Shindaiwa Articulated Hedge AH242 - Manual (Page 14)

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Operation
Preparations
Use lopping shears to cut out thick
branches first.
Cutting Sequence
If a radial cut is necessary, cut a little
at a time in several passes.
Vertical Cut:
Swing the blade up and down in an
arc as you move along the hedge. Use
both sides of the cutting blade.
Cut without standing directly next
to the hedge, e.g. with a flower bed
between operator and hedge.
Overhead Cut:
Hold the shaft upright with a 90° blade
angle to cut an upper surface of a
hedge.
Horizontal Cut:
Hold the cutting blade at an angle of 0°
to 10° as you swing the hedge trimmer
horizontally.
Swing the blade in an arc towards
the outside of the hedge so that the
cuttings are swept on to the ground.
Cut without standing directly in front
of the hedge, e.g. reach over a flower
bed.
Cut close to the ground from a standing
position, e.g., for low shrubs.
Using the Hedge Trimmer
Cutting Techniques
Vertical Cut
Overhead Cut
Horizontal Cut Horizontal Cut at ground level
WARNING!
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from
all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete
stop before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause uncon-
sciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is
directed away from your face and body..
WARNING!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor
to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks,
metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.