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Slide ignition to OFF
OFF
NEVER
operate the unit with the cutting attachment shield or other protec-
tive devices removed!
Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and accessories with your Shindaiwa
trimmer. Do not make modifications to this unit without written approval from
Shindaiwa.
ALWAYS
make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed and firmly
tightened before operation.
NEVER
use a cracked or warped cutting attachment; replace it with a
serviceable one.
ALWAYS
make sure the cutting attachment fits properly into the appropri
-
ate attachment holder. If a properly installed attachment vibrates, replace the
attachment with new one and re-check.
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.
Checking Unit Condition
NEVER
allow the engine to run at high
RPM without a load. Doing so could dam-
age the engine.
NEVER
operate a unit with worn or dam-
aged fasteners or attachment holders.
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield or
other protective device is no guaran-
tee of protection against ricochet. YOU
MUST ALWAYS GUARD AGAINST
FLYING DEBRIS!
Idle the engine briefly before stopping (about 2 minutes), then slide the igni
-
tion switch to the “O” (Engine OFF) position.
Stopping the Engine
Starting A Flooded Engine
1. Slide the ignition switch to the “I” (ON) position.
2. Open the choke, put the throttle lever in the full throttle position, then
clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber by cranking the engine
several times.
3.
If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart
at the end of this manual.
Operation
WARNING!
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause uncon-
sciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is
directed away from your face and body.
WARNING!
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from
all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
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