Pruner Safety; Fuel Safety - Maruyama P23 Manual Del Operador

Pruner Safety

1. Make sure the Unit is assembled correctly and that the
guide bar and chain are correctly installed and securely
fastened as instructed in the Assembly section.
2. Inspect the Unit before each use. Replace damaged parts.
Check for fuel leaks. Make sure all fasteners are in place
and tightened securely. Follow the maintenance inst-
ructions beginning on page US-19.
3. Make sure the chain does not move at engine idle speed.
Refer to Idle Speed Adjustment, page US-19.
4. Inspect the chain and guide bar and replace any parts that
are cracked, worn or damaged before using the Pruner.
5. Never use a cutting chain or replacement parts that are not
approved by MARUYAMA.
6. Maintain the Pruner according to the recommended
maintenance intervals and procedures in the Maintenance
section.
7. Shut off the engine and be certain the cutting chain has
completely stopped moving before inverting the Pruner,
performing maintenance on or working on the Pruner
machine.
8. 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 Pruner to your servicing
dealer for repair.

Fuel Safety

1. Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled
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 Pruner, or while using the
Pruner.
4. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop filling 1/4-1/2 inch
(6 mm-13 mm) from the top of the tank.
5. Wipe up any spilled fuel before starting the engine.
6. Move the Pruner at least 10 feet (3 m) 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 storing
the unit.
10. Store fuel and Pruner 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.
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