Safety; Safety Alert Symbol; Fire Hazard Information; Before Operating - Echo WT-1610SP Operator's Manual

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SAFETY

Section

1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

The Owner/Operator's manual uses this symbol to alert
you of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol,
read and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure
to obey the safety message could result in personal injury,
death or property damage.
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

1.2 FIRE HAZARD INFORMATION

Operation of this equipment may create sparks that
can start fires around dry vegetation. This unit may be
equipped with a spark arrester to prevent discharge of
hot particles from the engine. The
spark arrester may be a standard or
an optional part, depending on the
engine type. In some areas, it is illegal
to operate an engine without a spark
arrester. Check local, state, and federal
laws and regulations. A spark arrester
is available from authorized servicing
dealers.
The engine on your power equipment, like most outdoor
power equipment, is an internal combustion engine that
burns gasoline or diesel fuel (hydrocarbons). If operating
your power equipment in affected areas, it must be
equipped with a spark arrestor in continuous effective
working order. The spark arrestor must be attached to the
engine exhaust system in such a manner that flames or
heat from the system will not ignite flammable material.
Failure of the owner/operator of the equipment to comply
with federal, state, and local laws may subject him or her
to fines and/or other penalties. Contact your local fire
marshal or forest service for specific information about
which regulations apply in your area.
The standard muffler installed on the engine is spark
arrestor capable. Spark arrestors require regular
maintenance. See the Service & Maintenance section of
this manual for more information.
Metal cutting components, including the mow ball, can
also create sparks if they strike rocks, metal, or other
hard objects. Contact local fire authorities for laws or
regulations regarding fire prevention requirements.

1.3 BEFORE OPERATING

1. Read and understand this owner's manual. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and
operating decals on this equipment and on any of its
attachments or accessories.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace
missing or illegible safety decals.
4. Obtain and wear safety glasses and
use hearing protection at all times
when operating this machine.
5. Avoid wearing loose fitted clothing.
Never operate this machine while
wearing clothing with drawstrings that could wrap
around or get caught in the machine.
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