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Safety
This machine operates at very high speeds and has the
potential to do serious damage if misused, abused or mis-
handled. To reduce the risk of injury, you must maintain
control at all times, and observe all safety precautions
during operation. Never permit a person without training
or instruction to operate this machine!
Operating Precautions
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This Shindaiwa tool is specifically
designed for use on the Shindaiwa
Multipurpose Tool Carrier. Instal-
lation and/or use on any other
model, brand or type of power tool
is not approved by Shindaiwa.
Attempts to use on non-approved
models can damage the equip-
ment and cause accidents, serious
injury or death.
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Always make sure the Multipur-
pose Tool is properly installed and
firmly tightened before operation.
The Properly Equipped Operator
Wear hearing protection devices and a
broad-brimmed hat or helmet. A helmet
is required when using a blade-equipped
brushcutter to clear small trees.
Prolonged exposure to excessive noise
is fatiguing and could lead to impaired
hearing.
Wear close-fitting clothing to
protect legs and arms. Gloves
offer added protection and are
strongly recommended. Do not
wear clothing or jewelry that
could get caught in machinery
or underbrush. Secure long hair
so that it is above shoulder level.
NEVER wear shorts!
Long-term exposure to vibration
can damage your hands.
Keep a proper footing and do not
overreach. Maintain your balance at all
times during operation.
Wear appropriate footwear (non-skid
boots or shoes): do not wear open-
toed shoes or sandals. Never work
barefooted!
For specific maintenance and safety information about your
Multipurpose Tool Carrier, consult the owner's manual
provided with it. If it has been lost or misplaced, contact a
Shindaiwa dealer for a replacement.
WARNING!
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Never use a cracked or warped
cutting attachment: replace it with
a serviceable one and make sure
it fits properly.
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Before starting the engine, make
sure the cutting attachment is not
contacting anything.
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Always stop the engine imme-
diately and check for damage if
you strike a foreign object or if the
machine becomes tangled. Do not
operate with broken or damaged
equipment.
NOTE:
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Stop the machine immediately if
it suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake. Inspect for broken, miss-
ing or improperly installed parts or
attachments.
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Never transport the machine or set
it down with the engine running. An
engine that's running could be acci-
dentally accelerated causing the
cutting attachment to rotate
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ALWAYS keep a Solid Stance.
Maintain footing and balance at all
times. Do not stand on slippery,
uneven or unstable surfaces. Do
not work in odd positions or on lad-
ders. Do not over reach.
Always wear eye protection such as
goggles or safety glasses to shield
Always wear a harness when operating the unit .
It adds comfort and helps ensure safety by limiting
movement fore and aft. When the harness is
adjusted properly, the unit should balance with the
cutting attachment parallel to the ground.
Always operate with both hands
When operating with a blade, make sure
the handle is positioned to provide you with
maximum protection from contacting the
blade. Always make sure the handlebar
is installed in accordance with the
manufacturers instructions.
appropriate cutting attachment
shield is correctly installed and
in good condition. Do not
cutting attachment shield
Keep away from the rotating
trimmer line or blade at all
times, and never lift a moving
attachment above waist-high.
against thrown objects.
firmly gripping the unit.
Always make sure the
operate the unit if the
is missing, loose, or
broken.
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