Echo Pro Attachment Series Operator's Manual page 22

SAFETY
5. Before use, check the supply cord and any extension cord for signs
of damage or aging. Do not use the machine if the cord is damaged
or worn. If the cord is damaged or worn during use, switch off the
machine and do not touch the cord before disconnecting it from the
supply. A damaged supply cord or extension cord may result in electric
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
6. Follow instructions for changing accessories. Improperly tightened
blade securing nuts or bolts may either damage the blade or result in it
becoming detached.
7. The rated rotational speed of the blade must be at least equal to the
maximum rotational speed marked on the machine. Blades running
faster than their rated rotational speed can break and fly apart.
8. Wear eye, ear, head, and hand protection. Adequate protective
equipment will reduce personal injury by flying debris or accidental contact
with the cutting line or blade.
9. While operating the machine, always wear non-slip and protective
footwear. Do not operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open
sandals. This reduces the chance of injury to the feet from contact with
the moving cutters or lines.
10. While operating the machine, always wear safety footwear. Do not
operate the machine when barefoot or wearing open sandals. This
reduces the chance of injury to the feet from contact with a moving cutter,
line, or blade.
11. While operating the machine, always wear long trousers. Exposed
skin increases the likelihood of injury from thrown objects.
12. Keep bystanders away while operating the machine. Thrown debris
can result in serious personal injury.
13. Always use two hands when operating the machine. Holding the
machine with both hands will avoid loss of control.
14. Hold the machine by insulated gripping surfaces only, because the
cutting line or blade may contact hidden wiring or its own cord.
Cutting line or blades contacting a "live" wire may make exposed metal
parts of the machine "live" and could give the operator an electric shock.
15. Always keep proper footing and operate the machine only when
standing on the ground. Slippery or unstable surfaces may cause a loss
of balance or control of the machine.
16. Do not operate the machine on excessively steep slopes. This reduces
the risk of loss of control, slipping and falling which may result in personal
injury.
17. When working on slopes, always be sure of your footing, always
work across the face of slopes, never up or down and exercise
extreme caution when changing direction. This reduces the risk of loss
of control, slipping and falling which may result in personal injury.
18. Keep the supply cord away from the cutter, line or blade. A damaged
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