Shindaiwa PowerBroom PB270 - Manual (Page 3)

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A PowerBroom operates at very high
speeds and has the potential to do serious
damage if misused, abused or mishandled.
To reduce the risk of injury, you must main-
tain control at all times, and observe all
safety precautions during operation. Never
permit a person without training or instruc-
tion to operate this machine!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
Safety
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations.
WARNING!
Never oper-
ate 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.
Work Safely
WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
Sweeper belts may move when
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starting engine. Place sweeper
belts on a smooth level surface
when starting.
Always make sure the Power-
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Broom attachment is properly
installed and firmly tightened
before operation.
Always wear eye protection to
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shield against thrown objects.
Never modify or disable any of the
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unit’s safety devices.
Do not make unauthorized modifi-
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cations to this unit.
Make sure there are no missing or
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loose fasteners, and that the igni-
tion switch and throttle controls are
working properly.
Do not operate the unit with the
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muffler removed.
NEVER operate this unit indoors.
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Operate this unit only in a well ven-
tilated area. Be aware of carbon
monoxide poisoning. Exhaust gases
and lubrication oil mist can cause
serious injury or death.
Always hold the machine firmly with
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both hands when sweeping, and
maintain control at all times.
Always stop the engine immediately
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and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken
or damaged equipment.
Always clear your work area of trash
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or hidden debris to help ensure
good footing.
Always use genuine Shindaiwa
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parts and accessories when
repairing or maintaining this unit.
Stop the unit immediately if it
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suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake. Inspect for broken, miss-
ing or improperly installed parts or
attachments.
Never transport the unit nor set
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it down with the engine running.
An engine that’s running could be
accidentally accelerated causing
the drum assemblies to rotate.
Always disconnect the spark plug
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wire before performing any main-
tenance work.
Always maintain this unit accord-
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ing to this owner’s manual and
follow the recommended sched-
uled maintenance.
IMPORTANT!
Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make
sure all information labels are undamaged and read-
able. Immediately replace damaged or missing
information labels. New labels are available from
your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
Safety Labels
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
WEAR HEARING AND ANSI Z87.1 APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
BEWARE OF THROWN DIRT AND DEBRIS.
MAINTAIN A
SHALLOW WORKING
ANGLE…
DO NOT USE ON UNGUARDED ELEVATED SURFACES.
…AVOID MOVING TOWARD
VERTICAL.
80267 Shindaiwa Inc.
This label indicates the minimum distance between
front handle and rear grip per ANSI B175.3.