Shindaiwa T2510 - Manual (Page 3)

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WARNING!
Never operate
power equipment of any
kind if you are tired or if you are
under the influence of alcohol, drugs,
medication or any other substance that
could affect your ability or judgement.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
ALWAYS wear eye protection to shield
against thrown objects.
NEVER run the engine when transporting
the unit.
NEVER run the engine indoors! Make sure
there is always good ventilation. Fumes from
engine exhaust can cause serious injury or
death.
ALWAYS clear your work area of trash or
hidden debris that could be thrown back at
you or toward a bystander.
ALWAYS use the proper cutting tool for the
job.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately if it
suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.
Safety Instructions
The Properly Equipped Operator
Always operate with both hands
firmly gripping the unit.
Wear close-fitting
clothing to protect legs and arms. Gloves offer added
protection and are strongly recommended. Do not
wear clothing or jewelry that could get caught in
machinery or underbrush.Secure hair so it is
above shoulder level. NEVER wear shorts!
Wear hearing protection devices and a
broad-brimmed hat or helmet.
Always wear eye protection such as
goggles or safety glasses.
Keep away from the rotating trimmer line or
blade at all times, and never lift a moving
attachment above waist-high.
Wear appropriate footwear (non-skid boots or shoes):
do not wear open-toed shoes or sandals. Never
operate the unit while barefoot!
Keep a proper footing and do
not overreach
—maintain your
balance at all times during
operation.
Always make sure
the appropriate cutting
attachment shield is
correctly installed and in
good condition.
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Work Safely
Shindaiwa trimmers 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.
WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
NEVER smoke or light fires near
the engine.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to
cool before refueling. Avoid overfilling and
wipe off any fuel that may have spilled.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel leaks
before each use. During each refill, check
that no fuel leaks from around the fuel cap
and/or fuel tank. If fuel leaks are evident,
stop using the unit immediately.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Do not
use attachments not approved by
Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from
this product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Inspect for broken, missing or improperly
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 vegetation,
mud, etc.
ALWAYS hold the unit firmly with both
hands when cutting or trimming, and
maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug wire
before performing any maintenance work.
ALWAYS, if a saw blade should bind fast in
a cut, shut off the engine immediately. Push
the branch or tree to ease the bind and free
the blade.
Fuel leaks must be repaired before using
the unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place well
away from a fuel storage area or other
readily flammable materials before starting
the engine.
NEVER place flammable material close to
the engine muffler.
NEVER operate the engine without the
spark arrester screen in place.