Tanaka TCG27EBSP Owner's Manual - Page 4

English WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Operator safety ○ Always wear a safety face shield or goggles. ○ Approved protective goggles comply with standard ANSI Z87.1 in the USA. ○ Always wear heavy, long pants, boots, gloves and a long-sleeve shirt. 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. ○ Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. Wear approved hearing protection. Pay attention to your surroundings. Be aware of any bystanders who may be signaling a problem. Remove safety equipment immediately upon shutting off engine. ○ Wear head protection. ○ Never start or run the engine inside a closed environment, such as a room or building. Breathing carbon monoxide 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. ○ Always wear gloves when assembling or disassembling the cutting attachment, otherwise serious personal injury may result. ○ 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 Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) which is caused by vibration. WARNING ● Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not sustain Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel syndrome. Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any symptoms of the above appear, seek medical advice immediately. ● If you are using any medical electric/ electronic devices such as a pacemaker, consult your physician as well as the device manufacturer prior to operating any power equipment. 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 cutting attachment is properly installed and securely fastened. ○ 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 where there are no sparks and 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 and fueling or mixing fuel. ○ Wipe up all fuel spills from the unit. ○ Move at least 10 ft (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. If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak. ○ 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. 4