Warnings And Safety Instructions; Fuel Safety - Tanaka TCS 27EPAP Mode D'emploi

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WARNINGS AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Operator safety
○ Always wear head protection with full face shield to
help protect against falling branches and debris.
○ Avoid all power lines. This unit is not insulated
against electrical current.
○ Gloves should be used when sharpening chain.
○ 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 infl uence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
○ Never let a child or inexperienced person operate
the machine.
○ Wear 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 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 Hand-Arm
Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) which is caused by
vibration.
○ The operator must obey the local regulations of
cutting area.
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 fi ngers. 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.
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○ Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged
in any way before using the unit / machine.
○ Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
○ Use only accessories as recommended for this unit
/ machine by the manufacturer.
○ Never let the chain strike any obstacle.
If the chain makes contact, the machine should be
stopped and checked carefully.
○ Make sure the automatic oiler is working. Keep the
oil tank fi lled with clean oil. Never let chain run dry
on the bar
○ All unit service, other than the items listed in the
operator's / owner's manual, should be performed
by Tanaka dealer. (For example, if improper tools are
used to remove the fl ywheel or if an improper tool is
used to hold the fl ywheel in order to remove the clutch,
structural damage to the fl ywheel could occur and
could subsequently cause the fl ywheel to burst.)
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 fl ames.
○ 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 10 feet (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 fl ames from
water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces.
etc.
WARNING
Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or inhale
fumes, so that pay special attention when handling
or fi lling fuel.
Cutting safety
○ Do not cut any material other than wood or wooden
objects.
○ For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection
mask when cutting the wood after insecticide has
been applied.