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Work Safely
PowerBrooms operate at very high speeds
and can do serious damage or injury if they
are misused or abused.
Never allow a
person without training or instruction to
operate this unit!
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
NEVER
run the engine when trans-
porting the unit.
NEVER
run the engine indoors! Make
sure there is always good ventilation.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause
serious injury or death.
ALWAYS
use the proper tool for the
job.
ALWAYS
stop the unit immediately if
it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.
Inspect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
NEVER
operate this unit on elevated
surfaces or roofs.
ALWAYS
keep the unit as clean as
practical. Keep it free of loose vegeta-
tion, mud, etc.
ALWAYS
hold the unit firmly with
both hands when sweeping, and
maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS
keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS
disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any
maintenance work.
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
General Safety Instructions
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized attachment
installations.
WARNING!
Never operate power equipment of
any kind if you are tired or if you are
under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medication or any other substance
that could affect your ability or
judgement.
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER
smoke or light fires near the
unit.
ALWAYS
stop the engine and allow it
to cool before refueling. Avoid over-
filling and wipe off any fuel that may
have spilled.
ALWAYS
inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During each
refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank. If
fuel leaks are evident, stop using the
unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using the unit.
ALWAYS
move the unit to a place well
away from a fuel storage area or other
readily flammable materials before
starting the engine.
NEVER
place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER
run the engine without the
spark arrester screen in place.
Checking Unit Condition
NEVER
operate the unit with the
protective devices (ignition switch, etc.)
removed!
ALWAYS
use authorized Shindaiwa parts
and accessories with your Shindaiwa
PowerBroom. Do not make modifications
to this unit without the written approval of
Shindaiwa, Inc.
ALWAYS
make sure the sweeper drums
are properly installed before operation.
NEVER
use a cracked or warped
PowerBroom drum or axle: replace it with
a servicable one.
ALWAYS
stop the engine immediately
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken or
damaged equipment.
NEVER
allow the engine to run at high
RPM without a load. Doing so could
damage the engine.
NEVER
operate a unit with worn or
damaged fasteners or attachments.
