Shindaiwa Articulated Hedge AH242 - Manual (Page 3)

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This product conducts
electricity. Keep the prod-
uct and/or operator a mini-
mum distance of 33 feet (10
meters) away from electrical
sources and power lines.
Be aware iof the dan-
ger of falling debris.
33 ft
10 M
Always wear a hard hat to
reduce the risk of head inju-
ries during operation of this
machine. In addition, always
wear eye and hearing protec-
tion. Shindaiwa recommends
wearing a face shield as addi-
tional face and eye protection.
DANGER!
THE ARTICULATED
HEDGE TRIMMER IS NOT INSU-
LATED AGAINST ELECTRICAL
SHOCK!
Approaching or contacting elec-
trical lines with the trimmer could
cause death or serious injury.
Keep the trimmer at least 10
meters away from electrical lines
or branches that contact electri-
cal lines.
Safety
An articulated hedge trimmer has the
potential to cause serious personal
injury to the operator or bystanders
if misused, abused or mishandled.
To reduce the risk of injury, you must
maintain control at all times, and
observe all safety precautions during
operation. Never permit a person with-
out training or instruction to operate
this trimmer!
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modifications or alterations to your
articulated hedge trimmer or its
components.
Never operate this tool or any
other power equipment if you are
tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or any substance
that could affect your ability or
judgement.
WARNING!
WARNING ! Surface can
be hot. Always wear gloves
when handling this unit.
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.