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7.
Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting
chain has completely stopped rotating before
inverting the Pruner, performing maintenance on
or working on the machine.
8.
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 Pruner
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 Pruner, or while using
the Pruner.
4.
Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4–1/2
inch (6mm–13mm) from the top of the tank.
5.
Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
6.
Move the Pruner at least 10 feet (3 m) away
from the fueling location before starting the
engine (Fig. 2).
7.
Do not remove the Pruner 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
storing the unit.
10. Store fuel and Pruner 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.
Pruner Operating Safety
1.
THIS PRUNER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully. Be
familiar with all controls and the proper use of
the Pruner.
2.
The Pruner is designed to cut wood and can
therefore be potentially dangerous. Careless or
improper use can cause serious or even fatal
injury.
3.
This Pruner can conduct electricity. Do not use
where contact can be made with live electrical
circuits. Never use around electrical power
sources and lines. Failure to observe this
warning can result in serious injury or death.
4.
Beware of where material will fall after being
cut. Do not stand underneath falling material.
5.
Avoid using the Pruner near rocks, gravel, stones
and similar material that would cause harmful
missiles.
6.
Keep children, bystanders and animals outside a
50 ft. (15 m) radius from the operator and Pruner
(Fig. 3).
7.
If you are approached while operating the
Pruner, stop the engine and Pruner chain motion.
8.
Use the Pruner only in daylight or good artificial
light.
9.
Do not put hands or feet near or under any
rotating parts. Keep clear at all times. Keep all
parts of your body away from the Pruner chain
and hot surfaces such as the muffler.
10. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not
overreach.
11. Use the right tool for the job. Do not use the
Pruner for any job that is not recommended by
Toro.
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