RedMax HEZ2460S, HEZ3060S manual Transport, Fuel safety, Storage, Maintenance

HEZ2460S/HEZ3060S

5. For safe operation

■Transport

1.	Drain the fuel from the fuel tank before
	transporting or storing the product.
2.	When hand-carrying the product, cover
	over the cutting part, lift up the product and
	carry it paying attention to the blade.

3. Operate the product at the lowest possible throttle speed to do the job.

4. Check your equipment before operation, especially the muffler, air intakes and air filters.

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3.	Secure the unit carefully to prevent
	movement when it is transported.
4.	A unit that receives a strong shock during
	transport and unloading may malfunction.

■Fuel safety

1. Always use caution when handling fuel. It

is highly flammable. Wipe up all spills,

screw the fuel cap back tightly, and then

move the product at least 10 feet (3

meters) from the fueling point before

■ For protecting your body from vibration

WARNING

Prolonged use of the product, exposing the operater to vibrations and cold may produce whitefinger disease (Raynaud's phenomenon), which symptoms are tingling and burning sensations followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers.

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	starting the engine.
2.	Eliminate all sources of sparks or flame
	(i.e. smoking, open flames, or work that
	can cause sparks) in the areas where fuel
	is mixed, poured, or stored.
3.	Do not smoke while handling fuel or while
	operating the product.
4.	Do not refuel a hot engine.
5.	Do not refuel a running engine.
6.	Keep the handles dry, clean and free of oil
	or fuel mixture.
7.	Always store fuel in an approved container
	designed for that purpose.

■Storage

1.Always store the product and fuel so that there is no risk of leakages or fumes coming into contact with sparks or naked flames from electrical equipment, electric moters, relays/switches, boilers and the like.

2.When storing the product, the fuel tank should be emptied.

3.When storing the product, choose a space indoors free from moisture and out of the reach of children.

■Avoid noise problem

IMPORTANT

All factors which contribute to whitefinger disease are not known, but cold weather, smoking diseases or physical conditions as well as long periods of exposure to vibration are mentioned as factors. In order to reduce the risk of whitefinger disease, the following precautions are strongly recommended.

a:Keep your body warm. Never use the product during rains.

b:Wear thick anti-vibration gloves.

c:Take more than 5 minutes of break in warm place frequently.

d:Maintain a firm grip at all times, but do not squeeze the handles with constant, excessive pressures.

e:If you feel discomfort, redness and swelling of your fingers or any other part of your body, see a doctor before getting worse.

■Maintenance

1.In order to maintain your product in proper working order, perform the maintenance and checking operations described in the manual at regular intervals.

2.Always be sure to turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug before performing any maintenance or checking procedures.

Check and follow the local regulations as to sound level and hours of operations for the product.

1.Operate power equipment only at reasonable hours not early in the morning or late at night when people might be disturbed. Comply with times listed in local ordinances.

2.To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.

WARNING

The metallic parts and engine cover reach high temperatures immediately after stopping the engine.

3.Examine the product at intervals for loose fasteners and rusted or damaged parts. Use special care around the fuel line, the muffler, and the ignition wiring.

4.When replacing the any other part, or any

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