Tanaka TBC-340PFD Handling Instructions - Page 12

WARNING! For Tanaka BRAIN heads or Tanaka alloy head, use only flexible, non-metallic line recommended by the manufacturer. Never use wire or wire ropes. They can break off and become a dangerous projectile. NOTE! When using Tanaka alloy head (CH-100), initial cutting line length should be about 17cm each. (Fig. 17) Operating procedures Fuel (Fig. 18) WARNING! • The trimmer is equipped with a two-stroke engine. Always run the engine on fuel, which is mixed with oil. Provide good ventilation, when fueling or handling fuel. • Fuel contains highly flammable and it is possible to get the serious personal injury when inhaling or spilling on your body. Always pay attention when handling fuel. Always have good ventilation when handling fuel inside building. Fuel • Always use branded 89 octane unleaded gasoline. • Use genuine two-cycle oil or use a mix between 25:1 to 50:1, please consult the oil bottle for the ratio or Tanaka dealer. • Only for the state of California at 50:1. • If genuine oil is not available, use an anti-oxidant added quality oil expressly labeled for air-cooled 2-cycle engine use (JASO FC GRADE OIL or ISO EGC GRADE). Do not use BIA or TCW (2-stroke water-cooling type) mixed oil. • Never use multi-grade oil (10 W/30) or waste oil. • Always mix fuel and oil in a separate clean container. Always start by filling half the amount of gasoline, which is to be used. Then add the whole amount of oil. Mix (shake) the fuel mixture. Add the remaining amount of gasoline. Mix (shake) the fuel-mix thoroughly before filling the fuel tank. Mixing amount of two-cycle oil and gasoline Gasoline (Liter) 0.5 1 2 4 Two-cycle oil (ml) Ratio 50:1 Ratio 25:1 10 20 20 40 40 80 80 160 Fueling WARNING! • Always shut off the engine before refueling. • Slowly open the fuel tank, when filling up with fuel, so that possible over-pressure disappears. • Tighten the fuel cap carefully, after fueling. • Always move the trimmer at least 3 m (10 ft.) from the fueling area before starting. • Always Wash any spilled fuel from clothing immediately with GB-6 soap. • Be sure to check any fuel leaking after refueling. Before fueling, clean the tank cap area carefully, to ensure that no dirt falls into the tank. Make sure that the fuel is well mixed by shaking the container, before fueling. Starting (Fig. 19, 20, 21) CAUTION! Before starting, make sure the cutting attachment does not touch anything. 1. Set ignition switch (1) to ON position. (Fig. 19, 20) *Push priming bulb (4) several times so that fuel flows through the bulb or return pipe. (If so equipped) (Fig. 21) 2. With the throttle trigger lockout (2) pressed (if so equipped), pull throttle trigger and push throttle lock (3), then slowly release the throttle trigger then throttle trigger lockout. This is will lock the throttle in starting position. 3. Set choke lever to CLOSED position (5). (Fig. 21) 4. Pull recoil starter briskly, taking care to keep the handle in your grasp and not allowing it to snap back. 5. When you hear the engine want to start, return choke lever to RUN position (open). Then pull recoil starter briskly again. NOTE! If engine does not start, repeat procedures from 2 to 5. 6. After starting engine, pull throttle trigger to release throttle lock. Then allow the engine about 2-3 minutes to warm up before subjecting it to any load. Cutting (Fig. 22, 23, 24, 25) • When cutting, operate engine at over 6500 rpm. Extended time of use at low rpm may wear out the clutch prematurely. • Cut grass from right to left. • Blade thrust may occur when the spinning blade contacts a solid object in the critical area. A dangerous reaction may occur causing the entire unit and operator to be thrust violently. This reaction is called BLADE THRUST. As a result, the operator may lose control of the unit which may cause serious or fatal injury. Blade thrust is more likely to occur in areas where it is difficult to see the material to be cut. • Wear the harness as shown in the figure (if so equipped). The blade turns counter-clockwise, therefore, be advised to operate the unit from right to left for efficient cutting. Keep onlookers out of working area at least 15 m (50 ft.). NOTE! Press the quick release button or pull emergency release flap (If so equipped) in the event of emergency. (Fig. 24) WARNING! If cutting attachment should strike against stones or other debris, stop the engine and make sure that the attachment