Safety (continued)
Safety Labels
Operator Safety
Always wear a hard hat
to reduce the risk of head
injuries during operation of
this machine.
ALWAYS protect
yourself from hazards
such as thorny brush
and flying debris by
wearing gloves and
close fitting clothing
that covers 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 be aware of your
surroundings and alert to any
danger that you may not hear due
to machine noise.
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This machine is designed
for trimming hedges. Do
not use this machine for
Always wear eye and hearing
protection. Shindaiwa
recommends wearing a face
shield as additional face and
eye protection.
Always operate
with both hands
firmly gripping the
machine.
Keep a proper footing
and do not overreach—
maintain your balance
at all times during
operation.
Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip soles to
provide good footing. Steel-toed safety boots
are recommended. Never operate machine
bare-footed.
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.
other purposes.
IMPORTANT!
ALWAYS clear your work area
of trash or hidden debris that
could be thrown back at you or
toward a bystander.
NEVER allow children to
use the unit. Avoid operating
near bystanders or when
children are nearby.
Keep bystanders at least
15 meters away from the
operating trimmer to reduce
the risk of being struck by
falling objects or thrown
debris.
ALWAYS wear close-fitting
clothing. Gloves offer added
proctection and are strongly
recommended. Do not wear
clothing or jewelry that could
get caught in machinery.