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SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/
OPERATOR'S MANUAL

P231 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 63888-94010

Rev. 2/02

Shindaiwa Inc.
P.O. Box 2810
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

2002 Shindaiwa, Inc.

Part Number 63888-94010
Printed in Japan
Rev. 2/02

Specifications subject to change without notice.

Summary of Contents for 63888-94010

Page 1: ...n operating this unit Part Number 63888 94010 Rev 2 02 Shindaiwa Inc P O Box 2810 Tualatin Oregon 97062 Telephone 503 692 3070 FAX 503 692 6696 www shindaiwa com Shindaiwa Kogyo Co Ltd Head Office 6 2...

Page 2: ...g Bar and Chain 15 Adjusting the Chain 16 Filling the Chain Oiler 17 Engine Fuel 18 Starting the Engine 19 Stopping the Engine 21 Adjusting Engine Idle 21 Maintenance 22 Long Term Storage 27 Chain Sha...

Page 3: ...Protection Agency and Shindaiwa Kogyo Co Ltd are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your new small off road non road engine In California new small off road engines must be de...

Page 4: ...back may force the bar up and back toward the operator Beware of pinching Pinching the saw along the tip of the guide bar may force the bar back rapidly toward the operator Pinching can occur whenever...

Page 5: ...air cleaner element Replace the fuel filter Consult with an authorized servicing dealer Adjust 2 750 250 rpm min 1 Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Engine stops abruptly Switch turned off Fuel tank empt...

Page 6: ...necessary Consult with an authorized servicing dealer What To Check Possible Cause Remedy Engine is rough at all speeds May also have black smoke and or unburned fuel at the exhaust Clogged air cleane...

Page 7: ...place well away from a fuel storage area or other readily flammable materials before starting the engine ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks before each use During each refill check that no fuel l...

Page 8: ...ut will dull fast Cutting action rough and erratic Remedy File cutters to recommended angle Top plate angle less than recommended Top plate angle more than recommended 20 P231_47 Correct angle on top...

Page 9: ...to on the emission compliance label located on the engine indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal emission requirements Category C 50 hours Moderate...

Page 10: ...Storage Whenever the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer use the following procedures to prepare it for storage Clean external parts thoroughly and apply a light coating of oil to all metal s...

Page 11: ...until the throttle grip just contacts the tube clamp 7 Tighten the clamp screw firmly ASSEMBLY 23139 135 hour Maintnenace Every 135 hours of operation remove and clean the muffler Forward Muffler Shie...

Page 12: ...ly worn replace it with a new one See Figure 32 Filter Element Hooked Wire Figure 32 Figure 34 Inspect the sprocket Lubricate the gearcase To perform this operation first remove the gearcase from the...

Page 13: ...trigger CAUTION Routing of wiring must not inter fere with throttle operation ASSEMBLY P231_35 10 Hour Maintenance CAUTION Before removing the spark plug clean the area around the plug to prevent dirt...

Page 14: ...ogether press down on the spring loaded latch protector and tighten the coupler screw See Figure 12 ASSEMBLY Prior to each work day perform the following Remove all dirt and debris from the engine che...

Page 15: ...ar groove and then align the chain over the drive sprocket Verify that the cutters are properly oriented as shown in Figure 16 If chain installation is difficult or if the chain appears too tight refe...

Page 16: ...ential for maximum performance long chain life and operator safety Always inspect chain tension before operating the pole pruner WARNING The saw chain is very sharp Wear gloves to protect your hands w...

Page 17: ...pump is set at the factory to deliver a minimum flow rate but it can be adjusted in the field A temporary increase in oil flow is often desirable when cutting materials such as hardwood or wood with...

Page 18: ...e used in your Shindaiwa engine Use only fresh clean unleaded gasoline with a pump octane of 87 or higher Mix all fuel with a 2 cycle air cooled mixing oil that meets or exceeds ISO L EGD and or JASO...

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