Tanaka PF-4010 manual Operator Safety, Equipment Safety, Fuel Safety, Maintenance Safety

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PF-4000, PF-4010, PF-4210

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Owner’s Manual

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

WARNING

 

 

 

 

 

 

Read, understand and follow all warnings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and instructions in this manual and on

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The engine exhaust from this product

 

 

 

the unit.

 

 

 

contains chemicals known to the State

 

 

 

 

 

of California to cause cancer, birth

 

 

 

 

 

defects and other reproductive harm.

 

 

It is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions and warnings for use of this engine, as well as the equipment it powers. Careless or improper use may cause serious or fatal injury.

Warnings and safety instructions.

Operator Safety

Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the machine.

Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

Equipment Safety

Inspect the engine and equipment before each use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place and securely fastened.

Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any way before using the engine and equipment.

Fuel Safety

Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or flames.

Use a container approved for fuel.

Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the tool or while using the tool.

Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.

Move at least 3 m (10 ft) away from fueling site before starting engine.

Stop engine before removing fuel cap.

Empty the fuel tank before storing. It is recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.

Store engine and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, etc.

Maintenance Safety

Maintain the engine and equipment according to recommended procedures.

Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance except for carburetor adjustments.

Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.

Use only genuine replacement parts as recommended by the manufacturer.

Transport and storage

Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the engine and equipment before storing or transporting in a vehicle.

Empty the fuel tank before storing. It is recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use.

If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak.

Store out of the reach of children.

Clean the unit carefully and store it in a dry place.

Make sure engine switch is off when trans- porting or storing.

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take care and use 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.

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Contents PF-4000, PF-4010, PF-4210 Fuel Safety Operator SafetyEquipment Safety Maintenance SafetyStarting Operating proceduresFueling FuelIdle speed adjustment T Cleaning the air filterCylinder Engine cooling Fig Spark plug FigMuffler Fig Specifications PF-4000, PF-4010, PF-4210