Introduction
The Shindaiwa Pole Pruner Attachment 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!
While every attempt has been made to provide the latest information about your Shindaiwa product, there may be some differences between your attach- ment and what is described here.
ECHO, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to products without prior notice, and without obligation to make alterations to units previously manu- factured.
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these instructions describes components available at the time of publication.
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Introduction | 2 | Specifications | 5 | Maintenance | 15 |
Attention Statements | 2 | Assembly | 6 | Sharpening the Chain | 16 |
Safety | 2 | Filling the Chain Oiler Reservoir | 12 | Troubleshooting Guide | 17 |
Product Description | 5 | Using the Pole Pruner | 14 |
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IMPORTANT!
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 your local Shindaiwa dealer for assistance. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.
Attention Statements
Throughout this manual are special “at- tention 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 infor- mation that should be acted upon to prevent serious bodily injury.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word “IMPORTANT” is one that possesses special significance.
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 “NOTE” contains information that is handy to know and may make your job easier.
International Symbols
Read and follow this manual, make sure anyone using the trimmer does likewise. Failure to do so could result in serious personal injury or machine failure. Keep this manual for future reference.
Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of head injuries during operation of this machine.
In addition, always wear eye and hearing protection. Shindaiwa recommends wearing a face shield as additional face and eye protection.
Wear heavy duty,
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.
This product conducts electricity. Keep the product and/or operator a minimum distance of 15 feet (4.5 meters) away from electrical sources and power lines.
Keep bystanders at least 50 feet (15 me- ters) away from the operating trimmer to reduce the risk of being struck by falling objects or thrown debris.
Be aware of the danger of falling
debris.
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