Shindaiwa 63848-94010, AH231 specifications Safety Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting Guide (continued)

ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS

Symptom

 

Possible Cause

Remedy

 

 

 

Clogged air cleaner

Clean the air cleaner

 

Poor

 

 

element.

element.

 

acceleration.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Clogged fuel filter.

Replace the fuel filter.

 

 

 

 

 

Carburetor mixture

Consult with an authorized

 

 

 

too lean.

servicing dealer.

 

 

 

Idle speed set too low.

Adjust: 2.750 (±250) rpm (min-1)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Switch turned off.

Reset the switch and re-start.

 

 

 

 

Engine stops

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

abruptly.

 

Fuel tank empty.

Refuel.

 

 

 

Clogged fuel filter.

Replace filter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Water in the fuel.

Drain and refill with fresh, clean

 

 

 

 

unleaded gasoline with a pump octane

 

 

 

 

of 87 or higher mixed with

 

 

 

 

a 2-cycle air cooled mixing oil that

 

 

 

 

meets or exceeds ISO-L-EGD

 

 

 

 

and/or JASO FC classified oils at

 

 

 

 

50:1 gasoline/oil ratio.

 

 

 

Shorted spark plug or

Clean and replace spark plug,

 

 

 

loose terminal.

tighten the terminal.

 

 

 

Ignition failure.

Consult with an authorized

 

 

 

Piston seizure.

servicing dealer.

 

 

 

Consult with an authorized

 

 

 

 

servicing dealer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ground (stop) wire is

Test and replace

 

Engine difficult

 

 

 

disconnected, or switch

as required.

 

to shut off.

 

 

 

is defective.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overheating due to

Replace the spark plug with a

 

 

 

incorrect spark plug.

Champion CJ8 or equivalent spark

 

 

 

 

plug of the correct heat range.

 

 

 

 

Adjust the spark plug electrode gap to

 

 

 

 

0.024-inch (0.6 mm).

 

 

 

Overheated engine.

Idle engine until cool. Refer to

 

 

 

 

page 20 (overheated engine).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Engine idle too high.

Set idle: 2,750 (±250) rpm (min-1)

 

Cutting

 

 

attachment

 

Broken clutch spring or

Replace spring/shoes as

 

 

 

moves at

 

 

 

worn clutch spring boss.

required, check idle speed.

 

engine idle.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loose attachment

Inspect and re-tighten

 

 

 

 

 

 

holder.

holder securely.

WARNING!

Never transport the articulated hedge trimmer nor set it down with the engine running. An engine that’s running could be accidently accelerated causing the blades to oscillate.

Make sure the cover is in place when transporting the articulated hedge trimmer.

When carrying the articulated hedge trimmer by hand, the cutter attachment should be pointing backward with the cutter blade in the retracted or transporting position (see page 13 for articulating adjustment procedures).

See Figure 2.

Figure 2

CAUTION!

Always maintain the articu- lated hedge trimmer according to this owner’s manual and follow the recommended scheduled maintenance.

Never modify or disable any of the hedge trimmer’s safety devices.

Always use genuine Shindaiwa parts and accesso- ries when repairing or main- taining this unit.

Do not make unauthorized modifications to the articulated hedge trimmer.

Never allow the engine to run at high RPM without a load. Doing so could damage the engine.

When transporting the hedge trimmer in a vehicle, tie it down securely to prevent fuel spillage or damage to the unit.

Always clear your work area of trash or hidden debris to help ensure good footing.

Keep the cutters sharp and properly adjusted.

Keep the articulated hedge trimmer as clean as possible. Keep it free of loose vegeta- tion, mud, etc.

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Contents AH231 Articulated Hedge Trimmer Contents Introduction Safety PrecautionsConsequential Damages Owners Warranty ResponsibilitiesWhat is Not Covered This Warranty is Administered byManufacturer’s Warranty Coverage Your Warranty Rights and ObligationsWhat is Covered by this Warranty Minimize the Risk of Fire Operating PrecautionsTroubleshooting Guide Use Good JudgementSafety Troubleshooting LOW Power Output Safety Gear Lubricant .. Lithium-based grease Standard Equipment AH231 SpecificationsProduct Description Prior To AssemblyLong Term Storage Powerhead Installation Cutter Blade AdjustmentConnect the Outer Tube to the Powerhead Connect the Throttle Cable Assembly AH231Hour Maintnenace Remove the Cylinder CoverAssemble and Adjust the Throttle Cable Hour MaintenanceServicing the fuel filter Every 10 to 15 hours of operation Every 10 hours of operationAdjusting the Cutter Assembly for Storage or Transportation Daily MaintenanceExamples of 501 mixing quantities General MaintenanceMixing Fuel Filling the Fuel TankControl Positions warm engine Check and Adjust Idle SpeedIf The Engine Fails To Start When The Engine Starts Or FiresCranking The Engine Stopping the Engine

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