Shindaiwa HT231 Manual Del Propietario - Operador página 4

Safety (continued)
Operating the Hedge Trimmer
ALWAYS protect yourself from hazards such
arms and legs. Never wear shorts. Don't wear
loose clothing or items such as jewelry that
could get caught in machinery or underbrush.
Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level.
ALWAYS wear eye, ear, and
hand protection while operating
this unit!
ALWAYS stop the engine
before removing branches or
debris from the cutters! Never
allow the cutters to contact
buildings or other hard objects!
ALWAYS stop the engine and install
the blade cover before moving to
footing while operating or carrying the
trimmer.
NEVER cut metal objects
or wire with the blade.
USE EXTREME CAUTION
when operating near fences
or electric wiring.
Always maintain this unit according
to this owner's manual and follow the
recommended scheduled maintenance.
Never modify or disable any of the unit's
safety devices.
Always use genuine Shindaiwa parts
and accessories when repairing or
maintaining this machine.
to the unit.
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NEVER allow children to use
the unit. Avoid operating near
bystanders.
ALWAYS keep proper footing and do not
overreach. Maintain your balance at all
times during operation.
CAUTION
Never allow the engine to run at high
RPM without a load. Doing so could
damage the engine.
When transporting the unit in a vehicle,
tie it down securely to prevent fuel spill-
age or damage to the machine.
Always stop the engine and allow it to
and wipe off any fuel that may have
spilled.
ALWAYS operate with both
NEVER operate this unit if the
safety guard has been removed or
damaged!
AVOID using or storing this unit in a wet
environment. Water on the cutters may
enter the gearcase and damage your unit.
AVOID cutting large or extremely
"woody" branches. Doing so can shorten
cutter life, and may also damage the
gearcase.
engine without the spark arrestor screen
in place.
Keep the cutters sharp and properly
adjusted.
Keep theunit as clean as possible. Keep
it free of loose vegetation, mud, etc.