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Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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

Prior To Assembly

Using Figure 3 as a guide, familiarize your-

self with the Shindaiwa AHS510 articulat-

ed 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/outer tube assembly

n

  Gearcase/cutter assembly

n

  Kit with this manual and tool kit for 

routine maintenance.

n

  Cutter blade scabbard

Carefully inspect all components for damage.

Figure 3

Outer 

Tube

Hedge Trimmer Cutter 

Assembly

Cutter 

Assembly 

Adjustment 

Lever

Cutter Blade 

Scabbard

WARNING!

Do not make unauthorized modifica

-

tions or alterations to your articulated 

hedge trimmer or its components.

Model Name............................................................................AHS510
Engine Model...........................................................................SF510E
Engine Type................................4-cycle, vertical cylinder, air cooled
Dry Weight....................................................................6. kg/13.6 lbs.
Bore x Stroke.................................................34 x 7 mm/1.34 X1.06”
Displacement. ............................................................4.5cc/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 -cycle    

                                                                              air cooled mixing oil
Fuel Tank Capacity.........................................................590 ml/0 oz.
Carburetor............................................Walbro WYL diaphragm type 

                      Ignition System , Fully electronic, program controlled

Specifications

Fuel Tank 

Guard

Gearcase

Hedge Trimmer 

Cutter Assembly

Cutter Bar and 

Cutter Blades

Latch 

Release

Latch Lock

Cutter Guard

Handle

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 ...........................................................567 mm/.3 in.
Cutter Drive.......................................................................Spur Gear
Gear Lubricant ..............................................Lithium Based Grease
Standard Equipment : Tool kit containing a spark plug wrench,        

4mm hex wrench, and 8 x 10 mm spanner
Optional Equipment : Harness and bracket, front handle

Fuel Tank

Air Filter 

Assembly

Stop Switch

Powerhead Assembly

Fuel Tank Guard

Spark

Plug

Throttle 

Trigger

Summary of Contents for 68800-94313

Page 1: ...WNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL WARNING Always wear eye and ear pro tection when operating this machine To minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others read this manual and famil iarize yourself with i...

Page 2: ...ation While every attempt has been made to provide the latest information about your Shindaiwa product there may be some differences between your AHS2510 and what is de scribed here Shindaiwa Inc rese...

Page 3: ...er Fumes from engine exhaust can cause seri ous injury or death Never run the engine indoors n Never smoke or light fires near the hedge trimmer Keep the trimmer away from excessive heat Engine fuel i...

Page 4: ...dden debris to help en sure good footing n Keep the cutters sharp and properly adjusted n Keep the articulated hedge trimmer as clean as possible Keep it free of loose vegetation mud etc Wear sturdy f...

Page 5: ...SF2510E Engine Type 4 cycle vertical cylinder air cooled Dry Weight 6 2 kg 13 6 lbs Bore x Stroke 34 x 27 mm 1 34 X1 06 Displacement 24 5cc 1 5 cu in Engine Speed at Maximum Power Output 7 500 rpm mi...

Page 6: ...ficult rotate the outer tube or main shaft slightly until you feel the main shaft splines engage with the gearcase 4 Position the outer tube so that the index hole on the outer tube is aligned with th...

Page 7: ...ravel limiter that prevents the cutter assembly from rotating outside of the 90 225 range See Figures 7 and 8 WARNING The cutter blades are very sharp Do not grasp the blades with your hands Do not al...

Page 8: ...ore than 10 alcohol by volume Generic oils and some outboard motor oils may not be intended for use in high performance air cooled engines and should never be used in your Shindaiwa Articulated Hedge...

Page 9: ...peatedly pressing the primer bulb will not flood the engine with fuel CAUTION Do not pull the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel Pulling the recoil starter to the end of the rope travel can...

Page 10: ...VER move oscillate at engine idle If the idle speed cannot be adjusted by the pro cedure described here return the unit to your Shindaiwa dealer for inspec tion Idle Speed Adjustment 1 Place the unit...

Page 11: ...incor rect adjustment n Check for loose or missing screws or components Make sure the cutter at tachment is securely fastened n Check the entire machine for leaking fuel or grease n Make sure nuts bo...

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: ...be Securely tighten both bolts 139 150 Hour Maintenance NOTE The NGK CMR5H also meets the require ments for electro magnetic compliance EMC Valve Adjustment 1 Remove cylinder cover rocker arm cover an...

Page 14: ...f oil to all metal surfaces CAUTION Gasoline stored in the carbure tor for extended periods can cause hard starting and could also lead to increased service and maintenance costs IMPORTANT All stored...

Page 15: ...Is fuel visible and moving in the return line when priming Check for clogged fuel filter and or vent Priming pump not functioning properly Replace fuel filter or vent as required restart Consult with...

Page 16: ...hat 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 cleaner element Loose or damaged spark plug Air leakage or cl...

Page 17: ...egap the plug to 0 024 0 028 inch 0 6 0 7 mm Correct plug NGK CMR5H or equivalent resistor type spark plug of the correct range Idle engine until cool Cutting attachment rotates at engine idle Engine...

Page 18: ...Corporation 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 maintena...

Page 19: ...19 NOTES...

Page 20: ...oration 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 68800 94313 Revision 3 07 Printed in Japan Shind...

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