Tabla De Contenido; Introduction; Attention Statements - Shindaiwa M230 Manual Del Operador

Introduction

The Shindaiwa 230 series hand-held
power equipment has been designed and
built to deliver superior performance and
reliability without compromise to quality,
comfort, safety or durability.
Shindaiwa engines represent the leading
edge of high-performance engine technol-
ogy, delivering exceptionally high power
with remarkably low displacement and
weight. As an owner/operator, you'll soon
discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is
simply in a class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this own-
er's/operator's manual describes M230
Multipurpose Tool Carrier available at the
time of publication.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior notice,
and without obligation to make alterations
to units previously manufactured.
Contents
Introduction ............................................... 2
Attention Statements................................. 2
Safety Instructions .................................... 3
Safety Labels .............................................. 3
Product Description .................................. 4
Specifications ............................................. 4
Assembly and Adjustments ...................... 5
Adding/Removing a Tool Attachment .... 5
Mixing Fuel................................................ 6
Filling the Fuel Tank................................. 6
Starting the Engine .................................. 7
Stopping the Engine.................................. 8
Adjusting Engine Idle ............................... 8
Maintenance .............................................. 9
Long Term Storage ................................. 11
Troubleshooting Guide .......................... 12
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Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special
"attention statements".
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word "WARNING" contains informa-
tion that should be acted upon to
prevent serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
"IMPORTANT" is one that possesses
special significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word "NOTE"
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
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IMPORTANT!
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
230-series hand held power equipment,
or if you do not understand something in
this manual, your Shindaiwa dealer will be
glad to assist you. You may also contact
Shindaiwa, Inc. at the address printed on
the back of this manual.
Read and follow this manual, make
sure 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 addi-
tion, always wear eye and hearing
protection. Shindaiwa recom-
mends wearing a face shield as
additional face and eye protection.
Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves.
Safety tip shoes or boots with
non-slip sole should be worn.
This product conducts electricity.
Keep the product and/or operator
a minimum distance of 15 feet
(4.5 meters) away from electri-
cal sources and power lines.
Keep bystanders at least 50
feet (15 meters) away from the
operating trimmer to reduce the
risk of being struck by falling
objects or thrown debris.
The blades / cutting attachments
are SHARP! Handle with care.
Be aware of the danger
of falling debris.