Shindaiwa HT254EF - Manual (Page 3)

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Work Safely
Shindaiwa hedge 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 your unit!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
WARNING!
Never operate power
equipment of any kind if you are tired
or if you are under the influence of al-
cohol, drugs, medication or any other
substance that could affect your abil-
ity or judgement.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT
IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR
MEDICATION.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized attach-
ment installations.
Avoid using or storing this
unit in a wet environment.
Water on the cutters may
enter the gearcase and
damage your unit.
Always wear eye, ear,
and hand protection while
operating this unit!
Always wear close-fitting clothing. Gloves offer
added protection and are strongly recommended.
Do not wear clothing or jewelry that could get
caught in machinery.
Always keep proper footing and do not
overreach. Maintain your balance at all
times during operation.
Use extreme caution when
operating near fences or
electric wiring.
Never cut metal objects or
wire with the blade.
Never operate this unit if
the safety guard has been
removed or damaged!
Never allow children to use
the unit. Avoid operating near
bystanders.
Always stop the engine
and install the blade cover
before moving to another
work site, and maintain a
firm footing while operating
or carrying the trimmer.
Always stop the
engine before
removing branches
or debris from the
cutters! Never allow
the cutters to contact
buildings or other
hard objects!
Avoid cutting large or extremely
“woody” branches. Doing so can
shorten cutter life, and may also
damage the gearcase.
WORK SAFELY!
Figure 1
Always grip support
handle with right hand
and throttle handle with
left hand..
General Safety Instructions
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire!
ALWAYS check unit for fuel leaks
before use. Check for leaks around
fuel tank cap while refueling. If fuel
leaks are found immediately stop
using the unit. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place
well away from a fuel storage area
or other readily flammable materials
before starting the engine.