Shindaiwa PowerBroom PS344 - Manual (Page 4)

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The Properly Equipped Operator
Always operate with both hands
firmly gripping the unit.
Always protect yourself from hazards
such as thorny brush and flying debris
by wearing gloves and close fitting
clothing that covers arms and legs.
Never wear shorts. Don’t wear loose
clothing or items such as jewelry that
could get caught in machinery or
underbrush. Secure long hair so it is
above shoulder level.
Always wear eye and hearing protection.
Shindaiwa recommends wearing a face shield as
additional face and eye protection.
Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip
soles to provide good footing. Steel-
toed safety boots are recommended.
Never operate unit bare-footed!
Keep a proper footing and do not
overreach—maintain your balance
at all times during operation.
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.
Never operate the PowerBroom around
objects that could tangle in the drums
and cause loss of control.
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 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.
Be constantly alert for objects and debris that could be
thrown either from the sweeper belts or bounced from a
hard surface.
Keep away from rotating
sweeper belts or bristles at
all times, and NEVER lift a
moving attachment above
waist-height.
Never allow the engine to run at
high RPM without a load. Doing
so could damage the engine.
When transporting the unit in a
vehicle, tie it down securely to
prevent damage and fuel spillage.
Always keep the
handles clean.
Keep the unit as clean as
possible. Keep it free of
loose vegetation, mud,
etc.
Safety (continued)
Do not use this unit on
rooftops or elevated surfaces