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WARNING!
Inspect support and throttle handles for damaged or loose attachments before use.
NEVER
operate a hedge trim-
mer with damaged or loose handles.
Operating Precautions
WARNING!
■
Never transport the hedge trimmer
or leave it unattended with the
engine running. An engine that’s
running could be accidently
accelerated causing the blades to
oscillate.
■
Make sure that the blade cover is in
place when transporting or storing
the hedge trimmer.
■
Always make sure that the cutter
attachment and all handles and
guards are properly installed and
firmly tightened before operation.
■
Inspect for broken, missing or
improperly installed parts or
attachments.
■
Never use a cracked or warped
cutter or cutter bar: replace it with
a serviceable one and make sure it
fits properly.
■
Make sure there are no missing or
loose fasteners, and that the stop
switch and throttle controls are
working properly.
■
Make sure there is always good
ventilation when operating the
hedge trimmer. Fumes from engine
exhaust can cause serious injury
or death. Never run the engine
indoors!
■
Never smoke or light fires near the
hedge trimmer. Keep the unit away
from excessive heat. Engine fuel
is very flammable and fire could
lead to serious personal injury or
property damage.
■
Make sure the cutters are correctly
adjusted before operating the
hedge trimmer (see the section
”Blades” for cutter adjustment
procedures). Never attempt cutter
adjustment with the engine running!
■
Before starting the engine, make
sure the cutter is not contacting
anything.
■
Always confirm safe operation
when using the machine.
■
Immediately stop the engine with
the stop switch if the machine
suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake.
■
Always stop the engine
immediately and check for damage
if you strike a foreign object or if the
machine becomes tangled. Do not
operate with broken or damaged
equipment.
■
When cutting a branch that is
under tension, be alert for spring-
back so that you will not be struck
by the moving branch.
■
If a cutter should bind fast in a cut,
shut off the engine immediately.
Push the branch or tree to ease
the bind and free the cutter.
■
Always stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling. Avoid
overfilling and wipe off any fuel
that may have spilled.
■
To reduce fire hazard, keep the
engine and muffler free of debris,
leaves, or excessive grease
■
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.
CAUTION!
■
Always maintain the 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.
Doing so may cause damage and
lead to personal injury
■
Always use genuine Shindaiwa
parts and accessories when
repairing or maintaining this
machine.
■
Do not make unauthorized
modifications to the hedge trimmer
or its components.
■
Keep the cutters sharp and
properly adjusted.
■
Never allow the engine to run at
high 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 machine.
■
Always stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling. Avoid
overfilling and wipe off any fuel
that may have spilled.
■
Never place flammable material
close to the engine muffler and
never run the engine without the
spark arrestor screen in place.
■
Always clear your work area of
trash or hidden debris to help
ensure good footing.
■
Keep the hedge trimmer as clean
as possible. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
WARNING!
Hedge Trimmer blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touch-
ing blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands
