Echo X7522340000 Safety Manual page 51

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Grass/Weed
A blade used to cut soft, light vegetation, such as grass
Blade
and weeds. Not for use in clearing brush, saplings, or
small trees.
GT
Grass Trimmer (Curved Shaft). GT models cannot use a
metal blade.
Harness
An adjustable shoulder strap used to support a trimmer
or brushcutter. Helps operator control unit by providing
a stable support and reducing fatigue. Required for all
Brushcutter applications.
Head
Helmet-like device that protects the head from falling
Protection
materials.
Hearing
Protective devices such as ear plugs orear muffs that
Protection
protect hearing by reducing exposure to harmful noises.
Devices
Hedge Clipper
A cutting device with reciprocating blades. Used to cut
hedges, shrubs, and ornamental vegetation.
Idle Speed
The normal running speed of the engine when the throttle
trigger is not depressed.
Kickout
The sudden and forceful action that occurs when a blade
propels itself out of a cut due to binding or pinching of the
blade.
Manual Line
A line head that requires manual indexing of cutting line.
Head
Maxi-Cut
A cutting head with 3 straight blades that can be used
Blade
in place of a nylon line head. When the blade rotates,
centrifugal force causes the blades to fully extend, creating
a wide cutting swath.
Maximum
The largest diameter material that can be cut by the cutting
Diameter Cut
attachment.
Muffler
Provides protective barrier around muffler. Helps prevent
Housing
accidental contact with muffler when unit is hot.
PAS
Power Attachment Series - System consisting of an engine
power source, drive shaft, and a variety of optional work
attachments that can be changed as needed.
Power Head
Engine assembly - includes engine, clutch, fuel system,
ignition system, air filter, and recoil starter.
Protective
Clothing that provides protection from work place hazards
Clothing
that can cause cuts, scratches, or contact injuries.
Pruner
A cutting device used to cut small limbs and branches from
trees, bushes, and shrubs.
Purge Bulb
Draws fuel mix from gas tank to carburetor. Helps engine
to start by removing air from fuel line.
Push and Pull
Reactive forces that push the unit toward the operator, or
that pull the unit away from the operator.
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