Tanaka PF-2600 User Manual

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Owner’s Manual 
PF-2600 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Warnings and safety instructions. 
 
Operator Safety 
• 
Never let a child or inexperienced person 
operate the machine. 
• 
Never start or run the engine inside a closed 
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can 
kill. 
 
Equipment Safety 
• 
Inspect the engine and equipment before each 
use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel 
leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place 
and securely fastened. 
• 
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or 
damaged in any way before using the engine 
and equipment. 
 
Fuel Safety 
• 
Mix and pour fuel outdoors and where there are 
no sparks or flames. 
• 
Use a container approved for fuel. 
• 
Do not smoke or allow smoking near fuel or the 
tool or while using the tool. 
• 
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine. 
• 
Move at least 3 m (10 ft) away from fueling site 
before starting engine. 
• 
Stop engine before removing fuel cap. 
• 
Empty the fuel tank before storing.  It is 
recommended that the fuel be emptied after 
each use. If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel 
will not leak. 
• 
Store engine and fuel in area where fuel vapors 
cannot reach sparks or open flames from water 
heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces, 
etc. 
 
Maintenance Safety 
• 
Maintain the engine and equipment according to 
recommended procedures. 
• 
Disconnect the spark plug before performing 
maintenance except for carburetor adjustments. 
• 
Keep others away when making carburetor 
adjustments. 
• 
Use only genuine replacement parts as 
recommended by the manufacturer. 
 
Transport and storage 
• 
Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank, 
and secure the engine and equipment before 
storing or transporting in a vehicle. 
• 
Empty the fuel tank before storing. It is 
recommended that the fuel be emptied after 
each use.  
If fuel is left in the tank, store so fuel will not 
leak. 
• 
Store out of the reach of children. 
• 
Clean the unit carefully and store it in a dry 
place. 
• 
Make sure engine switch is off when trans-
porting or storing. 
 
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, 
take care and use good judgment. Contact your dealer if 
you need assistance. 
 
Pay special attention to statements preceded by the 
following words: 
 
WARNING! 
Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or 
loss of life, if instructions are not followed. 
 
CAUTION! 
Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment 
damage, if instructions are not followed. 
 
NOTE! 
Helpful information for correct function and use.
 
WARNING 
Read, understand and follow all warnings 
and instructions in this manual and on 
the unit. 
It is important that you read, fully understand and observe the following safety precautions
and warnings for use of this engine, as well as the equipment it powers. Careless or improper
use may cause serious or fatal injury. 
The engine exhaust from this product 
contains chemicals known to the State 
of California to cause cancer, birth 
defects and other reproductive harm.