Shindaiwa T10911001001 User Manual

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This machine operates at very high 

speeds and has the potential to do 

serious damage if misused, abused or 

mishandled. To reduce the risk of injury, 

you must maintain control at all times, 

and observe all safety precautions dur-

ing operation. Never permit a person 

without training or instruction to operate 

this machine!

You must be physically and mentally fit to 

operate this unit safely. 

waRninG!
Never make unauthorized 

attachment installations. 

waRninG!
Never operate power 

equipment of any kind if you 

are tired or if you are under the 

influence of alcohol, drugs, medi-

cation or any other substance 

that could affect your ability or 

judgement.

STOP engine before refueling.

 

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ALWAYS allow the engine to cool 

 

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before refueling!
Wipe all spilled fuel and move the 

 

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engine at least 10 feet (3 meters) 

from the fueling point and source 

before restarting!

NEVER start or operate this unit if 

 

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there is a fuel leak.
NEVER start or operate this unit if 

 

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the carburetor, fuel lines, fuel tank 

and/or fuel tank cap are damaged.
NEVER smoke or light any fires 

 

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near the engine or fuel source!

NEVER place any flammable ma-

 

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terial near the engine muffler!
NEVER operate the engine with-

 

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out the muffler and spark arrester 

in good working condition.

Be careful when operating on a 

 

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slope or on slippery terrain, espe-

cially during rainy weather.
Never operate this machine around 

 

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buried electrical cables!
Do not

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 operate the tiller/cultivator 

in standing water.

If the tines jam, switch the engine 

 

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OFF, disconnect the spark plug 

lead, and inspect the tines, axles 

and gearcase for damage.
Never operate the tiller/cultivator 

 

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around vines or roots  that could 

tangle in the tines and cause loss 

of control. 

Maintain a shallow working angle 

 

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and avoid steep angles of opera-

tion. A steep working angle risks 

loss of control of the machine. 
Transport the machine with the 

 

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engine OFF.