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Carefully read the
operator's manual
Safety alert
Wear eyes, ears and
head protection
S
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AFETY
NSTRUCTIONS
PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Trimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperly
or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a
trimmer/brush cutter.
Physical Condition
Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:
• if you are tired or sick,
• if you are taking medication,
• if you have taken alcohol or drugs.
Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.
Eye Protection
Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE
requirements whenever you operate the unit.
Hand Protection
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your
grip on the unit handles. Gloves also reduce the transmis-
sion of machine vibration to your hands.
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Wear foot protection
and gloves
Warning!
Thrown objects!
Usage without shield
not permitted
WARNING
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DO NOT USE
BLADES - Line
Head Only
DANGER
Hearing Protection
ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever
unit is used.
Proper Clothing
Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;
• Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
• DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,
• DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY.
Wear sturdy work shoes with non-skid soles;
• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,
• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
Hot Humid Weather
Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue
which may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for
early morning or late afternoon hours when temperatures
are cooler.
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The maximum speed of
the cutting attachment
shaft in r/min
ns10000/min
(rev/min)
Keep bystanders away
15m
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