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MCLT23003
CAUTION!
Always maintain this unit ■
according to this owner’s
manual and follow the
recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Never modify or disable any of ■
the unit’s safety devices.
Always use genuine ■
Shindaiwa parts and
accessories when repairing or
maintaining this unit.
Do not make unauthorized ■
modications to this unit.
Never allow the engine to run ■
at high RPM without a load.
Doing so could damage the
engine.
When transporting the unit in ■
a vehicle, tie it down securely
to prevent damage and fuel
spillage.
Always clear your work area ■
of trash or hidden debris to
help ensure good footing.
Keep the unit as clean as ■
possible. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
This Shindaiwa Cultivator Tool is ■
specically designed for use on the
Shindaiwa Multipurpose Tool Carrier.
Installation and/or use on any other
model, brand or type of power tool is
not approved by Shindaiwa. Attempts
to use on non-approved models can
damage the equipment and cause ac-
cidents, serious injury or death.
Cultivator tines belts may move ■
when starting engine. Place the
multipurpose tool on a smooth level
surface when starting.
Always make sure the cultivator at- ■
tachment is properly installed and
rmly tightened before operation.
Make sure there are no missing or ■
loose fasteners, and that the igni-
tion switch and throttle controls are
working properly.
Do not operate the unit with the muf- ■
er removed.
Operate this unit only in a well venti- ■
lated area. Be aware of carbon mon-
oxide poisoning. Exhaust gases and
lubrication oil mist can cause serious
injury or death.
Always hold the machine rmly with ■
both hands when tilling, and maintain
control at all times.
Always stop the engine immediately ■
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken
or damaged equipment.
Stop the unit immediately if it sud- ■
denly begins to vibrate or shake. In-
spect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
Never transport the unit nor set it ■
down with the engine running. An
engine that’s running could be acci-
dentally accelerated causing the tine
assemblies to rotate.
Always clear your work area of trash ■
or hidden debris that could be thrown
back at you or toward a bystander.
Always keep the handles clean. ■
Always disconnect the spark plug ■
wire before performing any mainte-
nance work.
Always wear eye protection to shield ■
against thrown objects.
Always protect yourself from haz- ■
ards such as thorny brush and ying
debris by wearing gloves and close
tting clothing that covers arms and
legs. Never wear shorts. Don’t wear
loose clothing or items such as jew-
elry that could get caught in machin-
ery or underbrush. Secure long hair
so it is above shoulder level.
The Properly Equipped Operator
Always operate with both hands
rmly gripping the unit.
Wear nonslip heavy-duty
work gloves to improve your
grip on the handle. Wear
snug-tting clothes that also
permit freedom of movement.
NEVER wear shorts!
Always wear appropriate
hearing protection.
Always wear eye and hearing
protection. Shindaiwa recommends
wearing a face shield as additional
face and eye protection.
Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip
soles to provide good footing. Steel-
toed safety boots are recommended.
Never operate unit bare-footed!
Keep a proper footing and do not
overreach—maintain your balance
at all times during operation.
Keep bystanders at least 15 meters away
from the unit while operating to reduce the
risk of being struck by thrown debris.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
Operating Precautions