Shindaiwa 68006-94310 - Manual (Page 5)

5
Safety Precautions (continued)
WARNING!
Kickback

Kickback may force the cut-off
wheel up and back toward the
operator lightning-fast.

Kickback can occur whenever
the upper half of the cut-off
wheel touches an object. Never
cut an object using the upper
half of the cut-off wheel.
EC7500.14
EC7500.17
Figure 2. Always be aware of, and pre-
pared for, kickback.
Figure 3. Always operate
below chest level.
Operation

The unit must be held firmly with
both hands, one hand on the
rear handle, the other on the
front handle. Never hold onto
any other part of the unit.

Never impact or apply pressure to
the sides of the cut-off wheel for
any reason.

Maintain firm and stable footing
during operation. Do not over-
reach.

When working in a group,
make sure operators are least
10 meters away from each other.

If you drop the unit or strike it
against a hard surface, stop the
engine immediately and inspect
for damage. If you discover dam-
age, have it repaired before you
return the unit to service.

Check the fuel filler cap regularly
during operation to make sure it
remains securely tightened.

This unit must be operated
below chest level. Operating
above chest level may result in
serious injury.

When cutting vertically, the unit
should be positioned horizon-
tally or with the wheel side tilted
slightly down. When cutting
horizontally, the recoil starter-
side should face up.