Tanaka TC-355 - Manual (Page 2)

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Owner’s Manual TC-355
Warnings and safety instructions.
Operator Safety
• Never let a child or inexperienced person
operate the machine.
• Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can
kill.
Equipment Safety
• Inspect the engine and equipment before each
use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel
leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place
and securely fastened.
• Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or
damaged in any way before using the engine
and equipment.
Fuel Safety
• Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
• Use a container approved for fuel.
• Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the
tool or while using the tool.
• Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
• Move at least 3 m (10 ft) away from fueling site
before starting engine.
• Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing. 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 engine and fuel in area where fuel vapors
cannot reach sparks or open flames from water
heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces,
etc.
Maintenance Safety
• Maintain the engine and equipment 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 replacement parts as
recommended by the manufacturer.
Transport and storage
• Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank,
and secure the engine and equipment before
storing or transporting in a vehicle.
• Empty the fuel tank before storing. 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 out of the reach of children.
• Clean the unit carefully and store it in a dry
place.
• Make sure engine switch is off when trans-
porting or storing.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual,
take care and use good judgment. Contact your 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.
WARNING
Read, understand and follow all warnings
and instructions in this manual and on
the unit.
It is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions
and warnings for use of this engine, as well as the equipment it powers. Careless or improper
use may cause serious or fatal injury.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects and other reproductive harm.