Echo DHC-30 Operator's Manual page 10

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Eye Protection --
Eye protection goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 requirements must be
worn whenever you operate the hedge clipper.
Dust Protection --
Wear face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
Hand Protection --
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the
Hedge Clipper handles. Gloves also help reduce the transmission of
machine vibration to your hands. Special vibration reducing gloves
such as ECHO's Pro-Comfort are designed to provide additional
comfort.
WARNING DANGER
Hedge Clipper Blades are very sharp. Wear gloves to protect hands.
Hearing Protection --
Wear hearing protection. OSHA requires the use of hearing protection
if this unit is used 2 hours per day or more. ECHO recommends
wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.
Proper Clothing --
Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;
- Pants with long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
- Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
- DO NOT WEAR LOOSE CLOTHING,BECAUSE IT CAN GET
CAUGHT IN HEDGE CLIPPER MOVING PARTS.
- DO NOT WEAR SHORTS.
- DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARFS,JEWELRY.
Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid 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.