Operator Safety - Echo SB Safety Manual

OPERATOR SAFETY

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Echo GT Grass trimmers and SRM trimmer-brush
cutters are powerful, professional-grade tools designed
for applications such as trimming grass and light
weeds, and when properly configured (SRM/PAS/SB /
straight shaft only), cutting brush, woody growth, and
small saplings and trees.
PAS Pro Attachment Series and SB units can be
equipped with a wide variety of lawn and landscaping
attachments for tasks ranging from edging to pruning,
allowing operators to perform an entire range of appli-
cations with just one powerhead.
PE Power Edgers provide precise edging action for
maintaining lawn borders in residential and commercial
landscaping. Edgers can also be equipped with an
attachment that quickly cleans out cracks and joints in
sidewalks, driveways, paved areas, and other hard
surfaces.
When used properly, these tools save time, reduce effort, and make difficult landscaping tasks
easy. If handled carelessly or used improperly, they can cause severe injury or death.
Before using this equipment, you must:
• Read and understand this Safety Manual
• Read and understand the Operator's Manual provided with your unit.
• Read and understand the Manual provided with any blade, attachment, or accessory that
will be used.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing
• Make sure all others who use the equipment have read and understand the manuals before
fueling or operating the tool.
• Clear the work area of bystanders and pets.
• Clear the work area of debris and other work hazards
• Make sure you have safe, unobstructed footing
• Make sure the area to be cut is free of obstacles and hidden hazards
• Safely prepare the fuel/oil mix
• Fuel your unit safely
• Store the fuel and 2-stroke oil containers safely.
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