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CAUTION READ AND
FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE
OPERATORS
MANUAL.
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AND HEARING
PROTECTION
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NEVER transport the unit or leave it
unattended with the engine running. An
engine that’s running could be accidently
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
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before operation.
Inspect for broken, missing or improperly
installed parts or attachments.
NEVER use a cracked or warped cutter
or cutter bar: replace it with a serviceable
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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!
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hedge trimmer. Keep the unit away
from excessive heat. Engine fuel is very
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personal injury or property damage.
Do not operate this machine with the
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NEVER attempt cutter adjustment with
the engine running!
Before starting the engine, make sure the
cutter is not contacting anything.
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using the machine, especially when
operating on steps or a ladder.
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
operate 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 immediately. Push the branch or
tree to ease the bind and free the cutter.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it to
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wipe off any fuel that may have spilled.
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excessive grease.
A hedge trimmer has the potential to
cause serious personal injury to the opera-
tor or bystanders if misused, abused or
mishandled. To reduce the risk of injury,
you must maintain control at all times,
and observe all safety precautions during
operation. Never permit a person without
training or instruction to operate this
machine!

Stay Alert

You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
Safety
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Always use
genuine Shindaiwa parts and acces-
sories when repairing or maintaining
this unit.
WARNING!
Never operate
power equipment of any kind
if you are tired or if you are under the
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or any other substance that could affect
your ability or judgement.

Work Safely

WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
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 available
from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.

Safety devices and labels