Safety (continued)
WARNING!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit is equipped
with a spark arrestor and a spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for
laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
CAUTION!
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Always maintain the articu-
lated hedge trimmer according
to this owner's manual and fol-
low the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
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Never modify or disable any of the
hedge trimmer's safety devices.
Doing so may cause damage and
lead to personal injury.
■
Always use genuine Shindaiwa
parts and accessories when repair-
ing or maintaining this machine.
Safety Equipment and Labels
Shaft Safety Label
Throttle Interlock
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Do not make unauthorized modi-
fications to the articulated hedge
trimmer or its components.
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Keep the cutters sharp and prop-
erly adjusted.
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Never allow the engine to run at
high speed without a load. Doing
so could damage the engine.
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When transporting the hedge
trimmer in a vehicle, tie it down
securely to prevent fuel spillage or
damage to the machine.
Stop
Switch
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Always stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling. Avoid
overfilling and wipe off any fuel
that may have spilled.
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Never place flammable material
close to the engine muffler and
never run the engine without the
spark arrestor screen in place.
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Always clear your work area of
trash or hidden debris to help
ensure good footing.
■
Keep the articulated hedge trim-
mer as clean as possible. Keep it
free of loose vegetation, mud, etc.
Cutter Blade
Cover
IMPORTANT!
Handle
Caution, Danger, Warning, and Operation
Information Labels: Make sure all informa-
tion labels are undamaged and readable.
Immediately replace damaged or missing
information labels. New labels are available
from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
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