Operation - Echo SB Safety Manual

OPERATION

• Hold the unit with a secure, two-handed grip, and
wait for the engine to stall to a complete stop.
• After the engine stops, disconnect the spark plug
lead, and tag the unit to identify it as having a broken
STOP switch.
• Do not restart the unit. Have the unit repaired before
using it again.
OPERATION - GENERAL SAFETY
DANGER
Blade Hazard
Metal blades are extremely sharp, and have powerful
cutting action. Contact with moving blades or cutting
attachments will cause serious injury. Keep hands, feet,
and all other body parts away from moving blades and
cutting attachments at all times. Wear work gloves,
safety glasses, hearing protection, and protective
clothing.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, a poison-
ous gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of
consciousness, serious injury, or death. Start and
operate outdoors only.
Spark Hazard
All Echo equipment features spark-arresting mufflers as standard equipment. Spark arrestors
prevent hot, glowing particles of carbon from being discharged from the muffler. Operation
with a damaged, loose, or missing spark arrestor can result in fire.
Hot Exhaust/Burn Hazard
The exhaust produced by gasoline-powered equipment
is hot, and can cause burns or ignite nearby flammable
materials. Never blow engine exhaust against your
body or toward flammable materials. The muffler and
surrounding area become extremely hot during use, and
can cause serious burns if touched.
Finger Sever Hazard
Moving parts can amputate fingers or cause severe
injuries. Keep hands, clothing and loose objects away
from all openings. Always stop engine, disconnect
spark plug, and make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop before removing obstructions,
clearing debris, or servicing unit.
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Spark
Spark
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Plug
Wire