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○Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.

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

○Stop engine and let it cool for a few minutes before removing fuel tank cap.

○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.

○Store unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames 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 filling fuel.

Cutting safety

○ Do not cut any material other than wood or wooden objects.

○ For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection mask when cutting the wood after insecticide has been applied.

○ Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and helpers outside the hazard zone. Stoptheengine immediatelyif youareapproached.

○ Hold the unit/machine firmly with the right hand on the rear handle and the left hand on the front handle.

○ Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach. ○ Keep all parts of your body away from the muffler and cutting attachment when the engine is

running.

○ Keep Bar/Chain below waist level.

○ Before felling a tree, the operator must be accustomed to the sawing techniques of the chain saw.

○ Be sure to pre-plan a safe exit from a failing tree. ○ While cutting, hold unit/machine firmly with both hands with thumb firmly locked around front handle, and stand with feet well balanced and

your body balanced.

○ Stand to the side of the saw when cutting - never directly behind it.

○ Always keep the spiked bumper face to a tree, because the chain may suddenly be drawn into a tree, if so equipped.

○ 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.

○ Be alert against kickback (when saw kicks up and back at operator). Never cut with the nose of the bar.

○When relocating to a new work area, be sure to shut off the machine and ensure that all cutting attachments are stopped.

○Never place the machine on the ground when running.

○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.

○Always carry a first-aid kit when operating any power equipment.

○Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building and/or near the inflammable liquid. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

Maintenance safety

○ Maintain the unit/machine 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 HITACHI 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

○ Carry the unit/machine by hand with the engine stopped and the muffler away from your body.

○ Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the unit/machine before storing or transporting in a vehicle.

○ 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.

○ Store unit/machine out of the reach of children. ○ Clean and maintain the unit carefully and store it

in a dry place.

○ Make sure stop switch is off when transporting or storing.

○ 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 Hitachi Authorized Service Centers if you need assistance.

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