Safety Instructions. Shindaiwa T242

Safety Instructions

Work Safely

Shindaiwa trimmers 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!

WARNING!

Never make unauthorized attachment installations. Do not use attachments not approved by Shindaiwa for use on this unit.

Stay Alert

You must be physically and mentally fit to operate this unit safely.

WARNING!

Minimize the Risk of Fire

NEVER smoke or light fires near the engine.

ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Avoid overfilling and wipe off any fuel that may have spilled.

ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks before each use. During each refill, check that no fuel leaks from around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank.

If fuel leaks are evident, stop using the unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be repaired before using the unit.

ALWAYS move the unit to a place well away from a fuel storage area or other readily flammable materials before starting the engine.

NEVER place flammable material close to the engine muffler.

NEVER operate the engine without the spark arrester screen in place.

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 substance that could affect your ability or judgement.

DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT

IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR

UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF

ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR

MEDICATION.

WARNING!

Use Good Judgment

ALWAYS wear eye protection to shield against thrown objects.

NEVER run the engine when transporting the unit.

NEVER run the engine indoors! Make sure there is always good ventilation.

Fumes from engine exhaust can cause serious injury or death.

ALWAYS clear your work area of trash or hidden debris that could be thrown back at you or toward a bystander.

ALWAYS use the proper cutting tool for the job.

ALWAYS stop the engine immediately if it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake. Inspect for broken, missing or improperly installed parts or attachments.

NEVER extend trimming line beyond the length specified for your unit.

ALWAYS keep the unit as clean as practical. Keep it free of loose vegetation, 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.

ALWAYS, if a saw blade should bind fast in a cut, shut off the engine immediately. Push the branch or tree to ease the bind and free the blade.

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.

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Safety Labels

This label indicates the minimum distance between front handle and rear grip per ANSI B175.3.

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 hearing.

protect legs and arms. Gloves offer added protection and are strongly recommended. Do not wear clothing or jewelry that or underbrush. Secure long hair

NEVER wear shorts!

Keep a proper footing and

do not

times during operation.

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boots or shoes): do not wear open-

barefooted!

Never work

IMPORTANT!

Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are available from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.

goggles or safety glasses to shield against thrown objects.

movement fore and aft. When the harness is cutting attachment parallel to the ground.

shield is correctly installed and in good condition. Do not operate the unit if the cutting attachment shield is missing, loose, or broken.

Keep away from the rotating trimmer line at all times, and never lift a moving attachment above waist-high.