Electrical Safety; General Power Tool Safety Warnings; Personal Safety - Echo ECDST-58V Original Instructions Manual

WARNING!
The product is not intended to be used by children or
persons with reduced physical, mental, or sensory
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge.
Children should be adequately supervised to ensure
they do not play with the product.
TRAINING
■ Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product. Local regulations may
restrict the age of the operator.
■ Read the instructions carefully. Be familiar with all controls
and the proper use of the product.
■ Keep the area clear of all bystanders, children, and pets
while trimming. Stop the product if anyone enters the area.
■ Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or under
the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medicine.
■ Keep in mind that the operator or user is responsible for
accidents or hazards occurring to other people or their
property.
PREPARATION
■ Wear full eye and hearing protection while using the
product. If working in an area where there is a risk of
falling objects, head protection must be worn. Hearing
protection may restrict the operator's ability to hear
warning sounds. Pay particular attention to potential
hazards around and inside the working area.
■ Wear heavy, long trousers, boots, and gloves. Do not
wear loose fitting clothing, short trousers, jewellery of
any kind, or use with bare feet.
■ Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent
entanglement in moving parts.
■ Before use and after any impact, check that there are
no damaged parts. A defective switch or any part that
is damaged or worn should be properly repaired or
replaced by an authorised service centre.
■ Make sure the cutting attachment is properly installed
and securely fastened. Do not use the product unless
all guards, deflectors, and handles are properly and
securely attached.
■ Consider the environment in which you are working.
Keep the working area free from wires, sticks, stones,
and debris, which if struck by the cutter, can become
thrown objects.
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY
WARNINGS
WARNING!
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure
to follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fi re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instruction for future reference.
The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
WORK AREA SAFETY
■ Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
■ Do not operate power
atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks
which may ignite the dust or fumes.
■ Keep children and bystanders away while operating
a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

■ Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk
of electric shock.
■ Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
■ Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions.
Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of
electric shock.
■ Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
■ When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.
■ If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.

PERSONAL SAFETY

■ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools may
result in serious personal injury.
■ Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injury.
■ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the off-position before connecting to power
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