Echo Power Pruner PPT-266LA Operator's Manual page 9

PPT-226LA
The components of this machine generate an electromagnetic
field during operation, which can interfere with some
pacemakers. Reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons
with pacemakers should consult with their physician and the
pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the
absence of such information, ECHO does not recommend the
use of this machine by anyone who has a pacemaker.
Extended Operation and Extreme Conditions
Prolonged exposure to cold and/or vibration can result in injury.
Read and follow all safety and operation instructions to
minimize risk of injury. Failure to follow instructions can result
in painful wrist/hand/arm injuries.
It is believed that a condition called Raynaud's Phenomenon, which affects
the fingers of certain individuals, may be brought about by exposure to
vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold may cause tingling and
burning sensations, followed by loss of color and numbness in the fingers.
The following precautions are strongly recommended, because the
minimum exposure, which might trigger the ailment, is unknown.
• Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles, hands, and
wrists.
• Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous arm exercises
during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking.
• Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs where operating
the unit or other hand-held power equipment is not required.
• If you experience discomfort, redness, and swelling of the fingers
followed by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physician before
further exposing yourself to cold and vibration.
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