Fuel Safety; Trimmer Operating Safety - Maruyama BT230L Manual Del Propietario U Operador

9. 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 Trimmer with
tool attachment to your servicing dealer for repair.
10. The Exhaust gases are extremely hot. Keep flammable
materials and objects at least 3ft. (1m) away from the
direction that the exhaust gases are coming out of the
muffler. Do not cover the exhaust gases with any items.
There is a high risk of materials and objects catching
fire and getting burned.
11. During the operation and idling of the unit, the
engine is very hot. Also, for a while after the engine
stops, the engine is still hot. Do not place the engine
near flammable materials such as dried grass. There
is a high risk of materials catching fire.

Fuel Safety

1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be han-
dled and stored carefully. Use a container
approved for fuel to store gasoline and/or fuel/oil
mixture.
2. Mix and pour fuel outdoors, where there are no
sparks or flames.
3. Do not smoke near fuel or Trimmer, or while
using the Trimmer.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4-1/2
in. (6 mm-13 mm) from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the
engine.
6. Move the Trimmer at least 10 ft. (3m) away from
the fueling location before starting the engine.
7. Do not remove the 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 stor-
ing the unit.
10. Store fuel and Trimmer 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.
10 ft. (3 m) minimum

Trimmer Operating Safety

1. THIS TRIMMER CAN CAUSE SERIOUS
INJURIES. Read the instructions carefully. Be
familiar with all controls and the proper use of the
Trimmer.
2. Make sure the 3 mm hex wrench has been removed
from the gearcase and boss adapter before you
start the engine.
3. Avoid using the Trimmer near rocks, gravel,
stones and similar material which can become
dangerous projectiles.
4. Inspect your work area before you begin. Remove
objects such as broken glass, nails, wire and rocks
which can become dangerous projectiles if thrown
by the Trimmer. Remove string, rope or similar
materials which can become entangled in the
cutting head.
5. Keep children, bystanders and animals outside a
50 ft. (15 m) radius from the operator and
Trimmer.
6. If you are approached while operating the
Trimmer, stop the engine and cutting head
rotation.
7. Never allow children to operate the Trimmer.
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