Shindaiwa DH212 - Manual (Page 3)

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I
nternatIonal symbols
s
afety
manual safety symbols and Important InformatIon
Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety alerts and helpful, informational messages preceded
by symbols or key words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key words and what they mean to you.
Symbol
description/application Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application Symbol form/shape
Hot
Surface
Carburetor adjustment
- Idle speed
Carburetor adjustment
- High speed mixture
Symbol
description/application Symbol form/shape
Symbol
description/application Symbol form/shape
Read and understand
owners manual.
Wear eyes, ears and
head protection
Emergency stop
Fuel and oil mixture
Finger Severing
Carburetor adjustment
- Low speed mixture
Safety/Alert
Avoid all power
lines. This unit is not
insulated against
electrical current.
Do not operate closer
than 15 M (50 ft.) from
electrical hazards.
Plan retreat
path from falling
objects.
Wear hand protection.
Use two handed.
DO NOT smoke
near fuel.
DO NOT allow
flames or sparks
near fuel.
Wear slip resistant
foot wear.
Ignition
Ignition
ON/OFF
Do not operate with-
out guards in
place.
Keep bystanders at least
4.5 meters (15 feet) away.
Primer bulb
Choke Control
"Cold Start"
Position
(Choke Closed)
Choke Control
"Run"
Position
(Choke Open)
WARNING
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word
“WARNING” calls attention to an act or condi-
tion which CAN lead to serious personal injury or
death if not avoided.
CIRCle ANd slAsh syMbOl
This symbol means the specific action
shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohi-
bitions can result in serious or fatal injury.
CAUTION
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word
“CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition
which may lead to minor or moderate personal
injury if not avoided.
NOTe
This enclosed message provides tips for use, care and
maintenance of the unit.
IMPORTANT
The enclosed message provides information neces-
sary for the protection of the unit.
WARNING
Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are
not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit.
personal condItIon and safety equIpment
DANGER
The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word
“dANGeR” calls attention to an act or condition
which WIll lead to serious personal injury or
death if not avoided.