Operator`s manual
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Contents
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Introduction .......................................2
Attention Statements ........................2
International Symbols .......................2
Safety ...............................................3
Operating Precautions .....................3
Operating the Multipurpose
Articulated Hedge Trimmer ...............4
Safety Labels ....................................4
Product Description ..........................5
Specications ...................................5
Assembly ..........................................6
Operation ..........................................9
Maintenance ...................................10
Cutter Blade Adjustment ................. 11
Troubleshooting Guide ...................12
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Introduction
The Shindaiwa Multipurpose
Articulated Hedge Trimmer Tool is
designed and built to deliver superior
performance and reliability without
compromise to quality, comfort, safety
or durability.
As an owner/operator, you’ll soon
discover for yourself why Shindaiwa is
simply in a class by itself!
IMPORTANT!
The operational procedures described in this manual are intended to help you get the most from this 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
Shindaiwa hand held power equipment, or if you do not understand something in this manual, contact your local Shindaiwa
dealer for assistance. You may also contact Shindaiwa at the address printed on the back of this Manual.
ECHO, Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior
notice, and without obligation to make
alterations to units previously manu-
factured.
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these
instructions describes units available at
the time of publication.
While every attempt has been made
to provide the latest information about
your Shindaiwa product, there may be
some differences between your attach-
ment and what is described here.
Throughout this manual are special “at-
tention statements”.
Attention Statements
WARNING!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word “WARNING” contains infor-
mation 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 pre-
vent mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses
special signicance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word “NOTE”
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
DANGER!
A statement preceded by
the triangular attention symbol and
the word “DANGER” contains infor-
mation that should be acted upon
to prevent serious injury or death.
International Symbols
Read and follow this manual, make sure
anyone using the trimmer does likewise.
Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury or machine failure. Keep
this manual for future reference.
Always wear a hard hat to reduce the risk
of head injuries during operation of this
machine.
In addition, always wear eye and hearing
protection. Shindaiwa recommends wearing
a face shield as additional face and eye
protection.
Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves.
This product conducts electricity. Keep
the product and/or operator a minimum
distance of 15 feet (4.5 meters) away from
electrical sources and power lines.
Keep bystanders at least 50 feet (15 me-
ters) away from the operating trimmer to
reduce the risk of being struck by falling
objects or thrown debris.
Never operate this tool or any other
power equipment if you are tired, ill, or
under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or
any substance that could affect your abil-
ity or judgement.
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
IMPORTANT!
Be aware of the danger of falling
debris.