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PERSONAL
CONDITION
AND
SAFETY
EQUIPMENT
WARNING DANGER
Power Blower users risk injury to themselves and others if the power blower is used improperly and or safety precau-
tions 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 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 eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements
whenever you operate the blower.
Hand Protection
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the
Blower handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine
vibration to your hands.
Breathing Protection --
Wear a face mask to protect against breathing 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.
