Stihl TS 400 Instruction Manual - Page 9

English / USA By vehicle: Properly secure your cut-off machine to prevent turnover, fuel spillage and damage to the cut-off machine. Never transport with cutting wheel mounted. A wheel damaged during transportation may shatter during operation and cause serious personal injury. Preparation for the Use of the Cut-Off Machine For assembly, follow the procedure described in the appropriate section of your instruction manual. Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil and fuel. !Warning! Before operation of your cut-off machine, be sure the controls (e.g. throttle trigger, stop switch) and the safety devices are working properly, the carburetor idle and maximum speed are correctly adjusted, the wheel is properly mounted, and the wheel guard is in place and securely fastened to your unit. All wheels should be carefully inspected for good condition before mounting. Adjust the wheel guard so that sparks, dust and cut material are deflected away from the operator, and cannot reach flammable surroundings. See section "Operating Instructions" of your instruction manual. Never operate a cut-off machine that is damaged, improperly adjusted or not completely and securely assembled. Inspect for safety in operation. Proper tension of the V-belt is important. In order to avoid an incorrect setting, the tensioning procedure must be followed as described in your manual. Always make sure the hexagonal collar nuts for the cast arm are tightened securely. Check V-belt tension after one hour of operation and correct if necessary. Fuel Your STIHL power tool uses an oilgasoline mixture for fuel (see the chapter on "Fuel" of your instruction manual). !Warning! Gasoline is an extremely flammable fuel. If spilled and ignited by a spark or other ignition source, it can cause fire and serious burn injury or property damage. Use extreme caution when handling gasoline or fuel mix. Do not smoke or bring any fire or flame near the fuel or the power tool. Note that combustible fuel vapor may escape from the fuel system. Fueling Instructions !Warning! Fuel your power tool in well-ventilated areas, outdoors. Always shut off the engine and allow it to cool before refueling. Gasoline vapor pressure may build up inside the fuel tank depending on the fuel used, the weather conditions and the tank venting system. In order to reduce the risk of burns and other personal injury from escaping gas vapor and fumes, remove the fuel filler cap on your power tool carefully so as to allow any pressure build-up in the tank to release slowly. Never remove the fuel filler cap while the engine is running. 8 TS 400