Shindaiwa 270 Serie Manual Del Propietário página 3

General Safety Instructions The Properly Equipped Operator
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
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.
WARNING!
MINIMIzE THE RISk Of fIRE!
NEVER smoke or light fires near the
trimmer or brushcutter.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow it
to cool before refueling. Avoid overfill-
ing and wipe off any fuel that may have
spilled.
ALWAYS inspect the unit for fuel
leaks before each use. During each
refill, check that no fuel leaks from
around the fuel cap and/or fuel tank. If
fuel leaks are evident, stop using the
unit immediately. Fuel leaks must be
repaired before using the unit.
ALWAYS move the unit to a place well
away from a fuel storage area or other
readily flammable materials before
starting the engine.
NEVER place flammable material
close to the engine muffler.
NEVER operate the engine without the
spark arrester screen in place.
Wear hearing protection devices and a broad-
brimmed hat or helmet.
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. NEVER wear
shorts!
Keep a proper footing
and do not overreach—
maintain your balance
at all times during
operation.
Wear appropriate footwear (non-skid boots
or shoes): do not wear open-toed shoes or
sandals. Never work barefooted!
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Always wear eye protection such
as goggles or safety glasses.
Always wear a harness when
operating a unit equipped with
a blade.
Always operate with both
hands firmly gripping the
machine.
When operating with a blade, make
sure the handle is positioned to
provide you with maximum protection
from contacting the blade.
Keep away from the rotating
trimming line or blade at all times,
and never lift a moving attachment
above waist-high.
Always make sure the appropriate
cutting attachment shield is correctly
installed.
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