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Owner’s Manual
TPE-2501,TPE-2510,TPE-270PF/PN,TPE-250PF
2. Warnings and safety instructions
Operator safety
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Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.
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Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do
not wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals
or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder
length.
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Do not operate that tool when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
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Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the
machine.
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Wear hearing protection.
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Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
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Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
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Keep hands away from cutting equipment.
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Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting
equipment.
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When the unit is turned off, make sure the cutting
attachment has stopped before the unit is set down.
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When operation is prolonged, take a break from time
to time so that you may avoid possible white finger
disease which is caused by vibration.
Tool safety
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Inspect the entire tool before each use. Replace
damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure
all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.
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Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged
in any way before using the tool.
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Make sure the safety guard is properly attached.
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Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
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Use only accessories as recommended for this tools
by the manufacturer.
WARNING!
Never modify the tool in any way. Do not use your cutting tool
for any job except that for which it is intended.
Fuel safety
NOTE!
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Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool.
Especially, in case of over three month storage,
it is a must otherwise fuel may corrode causing
carburetor damage. It is recommended that
the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is
left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.
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Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no
sparks or flames.
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Use a container approved for fuel.
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Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the tool
or while using the tool.
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Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
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Move at least 3 m (10ft.) away from fueling site
before starting engine.
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Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
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Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each
use. If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not
leak.
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Store tool and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot
reach sparks or open flames from water heaters,
electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.
WARNING!
Anti-vibration systems do not guarantee that you will not
sustain white finger disease or carpel tunnel syndrome.
Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely
the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above
symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately.
Cutting safety
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Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove
objects which can be thrown or become entangled.
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For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection
mask when cutting the grass after insecticide is
scattered.
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Keep others including children, animals, bystanders
and helpers outside the 15 m hazard zone. Stop the
engine immediately if you are approached.
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Always keep the engine on the right side of your
body.
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Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
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Keep all parts of your body away from the muffler
and cutting attachment when the engine is running.
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Keep cutting attachment below waist level.
Maintenance safety
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Maintain the tool according to recommended
procedures.
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Disconnect the spark plug before performing
maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.
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Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
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Use only genuine replacement parts as recommended
by the manufacturer.
Transport and storage
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Carry the tool by hand with the engine stopped and
the muffler away from your body.
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Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and
secure the tool before storing or transporting in a
vehicle.
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Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. It is
recommended that the fuel be emptied after each
use. If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not
leak.
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Store tool out of the reach of children.
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Clean the unit carefully and store it in a dry place.
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Make sure engine switch is off when transporting or
storing.
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When transporting in a vehicle, cover blade with
blade cover.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take
care and have a 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.
