Cranking The Engine

OPERATION

WARNING!

When the engine starts or is running–even at idle–the hedge trimmer cutter blade may move (oscillate). Keep your hands and your body away from the cutter assembly while starting the engine!

WARNING!

When starting the engine, make sure the cutter attachment is well clear of bystanders, pets or objects. The cutter may oscillate during start-up.

CAUTION!

Never operate the trimmer unless a cutter attachment is installed.

Before starting the engine, make sure the cutter assembly is in the cutting position (extended). Refer to page 13 for adjustment procedures. Never start the engine with the cutter assembly in the storage/transporta- tion position.

1.Place the unit firmly on the ground, making sure it is stable and that the cutter attachment is free and clear of any bystanders or objects. Grip the outer tube with your left hand and grasp the starter rope handle with your right hand.

See Figure 19.

Figure 19

CAUTION!

The recoil starter can be damaged by abuse.

■Always engage the starter before attempting to crank the engine.

■Never pull the starter cord to its full length.

■Always rewind the starter cord slowly.

2.Pull the starter handle slowly until you feel the starter engage.

3.Pull the starter handle quickly to start the engine.

When The Engine Starts Or Fires

Open the choke by moving the choke lever down. See Figure 20.

Choke

Lever Open

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Figure 20

WARNING!

The cutter attachment will engage and oscillate as the engine starts and accelerates.

If the engine does not continue to run, repeat the appropriate cranking procedure (warm or cold engine).

When the engine starts, clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber by revving the engine several times with the throttle trigger.

If The Engine Fails To Start

Repeat the appropriate cranking procedure (warm or cold engine). If the engine fails to start after repeated attempts, the engine is likely flooded.

Starting A Flooded Engine

1.Disconnect the spark plug lead and use the spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug (turn counter clockwise to remove). See Figure 21.

2.Slide the ignition switch to the “O” (STOP) position.

Figure 21

If the spark plug is fouled or soaked with fuel, clean the plug as necessary (for spark plug gapping specifications see page 21).

3.Open the choke (Figure 20) and fully depress the throttle lever with your left hand, then pull the starter handle rapidly with your right hand to clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber.

CAUTION!

Incorrect spark plug installation can result in serious engine damage.

4.Reinstall the spark plug and tighten it firmly. If a torque wrench is available, torque the spark plug to 148–165 in.-lb (170–190 kg/cm).

5.Repeat the starting procedure for a warm engine.

6.If the engine still fails to start, refer to the troubleshooting section near the end of this manual.

Stopping the Engine

WARNING!

The cutter attachment can con- tinue moving after the engine is stopped!

1.Cool the engine by allowing it to idle for two or three minutes.

2.Slide the ignition switch to the “O” or STOP position. See Figure 22.

Figure 22

OPERATION

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Shindaiwa AH231 Cranking The Engine, Stopping the Engine, When The Engine Starts Or Fires, If The Engine Fails To Start
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AH231, 63848-94010 specifications

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