Stihl TS 440 Instruction Manual page 9

THE USE OF THE POWER TOOL
Transporting the STIHL Cutquik
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from
unintended activation and/or contact
with a moving wheel, always shut off the
engine before putting the machine down
or carrying it. The abrasive cutting wheel
continues to rotate (coast down) for a
few seconds after the throttle trigger is
released and before the brake engages.
If faster stoppage time is required, bring
the wheel to a stop by lightly contacting
the bottom of the wheel with a hard
surface. Carrying a cut-off machine with
the wheel turning or the engine running
is extremely dangerous. Contact with a
moving wheel, even if the engine is
turned off, can result in severe personal
injury or death, and accidental
acceleration of the engine can cause the
wheel to rotate if the engine is still
running. Avoid touching the hot muffler
or allowing it to touch you.
WARNING
Always protect the cutting wheel from
accidentally hitting the ground or any
other objects, which can increase the
risk of serious personal injury or death
from a shattered composite cutting
wheel, from loss of diamond cutting
wheel segments or from loss of control.
Transporting by hand: When carrying
your cut-off machine by hand, the
engine must be shut off and the rotating
wheel stopped, and the cut-off machine
must be correctly positioned. Grip the
TS 440
front handle and place the muffler at the
side away from the body with the cutting
attachment to the rear.
Transporting by vehicle: Properly secure
your cut-off machine to prevent turnover,
fuel spillage and damage to the cut-off
machine. Never transport your cut-off
machine with a cutting wheel mounted.
A wheel damaged during transportation
can cause serious personal injury or
death.
Fuel
Your STIHL cut-off machine uses an oil-
gasoline mixture for fuel. See the
chapter "Fuel" in this instruction manual.
WARNING
Gasoline is an extremely
flammable fuel. If spilled
and ignited by a spark or
other ignition source, it
can cause fire and seri-
ous burn injury or
property damage. Use
extreme caution when
handling gasoline or a oil-
gasoline fuel mix. Do not
smoke or bring any fire or
flame near the fuel or the
power tool. Do not refuel
near any ignition source.
Note that combustible
fuel vapor may escape
from the fuel system or
gas can during fueling
operations.
WARNING
Dust or other debris may collect on the
powerhead, especially around the
carburetor, and may absorb gasoline,
resulting in a risk of fire. Clean dust and
debris from the powerhead regularly.
Fueling Instructions
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury and
property damage, fuel your cut-off
machine in well-ventilated areas,
outdoors. Always shut off the engine and
allow the machine to cool before
refueling. Never remove the fuel cap
near any ignition source.
Under certain conditions, gasoline vapor
pressure may build up inside the fuel
tank depending on the fuel used,
weather conditions and the condition of
the tank venting system. In order to
reduce the risk of burns and other
personal injury from escaping gas vapor
and fumes, allow the machine to cool
adequately before opening the cap. Do
not smoke. Remove the fuel filler cap
slowly and as described in this
instruction manual to allow any residual
pressure in the tank to release gradually.
Never remove the fuel filler cap while the
engine is still running.
Select bare ground for fueling and move
at least 10 feet (3 m) from the fueling
spot before starting the engine. Wipe off
any spilled fuel before starting your
machine. If gasoline has spilled or
contaminated your clothing, change
clothes before starting the power tool,
resuming work or approaching an
ignition source.
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