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WARNINGS AND SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Operator safety
○Always wear a proper face shield or protective glasses.
○Gloves should always be worn when operating this
machine and also when touching the cut-offwheel.
○When using this machine, always wear proper protective
attire such as jacket, trousers, helmet, boots with steel
toe-caps and non-slip soles, and eye, ear, leg protection
equipment whenever you use this machine.
Do not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants and/or
sandals, or go barefoot.
○Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the
machine.
A first-time operator should obtain practical instruction
before using the machine.
○When you wear hearing protection, pay attention to your
surroundings. Be aware of any bystanders who may be
signaling a problem.
○Cutting operations can expose you to respiratory
hazards such as silica and other harmful dust particles.
Please wear a protective mask when operating this
machine.
○Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
○Keep hands away from cutting equipment.
○Do not grab or hold the machine by the cutting
equipment.
○Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the machine,
or while using the machine.
○When the unit is shut off, make sure the cutting
attachment has stopped before setting down the unit.
○When operation is prolonged, take a break periodically
so that you may avoid possible Hand-Arm Vibration
Syndrome (HAVS) which is caused by vibration.
○National regulation can restrict the use of machine.
And the operator must obey the local regulations of
working area.
WARNING
○The machine produces exhaust fumes, which include
hydrocarbons and benzene. When using this machine,
sufficient ventilation is needed, not only if used indoors
but also when working in trenches, hollows or other
confined locations. Breathing exhaust fumes can be
fatal.
○Do not operate this machine when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
○Antivibration systems do not guarantee that you will not
sustain Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome or carpal tunnel
syndrome.
Therefore, continual end regular users should monitor
closely the condition of their hands and fingers. If any
of the above symptoms appear, seek medical advice
immediately.
○Long or continuous exposure to high noise levels may
cause permanent hearing impairment. Always wear
approved hearing protection when operating a machine.
○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 machine for any damage before each
use. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are
in place and securely tightened.
○Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
○Use only accessories as recommended for this machine
by the manufacturer.
○Select and mount the correct cut-offwheel for the type of
work to be carried out.
○All items, 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
flywheel or if an improper tool is used to hold the flywheel
in order to remove the clutch, structural damage to the
flywheel could occur and could subsequently cause the
flywheel to burst.)
WARNING
○Never modify the machine in any way. Do not use your
machine for any job except that for which it is intended.
○Never use wheels that are rated for speeds lower than
the maximum spindle speed indicated on the machine.
A wheel running faster than its rated speed can break
and fly apart.
○The arbor size of wheels and flanges must properly fit
the spindle of the machine.
Wheels and flanges with arbor holes that do not match
the mounting hardware of the machine will run off-
balance, vibrate excessively and may cause loss of
control.
○It is important to use only cut-offwheels designed for use
on hand-held cut-offmachines. It is dangerous to use a
cut-offwheel that is not intended for a hand-held cut-off
machine.
Fuel safety
○Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no
sparks or flames.
○Use a container approved for fuel.
○Wipe offall fuel spills and allow any remaining fuel to
evaporate before starting engine.
○Move at least 3 m away from fueling site before starting
engine.
○Stop engine and let it cool for a few minutes before
opening fuel tank cap.
○Store the machine and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
WARNING
Fuel is highly flammable and its fumes should not be
inhaled. Be particularly careful when handling the
machine as the sparks produced when cutting metal can
easily ignite any fuel spillage.
Cutting safety
○Keep bystanders at a safe distance, away from the
work area. Anyone entering the work area must wear
personal protective equipment. Flying fragments from
the workpiece or the cut-offwheel may cause injury.
Children, other unauthorized persons and animals must
remain well away from the work area.
○Hold the machine firmly with the right hand on the rear
handle and the left hand on the front handle.
○Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
○Keep all parts of your body away from the muffler and
cutting attachment when the engine is running.
○Make sure to check the work area for any hidden
hazards such as water or gas pipes, electrical cables
and flammable substances.
○Never place the machine on the ground when running.
○Always ensure that the engine is shut offand any cutting
attachments have completely stopped before clearing
debris from the cutting attachment.
○Always carry a first-aid kit when operating any power
equipment.
○The muffler gets very hot during and after use. This also
applies during idling.
Be aware of the fire hazard, especially when working
near flammable substances and/or vapours.
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