Manual Tanaka TCS 40EA Chainsaw

Manual

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Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.

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Move at least 10 feet (3 m) away from fueling site

before starting engine.

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Stop engine and let it cool for a few minutes

before removing fuel tank cap.

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Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/

machine. 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 unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel

vapors cannot reach sparks or open fl ames

from water heaters, electric motors or switches,

furnaces, etc.

WARNING

Fuel is easy to ignite or get explosion or inhale

fumes, so that pay special attention when

handling or fi lling fuel.

Cutting safety

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Do not cut any material other than wood or

wooden objects.

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For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol

protection mask when cutting the wood after

insecticide has been applied.

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Keep others including children, animals,

bystanders and helpers outside the hazard zone.

Stop the engine immediately if you are approached.

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Hold the unit/machine fi rmly with the right hand

on the rear handle and the left hand on the front

handle.

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Keep fi rm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.

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Keep all parts of your body away from the muffl er

and cutting attachment when the engine is

running.

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Keep Bar/Chain below waist level.

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Before felling a tree, the operator must be

accustomed to the sawing techniques of the

chain saw.

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Be sure to pre-plan a safe exit from a failing tree.

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While cutting, hold unit/machine fi rmly with both

hands with thumb fi rmly locked around front

handle, and stand with feet well balanced and

your body balanced.

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Stand to the side of the saw when cutting - never

directly behind it.

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Always keep the spiked bumper face to a tree,

because the chain may suddenly be drawn into

a tree, if so equipped.

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When completing a cut, be ready to hold up the

units as it breaks into clear, so it will not follow

through and cut your legs, feet or body, or

contact an obstruction.

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Be alert against kickback (when saw kicks up

and back at operator). Never cut with the nose of

the bar.

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When relocating to a new work area, be sure to

shut off the machine and ensure that all cutting

attachments are stopped.

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Never place the machine on the ground when

running.

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Always ensure that the engine is shut off and any

cutting attachments have completely stopped

before clearing debris or removing grass from

the cutting attachment.

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Always carry a fi rst-aid kit when operating any

power equipment.

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Never start or run the engine inside a closed

room or building and/or near the infl ammable

liquid. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

Maintenance safety

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Maintain the unit/machine 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 Tanaka replacement parts as

recommended by the manufacturer.

CAUTION

Do not disassemble the recoil starter. You may get

a possibility of personal injury with recoil spring.

WARNING

Improper maintenance could result in serious

engine damage or in serious personal injury.

Transport and storage

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Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine

stopped and the muffl er away from your body.

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Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank,

and secure the unit/machine before storing or

transporting in a vehicle.

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Empty the fuel tank before storing the unit/

machine. 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 unit/machine out of the reach of children.

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Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it

in a dry place.

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Make sure stop switch is off when transporting or

storing.

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When transporting or storage, cover chain with

guide bar cover.

If situations occur which are not covered in this

manual, take care and use common sense. Contact

Tanaka dealer if you need assistance.

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