Shindaiwa HT231 User Manual
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HOT SURFACE
Cover
ON-OFF Switch
Throttle
Interlock
Protector
CAUTION
READ AND
FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE
OPERATORS
MANUAL.
WEAR EYE
AND HEARING
PROTECTION
AT ALL TIMES
DURING
OPERATION.
THE BLADES
ARE SHARP!
HANDLE WITH
CARE.
KEEPS HANDS
CLEAR OF
CUTTER
BLADES WHEN
STARING THE
ENGINE.
IMPORTANT!
Caution, Danger, Warning, and Operation Information Labels: Make
sure all information labels are undamaged and readable. Immediately
replace damaged or missing information labels. New labels are avail-
able from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
Safety devices and labels
WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
NEVER transport the unit or leave it
unattended with the engine running.
An engine that’s running could be acci-
dently accelerated causing the blades
to move.
Make sure that the blade cover is in
place when transporting or storing the
hedge trimmer.
ALWAYS make sure that the cutter
attachment and all handles and guards
are properly installed and firmly tight-
ened before operation.
Inspect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
NEVER use a cracked or warped cutter
or cutter bar: replace it with a service-
able one and make sure it fits properly.
Make sure there are no missing or
loose fasteners, and that the stop
switch and throttle controls are working
properly.
Make sure there is always good ventila-
tion when operating the hedge trimmer.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause
serious injury or death. NEVER run the
engine indoors!
NEVER smoke or light fires near the hedge
trimmer. Keep the unit away from excessive
heat. Engine fuel is very flammable and
fire could lead to serious personal injury or
property damage.
Do not operate this machine with the muf-
fler removed.
NEVER attempt cutter adjustment with the
engine running!
Before starting the engine, make sure the
cutter is not contacting anything.
ALWAYS confirm safe operation when
using the machine.
Immediately stop the engine with the stop
switch if the machine suddenly begins to
vibrate or shake.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately and
check for damage if you strike a foreign object
or if the machine becomes tangled. Do not oper-
ate with broken or damaged equipment.
When cutting a branch that is under ten-
sion, be alert for spring-back so that you will
not be struck by the moving branch.
If a cutter should bind fast in a
cut, shut off the engine immedi-
ately. Push the branch or tree to
ease the bind and free the cutter.
ALWAYS stop the engine and
allow it to cool before refuelling.
Avoid overfilling and wipe off
any fuel that may have spilled.
To reduce fire hazard, keep
the engine and muffler free of
debris, leaves, or excessive
grease.
KEEP A SOLID STANCE
Maintain footing and balance
at all times. Do not stand on
slippery, uneven or unstable
surfaces. Do not work in odd
positions or on ladders. Do not
over reach.