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Owner’s Manual
TED-210/TED-262L/R/DH/HS
2. Warnings and safety instructions
Operator safety
• Always wear a safety face shield or goggles.
• 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.
• Do not operate that 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 drilling equipment.
• Do not grab or hold the unit by the drilling equipment.
• When the unit is turned off, make sure the drilling 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.
Tool safety
• 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.
• Replace parts that are cracked, chipped or damaged in any
way before using the tool.
• Keep others away when making carburetor adjustments.
• Use only accessories as recommended for this tools by the
manufacturer.
WARNING!
Never modify the tool in any way. Do not use your drilling tool for
any job except that for which it is intended.
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 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.
• Store tool 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.
Drilling safety
• Do not drill any material other than that for which is
intended.
• Inspect the area to be drilled before each use. Remove
objects which can be thrown or become entangled.
• For respiratory protection, wear an aerosol protection mask
when drilling the area after insecticide is scattered.
• Keep others including children, animals, bystanders and
helpers outside the 5 m (17 ft.) hazard zone. Stop the engine
immediately if you are approached.
• Hold the tool firmly with both hands.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not over-reach.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the muffler and
drilling attachment when the engine is running.
Maintenance safety
• Maintain the tool 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
• Carry the tool 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
tool before storing or transporting in a vehicle.
• 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.
• Store tool 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 bit with bit cover or
rug.
If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, take care
and have good judgement. 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.