Safety Labels; Operating The Trimmer - Shindaiwa AH231 Owner's/Operator's Manual

Safety Labels

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Operating the Articulated Hedge Trimmer
Always wear a hard hat to reduce
the risk of head injuries during
operation of this unit.
Secure long hair so
it is above shoulder
level.
Wear non-slip heavy-
duty gloves to improve
your grip on the
trimmer handle. Wear
snug-fitting clothes that
also permit freedom
of movement. NEVER
wear shorts!
Figure 3
4
Cutter Blade
Scabbard
Hand
Guard
Always wear eye and hear-
ing protection. Shindaiwa
recommends wearing a
face shield as additional
face and eye protection.
Always operate with
both hands firmly
gripping the unit.
High Voltage Label
Safety and Operation Information Labels:
Make sure all information labels are
undamaged and readable. Immediately
replace damaged or missing information
labels. New labels are available from your
local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
Keep a proper footing and do
not overreach—maintain your
balance at all times during
operation.
Wear sturdy footwear with
nonslip soles to provide good
footing. Steel-toed safety boots
are recommended.
Ignition
Switch
Throttle Interlock
IMPORTANT!
Keep bystanders at least 50
feet (15 meters) away from
the operating trimmer to
reduce the risk of being struck
by falling objects or thrown
debris.