General Safety Instructions; Stay Alert - Shindaiwa M242/EVC Manual Del Operador

General Safety Instructions

Work Safely
Attachments for this M242 Multipurpose Tool
Carrier operate at very high speeds and can
do serious damage or injury if they are mis-
used or abused. Never allow a person without
training or instruction to operate your unit!
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized at-
tachment installations.

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
engine.
ALWAYS stop the engine and allow
it to cool before refueling. Avoid over-
filling 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.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
ALWAYS wear eye protection to
shield against thrown objects.
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 ma-
chinery or underbrush. Secure long
hair so it is above shoulder level.
DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT
NEVER run the engine when trans-
IF YOU ARE TIRED, ILL OR
UNDER THE INFLUENCE OF
porting the unit.
ALCOHOL, DRUGS, OR
MEDICATION.
NEVER operate the engine indoors!
Make sure there is always good ven-
tilation. Fumes from engine exhaust
can cause serious injury or death.
ALWAYS clear your work area of
trash or hidden debris that could
be thrown back at you or toward a
bystander.
ALWAYS use the proper cutting
tool for the job.
ALWAYS stop the unit immediately
if it suddenly begins to vibrate or
shake. Inspect for broken, missing or
improperly installed parts or attach-
ments.
ALWAYS keep the unit as clean
as practical. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
ALWAYS hold the unit firmly with
both hands when cutting or trimming,
and maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any
maintenance work.
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