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- Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/ OPERATOR'S MANUAL P230 POLE PRUNER 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 62887-94011 Rev. 8/05...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Introduction Contents PAGE The Shindaiwa P230 Pole Pruner is Introduction ......... 2 designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without Attention Statements ......3 compromise to quality, comfort, safety Safety Precautions ....... 3 or durability. Shindaiwa’s high-performance Operating the Pruner ......5... -
Page 3: Attention Statements
Attention Statements Safety Precautions Throughout this manual are special attention statements. WARNING! THE PRUNER IS NOT INSULATED DANGER! AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Approaching or contacting electri- A statement preceded by the cal line with the pruner could triangular attention symbol and cause death or serious injury. - Page 4 Never operate the pruner at Read and follow this an angle greater than 60 operators manual. order to reduce the risk of Failure to do so could 60° Max. being struck by falling result in serious injury. objects during operation. Always wear a hard hat Never operate power to reduce the risk of head...
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Page 5: Operating The Pruner
Operating the Pruner Always wear eye and hearing protection. Shindaiwa recommends Always wear a hard hat wearing a face shield as to reduce the risk of additional face and eye head injuries during protection. operation of this unit. Never operate the pruner... -
Page 6: Safety Equipment And Labels
High Voltage Label Ignition Switch Throttle Interlock IMPORTANT! Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local autho- rized Shindaiwa dealer. Figure 2... -
Page 7: Operating Precautions
Operating Precautions WARNING! Use Good Judgement ■ Make sure the chain and ■ Make sure there is always sprocket are correctly adjusted good ventilation when operat- before operating the pruner ing the pruner. Fumes from (see page 15 for adjustment engine exhaust can cause procedures). - Page 8 Operating Precautions P231_1 Figure 3 CAUTION! ■ Always maintain the P230 ■ When transporting the pruner in pole pruner according to the a vehicle, tie it down securely to this owner’s manual and prevent damage and fuel follow the recommended spillage.
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Page 9: Specifications
Maximum Output ... 1.1 hp/0.8kW Chain Lubrication ....Automatic @ 7500 rpm (min adjustable oiler Fuel/Oil Ratio ..50:1 with Shindaiwa Chain Lubricant ... Shindaiwa Premium Premium 2-cycle Mixing Oil Bar and Chain Oil Fuel Tank Capacity ..554 cc/18.7 oz. -
Page 10: Product Description
Prior To Assembly IMPORTANT! Using Figure 4 as a guide, familiar- The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”; ize yourself with the Shindaiwa P230 “right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” pole pruner and its various compo- and “rear” refer to directions as nents. -
Page 11: Assembly
Assembly Driveshaft/Powerhead Spark Plug Main Shaft Ignition Switch Clamp Tube Grip Screw Outer Tube Clamp Throttle Trigger Figure 5 Connect the Outer Tube to the Powerhead. 1. Place the powerhead on a clean, flat 5. Position the outer tube so that the surface, spark plug facing up. - Page 12 Assembly Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads All Models Install the black wire Loosen the between the two cable cylinder cover adjusters. knob and Cable Adjuster disconnect the Ignition spark plug cap Ground Lead 23145 Figure 8 Connect the throttle cable Lift the corner of the cover 23146...
- Page 13 Assembly Throttle Linkage and Ignition Leads All Models Red Wire Black Wire Terminal Black Wire Reinstall the Spark Plug Cap Ignition Ground Lead Figure 10 Assemble and Adjust the Throttle Cable. 1. Insert the throttle-cable housing 3. Using finger pressure only, connect into the notch on the fan cover, and the black switch wire from the clamp the black wire’s connector...
- Page 14 Assembly Tube Sections 4. When the two tube halves are 1. Place the powerhead/lower tube locked together, press down on the assembly and the upper tube spring-loaded latch protector and assembly on a clean, flat surface so tighten the coupler screw. See that both assemblies fit end to end.
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Page 15: Installing Bar And Chain
Installing and Adjusting the Bar and Chain Installing The Chain Guide Bar Adjustment Stud WARNING! Chain Never attempt to install, replace, Tensioning Screw or adjust the chain with the engine running. Chain P231_16 Tensioning Pin Chain WARNING! Tensioner Hole The saw chain is very sharp. Wear gloves to protect your hands when handling. -
Page 16: Adjusting The Chain
Adjusting the Chain 3. Lift the nose of the guide bar while turning the chain tensioning screw. WARNING! See Figure 18. Never attempt to install, replace, or adjust the chain with the engine running. WARNING! P231_20 The saw chain is very sharp. Wear Chain Tensioning Screw gloves to protect your hands when... -
Page 17: Filling The Chain Oiler
Using superior lubricant such The guide bar and chain are lubri- as Shindaiwa Bar and Chain Oil will help cated automatically by a pump that ensure a long service life, For cold operates whenever the chain rotates. -
Page 18: Engine Fuel
■ Never start or operate this unit 2-cycle engines, and should never if the carburetor, fuel lines, be used in your Shindaiwa engine. fuel tank and/or fuel tank cap are damaged. ■ Never smoke or light any fires... -
Page 19: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled, "I" for ON or START and "O" for OFF or STOP. Closed 23122 Figure 22 Figure 24 3. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED 1. - Page 20 Starting the Engine (continued) IMPORTANT! WARNING! If the engine fails to start after several attempts with the choke in the closed The chain may rotate when the position, the engine may be flooded engine is started! with fuel. If flooding is suspected, move the choke lever to the open 5.
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Page 21: Stopping The Engine
The cutting attachment must NEVER rotate at engine idle! If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the procedures described here, return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection. IMPORTANT! Units with emission control systems are equipped with factory preset carburetor adjustments. -
Page 22: Maintenance
Disconnect the spark plug MUST BE PERFORMED BY A wire before performing service or DEALER OR SERVICE CENTER maintenance work. AUTHORIZED BY SHINDAIWA KOGYO, LTD. AND USE OF PARTS THAT ARE NOT EQUIVALENT IN PERFORMANCE AND DURABILITY WARNING! TO AUTHORIZED PARTS MAY... - Page 23 Daily Maintenance Muffler Prior to each work day, perform the following: ■ Remove all dirt and debris from the WARNING! engine, check the cooling fins and air cleaner for clogging, and clean Operating the engine without a as necessary. See Figure 29. muffler or with a muffler that is damaged or improperly installed Keep cooling...
- Page 24 10-Hour Maintenance Loosen Remove and clean the Knob element Figure 30 Every 10 hours of operation (more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions): CAUTION! Remove the air cleaner element from Do not operate the unit if the air the air cleaner housing and clean it cleaner or element is damaged, or thoroughly with soap and water.
- Page 25 If you find damage or deterioration, Figure 32 remove the unit from service until ■ Lubricate the gearcase. To it can be inspected by a Shindaiwa- perform this operation, first remove trained service technician. the gearcase from the upper outer CAUTION!
- Page 26 WARNING! performance improvement is noted, this unit should be returned to your Never operate the unit with a Shindaiwa authorized servicing dealer. damaged or missing muffler or spark arrester! Operating with 5. Reassemble the spark arrester screen and engine cover in missing or damaged exhaust reverse order.
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Page 27: Long Term Storage
Long Term Storage Whenever the unit will not be used for CAUTION! 30 days or longer, use the following Gasoline stored in the carburetor procedures to prepare it for storage: for extended periods can cause ■ Clean external parts thoroughly hard starting, and could also lead and apply a light coating of oil to all to increased service and mainte-... -
Page 28: Chain Sharpening
Sharpening the Chain When the cutting edges of the blade become dull, they can be re-sharp- ened with a few strokes of a file. In order to keep the blade in balance, all cutting edges must be sharpened equally. In addition, inspect the chain for correct adjustment (more frequently with a new chain). - Page 29 Correct Filing Technique Correct angle on Slightly protruding hook or point top plate (curve on non-chisel chain) Top of depth 0.020" gauge at correct height below top plate CHN-01 Front of depth Keep all cutter lengths equal gauge rounded CHN-08 Filing Problems Top plate angle Top plate angle...
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Page 30: Troubleshooting Guide
Refill with clean fresh unleaded Does the tank contaminated; mixture gasoline with a pump octane of contain fresh incorrect. 87 or higher, mixed with Shindaiwa fuel of the Premium 2-cycle mixing oil at a 50:1 proper grade? gasoline/oil ratio. Check for clogged fuel Replace fuel filter or vent as required. - Page 31 Improper fuel ratio. Refill with clean fresh unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher, mixed with Shindaiwa Premium 2-cycle mixing oil at a 50:1 gasoline/ oil ratio. Fan, fan cover, cylinder Clean, repair or replace fins dirty or damaged.
- Page 32 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Clogged air filter. Clean or replace the air filter. Poor acceleration. Clogged fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter. Lean fuel/air Consult with an authorized mixture. servicing dealer. Idle speed set too low. Adjust: 2,750 ( 250) rpm (min Switch turned off.
- Page 33 Troubleshooting Guide (continued) ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Warped or damaged Inspect and replace Excessive attachment. attachment as required. vibration Loose gearcase. Tighten gearcase securely. Bent main shaft/worn or Inspect and replace damaged bushings. as necessary. Shaft not installed Inspect and reinstall Attachment will in powerhead or...
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Page 34: Emission System Warranty
Shindaiwa Distributor. For the name and telephone number of the Shindaiwa Distributor in your area, please call Shindaiwa Inc. at (503) 692-3070 between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Standard Time. PARTS COVERED Listed below are the parts covered by the Federal Emission Design and Defect Warranty. - Page 35 These receipts and maintenance records should be transferred to each subsequent owner of the engine. Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. reserves the right to deny warranty coverage if the owner has not properly maintained the engine. Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. will not deny warranty repairs, however, solely because of the lack of repair, maintenance or failure to keep maintenance records.
- Page 36 Shindaiwa Inc. 11975 S.W. Herman Road 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 2005 Shindaiwa, Inc. Part Number 62887-94011 Printed in Japan Rev.
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