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Safety – Shindaiwa C344 User Manual

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ALWAYS inspect unit before each

use. Replace any damaged parts.
NEVER run the engine when trans-

porting the unit.
NEVER run the engine indoors! Make

sure there is always good ventila-

tion. Fumes from engine exhaust can

cause serious injury or death.
ALWAYS stop the unit immediately if

it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.

Inspect for broken, missing or improp-

erly installed parts or attachments.

NEVER extend trimming line beyond

the length specified for your unit.
ALWAYS keep the unit as clean as

practical. Keep it free of loose vegeta-

tion, mud, etc.
ALWAYS hold the unit firmly with both

hands when cutting or trimming, and

maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS use the proper cutting tool

for the job.

ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug

wire before performing any mainte-

nance work.
ALWAYS, if a saw blade should bind

fast in a cut, shut off the engine imme-

diately. Push the branch or tree to

ease the bind and free the blade.

Work Safely

Trimmers and brushcutters 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 this

unit!

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 sub-

stance that could affect your ability

or judgement.

WARNING!

Use Good Judgment

Safety Labels

IMPORTANT!

Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure

all information labels are undamaged and readable.

Immediately replace damaged or missing information

labels. New labels are available from your local autho-

rized Shindaiwa dealer.

HOT SURFACE

This label indicates the minimum distance between

front handle and rear grip per ANSI B175.3.

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