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Shindaiwa Inc.
P.O. Box 2810
Tualatin, Oregon 97062
Telephone: 503 692-3070
FAX:
503 692-6696
www.shindaiwa.com
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd.
Head Office: 6-2-11 Ozuka
Nishi, Asaminami-ku
Hiroshima, 731-3167, Japan
Telephone: 81-82-849-2220
FAX:
81-82-849-2481
2002 Shindaiwa, Inc.
Part Number 63848-94010
Printed in Japan
Rev. 2/02
Specifications subject to change without notice.
SHINDAIWA OWNER'S/
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
AH231 ARTICULATED
HEDGE 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 protection
when operating this unit.
Part Number 63848-94010
Rev. 2/02
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- Page 1 Shindaiwa Inc. P.O. Box 2810 Tualatin, Oregon 97062 Telephone: 503 692-3070 FAX: 503 692-6696 www.shindaiwa.com Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. Head Office: 6-2-11 Ozuka Nishi, Asaminami-ku Hiroshima, 731-3167, Japan Telephone: 81-82-849-2220 FAX: 81-82-849-2481 2002 Shindaiwa, Inc. Part Number 63848-94010 Printed in Japan Rev.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
A statement preceded by the Operating Precautions ... 5 triangular attention symbol and the word “DANGER” indicates an Operating the Trimmer ... 7 imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result Specifications ... 8 in death or serious injury! Product Description ... -
Page 3: Introduction
If you have questions regarding your power tool, or if you do not understand something in this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you. You may also contact Shindaiwa, Inc. at the address printed on the back... - Page 4 Danger Falling Debris As the small off-road engine owner, you should be aware, however, that Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. may deny you warranty coverage if your small off-road engine or a part has failed due to abuse, neglect, improper mainte- nance, or unapproved modifications.
- Page 5 The California Air Resources Board, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency When sold within the U.S., this and Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. are engine’s emission control system is pleased to explain the emission control warranted for a period of two (2) years...
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Page 6: Operating Precautions
(see page 24 for cutter branch. adjustment procedures). Never attempt cutter adjustment with Stop the unit immediately if it... - Page 7 Never modify or disable any of the hedge trimmer’s safety devices. Always use genuine Shindaiwa parts and accesso- ries when repairing or main- taining this unit. Do not make unauthorized modifications to the articulated hedge trimmer.
- Page 8 Secure long hair Always wear eye and hearing so it is above protection. Shindaiwa recommends shoulder level. wearing a face shield as additional face and eye protection. Wear non-slip heavy-...
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Page 9: Troubleshooting Guide
Fuel/oil ratio ... 50:1 with ISO-L-EGD Standard Equipment ... or JASO FC class 2-cycle Mixing Oil Tool kit containing a spark plug Shindaiwa ONE is a registered wrench, 4mm hex wrench, and JASO FC classified oil and also meets 8 x 10mm spanner or exceeds ISO-L-EGD performance Optional Equipment ... -
Page 10: Product Description
Figure 4 Prior To Assembly Using Figure 4 as a guide, familiarize The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”; yourself with the Shindaiwa AH231 “right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” articulated hedge trimmer and its and “rear” refer to directions as various components. Understanding... -
Page 11: Powerhead Installation
3. Working from the gearcase end, lock each bolt in place by firmly CAUTION! tightening its locknut while preventing the shoulder bolt from Operating the trimmer with worn or turning. improperly adjusted cutters will When shoulder bolt adjustment is reduce cutter performance and correct, there should be a gap of may also damage your unit. - Page 12 Assembly: AH231 Remove the Cylinder Cover. Disconnect the spark plug boot 1. Remove the spark plug boot. and loosen the three engine cover screws (top screw is captive) 2. Loosen the three cylinder cover screws, and then lift off the cylinder cover.
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Page 13: Hour Maintenance
If it shows signs of CAUTION! contamination from debris, replace Do not remove the D-shaped shim it with a genuine Shindaiwa replace- washer from the gearcase clamp! ment fuel filter element. Before The shim washer prevents reinstalling the filter, inspect the damage from overtightening the fuel line. - Page 14 IMPORTANT! Always use gloves when working near the cutter assembly. Position the hedge trimmer on a flat, AH231_16 level surface with the engine resting on the fuel tank guard. Make sure the scabbard is in place on the blade.
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Page 15: Adjusting The Cutter Assembly
See Figure 24. Clean any debris or dirt from the hedge trimmer cutter blades. Keep cooling Lubricate the blades before use and fins clean after refueling. Check the cutters for damage or incorrect adjustment. -
Page 16: General Maintenance
30 days and oil with requirements. Shindaiwa One is fuel stabilizer is not used, it should recommended for use in all Shindaiwa first be treated with a fuel stabilizer low emissions egines. Shindaiwa one such as StaBil™. also includes a fuel stabilizer. -
Page 17: Adjusting The Carburetor
Idle Adjusting by the procedures described here, Screw return the trimmer to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection. The engine must return to idle speed whenever the throttle trigger is released. Idle speed is adjustable and must be set low enough to permit the engine clutch... -
Page 18: Starting The Engine
Cranking The Engine WARNING! When the engine starts or is running–even at idle–the hedge trimmer cutter blade may move (oscillate). Keep your hands and your body away from the cutter assembly while starting the engine! WARNING! Figure 19 When starting the engine, make...