Personal Condition And Safety Equipment - Echo PB-2155 Operator's Manual

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PERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Power Blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower is used improperly and
or safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a blower.
Physical Condition --
Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:
- if you are over 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 goggles that meet ANSI Z 87.1 eye protection requirements
whenever you operate the blower.
Hand Protection --
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the
blower handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine
vibration to your hands.
Breathing Protection --
Wear a face mask to protect against dust.
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 nonskid soles;
- DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,
- DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
WARNING DANGER