Introduction
The Shindaiwa Series has been
designed and built to deliver superior
performance and reliability without
compromise to quality, comfort, safety or
durability.
Shindaiwa engines represent the
leading edge of high-performance engine
technology, delivering exceptionally high
power with remarkably low displacement
and weight. As an owner/operator, you'll
soon discover for yourself why Shindaiwa
is simply in a class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in this
owner's/operator's manual describes
Series Trimmers available at the time of
publication.
Shindaiwa Inc. reserves the right to
make changes to products without
prior notice, and without obligation to
make alterations to units previously
manufactured.
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
Contents
Safety Information ................................
Engine Fuel........................................... 8
Attention Statements
Throughout this manual are special
"attention statements".
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word "WARNING" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
"CAUTION" contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
"IMPORTANT" is one that possesses
special significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word
"NOTE" contains information that is handy
to know and may make your
job easier.
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IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described
in this manual are intended to help you
get the most from your unit as well as
to protect you and others from harm.
These procedures are guidelines for safe
operation under most conditions, and are
not intended to replace any safety rules
and/or laws that may be in force in your
area. If you have questions regarding
your Series power tool, or if you do
not understand something in this manual,
your Shindaiwa dealer will be glad to assist
you. You may also contact Shindaiwa, Inc.
at the address printed on the back of this
Manual.
General Safety Instructions
Work Safely
Shindaiwa trimmers operate at very high
speeds and can do serious damage or
injury if they are misused or abused.
Never allow a person without training or
instruction to operate your 22 Trimmer!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
Read and follow this
operators manual.
Failure to do so could
result in serious injury.
Wear eye and hearing
protection at all times
during the operation
of this unit.
Keep bystanders
at least 50 feet (15 m)
away during operation.
Beware of thrown or
ricocheted objects.
Do not operate this
machine with a blade.
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations. Do not
use attachments not approved by
Shindaiwa for use on this unit.
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
engine.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling. Avoid
overfilling 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 run the engine without the
spark arrester screen in place.
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