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Owner’s Manual TOB-120,TOB-300
A Message to Tanaka Customers
Welcome to the world of Tanaka equipment. We are pleased that you have purchased the best equipment
available. The care you give your Tanaka equipment will determine the satisfaction and service life you will
obtain from it. Use this manual as your guide. By observing the instructions and suggestions in this manual,
your Tanaka equipment will serve you well for many years.
Your Tanaka dealer will be happy to supply any service or advice which may be required to keep your Tanaka
equipment operating at peak efficiency. He stocks genuine Tanaka parts and lubricants; manufactured with
the same precision and skill as the original equipment. His factory trained staff is kept well informed on the
best methods of servicing Tanaka equipment and is ready and able to serve you. If service is required, be
prepared to supply the service person with the Model and Serial Number of the equipment, as well as a full
description of the problem encountered.
NOTE: The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at the time the manual was
approved for printing. Tanaka Kogyo Co., Ltd. reserves the right to discontinue models without notice and
without incurring obligation. The equipment described within this manual may not be identified as either
standard or optional and the various illustrations may not all be applicable to your particular unit. If you have
questions, always check with your Tanaka dealer.
Safety Alert Symbol And Notations
The following safety notations are used throughout this manual to call attention to special information or
operating procedures. Understand the message in each notation and be alert to unsafe conditions and the
possibility of personal injury.
NOTE: Points out general reference information regarding proper operation and maintenance practices.
IMPORTANT: Statement indicates specific procedures or information that is required to prevent
damage to the machine or its attachments.
This safety alert symbol is used to attract your attention! PERSONAL SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
When you see this symbol - BECOME ALERT - HEED ITS MESSAGE.
CAUTION: Identifies safe operating practices or indicates unsafe conditions that could result in personal
injury.
WARNING: Describes a condition where failure to follow the instructions could result In severe personal
injury.
DANGER: Designates a condition where failure to follow instructions or heed warning will most likely
result In serious personal Injury or death.
The engine exhaust from this product
contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth
defects and other reproductive harm.