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Operation
WARNING!
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away from
all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop
before removing obstructions, clearing debris, or servicing unit.
WARNING!
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause uncon-
sciousness, serious injury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed
away from your face and body.
WARNING!
Operation of this equipment may create sparks that can start fires. This unit is equipped with a spark arrestor
to prevent discharge of hot particles from the engine. Metal blade use also can create sparks if the blade strikes rocks,
metal, or other hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.
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Squeezing the throttle increases engine speed, causing the clutch to engage and operate the cutters.
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Releasing the throttle decreases engine speed, causing the cutters to slow, and then stop altogether as the clutch
disengages.
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Use a sweeping motion when cutting, and vary throttle settings often.
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Avoid cutting material larger than .5 in (1.3 cm) in diameter.
Starting a Flooded Engine
Starting A Flooded Engine
1. Slide the ignition switch to the "I" (ON) position.
2. Open the choke, put the throttle lever in the full throttle position, then clear excess fuel from the combustion chamber by
cranking the engine several times.
3. If the engine still fails to start or fire, refer to the troubleshooting flow chart at the end of this manual.
Stopping the Engine
1. Cool the engine by allowing it to idle for 2–3 minutes.
2. Move the ignition switch to the "O" or STOP position. See Figure 8.
WARNING!
If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP
position,close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your
Shindaiwa dealer repair stop switch before using hedge trimmer again.
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Ignition OFF
Ignition
Switch
Figure 8
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