General Safety Instructions - Shindaiwa T2510 Operator's Manual

GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!
 NEVER operate the unit with
the Safety Guard and/or other
protection devices removed!
 ALWAYS make sure the cutting
attachment is properly installed
and firmly tightened before
operation.
 NEVER use a cracked or
warped cutting attachment.
 ALWAYS make sure the
cutting attachment fits properly
into the appropriate cutter
holder. If a properly installed
attachment vibrates, replace
the attachment with a new one
and re-check.
 ALWAYS stop the engine
immediately and check
for damage if you strike
a foreign object or if the
cutting attachment becomes
entangled.
 NEVER cut with dull blades.
Use a blade that is sharp and
in good condition.
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 NEVER operate a machine
with loose, worn, damaged,
or missing fasteners or
cutting attachment holders.
Improper maintenance, use of
nonconforming replacement
components, or the removal of
safety devices could result in
serious injury.
 When transporting, make sure
the engine is not running and
the blade is covered with the
blade cover.
 NEVER run the engine
indoors! Make sure there
is always good ventilation.
Fumes from engine exhaust
can cause serious injury or
death.
 NEVER allow the engine to run
at high speeds without a load.
Over-revving without a load
could damage the engine.