Safety - Shindaiwa M242 Owner's/Operator's Manual

This product conducts electricity.
Keep the product and/or operator
a minimum distance of 15 feet
(4.5 meters) away from electrical
sources and power lines.

Safety

Work Safely
Attachments for this unit 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!
ALWAYS wear eye protection to shield
against thrown objects.
ALWAYS wear hearing protection
devices when operating this unit.
Prolonged exposure to excessive noise
is fatiguing and could lead to impaired
hearing. The use of proper ear protec-
tion can reduce this potential hazard
NEVER operate the engine when trans-
porting the unit. Make sure cutter safety
guards are in place when transporting this
unit.
NEVER operate the engine indoors!
Make sure there is always good venti-
lation. Fumes from engine exhaust can
cause serious injury or death.
ALWAYS make sure there are no miss-
ing or loose fasteners and that the stop
switch and throttle controls are working
properly.
ALWAYS use the proper cutting tool for
the job.
ALWAYS clear your work area of trash
or hidden debris that could be thrown
back at you or toward a bystander.
WARNING!
The ignition components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation which may interfere
with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their
physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO
does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
Keep bystanders at least 50
feet (15 meters) away from the
operating unit to reduce the risk
of being struck by falling objects
or thrown debris.
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit
to operate this unit safely.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment tool is properly installed and firmly
tightened before operation.
NEVER use a cracked or warped
cutting attachment: replace it with a
serviceable one and make sure it fits
properly.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately
if it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.
Inspect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
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 cutting or trimming, and
maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire
before performing any maintenance
work.
Before starting the engine make sure
the cutting attachment is not contacting
anything.
The blades / cutting attachments
are SHARP! Handle with care.
Be aware of the danger of falling
debris.
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 sub-
stance that could affect your ability
or judgement.
ALWAYS stop the engine immedi-
ately and check for damage if you
strike a foreign object or if the unit
becomes tangled. Do not operate
with broken or damaged equipment.
ALWAYS maintain the Multipurpose
Engine according to this owner's
manual and follow the recommended
scheduled maintenance.
NEVER allow the engine to run at
high RPM without a load. Doing so
could damage the engine.
ALWAYS use genuine Shindaiwa
parts and accessories when repairing
or maintaining this unit.
NEVER modify or disable any of the
unit's devices. Use only Shindaiwa
genuine parts for repairs and mainte-
nance.
WHEN transporting the unit in a ve-
hicle, tie it down securely to prevent
damage and fuel spillage.
NEVER permit a person without
training or instruction to repair or
operate this machine.
3