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- Page 1 SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL M231 MULTIPURPOSE TOOL CARRIER M231 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 65008-94011 Rev. 12/05...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Specifications.........7 placement and weight. As an owner/op- erator, you’ll soon discover for yourself Assembly ..........8 why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by Installing a Tool Attachment....9 itself! Mixing Engine Fuel......10 IMPORTANT! Starting the Engine......11... -
Page 3: Attention Statements
If you have questions regarding your 231-series 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... -
Page 4: General Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions Work Safely WARNING! Attachments for this M231 Multipurpose Use Good Judgment Tool Carrier operate at very high speeds and can do serious damage or injury if ALWAYS wear eye protection to they are misused or abused. Never allow shield against thrown objects. -
Page 5: Safety Labels
Safety Labels IMPORTANT! Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or miss- ing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer. M231 Figure 1... -
Page 6: Operating Precautions
Operating Precautions WARNING! Always make sure the cutting Before starting the engine, attachment tool is properly make sure the cutting attach- installed and firmly tightened ment is not contacting anything. before operation. Always stop the engine imme- ... -
Page 7: Product Description
Product Description M231 Multipurpose Spark Plug Tool Carrier Throttle Lockout Lever Grip Ignition Switch Handle Air Cleaner Outer Tube Coupler Fuel Tank Tank Guard Throttle Trigger Latch protector Latch Coupler Screw Knob Figure 2 Figure 2a M23002a Using the accompanying illustrations as a guide, familiarize yourself with your unit and its various components. -
Page 8: Specifications
Specifications M231 Multipurpose Tool Carrier dry weight (less attachments) ..4.5 kg/9.8 lb. Engine model ................. Shindaiwa S230C Engine type ............2-cycle,vertical-cylinder, air-cooled Bore x stroke ..............32 x 28 mm/1.26 x 1.10 in. Displacement .................22.5 cc/1.4 cu. in. Maximum power ..........0.8 kW/1.1 HP@ 7500 rpm (min Fuel/oil ratio.. -
Page 9: Assembly
Assembly Handle Socket-head Cap- screws Throttle As- sembly Handle Outer Tube Mounting Bracket Figure 3 Connect the Handle to the Outer Tube. 3. Locate the handle in the best 1. Position the handle on the outer tube as shown. See Figure 3. position for operator comfort (usu- ally about 10 inches ahead of the 2. -
Page 10: Installing A Tool Attachment
Carrier and the Tool Assembly on spring-loaded latch protector and a clean, flat surface so that both tighten the coupler screw knob. assemblies fit end to end. The M231 See Figure 5. assembly should be facing up, and the tool assembly should be posi-... -
Page 11: Mixing Engine Fuel
5 liters of gasoline to 100 ml. mixing oil Shindaiwa One is recommended for IMPORTANT! use in all Shindaiwa low emissions en- Mix only enough fuel for your immedi- gines. Shindaiwa One also includes ate needs! If fuel must be stored longer a fuel stabilizer. -
Page 12: Starting The Engine
Starting the Engine IMPORTANT! Engine ignition is controlled by a two position switch mounted on the throttle housing labeled: “I” for ON or START and “O” for OFF or STOP. 23122 Figure 7 Figure 9 3. Set the choke lever to the CLOSED 1. - Page 13 Starting the Engine (Continued) IMPORTANT! If the engine fails to start after several WARNING! attempts with the choke in the closed The cutting attachment may position, the engine may be flooded rotate when the engine is started! with fuel. If flooding is suspected, move the choke lever to the open 5.
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Page 14: Stopping The Engine
The cutting attachment must NEVER rotate at engine idle! If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the procedure described here, return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection. Idle Speed Adjustment 1. Place the unit on the ground, then start the engine and allow it to idle 2-3 minutes until warm. -
Page 15: Checking Unit Condition
YOU MUST ALWAYS GUARD NOTE: AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS! Although not required for use with Multipurpose Tool Carrier, an optional Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts shoulder strap can increase operator and accessories with your Shindaiwa comfort during extended periods of unit. Do not make modifications to operation. -
Page 16: Maintenance
Check the entire unit for leaking Non-standard parts may not oper- fuel or grease. ate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to per- sonal injury. NOTE: Using non-standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa warranty. - Page 17 10-Hour Maintenance Loosen Knob Remove and clean or replace the element Figure 15 Every 10 hours of operation CAUTION! (more frequently in dusty or Do not operate the unit if the air dirty conditions): cleaner or element is damaged, or Remove the air cleaner element from if the element is wet.
- Page 18 See Figure 17. Remove and replace the filter element. Before reinstall- ing the filter, inspect the condi- tion of the fuel line. If damage or deterioration are noted, the M231 Multipurpose Tool Carrier should be removed from service until it can 23138 be inspected by a Shindaiwa-trained service technician.
- Page 19 135-hour Maintenace Every 135 hours of operation, 5. Remove the rear muffler shield remove and clean the muffler. socket head screw and, while noting the orientation of parts, separate the muffler shield. See Figure 18. 6. Remove the spark arrester screen WARNING! and clean with a stiff bristle brush.
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Page 20: Long Term Storage
Long Term Storage Whenever the unit will not be used for To remove the remaining fuel from the 30 days or longer, use the following fuel lines and carburetor and with the procedures to prepare it for storage: fuel drained from the fuel tank: ... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide ENGINE DOES NOT START What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Consult with an authorized Faulty recoil starter. Does the engine servicing dealer. Fluid in the crankcase. crank? Internal damage. Loose spark plug. Tighten and re-test. Good Excess wear or damage Consult with an authorized compression? to cylinder, piston, rings. - Page 22 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) LOW POWER OUTPUT What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Operator is overworking Shorten trimmer line. Cut at Is the engine the machine. a slower rate. overheating? Carburetor mixture is Consult with an authorized too lean. servicing dealer. Improper fuel ratio.
- Page 23 Troubleshooting Guide (Continued) ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Clogged air cleaner. Clean the air cleaner element. 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: 2750 (±250) rpm (min Switch turned off.
- Page 24 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 Cutting in powerhead or...
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Page 25: Emission System Warranty
(non-road) engine. During the warranty period, In California, new small off-road Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. will, at their engines must be designed, built, and option, repair or replace any defective equipped to meet the State’s stringent emission-related component on this anti-smog standards. - Page 26 You are responsible for presenting your small off-road engine to an autho- Shindaiwa Inc. rized Shindaiwa Dealer as soon as a problem exists. The warranty repairs 11975 S.W. Herman Rd. should be completed in a reasonable Tualatin, OR 97062 amount of time, not to exceed 30 days.
- Page 27 NOTES...
- Page 28 503 692-6696 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 65008-94011 Revision 12/05 Shindaiwa is a registered trademark of Shindaiwa, Inc. Specifications subject to change without notice.
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