Introduction

The Shindaiwa Multipurpose Tiller/Cultivator Tool is designed and built to deliver superior performance and reliability without compromise to quality, comfort, safety or durability. As an owner/operator, you’ll soon discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is simply in a class by itself!

IMPORTANT!

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

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

Contents

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General Safety Instructions.....................................

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Assembly...................................................................

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Safety Labels.............................................................

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Operating...................................................................

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Operating Precautions..............................................

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Maintenance..............................................................

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Product Description..................................................

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Troubleshooting Guide...........................................

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Specifications............................................................

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Warranty Statements...............................................

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IMPORTANT!

The procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from your 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 power tool, 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”.

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.

CAUTION!

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

IMPORTANT!

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

NOTE:

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

Safety and Operation Information Labels

Read and follow this manual,

Always wear a hard hat to reduce

make sure anyone using the unit

the risk of head injuries during

does likewise. Failure to do so

operation of this machine. In addi-

tion, always wear eye and hearing

could result in serious personal

protection. Shindaiwa recommends

injury or machine failure. Keep

wearing a face shield as additional

this manual for future reference.

face and eye protection.

 

Beware of thrown objects. Keep bystanders at least 15 M (50 feet) away during operation.

Never operate this tool or any other power equipment if you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or any substance that could affect your ability or judgement.

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