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WARNING!
Never make unauthorized attachment
installations. Do not use attachments
not approved by Shindaiwa for use on
this unit.
Work Safely
Trimmers and brushcutters operate at very
high speeds and can do serious damage or
injury if they are misused or abused.
Never al-
low a person without training or instruction
to operate your unit!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
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 judgment.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT�
IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR�
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF�
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR�
MEDICATION.�
General Safety Instructions
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
 ALWAYS wear eye protection to
shield against thrown objects.
 NEVER operate the engine when
transporting the unit.
 NEVER operate the engine indoors!
Make sure there is always good ven
-
tilation. 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 unit immediately
if it suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake. 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 trim-
ming, 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 blade should bind fast
in a cut, shut off the engine imme
-
diately. Push the branch or tree to
ease the bind and free the blade.
The Properly Equipped Operator
Figure 1
Always wear a shoulder strap
or a harness when operating
a unit equipped with a blade.
Wear appropriate footwear
(non-skid boots or shoes): do not
wear open-toed shoes or sandals.
Never work barefooted!
Wear hearing protection devices and a
broad-brimmed hat or helmet.
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. NEVER
wear shorts!
Always wear eye
protection such as goggles or
safety glasses.
Always operate with both
hands firmly gripping the
unit.
When operating with a blade,
make sure the handle is positioned to
provide you with maximum protection
from contacting the blade.
Keep away from the rotating
trimming line or blade at all
times, and never lift a moving
attachment above waist-high.
Keep a proper
footing and do not
overreach—main-
tain your balance
at all times during
operation.
Always make sure
the appropriate cutting
attachment shield is
correctly installed.
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. 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.
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