Shindaiwa AH254 - Manual (Page 5)

5
Operator Safety
wARnInG!
Do not alter this machine
or any of its components!
Product Description
Using the illustration as
a guide, familiarize your-
self with the Shindaiwa
AH254 articulated hedge
trimmer and its various
components. Under-
standing your machine
helps ensure top perfor-
mance, longer service
life, and safer operation.
Hand guard
Hand grip
Outer
Tube
Hedge Trimmer Cutter
Assembly
Cutter Assembly
Adjustment Lever Cutter
Blade
Cover
Fuel Tank
Throttle
assembly
Recoil
starter
Gearcase
Hedge Trimmer
Cutter Assembly
Cutter Bar and
Cutter Blades
Latch
Lock
Latch Release
Air Filter
Assembly
Powerhead Assembly
Spark Plug
Fuel
Tank
Ignition Throttle
interlock
Fuel Tank
Guard
Throttle Trigger
Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip
soles to provide good footing.
Steel-toed safety boots are
recommended. Never operate
machine bare-footed.
Keep bystanders at least
15 meters away from the
operating trimmer to reduce
the risk of being struck by
falling objects or thrown
debris.
Always operate with both hands
firmly gripping the machine.
Always wear a hard hat
to reduce the risk of head
injuries during operation of
this machine.
Always wear eye and hearing protection.
Shindaiwa recommends wearing a
face shield as additional face and eye
protection.
Keep a proper footing
and do not overreach—
maintain your balance
at all times during
operation.
This machine is designed
for trimming hedges. Do
not use this machine for
other purposes.
NEVER allow children to
use the unit. Avoid operating
near bystanders or when
children are nearby.
ALWAYS wear close-fitting
clothing. Gloves offer added
proctection and are strongly
recommended. Do not wear
clothing or jewelry that could
get caught in machinery.
ALWAYS protect
yourself from hazards
such as thorny brush
and flying debris by
wearing gloves and
close fitting clothing
that covers arms and
legs. Never wear
shorts. Don't wear loose
clothing or items such
as jewelry that could
get caught in machinery
or underbrush. Secure
long hair so it is above
shoulder level.
ALWAYS clear your work area
of trash or hidden debris that
could be thrown back at you or
toward a bystander.
ALWAYS be aware of
your surroundings and
alert to any danger that
you may not hear due to
machine noise.