Shindaiwa 78701 Owner's/Operator's Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Shindaiwa Manuals
  4. Pole Saw
  5. 78701
  6. Owner's/operator's manual
Shindaiwa 78701 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Shindaiwa 78701 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Multipurpose pole pruner attachment
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
X7502890802
01/11
SHINDAIWA OWNER'S/OPERATOR'S MANUAL
MULTIPURPOSE POLE
PRUNER ATTACHMENT 78701
For Models AH230, AH231, AH242,
AHS231, AHS242, P230, P231, PB230,
T230, T231, T242, T2510
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.

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the 78701 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Subscribe to Our Youtube Channel

Related Manuals for Shindaiwa 78701

Summary of Contents for Shindaiwa 78701

  • Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL MULTIPURPOSE POLE PRUNER ATTACHMENT 78701 For Models AH230, AH231, AH242, AHS231, AHS242, P230, P231, PB230, T230, T231, T242, T2510 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.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    “IMPORTANT” is one that possesses stand something in this manual, your pruner! special significance. Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist you. NOTE: You may also contact Shindaiwa at the This product conducts electricity. Keep...

  • Page 3: Operating Precautions

     Never modify or disable any of the pruner’s safety devices.  Always use genuine Shindaiwa parts and accessories when repairing or maintaining this machine.  Do not make unauthorized modifications to the pole pruner.  When transporting the pole pruner in a vehicle, tie it down securely to prevent fuel spillage or damage to the machine.

  • Page 4: Safety Labels

    Immediately replace damaged or missing labels. This Attachment comes with safety labels shipped loose in the box. Attach these safety labels. New labels are available through your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. Operating the Pruner WARNING! Always wear eye and hearing protection.

  • Page 5: Product Description

    Product Description Saw Chain Throttle Lever Assy. Prior To Assembly Collar Gearcase Familiarize yourself with the Shindaiwa pole pruner tool and its various compo- Caution Labels nents. Understanding your machine helps ensure top performance, longer service life, and safer operation.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    Specifications Length mounted on T230 w/10 inch bar ..1991 mm (78.4 in) Sprockets ..............3/8-inch, fixed spur Dry Weight (Tool only)with bar and chain..0.91 kg (2.0 lbs) Gearcase Ratio................1.06 : 1 Guide Bar..3/8" pitch, .043" gauge, 10-inch Micro Lite™ Chain Lubrication ........Automatic adjustable oiler Chain Type........
  • Page 7 Installing The Interlock Throttle Grip Slice the grip to remove Loosen the three WARNING! throttle lever clamp ■ Failure to replace the standard throttle grip with the provided interlock throttle grip could screws permit unintentional acceleration, which could cause serious injuries or death. 1.
  • Page 8 3. Position the outer tube so the stop switch is facing up and the throttle cable/wire assembly is on top. Figure 12. Throttle Cable Assembly 4. Use the Allen wrench to tighten the clamp screw firmly. Make sure the Lower Tube D-shaped shim washer is in place.

  • Page 9: Adjusting The Throttle Cable

    Adjusting the Throttle Cable Cable Adjuster Nuts 1. Loosen the two 10mm throttle cable nuts at the fan cover as shown in Figure 16. Figure 16 2. Adjust the throttle cable adjuster nuts until you achieve a free play on the throttle trigger of about 1/4 inch.
  • Page 10 Removing the Trimmer/PowerBroom Attachment Loosen debris 1. Place the re-gripped T230, PB230, or AH230 on a clean, flat surface in an upright shield screws position. For the T230/T231 Trimmers: 2. Loosen, but don't remove the gearcase clamp screw and nut using a 4 mm hex wrench and an 8 mm open end wrench.
  • Page 11 Adjust Loop Handle 1. Shindaiwa recommends leaving the T230 or PB230 loop handle on the outer tube. However, for maximum comfort and control, it may require adjustment. Use the 4 mm hex (Allen) wrench to loosen the handle's four clamp screws. Move the handle along the tube to the point where the most comfort and control are observed.

  • Page 12: Assembly

    Installing and Adjusting the Bar and Chain Installing The Chain WARNING! Never attempt to install, replace, or adjust the chain with the engine running. WARNING! The saw chain is very sharp. Wear gloves to protect your hands when handling. NOTE: For the longest chain life, let new or replacement chain loops soak in oil overnight before installation.

  • Page 13: Filling The Chain Oiler Reservoir

    Adjusting the Chain WARNING! Never attempt to install, replace, or adjust the chain with the engine running. WARNING! The saw chain is very sharp. Wear gloves to protect your hands when handling. CAUTION! A loose chain can jump off the guide bar causing damage to the chain and associated equipment.

  • Page 14: Using The Pole Pruner

    Adjusting Oil Flow Rate NOTE: The automatic oiler is preset to deliver a sufficient oil discharge volume during normal operating conditions. During heavy or dry cutting conditions, the oil discharge volume may be increased to assure adequate lubrication. If oil is leaking from the bar cover area, reduce the oil discharge volume.
  • Page 15 Flush-cutting Thick Branches: If branch diameter is more than 10 cm, first perform undercut (3) and cross-cut at a distance (A) of about 25 cm from the final cut. Then carry-out the flush-cut (4), start- ing with a relieving cut and finishing with a cross-cut. Starting Engine –...

  • Page 16: Maintenance

    If it has been lost make sure the engine and cutting cause damage and lead to personal or misplaced, contact Shindaiwa for a attachment are completely stopped. injury. replacement.

  • Page 17: Sharpening The Chain

    50-hour Maintenance Every 50 hours of operation (more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions):  Lubricate the gearcase. To perform this operation, first remove the gearcase from the upper outer tube as follows. CAUTION! Do not remove the D-shaped shim washer from the gearcase clamp! The shim washer prevents damage from overtightening the tube clamp screw.
  • Page 18 Sharpening Instructions IMPORTANT! 30° File all the cutters to the same angle and depth! Unequal filing may cause the saw to vibrate or cut erratically! 1. Using a 4.5 mm round file, sharpen all cutters to a 30° angle. Make sure that one fifth (20%) of the file’s diameter is always held above the cutter’s top plate.

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide

    Inspect and replace as necessary. Inspect and reinstall as required. Shaft not installed in powerhead or gearcase. Broken shaft. Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing Chain will not rotate. dealer. Damaged gearcase. Adjust idle. Check Specifi cations page for correct idle Engine idle too high.

  • Page 22: 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.

Table of Contents