Shindaiwa AHS242ef - Manual (Page 5)

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IMPORTANT!
Caution, Danger, Warning, and Operation
Information Labels: Make sure all informa-
tion labels are undamaged and readable.
Immediately replace damaged or missing
information labels. New labels are available
from your local authorized Shindaiwa dealer.
Safety Equipment and Labels
Cutter Blade
Cover
Handle
Shaft Safety Label
Throttle Interlock
Stop
Switch
WARNING!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit is equipped
with a spark arrestor and a spark arrestor may be required. The operator should contact local fire agencies for
laws or regulations relating to fire prevention requirements.
Safety (continued)
CAUTION!
Always maintain the articu-
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lated hedge trimmer according
to this owner’s manual and fol-
low the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Never modify or disable any of the
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hedge trimmer’s safety devices.
Doing so may cause damage and
lead to personal injury.
Always use genuine Shindaiwa
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parts and accessories when repair-
ing or maintaining this machine.
Do not make unauthorized modi-
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fications to the articulated hedge
trimmer or its components.
Keep the cutters sharp and prop-
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erly adjusted.
Never allow the engine to run at
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high speed without a load. Doing
so could damage the engine.
When transporting the hedge
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trimmer in a vehicle, tie it down
securely to prevent fuel spillage or
damage to the machine.
Always stop the engine and allow
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it to cool before refueling. Avoid
overfilling and wipe off any fuel
that may have spilled.
Never place flammable material
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close to the engine muffler and
never run the engine without the
spark arrestor screen in place.
Always clear your work area of
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trash or hidden debris to help
ensure good footing.
Keep the articulated hedge trim-
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mer as clean as possible. Keep it
free of loose vegetation, mud, etc.