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Prior To Assembly

Using Figure 4 as a guide, familiarize your-

self with the Shindaiwa AH2510 articulated 

hedge trimmer and its various compo-

nents. Understanding your machine helps 

ensure top performance, longer service 

life, and safer operation.

Before assembling, make sure you have all 

the components required for a complete 

unit:

n

  Engine assembly

n

  Outer tube/cutter assembly

n

  Kit with this manual and tool kit for 

routine maintenance.

n

  Cutter blade scabbard

Carefully inspect all components for

damage.

Product Description

IMPORTANT!

The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”; 

“right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front” and 

“rear” refer to directions as viewed by the 

operator during normal operation. 

Recoil 

Starter

Handle 

Grip

Figure 4

Outer 

Tube

Hedge Trimmer Cutter 

Assembly

Cutter Assembly 

Adjustment Lever

Cutter Blade 

Scabbard

Hand 

Guard

WARNING!

Do not make unauthorized modifica-

tions or alterations to your articulated 

hedge trimmer or its components.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Standard Equipment : Tool kit containing a spark plug wrench,        

4 mm hex wrench, and 8 x 10 mm spanner

Optional Equipment : Harness and bracket

Model Name ............................................................................AH2510
Engine Model ........................................................................ SF2510E
Engine Type ............................. 4-cycle, vertical cylinder, air cooled
Dry Weight .................................................................14.0 lbs./6.3 kg
Bore x Stroke .............................................. 34 x 27 mm/1.34 X 1.06”
Displacement .......................................................... 24.5 cc/1.5 cu. in.
Engine Speed at Maximum Power Output ..........7,500 rpm (min

-1

)

Maximum Power Output .............................................1.1 hp/0.8 kW
Engine Speed at Idling ..........................................3,000 rpm (min

-1

)

Maximum Engine Speed .....................................10,500 rpm (min

-1

)

Fuel/Oil Ratio .......................................... 50:1 with Premium 2-cycle  

air cooled mixing oil

Fuel Tank Capacity .......................................................590 ml/20 oz.

Carburetor .......................................... Walbro WYL diaphragm type
Ignition System ...................... Fully electronic, program controlled
Spark Plug ..................................................................... NGK CMR5H
Air Filter ....... Non-reversible, heavy-duty, two -stage filter element
Starting Method ............................................................ Recoil starter
Stopping Method ..............................................................Slide switch
Cooling System ...................................................................Forced air
Transmission Type .............................Automatic, centrifugal clutch  

with bevel gear

Blade Length ............................................................. 22.3 in/567 mm
Cutter Drive ..........................................................................Spur gear
Gear Lubricant................................................. Lithium based grease

Specifications

AH231_07

Gearcase

Hedge Trimmer 

Cutter Assembly

Cutter Bar and  

Cutter Blades

Latch 

Release

Latch Lock

Fuel Tank

Air Filter 

Assembly

Stop Switch

Powerhead Assembly

Fuel Tank Guard

Spark

Plug

Throttle 

Trigger

Summary of Contents for 62640-94313

Page 1: ...when operating this machine To minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others read this manual and familiarize yourself with its contents SHINDAIWA OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL AH2510 ARTICULATED HED...

Page 2: ...procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your machine as well as to protect you and others from harm These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most...

Page 3: ...Do not operate the articulated hedge trimmer with the muffler removed n Always stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling Avoid overfilling and wipe off any fuel that may have spilled n Mak...

Page 4: ...n debris to help ensure good footing n Keep the cutters sharp and prop erly adjusted n Keep the articulated hedge trim mer as clean as possible Keep it free of loose vegetation mud etc Operating the A...

Page 5: ...ipment Tool kit containing a spark plug wrench 4 mm hex wrench and 8 x 10 mm spanner Optional Equipment Harness and bracket Model Name AH2510 Engine Model SF2510E Engine Type 4 cycle vertical cylinder...

Page 6: ...head until the throttle grip just contacts the tube clamp 6 Tighten the clamp screw firmly Figure 5 Figure 6 Throttle Cable CAUTION Do not force the shaft tube into the powerhead Excessive force can d...

Page 7: ...nd the latch release return securely to a locking position 5 Remove the scabbard from the cutter blade The engine now may be started Figure 14 Latch Release Latch Lock 3 16 1 4 inch 4 6 mm Throttle Fr...

Page 8: ...nate Oxygenated gasoline may cause increased op erating temperatures Under certain conditions alcohol based gasoline may also reduce the lubricating qualities of some 2 cycle mixing oils n Never use a...

Page 9: ...ope travel Pulling the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel can damage the starter ON 1 Slide the ignition switch to the ON position See Figure 18 2 Set the throttle lever to the fast idle a S...

Page 10: ...ngine idle If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the procedure described here return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspection 1 Place the unit on the ground and start the engine then allow i...

Page 11: ...erly installed can increase engine noise sufficiently to cause hearing loss Keep air passages clean Muffler WARNING Before performing any maintenance repair or cleaning work on the ma chine make sure...

Page 12: ...t least one full turn 2 Tighten each blade shoulder bolt firmly and then loosen the shoulder bolts 1 4 to 1 2 turn 3 Working from the gearcase end lock each bolt in place by firmly tightening its lock...

Page 13: ...slip out with limited resistance 5 While holding adjustment screw in place with Allen driver tighten locknut with wrench 6 Turn engine over several times and return to TDC compression Recheck with pro...

Page 14: ...bristle brush 5 Inspect the cylinder exhaust port for any carbon buildup IMPORTANT If you note excessive carbon buildup consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing dealer 6 Reassemble the spark ar...

Page 15: ...lace the plug with an NGK CMR5H or equivalent resistor type spark plug of the correct range Set spark plug electrode gap to 0 024 0 028 inch 0 6 0 7 mm NO YES What To Check Possible Cause Remedy ENGIN...

Page 16: ...switch and restart Refuel See page 8 Replace fuel filter Drain replace with clean fuel See page 8 Clean or replace spark plug tighten the terminal Replace the ignition unit Consult with an authorized...

Page 17: ...ation during a warranty repair alteration accident failure to use the recommended fuel and oil or not performing required maintenance services b the replacement parts used for required maintenance ser...

Page 18: ...18 NOTES...

Page 19: ...19 NOTES...

Page 20: ...hindaiwa com Shindaiwa Corporation Head Office 6 2 11 Ozuka Nishi Asaminami Ku Hiroshima 731 3167 Japan Telephone 81 82 849 2220 Fax 81 82 849 2481 2007 Shindaiwa Inc Part Number 62640 94313 Revision...

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