RedMax SRTZ2460 Owners Manual - Page 7

LRTZ2460/SRTZ2460 5. For safe operation contain dangerous carbon monoxide. 10. Never to touch the spark plug or plug cord while the engine is in operation Doing so may result in being subjected to an electrical shock. 11.Never to touch the muffler, spark plug, other metallic parts of the engine or engine cover while the engine is in operation or immediately after shutting down the engine. These metallic parts and engine cover reach high temperatures during operation and doing so could result in serious burns. 12.To reduce the risk of injury associated with contacting rotating parts, stop the engine before installing or removing attachments. Always disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance or accessing movable parts. ■ Before use 1. Each time before starting the engine, inspect the entire unit to see if every part is in good order and is securely tightened in place. If any damage is found in the fuel line, the exhaust line, or the ignition wiring, do not use the product until it has been repaired. IMPORTANT Remove any obstacle before beginning work. ■ Starting the engine 1. Keep bystanders and animals at least 50 feet (15 meters) away from the operating point. If you are approached, immediately stop the engine. 2. The product is equipped with centrifugal clutch mechanism, so the cutting attachment could move as soon as the engine is started. When starting the engine, place the product onto the ground in a flat clear area and hold it firmly in place so as to ensure that neither the cutting part nor the throttle come into contact with any obstacle when the engine starts. US-6 WARNING Make sure the throttle is at idle position. Never place the throttle into the high speed position or half throttle position (throttle lock position) when starting the engine. 3. After starting the engine, check to make sure that the cutting attachment stops moving when the throttle is moved fully back to its original position (idle position). If it continues to move even after the throttle has been moved fully back, turn off the engine and take the unit to your authorized RedMax servicing dealer for repair. ■ Using the product IMPORTANT Cut only materials recommended by the manufacturer. And use only for tasks explained in the manual. 1. Maintain the speed of the engine at the level required to perform cutting work, and never raise the speed of the engine above the level necessary. 2. If you detect abnormal vibration or noise during operation, promptly stop the product and check whether something has broken. If a breakedown has occurred, do not operate the product until the problem is fixed. 3. Keep all parts of your body away from moving cutting attachment. 4. Guard against hazardous situations at all times. Warn adults to keep pets and children away from the area. Be careful if you are approached. Injury may result from flying debris. 5. If someone calls out or otherwise interrupts you while working, always be sure to turn off the engine before turning around. 6. After using the product and other equipment, CLEAN UP! ■ Transport 1. Drain the fuel from the fuel tank before transporting or storing the product. 2. When hand-carrying the product, cover over the cutting part, lift up the product and carry it paying attention to the blade. 3. Secure the unit carefully to prevent movement when it is transported. 4. A unit that receives a strong shock during transport and unloading may malfunction. ■ Fuel safety 1. Always use caution when handling fuel. It is highly flammable. Wipe up all spills, screw the fuel cap back tightly, and then move the product at least 10 feet (3 meters) from the fueling point before starting the engine. 2. Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame (i.e. smoking, open flames, or work that can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel