Warnings And Safety Instructions; Operator Safety; Fuel Safety - Tanaka TCH 22EPAP Instructions De Sécurité Et 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 blades.
○ 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.
○ Wear eye 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.
○ While operating the hedge trimmer, always
ensure that the operating position is safe and
secure, especially when using steps or a ladder.
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.
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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.
○ Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
○ Use only accessories as recommended for this
unit / machine by the manufacturer.
○ Never let the blade strike any obstacle.
If the blade makes contact, the machine should
be stopped and checked carefully.
○ 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 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 fl ames
from water heaters, electric motors or switches,
furnaces. etc.
Do not refuel the tool indoors.
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 leaves or
small brunches objects.