Introduction
The Shindaiwa P231 Pole Pruner is
designed and built to deliver superior
performance and reliability without
compromise to quality, comfort, safety
or durability.
Shindaiwa’s high-performance
engines represent the leading edge of
2-cycle engine technology, delivering
exceptionally high power with remark-
ably low displacement and weight. As
an owner/operator, you’ll soon
discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is
simply in a class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these
instructions describes units available
at the time of publication. While every
attempt has been made to provide the
latest information about your
Shindaiwa product, there may be
some differences between your P231
and what is described here. Shindaiwa
Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior
notice and without obligation to make
alterations to units previously manu-
factured.
The procedures described in this
manual are intended to help you get
the most from your unit as well as to
protect you and others from harm.
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 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 printed on the back
of this Manual.
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Introduction ......................................... 2
Attention Statements ........................... 3
Safety Precautions ............................... 3
Operating the Pruner .......................... 5
Safety Equipment and Labels ............ 6
Operating Precautions ........................ 7
Specifications ....................................... 9
Product Description .......................... 10
Assembly ............................................ 11
Installing 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 Sharpening .............................. 28
Troubleshooting Guide .................... 30
Emission System Warranty .............. 34
Contents
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Owners Warranty
Responsibilities
As the small off-road engine owner,
you are responsible for the perfor-
mance of the required maintenance
listed in this owners manual.
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. recom-
mends that you retain all receipts
covering maintenance on your small
off-road engine, but Shindaiwa Kogyo
Co., Ltd. cannot deny warranty solely
for the lack of receipts or for your
failure to ensure the performance of
all scheduled maintenance.
As the small off-road engine owner,
you should be aware, however, that
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. may deny
you warranty coverage if your small
off-road engine or a part has failed due
to abuse, neglect, improper mainte-
nance, or unapproved modifications.
You are responsible for presenting
your small off-road engine to an
authorized Shindaiwa Dealer as soon
as a problem exists. The warranty
repairs should be completed in a
reasonable amount of time, not to
exceed 30 days.
If you have any questions regarding
your warranty rights and responsibili-
ties, you should contact a Shindaiwa
customer service representative at
(503) 692-3070 or your local Shindaiwa
Dealer.
Consequential Damages
In the event that other component
parts of this product are damaged by
the failure of a warranted part,
Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. will repair
or replace such component parts at no
charge to you.
What is Not Covered
■
Failures caused by abuse, neglect,
or improper maintenance
procedures.
■
Failures caused by the use of
modified or non-approved parts or
attachments.
This Warranty is Administered by:
Shindaiwa Inc.
11975 S.W. Herman Rd.
Tualatin, OR 97062
(503) 692-3070
