Tanaka TBC-255SFK Owner's Manual - Page 7

3. WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take care and use common sense. Contact your dealer if you need assistance. Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words: WARNING! Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life, if instructions are not followed. NOTE! Helpful information for correct function and use. CAUTION! Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage, if instructions are not followed. CAUTION! Do not disassemble the recoil starter. You may get a possibility of personal injury with recoil spring. Operator Safety - Always wear a safety face shield or goggles. - Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. - Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. - Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the machine. - Wear hearing protection. - Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. - Keep handles free of oil and fuel. - Keep hands away from cutting equipment. - Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting equipment. - When the unit is turned off, make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before the unit is set down. - When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time so that you may avoid possible whitefinger disease which is caused by vibration. Unit / Machine Safety - Inspect the entire unit/machine before each use. Replace damaged parts. - Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place and securely tightened. - Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way before using the unit/machine. - Make sure the safety guard is properly attached. - Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. - Use only accessories as recommended for this unit/machine by the manufacturer. WARNING! Never modify the unit/machine in any way. Do not use your unit/machine for any job except that for which it is intended. Fuel Safety - Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames. - Use a container approved for fuel. - Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the unit/machine or while using the unit/machine. - Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. - Move at least 3 m away from fueling site before starting engine. - Stop engine before removing fuel cap. - Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/machine. It is recommended that the fuel be emptied after each Use. WARNING! Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain whitefinger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. Cutting Safety - Do not cut any material other than grass and brush. - Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove objects which can be thrown or become entangled. - For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection mask when cutting the grass after insecticide is scattered. - Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and helpers outside the 15 m hazard zone. Stop the engine immediately if you are approached. - Always keep the engine on the right side of your body. - Hold the unit/machine firmly with both hands. - Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach. - Keep all parts of your body away from the muffler and cutting attachment when the engine is running. - Keep cutting attachment below waist level. EN Store unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces. etc. Maintenance safety - Maintain the unit/machine according to recommended procedures. - Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. - Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. - Use only genuine Tanaka replacement parts as recommended by the manufacturer. Transport and safety - Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine stopped and the muffler away from your body. - Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the unit/machine before storing or transporting in a vehicle. - Store unit/machine out of the reach of children. - Clean and maintan the unit carefully and store it in a dry place. - Make sure engine switch is off when transporting or storing. TBC-255SFK 7 Owner's Manual