Shindaiwa Articulated Hedge AHS254 - Manual (Page 14)

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This machine is designed especially for
trimming hedges.
Never use this machine for any other
purposes. Never try to cut stones, met-
als, plastics or any other hard objects.
Using this Articulated Hedgetrim-
mer for other purposes than trimming
hedges may damage the machine or
cause serious injury.
Before trimming:
■
Wear suitable protective clothing and
equipment. See the Safty section for
information.
■
Choose the best working position
for safety against the falling objects
(branches, etc.).
■
Start the engine.
■
Rest when you feel fatigued.
■
Never stand directly underneath the
branch you are cutting. Be aware of
falling branches. Note that a branch
may spring back at you after it hits
the ground.
Operation
wARnInG!
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from
all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
wARnInG!
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause uncon-
sciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed
away from your face and body.
wARnInG!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor
to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks,
metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.
NEVER operate the unit with protec-
tive devices removed!
Use only authorized Shindaiwa parts and
accessories with your Shindaiwa hedge
trimmer. Do not make modifications to
this unit without written approval from
Shindaiwa.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment is properly installed and firmly
tightened before operation.
Checking Unit Condition NEVER use a cracked or warped cut-
ting attachment: replace it with a ser-
viceable one.
ALWAYS make sure the cutting attach-
ment fits properly into the appropriate
attachment holder. If a properly installed
attachment vibrates, replace the attach-
ment with new one and re-check.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken or
damaged equipment.
NEVER allow the engine to run at high
RPM without a load. Doing so could
damage the engine.
NEVER operate a unit with worn or
damaged fasteners or attachment
holders.
wARnInG!
A cutting attachment shield
or other protective device is no
guarantee of protection against rico-
chet. YOU MUST ALWAYS GUARD
AGAINST FLYING DEBRIS!
Idle the engine briefly before stopping
(about 2 minutes), then slide the igni-
tion switch to the “O” (Engine OFF)
position.
Stopping the Engine
Slide ignition to OFF
OFF