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Heavy-Duty Use - Plastic, Nylon, or
Metal Blades:
Install U-Handle / Blade Conversion Kit, P/N
99944200561 - Includes metal shield (A), shoulder
harness with hip pad (B), and U-Handles (D).
P
RE
- O
PERATION
OPERATION
WITH
BLADES
Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use
WARNING
DANGER
Blade use
DEMANDS
specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, handle, and harness
can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions included in optional kits.
A
D
Choosing the Correct Blade
WARNING
DANGER
The type of Blade used
MUST
be matched to the type and size of material cut. An improper or dull blade can cause
serious personal injury. Blades
MUST
be sharp. Dull blades increase the chance of kick out and injury to yourself
and bystanders.
B
C
A
B
Light-Duty Use - Plastic, Nylon, or Metal
Blades:
Install Balde Conversion Kit, P/N 99944200415 - Includes
metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and shoulder harness (C).
NOTE
The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE and should not be
gripped when using or carrying the unit.
NOTE
The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. For heavy-duty or extended use, U-handles should
be used. See your Echo dealer or Trimmer/Brush Cutter Safety Manual for details regarding U-Handles. If you have
additional questions, contact your Echo Service Dealer, or call Echo directly at 1-800-673-1558.
