Fuel Safety; Power Edger Operating Safety - Maruyama E270 Manuel Du Propriétaire

10. The Exhaust gases are extremely hot. Keep flammable
materials and objects at least 3ft. (1m) away from the
direction that the exhaust gases are coming out of the
muffler. Do not cover the exhaust gases with any items.
There is a high risk of materials and objects catching
fire and getting burned.
11. During the operation and idling of the unit, the
engine is very hot. Also, for a while after the engine
stops, the engine is still hot. Do not place the engine
near flammable materials such as dried grass. There
is a high risk of materials catching fire.

Fuel Safety

1. Gasoline is highly f lammable and must be
handled and stored carefully. Use a container
approved for fuel to store gasoline and/or fuel/oil
mixture.
2. Mix and pour fuel outdoors, where there are no
sparks or flames.
3. Do not smoke near fuel or Edger, or while using
the Edger.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4-1/2
in. (6 mm-13 mm) from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
10ft. (3m) minimum
6. Move the Edger at least 10ft. (3m) away from the
fueling location before starting the engine.
7. Do not remove the fuel tank cap while the engine
is running, or right after stopping the engine.
8. Allow the engine to cool before refueling.
9. Drain the tank and run the engine dry before
storing the unit.
10. Store fuel and Edger away from open f lame,
sparks and excessive heat. Make sure fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from water
heaters, furnaces, electric motors, etc.

Power Edger Operating Safety

1. THIS EDGER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES.
Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all
controls and the proper use of the Edger.
2. Make sure the 3mm hex wrench has been removed
from the gearcase and boss adapter before you
start the engine.
3. Avoid using the Edger near rocks, gravel, stones
and similar material which can become dangerous
projectiles.
4. Inspect your work area before you begin. Remove
objects such as broken glass, nails, wire and rocks
which can become dangerous projectiles if thrown
by the Edger. Remove string, rope or similar
materials which can become entangled in the
Edger blade.
5. Keep children, bystanders and animals outside a
50ft. (15m) radius from the operator and Edger.
6. If you are approached while operating the Edger,
stop the engine and Edger blade rotation.
7. Never allow children to operate the Edger.
8. Use the Edger only in daylight or good artificial light.
9. Never operate the Edger without proper guards or
other protective safety devices in place.
10. Always keep the Edger on the right side of your
body.
11. Do not put hands or feet near or under any rotating
parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all parts of
your body away from the rotating Edger blade and
hot surfaces such as the muffler.
12. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach.
13. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the Edger
for any job that is not recommended by
MARUYAMA.
— US-8 —
50ft. (15m Minimum)