clamp screw. Verify thatthe D-shaped shim washer ispositioned as shown in Fig...

Page 12 - Every 135 hours of operation,

AH231_10 AH231_12 AH231_11 Assembly: AH231 Disconnect the spark plug boot and loosen the three engine cover screws (top screw is captive) Remove the Cylinder Cover. 1. Remove the spark plug boot. 2. Loosen the three cylinder cover screws, and then lift off the cylindercover. Connect the Throttle Cab...

Page 13 - Assemble and Adjust the Throttle Cable.; Tighten the two throttle cable; Lubricate the gearcase; Servicing the fuel filter; b. Remove the index bolt from the

Assembly; AH231 AH231_13 Assemble and Adjust the Throttle Cable. 1. Insert the throttle-cable housing into the notch on the fan cover, andclamp the black wire’s connectorbetween the fan cover and the cableouter adjuster nut as shown. 2. Tighten the two throttle cable adjuster nuts. Black Wire Black ...

Page 14 - Adjusting the Hedge Trimmer Cutter Assembly; With the index finger of your left

AH231_17 AH231_15 AH231_14 Adjusting the Hedge Trimmer Cutter Assembly Position the hedge trimmer on a flat,level surface with the engine restingon the fuel tank guard. Make sure thescabbard is in place on the blade. 1. With your right hand, grasp the handle, located immediatelybehind the hand guard...

Page 15 - Daily Maintenance

AH231_18 AH231_18 Adjusting the Hedge TrimmerCutter Assembly for DesiredCutting Angles Figure 14 Figure 15 Various blade positions possible Gearcase rotated to the storage/transportation position 270 ° 120 ° 14 Adjusting the Cutter Assemblyfor Storage or Transportation WARNING! Do not touch the cutt...

Page 16 - Filling the Fuel Tank; Minimize the risk of fire!; Stop engine before refueling.; Mixing Fuel; Examples of 50:1 mixing quantities; OPERATION; Muffler; General Maintenance; Spark Plug

15 Filling the Fuel Tank 1. Place the Articulated Hedge Trimmer on a flat, level surface. 2. Clear any dirt or other debris from around the fuel filler cap. 3. Remove the fuel cap, and fill the fuel tank with clean, fresh fuelmixture. 4. Install and firmly tighten the fuel cap. WARNING! Minimize the...

Page 17 - Starting A Cold Engine – Restarting After Refueling; Adjusting The Carburetor; Check and Adjust Idle Speed

Starting A Cold Engine – Restarting After Refueling Figure 16 IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two-position START-STOP switch mountedon the throttle body, typically labelled“I” for START and “O” for STOP. AH231_22 Primer Bulb Return Tube Figure 17 Choke Lever Closed 3. Choke the engine ...

Page 18 - Cranking The Engine; When The Engine Starts Or Fires; Starting A Flooded Engine; Stopping the Engine; If The Engine Fails To Start

AH231_24 Cranking The Engine Before starting the engine, make surethe cutter assembly is in the cuttingposition (extended). Refer to page 13for adjustment procedures. Neverstart the engine with the cutterassembly in the storage/transporta-tion position. 1. Place the unit firmly on the ground, making...

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