Echo PAS Series, Safety Manual

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ENGLISH
WARNING
Edger operation may scatter ground debris that can cause unstable
or slippery footing, and increase the risk of slips and falls. Always
maintain proper footing and balance while operating edger. Stop
unit if necessary, and remove excessive debris from work path be -
fore continuing.
• ALWAYS maintain control using a secure,
wrap-around, two-handed grip when operating
the power edger. If the edger strikes a buried
object, it may kick up and out of the edging cut
forcefully, causing serious injury.
• NEVER operate with unit on left side of
operator. Use only on right side of body to
keep operator out of edger debris flow.
• ALWAYS maintain a stable, balanced stance,
and use extra care when walking on uneven,
slippery, or sloping surfaces.
• ALWAYS
use extreme care when walking on
wet surfaces. Wet surfaces reduce traction,
and increase the risk of slips and falls.
• ALWAYS be aware of ground and walkway
conditions in the work area, and be prepared to
maintain balance and footing when conditions
change.
• ALWAYS check edging area for all potential
hazards before edging, and remove objects
that can be thrown or cause kick-out.
• NEVER edge where the cut line passes directly
over buried hazards such as sprinkler pipes,
electric wiring, gas lines, or other similar
hazards.
• NEVER operate edger in any area where
electric extension cords are on the ground.
• NEVER use edger in gravel, rocky soil, or
in areas with hard ground cover such as
decorative rocks.
• NEVER attempt to clear debris build-up from
debris shield by tapping shield against the
ground.
• ALWAYS shut engine off, wait for blade to
stop, and disconnect spark plug wire. Remove
debris with a small non-scratching scraper.
Wear gloves to protect hands from contact with sharp edges and hot
surfaces.
ENGINE
OFF
Edger Operator in
Operating Position
Prohibition - Edger
Operation w/Electric
Cord on Ground
Debris Removal with
Scraper
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OPERATION