Echo SB Safety Manual page 37

WARNING
Edger operation may scatter ground debris that
can cause unstable or slippery footing, and in-
crease the risk of slips and falls. Always maintain
proper footing and balance while operating edger.
Stop unit if necessary, and remove excessive
debris from work path before continuing.
• ALWAYS maintain control using a secure, wrap-
around, two-handed grip when operating the power
edger. If the edger strikes a buried object, it may
kick up and out of the edging cut forcefully, causing
serious injury.
• NEVER operate with unit on left side of operator.
Use only on right side of body to keep operator out
of edger debris flow.
• ALWAYS maintain a stable, balanced stance, and
use extra care when walking on uneven, slippery, or
sloping surfaces.
• ALWAYS use extreme care when walking on wet
surfaces. Wet surfaces reduce traction, and in-
crease the risk of slips and falls.
• ALWAYS be aware of ground and walkway condi-
tions in the work area, and be prepared to maintain
balance and footing when conditions change.
• ALWAYS check edging area for all potential haz-
ards before edging, and remove objects that can be
thrown or cause kick-out.
• NEVER edge where the cut line passes directly
over buried hazards such as sprinkler pipes, electric
wiring, gas lines, or other similar hazards.
• NEVER operate edger in any area where electric
extension cords are on the ground.
• NEVER use edger in gravel, rocky soil, or in areas
with hard ground cover such as decorative rocks.
• NEVER attempt to clear debris build-up from debris
shield by tapping shield against the ground.
ALWAYS shut engine off, wait for blade to stop, and
disconnect spark plug wire. Remove debris with a
small non-scratching scraper. Wear gloves to
protect hands from contact with sharp edges and hot
surfaces.
OPERATION
Edger Operator in Operating
Position
Prohibition - Edger Operation
w/Electric Cord on Ground
Debris Removal with Scraper
ENGINE
OFF
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