Safe Operation - Echo HCAA-2400A Operator's Manual

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SAFE OPERATION

DETERMINE OPERATION AREA
- Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could
contribute to unsafe conditions. DO NOT operate unit if any wires
(power, telephone, cable, etc.) are closer than 5 m to any part of
the operator or unit.
- Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and
animals prevented from coming nearer than 15 m while the Hedge
Clipper is in use.
Operation
Use Proper Clothing & Equipment
- Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person
working within the 15 m Safety Zone with the required Protective
Equipment and clothing.
- Check that loop (front) handle and shoulder strap/ or shoulder/
waist harness is adjusted for safe, comfortable operation.
Avoid Hot Surfaces
- During operation, the complete unit, especially the drive shaft
housing, power head, muffler area and gear box may become very
hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after
operation.
Keep A Firm Grip
- Hold the front and rear handles with both hands with thumbs and
fingers tightly encircling the handles.
Keep A Solid Stance
- Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery,
uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on
ladders. Do not over reach.
Adjust Cutting Angle
- Never adjust blade angle while standing.
- Only adjust cutting angle with unit resting flat on the ground, with
the switch in the "STOP" position.
15 m
15 m