2. Warnings and safety instructions.
Operator safety
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WARNING!
The tree-service chain saws (ECS-3300 / 3301,
TCS-3300S / 3301S) are designed especially
for tree care and surgery. Only persons trained
in tree care and surgery may use this saw.
Observe all literature, procedures and
recommendations from the relevant
professional organization. Failure to do so
constitutes a high accident risk. We recommend
always using a rising platform for sawing in
trees. Rappelling techniques are extremely
dangerous and require special training. The
operator must be trained in and be familiar
with the use of safety equipment and working
and climbing techniques. Always use the
restraining equipment for both the operator
and the saw.
Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.
Gloves should be used when sharpening
chain.
Always wear safety protective equipment such
as jacket, trousers, gloves, boots with steel
toe-caps and non-slip soles whenever you use
a chain saw. For working in trees the safety
boots must be suitable for climbing
techniques. Do not wear loose clothing,
jewelry, short pants. sandals or go barefoot.
Secure hair so it is above shoulder length.
Do not operate this tool when you are tired, ill
or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medication.
Never let a child or inexperienced person
operate the machine.
Wear hearing protection.
Never start or run the engine inside a closed
room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes
can kill.
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
Keep hands away from cutting equipment.
Do not grab or hold the unit by the cutting
equipment.
When the unit is turned off, make sure the
cutting attachment has stopped before the unit
is set down.
When operation is prolonged, take a break
from time to time so that you may avoid
possible whitefinger disease which is caused
by vibration.
The operator must obey the local regulations
of cutting area.
Unit / machine safety
Inspect the entire unit/machine before each
use. Replace damaged parts. Check for fuel
leaks and make sure all fasteners are in place
and securely tightened.
Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or
damaged in any way before using the
unit/machine.
Make sure the safety guard is properly
attached.
Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
Use only accessories as recommended for
this unit/machine by the manufacturer.
Never let the chain strike any obstacle.
If the chain makes contact, the machine
should be stopped and checked carefully.
Make sure the automatic oiler is working.
Keep the oil tank filled with clean oil. Never let
chain run dry on the bar.
All chainsaw service, other than the items
listed in the operator's/owner's manual, should
be performed by competent chain-saw service
personnel. (For example, if improper tools are
used to remove the flywheel or if an improper
tool is used to hold the flywheel in order to
remove the clutch, structural damage to the
flywheel could occur and could subsequently
cause the flywheel to burst.)
WARNING!
Never modify the unit/machine in any way.
Do not use your unit/machine for any job
except that for which it is intended.
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WARNING!
Never use chain saw without any safety
equipment or that has faulty safety
equipment. It could result in serious
personal injury.
WARNING!
Using guide bar/chain other than
recommended by the manufacturer which is
not approved, could result in a high risk of
personal accidents or injury.
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 unit/machine or while using the
unit/machine.
Wipe up all fuel spills before starting engine.
Move at least 3 m away from fueling site
before starting engine.
Stop engine before removing fuel cap.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the
unit/machine. 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 unit/machine and fuel in area where fuel
vapors cannot reach sparks or open flames
from water heaters, electric motors or
switches, furnaces, etc.
WARNING!
Antivibration systems do not guarantee that
you will not sustain whitefinger 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.
Cutting safety
Do not cut any material other than wood or
wooden objects.
For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol
protection mask when cutting the wood after
insecticide has been applied.
Keep others including children, animals,
bystanders and helpers outside the hazard
zone. Stop the engine immediately if you are
approached.
Hold the unit/machine firmly with both hands.
Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-
reach.
Keep all parts of your body away from the
muffler and cutting attachment when the
engine is running.
Keep Bar/Chain below waist level.
Before felling a tree, the operator must be
accustomed to the sawing techniques of the
chain saw.
Be sure of pre-plan a safe exit from a falling
tree.
While cutting, hold saw firmly with both hands
with thumb firmly locked around front handle,
and stand with feet well balanced and your
body balanced.
Stand to the side of the saw when cutting -
never directly behind it.
Always keep the spiked bumper face to a tree,
bacause the chain may suddenly be drawn
into a tree.
Be alert against kickback (when saw kicks up
and back at operator). Never cut with the nose
of the bar.
Maintenance safety
Maintain the unit/machine 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 Tanaka replacement parts
as recommended by the manufacturer.
WARNING!
Improper maintenance could result in
serious engine damage or in serious
personal injury.
Transport and storage
Carry the unit/machine by hand with the
engine stopped and the muffler away from
your body.
Allow the engine to cool, empty the fuel tank,
and secure the unit/machine before storing or
transporting in a vehicle.
Empty the fuel tank before storing the
unit/machine. 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 unit/machine out of the reach of
children.
Clean the unit carefully and store it in a dry
place.
Make sure engine switch is off when
transporting or storing.
When transporting in a vehicle, cover chain
with chain cover.
If situations occur which are not covered in this
manual, take care and use common sense.
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.
CAUTION!
Do not disassemble the recoil starter on
TCS-3300S/ 3301S. You may get a possibility
of personal injury with recoil spring.