Shindaiwa M231 Operator's Manual

SHINDAIWA OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUALM231 MULTIPURPOSE TOOL CARRIERM231Part Number 65008-94011 Rev. 12/05® WARNING!Minimize the risk of injury to yours

�M23006M23005�M23004Installing a Tool Attachment1. Place the M231 Multipurpose Tool Carrier and the Tool Assembly on a clean, flat surface so that bot

10OPERATIONMixing Fuel Filling the Fuel TankCAUTION!This engine is designed to operate on a 50:1 mixture consisting of unleaded gasoline and ISO-L-EGD

11OPERATION23122Starting the Engine 4. While holding the outer tube firmly with one hand, slowly pull the recoil starter handle until resistance is fe

23122OPERATION12Starting the Engine (Continued) WARNING!Never start the engine from the operating position. WARNING!The cutting attachment may rot

OPERATION13Idle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the igni-tion switch to the “O” (engine OFF) position. See Figure 12.S

Checking Unit ConditionUse only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa unit. Do not make modifications to your unit without the

MAINTENANCEIMPORTANT! MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES AND SYSTEMS MAY BE PERFORMED BY ANY REPAIR ESTABLISHMENT OR INDIV

M2301610-Hour MaintenanceEvery 10 to 15 hours of opera-tion: Remove and clean the spark plug. Adjust the spark plug electrode gap to 0.024-inch (0.6 m

2313850-hour MaintenanceEvery 50 hours of operation (more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions): Remove and clean the cylinder cover and clean g

23139135-hour MaintenaceEvery 135 hours of operation, remove and clean the mufer.5. Remove the rear muffler shield socket head screw and, while notin

PAGEContentsIntroduction The Shindaiwa 231-series of hand-held power tools has been designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliabilit

Long Term StorageWhenever the unit will not be used for 30 days or longer, use the following procedures to prepare it for storage: Clean external pa

Troubleshooting Guide ENGINE DOES NOT STARTDoes the engine crank?Faulty recoil starter.Fluid in the crankcase.Internal damage.Consult with an authori

Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)LOW POWER OUTPUTIs the engineoverheating?Operator is overworkingthe machine.Carburetor mixture istoo lean.Improper fu

Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)ADDITIONAL PROBLEMSPooracceleration.Clogged air cleaner.Clogged fuel filter.Lean fuel/airmixture.Idle speed set too lo

Troubleshooting Guide (Continued)ADDITIONAL PROBLEMSSymptom Possible Cause RemedyExcessive vibration.Warped or damaged attachment.Loose gearcase.Bent

24Your Warranty Rights and Obligations The California Air Resources Board, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Shindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd. ar

25Owners Warranty Responsibilities As the small off-road engine owner, you are responsible for the performance of the required mainte-nance listed i

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Shindaiwa Inc.11975 S.W. Herman Rd.Tualatin, Oregon 97062 USATelephone: 503 692-3070Fax: 503 692-6696www.shindaiwa.comShindaiwa Kogyo Co., Ltd.Head

IMPORTANT!The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your unit as well as to protect you and other

SAFETY3Work SafelyAttachments for this M231 Multipurpose Tool Carrier operate at very high speeds and can do serious damage or injury if they are misu

Safety LabelsFigure 1IMPORTANT!Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately repla

CAUTION!Operating Precautions Always make sure the cutting attachment tool is properly installed and rmly tightened before operation. Never use a

Product DescriptionM231 Multipurpose Tool CarrierOuter TubeFuel TankGripUsing the accompanying illustrations as a guide, familiarize yourself with you

SpecicationsM231 Multipurpose Tool Carrier dry weight (less attachments) ... 4.5 kg/9.8 lb.Engine model ....

HandleConnect the Handle to the Outer Tube.1. Position the handle on the outer tube as shown. See Figure 3.2. Install the mounting bracket with the