SHINDAIWA 66005 (01) PDF DOCUMENT

Throughout the manual and on the SHINDAIWA 66005 itself, you will find safety alerts and messages preceded by symbols or key words. The meanings are as follows:

DANGER: The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “DANGER” calls attention to an act or condition which WILL lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.

WARNING: The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “WARNING” calls attention to an act or condition which CAN lead to serious personal injury or death if not avoided.

CAUTION: The safety alert symbol accompanied by the word “CAUTION” calls attention to an act or condition which may lead to minor or moderate personal injury if not avoided.

NOTICE: This message provides information necessary for the protection of the unit.

CIRCLE AND SLASH SYMBOL: This symbol means the specific action shown is prohibited. Ignoring these prohibitions can result in serious or fatal injury.

Users of the SHINDAIWA 66005 risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety precautions are not followed. Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good if you are tired or sick, if you are taking medication, or if you have taken alcohol or drugs. Operate the unit only if you are physically and mentally well.

Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating the SHINDAIWA 66005.

Eye Protection: Eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn. For additional safety, a full-face shield may be worn over safety glasses or goggles to provide protection from sharp branches or flying debris.

Hand Protection: Wear sturdy, no-slip, rubber work gloves to improve your grip, provide protection against cuts and scratches, and reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.

Hearing/Ear Protection: Hearing protection is recommended whenever the unit is used.

Breathing Protection: Operators sensitive to dust or airborne allergens may need to wear a dust mask.

Proper Clothing: Wear snug-fitting, durable clothing. Pants should have long legs, and shirts should have long sleeves. Do not wear shorts, ties, scarves, jewelry, or clothing with loose or hanging items. Keep clothing buttoned or zipped and shirt tails tucked in.

Footwear: Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid rubber soles. Do not wear open-toed shoes or operate the unit barefooted.

Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration from the SHINDAIWA 66005 may result in injury. It is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, which affects the fingers, may be brought about by exposure to vibration and cold, causing tingling, burning, loss of color, and numbness. To minimize the risk of painful wrist/hand/arm injuries, follow these precautions:

Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles, hands, and wrists.

Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking.

Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating hand-held power equipment is not required.

If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling of the fingers followed by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physician before further exposing yourself to cold and vibration.

Overusing the muscles and tendons of the fingers, hands, arms, and shoulders may cause soreness, swelling, numbness, weakness, and extreme pain. To reduce the risk of RSI/CTS when using the SHINDAIWA 66005, do the following:

Avoid using your wrist in a bent, extended, or twisted position. Try to maintain a straight wrist position. When grasping, use your whole hand, not just the thumb and index finger.

Take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands.

Reduce the speed and force with which you do the repetitive movement.

Do exercises to strengthen the hand and arm muscles.

Immediately stop using all power equipment and consult a doctor if you feel tingling, numbness, or pain in the fingers, hands, wrists, or arms.

Electrical Hazard: All overhead electrical conductors and communications wires can have electricity flow with high voltages. The SHINDAIWA 66005 is not insulated against electrical current. Never touch wires directly or indirectly, otherwise serious injury or death may result.

Exhaust Fumes: Do not operate this product indoors or in inadequately ventilated areas. Engine exhaust contains poisonous emissions and can cause serious injury or death.

General Operation: Spectators, fellow workers, children, and animals must be kept at least 15 m (50 ft.) away while the unit is in use. Always maintain a firm grip and solid footing. Do not overreach or work on unstable surfaces like ladders.

Hot Surfaces: The gear box assembly becomes hot during use. Avoid contact with it when using the unit or making adjustments. Keep the exhaust area clear of flammable debris.

The main components of the SHINDAIWA 66005 are:

1. Cutting Blades

2. Lower Drive Shaft Assembly

3. Flexible Drive Cable

4. Blade Adjustment Handle

5. Blade Cover

6. Shoulder Harness

To assemble the SHINDAIWA 66005 attachment to the power head shaft, follow these steps. Never perform assembly with the engine running.

1. Set the Power Head/Shaft Assembly on a level surface.

2. Pull the locater pin (A) out and turn it counter-clockwise ¼ turn to the lock-out position.

3. Remove the vinyl cap from the attachment drive shaft and any cardboard spacer, if present.

4. Carefully fit the attachment drive shaft assembly into the coupler (B) up to the decal assembly line (C). Make sure the inner lower drive shaft engages the square upper drive shaft socket. The lower bearing housing and head assembly must be in line with the engine.

5. Rotate the locater pin (A) ¼ turn clockwise to engage the lower shaft hole. Ensure the locater pin is fully engaged by twisting the lower drive shaft. The pin should snap flush in the coupler.

6. Secure the lower shaft assembly to the coupler by tightening the clamping knob (D).

1. Loosen the harness clamp screw (A) on the SHINDAIWA 66005 shaft.

2. Put the harness on and attach it to the harness clamp ring (B).

3. Adjust the harness for comfortable operation.

4. Tighten the harness clamp screw (A).

Hedge trimmer blades are very sharp. Avoid touching them whenever possible and always wear gloves to protect your hands.

1. Always grip the throttle handle with your right hand and the support handle with your left hand.

2. Hold the trimmer firmly and squeeze the throttle trigger to accelerate the engine.

3. Tilt the trimmer so the cutting teeth are angled slightly toward the hedge or shrub and proceed to cut.

Never remove your hands from the unit when the blades are moving. If the blades stop due to an obstruction, stop the engine, disconnect the ignition cable, and then remove the obstruction.

Always wear gloves when adjusting the cutting assembly, as the blades are sharp. Never adjust the cutting assembly with the engine running. Do not stand the hedge trimmer on its end when adjusting the cutting angle.

1. Place the SHINDAIWA 66005 on a flat surface with the blade guard (A) facing up. Ensure the stop switch is in the “STOP” position.

2. Grab the blade adjustment handle (B) and compress the blade lock levers (C) and (D) together.

3. Rotate the blade to the desired position.

4. Release the levers to lock the blade.

Be aware that the gear case assembly becomes HOT during use. Always grip the assembly at the blade-adjustment handle when making adjustments.

Always use the SHINDAIWA 66005 from the right-hand side of your body. Rotate the cutter assembly 180° on the drive shaft to avoid cutting directly above your head and to avoid contact with the hot muffler.

1. Loosen the gear case clamping screw (A) and remove the gear case locating screw (B).

2. Rotate the cutter assembly 180° on the drive shaft until the locating hole in the drive shaft is visible through the locating hole in the gear case.

3. Install the gear case locating screw (B) and securely tighten all hardware.

¹Apply lithium based grease.

IMPORTANT – Time intervals shown are maximum. Actual use and your experience will determine the frequency of required maintenance.

1. Brush loose debris from the blade and coat both sides with a 50-50 mixture of kerosene and 20W oil.

2. Allow the cleaning mixture to soften the remaining gummy residue, then wipe it from the blade.

3. Apply clean 20W Engine Oil to the entire length of the blade. Be certain the blade bolts are lubricated.

4. Wipe excess oil from the blade before putting the unit back in service.

Gear Case Lubrication (Every 15-25 hours):

1. Clean dirt from the grease fittings (A).

2. Using Lithium Base Grease, carefully pump 1-2 pumps of grease into fittings (A). Do not force grease, as too much pressure can damage seals.

3. Wipe any excess grease from around the grease fitting.

Drive Shaft Assembly Lubrication (Every 25 hours):

1. Carefully remove the locating screw (A) and loosen the clamping screw (B). Remove the flex drive shaft assembly from the gear housing.

2. Pull the drive shaft (C) from the drive shaft assembly and wipe it clean.

3. Apply 15 ml (0.5 oz.) of Lithium Base Grease.

4. Slide the flex shaft back into the drive shaft assembly, being careful not to get dirt on it.

5. Align the locating screw hole in the gear case with the hole in the drive shaft assembly, install and tighten the locating screw (A), and tighten the clamping screw (B).

If a power grinder is used, DO NOT allow the blade to overheat. Use long hex wrenches and sockets with extensions when working with blade screws and nuts to keep hands safe.

1. Move the stop switch to the STOP position.

2. Disconnect the spark plug wire.

3. Remove the blade guard.

4. Slide the blades to allow file clearance using the slots (A) on the bottom of the blade. Do not pry against cutting edges.

5. File each edge carefully, following the original shape of the blade.

6. Install the blade guard. Use new lock nuts each time the blade guard is installed.

7. Lubricate the blades.

8. Connect the spark plug wire.

The locking ability of hedge trimmer blade lock nuts will diminish each time they are removed. Replace them if turning resistance is not felt when installing.

1. Tighten the blade screws securely.

2. Hold the blade screws (A) to prevent them from turning, and tighten the lock nuts (B).

Always store and transport the SHINDAIWA 66005 in a stable position. Support the gear case and cutting blades to prevent excessive flexing. Always install the blade cover when transporting or storing the unit.

1. Clean and lubricate the cutting blades and gear case.

2. Sharpen the cutting blades as required.

3. Apply a light coating of clean 20W engine oil along the entire length of the blades and on the blade bolts.

4. Install the blade cover onto the cutting blades.

5. Store the attachment in a dry, dust-free place out of the reach of children, using the supplied storage hook.

1. Insert the small end of the hook into the locating hole on the attachment shaft.

2. Slide the plastic cap onto the end of the attachment shaft.