Shindaiwa M254 manual Introduction, Contents, Attention Statements, Operational and warning labels

Introduction

The Shindaiwa H4 series of hand-held power equipmentis designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to quality, comfort, safety or durability.

Shindaiwa engines represent the leading edge of high-performance engine technology, delivering exceptionally high power with remarkably low displacement and weight. As an owner/operator, you’ll soon discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself!

ECHO, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to products without prior notice, and without obligation to make alterations to units previously manufactured.

IMPORTANT!

The information contained in these instructions describes units available at the time of publication.

WARNING!

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Contents	PAGE
Safety	3
Product Description	4
Specifications	5
Emission Control	5
Assembly and adjustments	6

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Mixing fuel	8
Filling the fuel tank	9
Starting the Engine	10
Stopping the Engine	11
Operation	11
IMPORTANT!

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Maintenance	12
Long Term Storage	17
Troubleshooting Guide	18
Warranty Statement	21

The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this unit as well as to protect you and others from harm. These procedures are guidelines for safe operation under most conditions, and are not intended to replace any safety rules and/or laws that may be in force in your area. If you have questions regarding your Shindaiwa hand held power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.

Attention Statements

Throughout this manual are special “attention statements”.

DANGER!

A statement preceded by the triangular attention symbol and the word “DANGER” contains infor- mation that should be acted upon to prevent serious injury or death.

WARNING!

A statement preceded by the triangular attention symbol and the word “WARNING” contains information that should be acted upon to prevent serious bodily injury.

IMPORTANT!

CAUTION!

A statement preceded by the word “CAUTION” contains information that should be acted upon to pre- vent mechanical damage.

NOTE:

A statement preceded by the word “IMPORTANT” is one that possesses special significance.

A statement preceded by the word “NOTE” contains information that is handy to know and may make your job easier.

Operational and warning labels

Attachments for this unit 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!

Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves.

Safety tip shoes or boots with non-slip sole should be worn.

The blades / cutting attachments are SHARP! Handle with care.

Be aware of the danger of falling debris.

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