Tanaka AST-210 Benutzerhandbuch

 
 
 

 
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Operator Safety 

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Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.  

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Always wear heavy, long pants, boots and gloves. Do not 

wear loose clothing, jewelry, short pants, sandals or go 

barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder length. 

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Do not operate that tool when you are tired, ill or under the 

influence of alcohol, drugs or medication. 

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Never let a child or inexperienced person operate the 

machine. 

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Wear hearing protection. 

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Never start or run the engine inside a closed room or 

building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill. 

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Keep handles free of oil and fuel. 

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Keep hands away from cutting equipment. 

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Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting equipment. 

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When the unit is turned off, make sure the engine has 

stopped before the unit is set down. 

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When operation is prolonged, take a break from time to time 

so that you may avoid possible white finger disease, which is 

caused by vibration. 

 

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Inspect the entire tool before each use. Replace damaged 

parts. Check for fuel leaks and make sure all fasteners are in 

place and securely fastened. 

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Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any 

way before using the tool. 

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Make sure the safety guard is properly attached. 

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Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. 

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Use only accessories as recommended for this tools by the 

manufacturer. 

 

Never modify the tool in any way. Do not use the tool for any job 

except that for which it is intended. 

 

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Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are no sparks or 

flames. 

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Use a container approved for fuel. 

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Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the tool or while 

using the tool. 

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Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. 

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Move at least 3 m (10 ft) away from fueling site before 

starting engine. 

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Stop engine before removing fuel cap. 

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Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. It is 

recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use. If 

fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak. 

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Store tool and fuel in area where fuel vapors cannot reach 

sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or 

switches, furnaces, etc. 

 

Anti-vibration systems do not guarantee that you will not 

sustain white finger disease or carpal tunnel syndrome. 

Therefore, continual and regular users should monitor closely 

the condition of their hands and fingers. If any of the above 

symptoms appear, seek medical advice immediately. 

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Do not cut any material other than grass and brush. 

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Inspect the area to be cut before each use.  Remove objects 

which can be thrown or become entangled. 

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For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection mask 

when cutting the grass after insecticide is scattered. 

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Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and 

helpers outside the 15 m (50ft)  hazard zone. Stop the 

engine immediately if you are approached. 

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Always keep the engine on the right side of your body.  

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Hold the tool firmly with both hands. 

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Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach. 

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Keep all parts of your body away from the muffler and 

cutting attachment when the engine is running. 

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Keep the cutting attachment below waist level. 

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Maintain the tool according to recommended procedures. 

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Disconnect the spark plug before performing maintenance 

except for carburetor adjustments. 

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Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments. 

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Use only genuine replacement parts as recommended by the 

manufacturer. 

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Carry the tool by hand with the engine stopped and the 

muffler away from your body. 

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Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, and secure the 

tool before storing or transporting in a vehicle. 

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Empty the fuel tank before storing the tool. It is 

recommended that the fuel be emptied after each use.  

If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not leak. 

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Store tool out of the reach of children. 

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Clean the unit carefully and store it in a dry place. 

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Make sure engine switch is off when transporting or storing. 

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When transporting in a vehicle, cover blade with blade cover. 

 

If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take care and 

use good judgment. Contact your dealer if you need assistance. 

 

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Do not press the “Start Button” while recharging the battery. 

If pressed, it would result in damage to the battery charger.  

The batter charger must be disconnected from the unit 

before starting. 

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Do not attempt to charge the battery with other than the 

Tanaka charger.  Do not attempt to charge other batteries 

with the Tanaka charger.  The charger and the battery have 

specific voltage requirements and are designed to work only 

if connected together. 

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The charger is designed for standard household electrical 

power.  Do not attempt to use any other voltage. 

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Do not expose the charger and battery to rain or snow. 

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Do not store the unit or its charger where temperatures 
reach 125

°

 F (51

°

 C) or below 25

°

 F (-32

°

 C). 

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Do not short circuit or in any way alter the charging system 

since it would result in damage to the battery and/or the 

unit. 

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Do not store or operate near open flames since it might 

cause the battery to burst and/or release toxic material. 

 

Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words: 

 

Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life, if 

instructions are not followed. 

Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage, if 

instructions are not followed. 

Helpful information for correct function and use.