Shindaiwa PowerBroom PS344 - Manual (Page 3)

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iMPORTanT!
Safety and Operation Information Labels: Make sure
all information labels are undamaged and readable.
Immediately replace damaged or missing informa-
tion labels. New labels are available from your local
authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
Safety Labels
READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
WEAR HEARING AND ANSI Z87.1
APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
BEWARE OF THROWN DIRT AND DEBRIS.
MAINTAIN A
SHALLOW WORKING
ANGLE…
DO NOT USE ON UNGUARDED
ELEVATED SURFACES.
…AVOID MOVING TOWARD
VERTICAL.
80267 Shindaiwa Inc.
This label indicates the minimum distance between
front handle and rear grip per ANSI B175.3.
A PowerBroom operates at very high
speeds and has the potential to do serious
damage if misused, abused or mishan-
dled. 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.
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
judgement.
Work Safely
WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
Sweeper belts may move when
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starting engine. Place sweeper
belts on a smooth level surface
when starting.
Always make sure the Power-
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Broom attachment is properly
installed and firmly tightened
before operation.
Always wear eye protection to
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shield against thrown objects.
Never modify or disable any of the
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unit’s safety devices.
Do not make unauthorized modifi-
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cations to this unit.
Make sure there are no missing or
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loose fasteners, and that the igni-
tion switch and throttle controls
are working properly.
Do not operate the unit with the
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muffler removed.
NEVER operate this unit indoors.
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Operate this unit only in a well ven-
tilated area. Be aware of carbon
monoxide poisoning. Exhaust gases
and lubrication oil mist can cause
serious injury or death.
Always hold the machine firmly with
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both hands when sweeping, and
maintain control at all times.
Always stop the engine immediately
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and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken
or damaged equipment.
Always clear your work area of trash
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or hidden debris to help ensure
good footing.
Always use genuine Shindaiwa
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parts and accessories when repair-
ing or maintaining this unit.
Stop the unit immediately if it
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suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake. Inspect for broken, miss-
ing or improperly installed parts or
attachments.
Never transport the unit nor set
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it down with the engine running.
An engine that’s running could be
accidentally accelerated causing
the drum assemblies to rotate.
Always disconnect the spark plug
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wire before performing any main-
tenance work.
Always maintain this unit accord-
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ing to this owner’s manual and fol-
low the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Keep a Solid Stance. Maintain
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footing and balance at all times.
Do not stand on slippery, uneven
or unstable surfaces. Do not work
in odd positions or on ladders. Do
not over reach.
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