Tanaka TBC-270S Handling Instructions Manual

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6MEANINGS OF SYMBOLSNOTE: Some units do not carry them.SymbolsWARNINGThe engine exhaust from this productcontains chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer, birth defectsand other reproductive harm.Gloves should be worn whennecessary, e.g., when assemblingcutting equipment.It is important that you read, fullyunderstand and observe the followingsafety precautions and warnings.Careless or improper use of the unit maycause serious or fatal injury.Use anti-slip and sturdy footwear.Read, understand and follow all warningsand instructions in this manual and onthe unit.Blade thrust may occur whenthe spinning blade contacts asolid object in the critical area. Adangerous reaction may occurcausing the entire unit and operatorto be thrust violently. This reactionis called blade thrust. As a result,the operator may lose control of theunit which may cause serious or fatalinjury. Blade thrust is more likely tooccur in areas where it is difficult tosee the material to be cut.Always wear eye, head and earprotectors when using this unit.Do not use metal/rigid blades when thissign is shown on the unit.Indicates blade guard location for atrimmer head or Brain head.Keep all children, bystanders and helpers15 m away from the unit. If anyoneapproaches you, stop the engine andcutting attachment immediately.Indicate handle location. Do notattach handle above this point.Be careful of thrown objects.WARNING• Read the Operator's Manual and follow all warnings and safetyinstructions. Failure to do so can result in serious injury to theoperator and /or bystanders.• Objects may be thrown or ricochet in all directions. ALWAYSWEAR EYE PROTECTION.• Keep bystanders at least 15 m away.• To reduce the chance of hearing loss, always wear ear protection.• To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, never use ametal blade on a curved shaft grass trimmer. Never use a metalblade on any brush cutter without barrier bar or bicycle handleconfiguration and safety strap.• Use of a blade may cause a sudden sideways, forward orbackward motion of the brush cutter when the blade contacts asolid object. See Ownerʼs manual for model specific details.Shows maximum shaft speed. Do not usethe cutting attachment whose max rpm isbelow the shaft rpm. Before using your machine• Read the manual carefully.• Check that the cutting equipment is correctly assembled andadjusted.• Start the unit and check the carburetor adjustment. See“MAINTENANCE”.ContentsWHAT IS WHAT ...............................................................................7WARNINGS AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................8SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................9ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES..........................................................10OPERATING PROCEDURES ........................................................11MAINTENANCE .............................................................................11