5
G
B
F
R
E
S
○
Keep all parts of your body away from the mu
ffl
er
and cutting attachment when the engine is
running.
○
Keep cutting attachment below waist level.
○
When relocating to a new work area, be sure to
shut o
ff
the machine and ensure that all cutting
attachments are stopped.
○
Never place the machine on the ground when
running.
○
Always ensure that the engine is shut o
ff
and any
cutting attachments have completely stopped
before clearing debris or removing grass from
the cutting attachment.
○
Always carry a
fi
rst-aid kit when operating any
power equipment.
○
Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building and/or near in
fl
ammable liquids.
Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
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
storage
○
Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine
stopped and the mu
ffl
er 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.
○
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 out of the reach of children.
○
Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it
in a dry place.
○
Make sure engine switch is o
ff
when transporting
or storing.
○
When transporting in a vehicle, cover blade with
blade cover.
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, take care and use common sense. Contact
your Tanaka 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.
CAUTION
Indicates
a
possibility
of
personal
injury
or
equipment
damage,
if
instructions
are
not
followed.
NOTE
Helpful information for correct function and use.
CAUTION
Do
not
disassemble
the
recoil
starter.
You
may
get
a
possibility
of
personal
injury
with
recoil
spring.
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