General safety instructions, The properly equipped operator – Shindaiwa LE261 User Manual
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WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
ALWAYS wear eye protection to shield
against thrown objects.
NEVER run the engine when transport-
ing the unit.
NEVER run the engine indoors! Make
sure there is always good ventilation.
Fumes from engine exhaust can cause
serious injury or death.
ALWAYS clear your work area of trash
or hidden debris that could be thrown
back at you or toward a bystander.
ALWAYS stop the machine immedi-
ately if it suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake. Inspect for broken, missing or
improperly installed parts or attach-
ments.
ALWAYS keep the unit as clean as
practical. Keep it free of loose vegeta-
tion, mud, etc.
ALWAYS hold the unit firmly with both
hands when cutting or trimming, and
maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any mainte-
nance work.
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
General Safety Instructions
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
The Properly Equipped Operator
AlwAys operate with
both hands firmly gripping
the unit.
Wear close-fitting clothing to
protect legs and arms. Gloves
offer added protection and are
strongly recommended. Do
not wear clothing or jewelry
that could get caught in
machinery or
underbrush.
Secure hair so it is
above shoulder
level.
NEVER
wear shorts!
Wear hearing protection devices
and a broad-brimmed hat or
helmet.
AlwAys wear eye protection such
as goggles or safety glasses.
Keep away from the rotating
cutting attachment at all times,
and never lift a moving
attachment above waist-high.
Wear appropriate footwear (non-skid
boots or shoes): do not wear open-toed
shoes or sandals.
NEVER operate the
unit while barefoot!
Keep a proper
footing and
do not
overreach.
Maintain your
balance at all times
during operation.
AlwAys make
sure the appropriate
cutting attachment
shield is correctly
installed and in good
condition.
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