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- Page 1 SHInDAIwA OwnER’S/OPERATOR'S MAnUAL AHS254 ARTICULATED HEDGE TRIMMER wARnInG! Always wear eye and ear protection when operat- ing this machine! To minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others, read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents. X7502872102 02/12...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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 Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual. -
Page 3: Safety
Keep bystanders at least The blades / cutting attach- WARNING ! Surface can 50 feet (15 meters) away ments are SHARP! Handle be hot. Always wear gloves from the operating trimmer with care. when handling this unit. to reduce the risk of being cut by the cutting blades or struck by falling objects or thrown debris. -
Page 4: Operating Precautions
■ securely to prevent fuel spillage or Always use genuine Shindaiwa ■ damage to the machine. Keep the articulated hedge trimmer parts and accessories when repair- as clean as possible. -
Page 5: Safety Equipment And Labels
Ignition (STOP) switch Throttle interlock IMPORTAnT! Caution, Danger, Warning, and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all informa- tion labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. -
Page 6: Product Description
Guard Throttle Trigger Tube Powerhead Assembly Using the illustration as a guide, familiarize yourself Latch Release Hedge Trimmer with the Shindaiwa AHS254 Cutter Assembly articulated hedge trimmer and its various components. Understanding your machine Gearcase Latch Lock Cutter Bar and... -
Page 7: Specifications
Specifications Model AHS254 Engine Type 4-cycle, single cylinder, air cooled Engine Bore x Stroke 34 x 27 mm/1.34 x 1.06 in. Engine Displacement 24.5cc/1.5 cu. in. Unit Weight, Less Fuel 6.35 kg/14.0 lbs. Unit Dimensions (LxWxH) 1668 x 224 x 341 mm / 65.7 x 8.82 x 13.43 in. -
Page 8: Blade Stiffener Removal
Blade Stiffener Removal/Install nOTE: For normal cutting, Shindaiwa strongly recommends the blade stiffener be installed. In extreme conditions, such as com- mercial cutting, or when cutting thick and/or dense branches, efficiency may be increased by trimming without the blade stiffener. - Page 9 Assembly (continued) Handle Socket-head Capscrews Handle This unit comes with the handle installed. It can be re-adjusted for opera- tor comfort in the following manner. 1. Loosen the four hex screws. 2. Rotate/slide handle assembly to best position for operator comfort, usually Throttle Assembly 25 cm (10 in.) ahead of the throttle Outer Tube...
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Page 10: Mixing Fuel
Mixing Fuel WARNING! Alternative fuels, such as E15 (15% ethanol), E-85 (85% ethanol) or any fuels not meeting Shindaiwa requirements are NOT approved for use in Shindaiwa gasoline engines. Use of alternative fuels may cause performance problems, loss of power, overheating, fuel vapor lock, and unintended machine operation, including, but not limited to, improper clutch engagement. -
Page 11: Handling Fuel
Shindaiwa highly recommends using Shindaiwa Red Armor engine oil in all Shindaiwa Hybrid 4 engines to protect the engine from harmful carbon build up, maintain engine performance, and increase engine life. Shindaiwa Red Armor engine oil exceeds ISO-L-EGD and J.A.S.O. M345/FD performance requirements. Engine problems due to inadequate lubrication caused by failure to use an ISO-L-EGD (ISO/CD 13738) and J.A.S.O. -
Page 12: Filling The Fuel Tank
Filling the fuel tank 1. Place the unit on a flat, level surface. wARnInG! 2. Clear any dirt or other debris from Minimize the Risk of Fire around the fuel filler cap. ■ ■ ALWAYS store gasoline in a con- NEVER smoke or light fires near the tainer approved for flammable engine. -
Page 13: Starting A Flooded Engine
Starting the Engine (continued) 3. Press the primer bulb until fuel Close Hold can be seen flowing in the trans- the unit choke firmly... parent return tube. IMPORTAnT! The primer system only pushes fuel through the carburetor. Repeatedly pressing the primer bulb will not flood the engine with fuel. -
Page 14: Stopping The Engine
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach- NEVER operate a unit with worn or Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and ment fits properly into the appropriate damaged fasteners or attachment accessories with your Shindaiwa hedge attachment holder. -
Page 15: Working Position
Operation (continued) working Position ■ Hold the shaft grip above the power- head with your right hand, and the loop handle with your left hand. Hold the loop handle with your ■ Your left arm should be extended to left hand Right hand on the most comfortable position. -
Page 16: Important
The H4 engine that powers your a faulty or missing spark arrester or equipped on all H4 engines, dust and Shindaiwa model is a hybrid 4-stroke muffler. Make sure the muffler is well dirt could also move through the engine, engine. -
Page 17: Hour Maintenance
Maintenance (continued) ■ ■ Check for loose or missing screws or Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws wARnInG! components. Make sure the cutter (except carburetor idle speed adjust- Always wear gloves when attachment is securely fastened. ing screws) are tight. ■... - Page 18 Fuel filter element the fuel filter element. If it shows signs Fuel filter maintenance of contamination, replace with a genu- ine Shindaiwa replacement fuel filter nOTE: element. Federal EPA regulations require all model year 2012 and later gasoline powered engines produced for sale in the United States to be equipped with a special low permeation fuel supply hose between the carburetor and fuel tank.
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Page 19: Valve Adjustment
It is highly recommended that this is done 4. Turn adjustment screw (clockwise = by a Shindaiwa-trained service tighter, counter-clockwise = looser) technician. until feeler gauge is almost snug. Back off just enough to allow gauge to slip out with limited resistance. -
Page 20: Cutter Blade Adjustment
Maintenance (continued) Cutter blade adjustment 3. Working from the gearcase end, lock wARnInG! each bolt in place by firmly tighten- Locknut ing its locknut while preventing the The cutter blades are very Guide Bar shoulder bolt from turning. sharp! Always wear gloves when working around the cutter assembly. -
Page 21: Long Term Storage
This engine has been factory adjusted to maintain satisfactory starting, emission, and durability performance up to 1,100 feet above sea level (ASL) (96.0 kPa). To maintain proper engine operation and emission compliance above 1,100 feet ASL the carburetor may need to be adjusted by an authorized Shindaiwa service dealer. IMPORTAnT! -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
Adjust valves. Valve clearance too loose. ENGINE DOES NOT START What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Faulty recoil starter. Does the engine crank? Fluid in the crankcase. Internal damage. Tighten and re-test. - Page 23 89 or higher mixed with an air cooled engine oil that meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD and/or JASO FD classified oils at 50:1 gasoline/oil ratio. Piston seizure. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer. Faulty carburetor and/or diaphragm. Overheating condition. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer.
- Page 24 Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct Idle set too high. Engine will not idle idle speed. down. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing Engine has an air leak. dealer. Adjust idle. Check Specifications page for correct idle Engine idle too high.
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Page 25: Warranty
The owner shall demonstrate reasonable care and use, and follow preventative maintenance, storage, fuel and oil usage as pre- scribed in the operator’s manual. Should a product diffi culty occur, you must, at your expense, deliver or ship your Shindaiwa unit to an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer for warranty repairs (within the applicable warranty period), and arrange for pick-up or return of your unit after the repairs have been made. - Page 26 89 octane or higher. Gasohol which contains a maximum 10% ethanol (grain alcohol) or 15% MTBE (methyl/tertiary/butyl/ether) is also approved. The prescribed mixing ratio of gasoline to oil is listed on the Shindaiwa oil label and covered in your operator’s manual.
- Page 27 Authorized Dealer within 100 miles, ECHO Inc. will pay to ship the unit to the nearest authorized dealer. If you have questions regarding your warranty coverage, you should contact ECHO Inc. at 1-800-673-1558, web site WWW.ECHO-USA.COM or contact Shindaiwa at 1-877-986- 7783, web site WWW.SHINDAIWA.COM.
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Page 32: Servicing Information
Genuine Shindaiwa Parts and Assemblies for your Shindaiwa products are available only from an Authorized Shindaiwa Dealer. When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number, Type and Serial Number of the unit with you. You can find these numbers on the engine. For future reference, write them in the space provided below.