Shindaiwa PS344 PowerBroom Owner's/Operator's Manual page 5

Safety (continued)
Be Aware of the Working Environment
Be careful when operating on a slope or on slippery
terrain, especially during rainy weather or when pulling
debris toward you.
If the drum assemblies jam, switch the
engine OFF and inspect the drums,
axles and gearcase for damage.
Do not use this unit on
rooftops or elevated surfaces
When transporting the unit in a
vehicle, tie it down securely to
prevent damage and fuel spillage.
Never operate the PowerBroom around
objects that could tangle in the drums
and cause loss of control.
Never allow the engine to run at
high RPM without a load. Doing
so could damage the engine.
Be constantly alert for objects and debris that could be
thrown either from the sweeper belts or bounced from a
hard surface.
ALWAYS clear your work area of trash or
hidden debris that could be thrown back at
you or toward a bystander. When operating
in rocky terrain or near electric wires or
fences, use extreme caution to avoid
contacting such items with the sweeper belts.
Keep bystanders
at least 15 meters
away from the unit
while operating
to reduce the risk
of being struck by
thrown debris.
Keep the unit as clean as
possible. Keep it free of
loose vegetation, mud,
etc.
Maintain a low working angle
and avoid steep angles of
operation. A steep working
angle risks loss of control of
the machine.
Transport the
machine with the
engine OFF.
Always keep the
handles clean.
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