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This machine is designed especially
for trimming hedges.
Never use this machine for any other
purposes. Never try to cut stones,
metals, plastics or any other hard
objects. Using this Articulated Hedge
Trimmer for other purposes than
trimming hedges may damage the
machine or cause serious injury.
Before trimming:
■
Wear suitable protective clothing
and equipment. See the Safety
section for information.
■
Choose the best working position
for safety against the falling objects
(branches, etc.).
■
Start the engine.
■
Rest when you feel fatigued.
■
Never stand directly underneath the
branch you are cutting. Be aware of
falling branches. Note that a branch
may spring back at you after it hits
the ground.
Operation
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.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause
unconsciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is
directed away from your face and body.
WARNING!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor
to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks,
metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.
NEVER
operate the unit with
protective devices removed!
Use only authorized Shindaiwa
parts and accessories with your
Shindaiwa hedge 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.
Checking Unit Condition
ALWAYS
make sure the cutting
attachment fits properly into the
appropriate 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.
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 attachment
holders.
WARNING!
A cutting attachment shield
or other protective device is no
guarantee of protection against
ricochet. YOU MUST ALWAYS
GUARD AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!