5.
Make sure the cutting head shield is installed and
positioned correctly before using the
Trirnmer/Brushcutter.
6.
Never use a cutting head or replacement parts that
are not approved by Maruyama.
7.
Maintain the Trimmer/Brilshcutter according to
the recoruroended · maintenance intervals and pro
cedures in the Maintenance section on page,21.
8.
Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting head
has completely stopped rotating before inverting
the Trimmer/Brushcutter, performing maintenance
on or worldng on the machine.
9.
If running problems or excessive vibration occur,
stop immediately and inspect the unit for the
cause.
If
the cause cannot be determined or is
beyond your ability to correct, return the
Trimmer/Brushcutter to your servicing dealer for
repair.
Fuel Safety
1.
Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled
and stored carefully. Use a container approved for
fuel for storing gasoline and/or fuel/oil mixture.
2.
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are
no sparks or flames.
3.
Do not smoke near fuel or Trimmer/Brushcutter,
or while using the Trimmer/Brushcutter.
4.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4-112
inch (6 mm-13 mm) from the top of the tank.
5.
Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
6.
Move the Trimmer/Brushcutter at least 10 feet (3
m) away from the fueling location before starting
the engine.
10feet (3 m) Minimum
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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 stor
ing the unit.
10. Store fuel and Trimmer/Brushcutter away from
open flame, sparks and excessive heat. Make sure
fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, furnaces, electric motors, etc.
Trimmer/Brushcutter Operating
Safety
1.
THIS TRIMMER BRUSHCUTTER CAN
CAUSE SERIOUS INJURIES. Read the instruc
tions carefully. Be familiar with all controls and
the proper use of the Trimmer/Brushcutter.
2.
Make sure the 3 mm hex wrench has been
removed from the gearcase and boss adapter
before you start the engine.
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