Hitachi CG 23ECP(SL) Safety Instructions And Instruction Manual page 2

English
MEANINGS OF SYMBOLS
NOTE: Some units do not carry them.
Symbols
WARNING
The following show symbols used for the machine. Be sure that you understand
their meaning before use.
It is important that you read,
fully understand before use, and
observe the following safety
precautions and warnings.
Careless or improper use of the
unit may cause serious or fatal
injury.
Read, understand and follow all
warnings and instructions in this
manual and on the unit.
Always wear eye, head and ear
protectors when using this unit.
Do not use metal/rigid blades
when this sign is shown on the
unit.
Keep all children, bystanders
and helpers 15 m away from
the unit. If anyone approaches
you, stop the engine and cutting
attachment immediately.
Be careful of thrown objects.
Shows maximum shaft speed. Do
not use the cutting attachment
whose max rpm is below the
/min
shaft rpm.
Gloves should be worn
when necessary, e.g., when
assembling cutting equipment.
Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.
Before using your machine
• Read the manual carefully.
• Check that the cutting equipment is correctly assembled and adjusted.
• Start the unit and check the carburetor adjustment. See "MAINTENANCE".
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Choke - Run position (Open)
Choke - Start position
(Closed)
On/Start
START
Off /Stop
STOP
Fuel and oil mixture
Idle speed adjustment
Priming pump
Hot surface – Contact with
hot surface can cause serious
burns.
Indicate handle location.
Arrows which show limits for
handle positioning.
Indicates cutting attachment
guard location for a trimmer
head or semi-auto cutting
head.