Shindaiwa AH230 User's Manual
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1. PAGE PV VAIN FATA CO seanoa 153 Sharpening the Chain ccsesseseeeeeees 16 Troubleshooting Guide uuu sseseseseeen 17 The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this 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 Shindaiwa hand held power equipment or if you do not understand something in this manual contact your local Shindaiwa dealer for assistance You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual Attention Statements Throughout this manual are special at tention statements Ce A A a M a M T DANGER A statement preceded by I the triangular attention symbol and I the word DANGER contains infor i mation that should be acted upon i to prevent serious injury or death b eee ees ee ee ees ees ee es l International Symbols READ oPERATOR S Read and follow this manual make sure MANUAL 2 z anyone using the trimmer does likewise Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or machine failure Keep this manual for future reference Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of head injuries during operation of this machine In addition always wear eye and hearing2. The steps on pages 6 8 are not necessary for models AH230 and AH231 because they come equipped with an interlocking throttle grip assembly as standard equipment Remove Outer Tube From Powerhead 1 Place the T230 or PB230 on a clean flat surface in an upright position 2 Remove the cylinder cover as instructed in your unit owner s manual 3 Loosen the inner throttle cable adjusting nut with a 10 mm wrench 4 Lift the throttle cable housing out of the notch on the powerhead 5 Remove the throttle cable from the car buretor by lifting the Z shaped cable end A out of the hole 6 Disconnect the red stop switch wire B by unplugging the bullet connector 7 Use the 4mm hex wrench to loosen the tube clamp screw C Loosen but don t remove the screw or the D shaped shim washer D will fall out 8 Pull the tube assembly out of the clamp Set the powerhead aside Installing Throttle Grip A sarne m Failure to replace the standard throttle grip with the provided interlock throttle grip could permit unintentional acceleration which could cause serious injuries or death 1 Place the T230 or PB230 outer tube assembly on a clean flat surface 2 Loosen the three screws A that hold the throttle trigger assembly to the outer tube 3 Slide the trigger assembly down the tube several inches away from the rubber grip Rotate the trigger assembly so it is flat against the work surface 4 Wit
3. New labels are available through your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer Specifications Length mounted on T230 w 10 inch bar 1991 mm 78 4 in SPOTOCK OLS oeisio 3 8 inch fixed spur Dry Weight Tool only with bar and chain 0 91 kg 2 0 Ibs Gearcase RATIO secssvessvenssssnvessssuvessvensrsensasvnsnvesantaovecnesstentensoeeneber 1 06 1 Guide Bar 3 8 pitch 043 gauge 10 inch Micro Lite Chain LubricatiOn s sesessseesseesssessseesssees Automatic adjustable oiler Chain TYype sssesesessseessserssessse 3 8 pitch Micro Lite 043 gauge Oil Tank Capacity csesssssseccsesessssesscsssesssseseesssees 100 ml 3 9 oz Specifications are subject to change without notice Prior To Assembly Before assembling make sure you have all the components required for a complete unit Mi Gearcase assembly E Guide Bar M Saw Chain E Heat shrink Collar Assembly E Throttle Grip w interlock E Scabbard E Owner s Operator s manual M Assembly Tool s E Safety Labels Carefully inspect all components mak ing sure they are not damaged Installing The Interlock Throttle Grip NOTE 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 opera tion WARNING Do not make unauthorized modifi cations or alterations to your pole pruner or its components
4. Damaged gearcase dealer Engine idle too high Adjust idle Check Specifications page for correct idle Cutting attachment pee u ee engine idle Broken clutch spring or worn clutch Replace spring shoes as required check idle speed spring boss 17 NOTES NOTES Servicing Information Parts Serial Number Genuine Shindaiwa Parts and Assemblies for your Shindaiwa products are available only from an Authorized Shindaiwa Dealer When you do need to buy parts always have the Model Number Type and Serial Number of the unit with you You can find these numbers on the engine For future reference write them in the space provided below Model No SN Service Service of this product during the warranty period must be performed by an Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer For the name and address of the Authorized Shindaiwa Service Dealer nearest you ask your retailer or call 1 877 986 7783 Dealer information is also available on WWW SHINDAIWA COM When presenting your unit for Warranty service repairs proof of purchase is required Consumer Product Support If you require assistance or have questions concerning the application operation or maintenance of this product you may call the Shindaiwa Consumer Product Support Department at 1 877 986 7783 from 8 30 am to 4 30 pm Central Standard Time Monday through Friday Before calling please know the model and serial number of your unit Warranty Registration To ensure trouble
5. Keep the chain sharp and properly adjusted A WARNING The saw chain is very sharp Wear gloves to protect your hands when work ing with or around the saw chain Sharpening Instructions IMPORTANT File all the cutters to the same angle and depth Unequal filing may cause the saw to vibrate or cut erratically 1 Using a 4 5 mm round file sharpen all cutters to a 30 angle Make sure that one fifth 20 of the file s diameter is always held above the cutter s top plate N After all cutters are sharpened use a depth gauge joiner A to measure the height of each depth gauge W As required lower the depth gauges to a height of 0 025 inch Use a flat file D gt After all depth gauges have been adjusted use a flat file to round each depth gauge leading edge to its original curvature and angle NOTE For consistent filing angles use a filing guide NOTE See specification page for replacement bar and chain specs TOP PLATE ANGLE 16 Troubleshooting Guide Symptom Possible Cause Remedy Warped or damaged attachment Inspect and replace attachment as required Excessive vibration Tigh Loose gearcase ighten gearcase securely Bent main shaft worn or damaged bushings Inspect and replace as necessary Shaft not installed in powerhead or gearcase Inspect and reinstall as required Cutting attachment will not Broken shaft Consult with an authorized Shindaiwa servicing PNS
6. protection Shindaiwa recommends wearing a face shield as additional face and eye protection WEAR PROTECTION N COD SA Wear heavy duty non slip gloves WARNING A statement preceded by the triangular attention symbol and the word WARNING contains infor mation that should be acted upon to prevent serious bodily injury IMPORTANT A statement preceded by the word IMPORTANT is one that possesses special significance Never operate this tool or any other power equipment if you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol drugs or any substance that could affect your ability or judgement This product conducts electricity Keep isft the product and or operator a minimum distance of 15 feet 4 5 meters away from electrical sources and power lines Keep bystanders at least 50 feet 15 me ters away from the operating trimmer to reduce the risk of being struck by falling objects or thrown debris BYSTANDERS STAY CLEAR S _ _ gt i 15M CAUTION A statement preceded by the word CAUTION contains information that should be acted upon to pre vent mechanical damage NOTE A statement preceded by the word NOTE contains information that is handy to know and may make your job easier Be aware of the danger of falling debris Safety This machine operates at very high speeds and has the potential to do serious damage if misused abused or
7. X7502890802 01 11 SHINDAIWA OWNER S OPERATOR S MANUAL MULTIPURPOSE POLE PRUNER ATTACHMENT 78701 For Models T230 T231 AH230 AH231 PB230 Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others Read this manual and familiarize yourself with the contents Always wear eye and hearing protection WARNING when operating this unit l l Introduction The Shindaiwa Pole Pruner Attachment is designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to quality comfort safety or durability As an owner operator you ll soon discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself Contents PAGE LATOGUCTON sonnn iaia 2 Attention Statements ou ccesssesssssseees 2 Sael araa 2 Product Description ss sesessesssesssesserssesssesserss 5 While every attempt has been made to provide the latest information about your Shindaiwa product there may be some differences between your attach ment and what is described here ECHO Inc reserves the right to make changes to products without prior notice and without obligation to make alterations to units previously manu factured PAGE Specihcall ONS assa 5 PUSS CNTIDIY renen 6 Filling the Chain Oiler Reservoir 12 Using the Pole Prune ecccscsecssesesseseeee 14 IMPORTANT IMPORTANT The information contained in these instructions describes components available at the time of publication
8. at an angle greater than 60 in order to reduce the risk of being struck by falling objects during operation Always operate with both hands firmly gripping the machine Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip soles to provide good footing Steel toed safety boots are recommended Never operate this product barefoot Kickback and Pinching Safety Precautions Both kickback and pinching may cause you to lose control of the pole AY warnine 2 Keep a firm grip on the pole pruner with both hands whenever the en Cut at high engine speeds 5 Follow the manufacturer s instruc pruner tool which could result in serious personal injury Do not rely exclusively on the safety device built into the pruner You must take several steps to keep your jobs free gine is running A firm grip will help you reduce the affects of kickback and pinching as well as maintain control of the machine tions for sharpening and maintain ing the chain Use only the replacement bar and chain or equivalent as specified by aa the manufacturer from accident or injury Make sure the area in which you are cutting is free from obstruc tions Do not let the nose of the guide bar contact a log branch or any other obstructions which could be hit while you operate the pole pruner tool 1 Understand kickback and pinch ing You can reduce or eliminate the element of surprise Sudden surprises contributes to accidents Beware of
9. ay from objects that could become entangled or thrown and surfaces that could cause loss of con trol Control Positions cold engine 1 Slide the ignition switch A to the ON position 2 Set the throttle trigger to the fast idle a Depress and hold the throttle lock B then squeeze the throttle trigger b Depress and hold the fast idle button C c Release the throttle trigger and throttle lock then release fast idle button 3 Press the purge bulb D four or five times You should be able to see fuel inside the bulb 4 Choke the engine by moving the choke lever E up to the closed position Control Positions warm engine 1 Set the throttle trigger to fast idle 2 Slide the ignition switch to the I ON position 3 Moving the choke lever down to the open position P23007 Using the Pole Pruner This machine is designed especially for cutting branches Never use this machine for any other purpose Never try to cut stones metals plastics or any other hard objects Using for purposes other than cutting branches may damage the machine or cause serious injury Preparations W Wear suitable protective clothing and equipment see section Safety Precautions E Choose the best work position for safety against falling objects such as branches E Start the engine E Put on the strap Never stand directly underneath the branch you are
10. ck branches always start by performing a relieving cut 1 on the underside of the branch To do this apply the cutting attachment and pull it across the bottom of the branch as far as the bar nose Perform the cross cut 2 Maintenance IMPORTANT AA warnine For detailed maintenance information about your T230 231 AH230 231 or PB230 consult the owner s manual that was provided with it If it has been lost or misplaced contact Shindaiwa for a replacement A WARNING Non standard parts may not oper Before performing any maintenance repair or cleaning work on the unit ate properly with your unit and may cause damage and lead to personal injury make sure the engine and cutting attachment are completely stopped Disconnect the spark plug wire before performing service or mainte nance work Using non standard replacement parts could invalidate your Shindaiwa war ranty Daily Maintenance Prior to each work day perform the follow M Check for loose or missing screws or A ing components WARNING W Clean any debris or dirt from the M Check the entire machine for leaking The saw chain is very sharp Wear cutting attachment Check the bar fuel or grease gloves to protect your hands when and chain for damage or incorrect E Make sure that nuts bolts and working with or around the saw adjustment screws except carburetor adjusting chain screws are tight 15 hour Maintenance Every 15 hours of o
11. cutting be aware of falling branches Note that a branch may spring back at you after it hits the ground Cutting Sequence To allow branches to fall freely always cut the bottom branches first Prune heavy branches large in diameter in several controllable pieces Working Position Hold the control handle with your right hand and the shaft with your left hand Your left arm should be extended to the most comfortable position The shaft should always be held at an angle of 60 or less Flush cutting Thick Branches Standard Cut The most convenient working position is a tool angle of 60 but any other angle may be used to suit the situation Cutting Above Obstacles Thanks to the unit s long reach it is possible to prune branches that are overhanging obstacles such as rivers or lakes The tool angle in this case de pends on the position of the branch If branch diameter is more than 10 cm first perform undercut 3 and cross cut at a distance A of about 25 cm from the final cut Then carry out the flush cut 4 start ing with a relieving cut and finishing with a cross cut Cutting On A Work Platform The unit s long reach enables cutting to be performed next to the trunk without the risk of the work platform damaging other branches Tool angle in this case depends on the position of the branch Relieving Cut To avoid tearing the bark kickback or pinching the bar when pruning thi
12. end wrench loosen but don t remove the gearcase clamp screw 2 Using the 4mm hex wrench back out the index screw until it is almost free 3 Pull and rotate the gearcase sweeper drum assembly until it slides off the outer tube 4 Remove the spacer from the outer tube if it did not slide off with gearcase sweeper drum assembly Put the spacer and gearcase sweeper drum assembly in a safe place so they can be reinstalled later if desired If your PB230 is equipped with the optional guard assembly it must be removed Use 4 mm hex wrench to remove its four clamp screws Slide the protective collar off the outer tube o For the AH230 AH231 Hedge Trimmers 1 Loosen but don t remove the gearcase clamp screw using a 4 mm hex wrench 2 Use the 4 mm hex wrench to loosen the gearcase index screw until it is almost free 3 Pull and rotate the gearcase articulating hedge trimmer assembly until it slides off the outer tube NOTE For help reinstalling the original gearcase and attachments consult the owner s manual that came with your T230 T231 AH230 AH231 or PB230 Installing the Caution Labels warnine m The provided labels offer important safety information about pole pruners Do not operate or allow others to operate this machine unless the labels are prop erly installed 1 Clean outer tube so the labels will adhere properly 2 Peel the backing off the multiple warning label and attach below similar
13. engage the powerhead Then push the outer tube all the way in CAUTION Do not force the lower tube into the power head Excessive force can damage the compo nents 3 Position the outer tube so the stop switch is fac 4 Use the hex wrench to tighten the clamp screw firmly Make sure the ing up and the throttle cable wire assembly J is D shaped shim washer is in place on top Reconnecting the Throttle Cable Switch Wires Connect The Throttle Cable 1 Loop the ribbed cable assembly to the top left side of the engine Confirm that the black ground wire A with an eyelet on the end is located between the two cable adjuster nuts B 2 Connect the Z shaped end of the throttle cable C to the throttle lever on top of the carburetor 3 Turn the cable adjuster nuts sufficiently for the throttle cable to fit in the notch D on the fan cover Make sure the ignition ground lead is located on the rear ward side of the notch Then connect the male fitting of the red ignition wire into the female fitting of the red wire attached to the engine E Adjusting the Throttle Cable 1 Loosen the two 10mm throttle cable nuts B 2 Adjust the throttle cable nuts until you achieve a free play on the throttle trigger of about 1 4 inch Make sure the stop switch wires do not interfere with throttle functions Reposition wires if necessary UOJ When 1 4 inch of free play is achieved securely tighten the two 10mm thr
14. free warranty coverage it is important that you register your Shindaiwa equipment by filling out the warranty registration card supplied with your unit Registering your product confirms your warranty coverage and pro vides a direct link if we find it necessary to contact you Additional or Replacement Manuals Replacement Operator and Parts Catalogs are available from your Shindaiwa dealer or at WWW SHINDAIWA COM or by contacting the Consumer Product Support Department 1 877 986 7783 Always check WWW SHINDAIWA COM for updated information d Gi Si a a ECHO Incorporated 400 Oakwood Road Yamabiko Corporation Lake Zurich IL 60047 1564 U S A 7 2 Suehirocho 1 Chome Ohme Telephone 1 877 986 7783 Tokyo 198 8760 Japan Fax 1 847 540 8416 Phone 81 428 32 6118 www shindaiwa com Fax 81 428 32 6145 Copyright 2011 By Echo Incorporated All Rights Reserved T19500001001 T19500999999
15. g up Wipe off any debris from the oil cap and from around the oil filler neck 2 Remove the oil filler cap C and fill the reservoir with bar and chain oil then replace the cap 3 Wipe up any spilled oil from the unit before restarting the pole pruner Adjusting Oil Flow Rate NOTE The automatic oiler is preset to deliver a sufficient oil discharge volume during normal operating conditions During heavy or dry cutting conditions the oil discharge volume may be increased to assure adequate lubrication If oil is leaking from the bar cover area reduce the oil discharge volume Refill the oil reservoir with each tank of fuel 12 NOTE Very little visible oil on the saw chain will provide sufficient lubrication Adjust the pump as follows l l l l 3 Using a screwdriver turn the oil flow rate adjustment 1 Stop the engine and make sure the stop switch is in the OFF screw E imthedesired direction position DaS ae e clockwise decrease lubrication 2 Place the unit on its side with the oil reservoir D up e counter clockwise increase lubrication Starting Engine Interlock Throttle Controls The engine ignition is controlled by a two position ON OFF switch mounted on the throttle grip assembly typically labelled I for START and O for STOP A WARNING The attachment will operate immediately when the engine starts and could result in possible serious injury Keep movable parts of the attachment aw
16. h a utility knife or similar tool B slit the rubber grip lengthwise to release it from the tube Use gentle pressure to avoid scarring the outer tube A warnine m To avoid serious injury grip the outer tube securely with one hand and cut away from that hand when slitting the rubber throttle grip 5 Remove the grip and slide the throttle trigger from the tube Discard these parts 6 Clean surface of tube in grip area 7 Make a mark on the tube 2 inches from the upper end Slide the heat shrink col lar C onto tube and align its upper end with the mark on the tube 8 Using a heat gun or hair dryer apply heat to the collar until it shrinks and forms a snug fit around the tube 9 Slide the new interlock throttle grip assembly D onto the tube and position it over the collar Make sure the switch is facing up and that the throttle cable and switch wires E are positioned toward the powerhead Using a cross head screwdriver tighten the grip s four clamp screws F Powerhead Reinstallation 1 Place the powerhead on a clean flat surface in an upright position CAUTION Do not remove the D shaped shim washer The shim washer prevents damage from overtighten ing the tube clamp screw 2 Slide the outer tube G into the tube clamp H until the outer tube bottoms It should go in about 1 1 2 in 38 mm If the outer tube stops before bottoming rotate it until you feel the in ner driveshaft I splines
17. label on lower part of outer tube Make sure label faces up and that it is legible from the operator s position 3 Peel the backing off The Electrical Shock Danger label and attach it just ahead of the throttle grip Make sure the label faces up and that it is legible from the opera tor s position Installing the Cutting Head Assembly 1 Insert the end of the outer tube into the pole pruner gearcase clamp assembly and push until it bottoms The outer tube should go into the gearcase about 1 1 2 in 38 mm If the outer tube stops before bottoming rotate it until you feel the inner mainshaft driveshaft splines engage the gearcase Then push the outer tube all the way in 2 Rotate the gearcase assembly so that the index screw A aligns with hole in outer tube B 3 Use a 4mm hex wrench to tighten the gearcase index screw first then the gearcase clamp screw Adjust Loop Handle 1 Shindaiwa recommends leaving the T230 or PB230 loop handle on the outer tube However for maximum comfort and control it may require adjustment Use the 4 mm hex wrench to loosen the handle s four clamp screws C Move the handle along the tube to the point where the most comfort and control are observed Retighten the clamp screws Installing and Adjusting the Bar and Chain Installing The Chain pe Never attempt to install replace or adjust the chain with the engine running A warnine The saw chain is very sharp Wear gloves to
18. mishandled To reduce the risk of injury you must maintain control at all times and observe all safety precautions during operation Never permit a person without training or instruction to operate this machine CAUTION NOTE For specific maintenance and safety infor mation about your T230 231 AH230 231 or PB230 consult the owner s manual provided with it If it has been lost or misplaced contact a Shindaiwa dealer for a replacement i A WARNING i THE PRUNER IS NOT INSULATED AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK i Approaching or contacting electrical I line with the pruner could cause death or serious injury Keep the pruner at least 33 feet 10 meters I away from electrical lines or branch es that contact electrical lines E Always maintain the Pole Pruner Tool according to this owner s manual and follow the recommended scheduled maintenance mM Never modify or disable any of the pruner s safety devices E Always use genuine Shindaiwa parts and accessories when repairing or maintaining this machine E Do not make unauthorized modifications to the pole pruner E When transporting the pole pruner in a vehicle tie it down securely to prevent fuel spillage or damage to the machine E Always clear your work area of trash or hidden debris to help ensure good footing WE Keep the chain sharp and properly adjusted E Keep the pole pruner as clean as possible Keep it free of loose vegetation mud debris etc O
19. mmediately if it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake Inspect for broken miss ing or improperly installed parts or attachments Never transport the pruner or set it down with the engine running An engine that s running could be accidently accelerated causing the chain to rotate Make sure the scabbard is in place when transporting the pruner When carrying by hand the chain should be pointing backward ALWAYS keep a Solid Stance Maintain footing and balance at all times Do not stand on slippery uneven or unstable surfaces Do not work in odd positions or on ladders Do not over reach Operating the Pruner Ad warninc To avoid the chance of serious injury or death follow these safety precautions during operation Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of head injuries during operation of this machine Wear nonslip heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the pole pruner handle Wear snug fitting clothes that also permit freedom of movement NEVER wear shorts Keep a proper footing and do not overreach main tain your balance at all times during operation Always wear eye and hearing protection Shindaiwa recommends wearing a face shield as additional face and eye protection Keep bystanders at least 50 feet 15 meters away from the operating pruner to reduce the risk of being cut by moving saw chain or struck by falling objects or thrown debris Never operate the pruner
20. ottle cable nuts When the throttle cable is correctly adjusted and the throttle trigger is fully depressed full throttle the throttle will contact the stop on the throttle body F NOTE Apply anti seize oil on the cylinder cover knob threads for easier removal 4 Replace the cylinder cover 5 Replace the spark plug boot Removing the Trimmer PowerBroom Attachment 1 Place the re gripped T230 PB230 or AH230 on a clean flat surface in an upright position For the T230 T231 Trimmers 2 Loosen but don t remove the gearcase clamp screw A and nut using a 4 mm hex wrench and an 8 mm open end wrench 3 Use the 4 mm hex wrench to loosen the gearcase index screw B until it is almost free 4 Use the 4mm hex wrench to loosen the four debris shield attachment screws C Loosen them only enough to free the debris shield assembly from the outer tube This will make it easier to reattach the debris shield when converting back to a trimmer Pull and rotate the debris shield gearcase and trimmer head assembly until it slides off the outer tube Ul NOTE The gearcase and debris shield are connected by the clamp screw 6 The debris shield has two shims D located on either side of the outer tube and the debris shield bracket Put the shims and the debris shield gearcase assem bly in a safe place so that they can be reinstalled later if desired For the PB230 PowerBroom 1 Using a5 mm hex wrench and a 10 mm open
21. perating Precautions E This Shindaiwa pole pruner attachment is specifically de signed for use on the Shindaiwa T230 231 grass trimmers AH230 231 articulating hedge trimmers or PB230 power broom Installation and or use on any other model brand or type of power tool is not approved by Shindaiwa Attempts to use on non approved models can dam age the equipment and cause accidents serious injury or death Make sure the chain and sprocket are correctly adjusted before operating the pruner see assem bly for adjustment procedures Never attempt chain adjustment with the engine running Always make sure the cutting at tachment is properly installed and firmly tightened before operation WARNING Never use a cracked or warped guide bar replace it with a service able one and make sure it fits properly If a saw blade should bind fast in a cut shut off the engine immedi ately Push the branch or tree to ease the bind and free the blade Before starting the engine make sure the saw chain is not contact ing anything When cutting a limb that is under tension be alert for springback so that you will not be struck by the moving limb E Always run at wide open throttle WOT before contacting material to be cut WE Always stop the engine imme diately and check for damage if you strike a foreign object or if the machine becomes tangled Do not operate with broken or damaged equipment E Stop the machine i
22. peration more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions M Remove the sprocket cover and inspect the sprocket A for excessive dirt debris or wear Remove the guide bar and clean out the guide bar groove If the sprocket is excessively worn replace it with a new one 50 hour Maintenance Every 50 hours of operation more frequently in dusty or dirty conditions W Lubricate the gearcase To perform this operation first remove the gearcase from the upper outer tube as follows CAUTION Do not remove the D shaped shim washer from the gearcase clamp The shim washer prevents damage from overtightening the tube clamp screw E Using a lever type grease gun pump lithium base grease about 10 grams E loosen the gearcase clamp bolt B into the grease fitting D until you see old grease being purged from E remove the index bolt C from the gearcase the gearcase which can be seen in the outer tube cavity Clean up excess i iidethe gearcasecutofthe tube grease then reassemble the gearcase onto the outer tube Sharpening the Chain E When the cutting edges of the blade become dull they can be re sharpened with a few strokes of a file E in order to keep the blade in balance all cutting edges must be sharpened equally W in addition inspect the chain for correct adjustment more frequently with a new chain The chain should feel snug but still pull freely Refer to adjustment procedures loos Oh oto CAUTION
23. pinching Beware of Kickback Pinching the saw along the tip of the guide bar may force the bar back rapidly toward the operator Pinching can occur whenever wood closes in around the moving chain Kickback can occur when ever the tip of the guide bar touches an object while the Saw is operating Kickback may force the bar up and back toward the operator with lightning like speed Safety Labels READ OPERATOR S MANUAL Ey eT WEAR PROTECTION CVC SA o O ELECTRICAL HAZARD 15ft 4 5M BYSTANDERS STAY CLEAR DANGER FALLING DEBRIS Product Description Using the illustration as a guide famil iarize yourself with your machine and its various components Understanding your machine helps ensure top per formance long service life and safer operation A Gearcase B Oil Filler Cap C Guide Bar and Chain D Bar Oil Reservoir Ad warnine Do not make unauthorized modifi cations or alterations to your pole pruner or its components _ A DANGER THIS PRODUCT CONDUCTS ELECTRICITY KEEP THE PRODUCT AND OR OPERATOR A MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 15 FEET 4 5 METERS AWAY FROM ELECTRICAL SOURCES AND POWER LINES IMPORTANT Safety and Information Labels Make sure all safety and information labels are undamaged readable and up to date Immediately replace damaged or missing labels This Attachment comes with safety labels shipped loose in the box Attach these safety labels
24. protect your hands when handling NOTE For the longest chain life let new or replacement chain loops soak in oil overnight before installation 1 Using the small end of the plug wrench remove the sprocket cover nut A turn counterclockwise to remove and remove the sprocket cover B CAUTION Failure to align the guide bar and chain tensioning pin can cause serious dam age to the sprocket cover guide bar chain tensioning pin and cutting head assembly 2 Place the guide bar C over the guide bar adjustment stud D on the cutting head assembly Align the chain tensioning pin E with the hole in the guide bar 3 Install the chain loop over the drive links within the guide bar groove and then align the chain over the drive sprocket Make sure the cutters are properly oriented as shown If the chain installation is difficult or if the chain appears too tight refer to the section Adjusting the Chain WARNING Never operate the pole pruner tool without the sprocket cover installed 4 Install the sprocket cover over the bar stud Using finger pressure only install the sprocket cover nut 5 Refer to the next page for chain adjusting procedures Adjusting the Chain A warne Never attempt to install replace or adjust the chain with the engine running Ad warnine The saw chain is very sharp Wear gloves to protect your hands when handling CAUTION A loose chain can jump off the guide bar ca
25. using damage to the chain and associated equipment Always make sure the chain is properly adjusted check more often when you are breaking in a new chain IMPORTANT Proper chain adjustment is essential for maximum performance long chain life and operator safety Always inspect chain tension before operating the pole pruner tool 1 Place the pole pruner on a clean flat surface For readjustment during operation shut down the engine then allow the guide bar and chain to cool before proceeding with the adjustment procedure N Loosen the sprocket cover nut A with the plug wrench UJ Lift the nose of the guide bar while turning the chain tensioning screw B e clockwise to tighten the chain e counter clockwise to loosen the chain 4 Pull the chain by hand along the top of the guide bar several times from the engine to the bar s tip The chain should feel snug but still pull freely Ui Tighten the sprocket cover nut securely while lifting the tip of the guide bar 0 Inspect the chain for the correct adjustment more frequently with a new chain The chain should feel snug but still pull freely Filling the Chain Oiler Reservoir Ad warne Never fill the oil reservoir or adjust the oiler with the engine running IMPORTANT To prevent plastic deterioration do not use synthetic or silicone based oil 1 Place the pole pruner tool on a clean flat surface with the oil filler cap C facin
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