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Warning and Operational Labels
Read and follow this opera-
tor's manual. Failure to do so
could result in serious injury..
Wear eye and hearing pro-
tection at all times during
operation of this unit. Wear
head protection where there
is a risk of falling objects.
Beware of thrown or
richocheted objects
Make sure no one is
within 15 M / 50 feet of
an operating machine.
50 FEET
(15m
)
DO NOT
use this
unit with a blade!
DO NOT
operate this
unit with a blade unless
the unit is equipped with
a Shindawia-approved
handlebar or barrier.
Always wear a harness when
operating this unit with a blade.
A harness is also recommended
when using trimmer line.
If unit is used as a brushcutter,
beware of blade thrust. A jammed
blade can cause the unit to jerk
suddenly and may cause the oper-
ator to lose control of the unit.
Work Safely
Trimmers and brushcutters operate at very high speeds and can do serious damage or injury if they are misused or
abused.
Never allow a person without training or instruction to operate this unit!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
Safety
WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations.
WARNING!
Never operate
power equipment of any kind
if you are tired or if you are under the
influence of alcohol, drugs, medication
or any other substance that could affect
your ability or judgement.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgment
WARNING:
Surface can
be hot. Always wear gloves
when handling this unit.
WARNING!
The ignition components of this machine generate an electromagnetic field during operation which may interfere
with some pacemakers. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, persons with pacemakers should consult with their
physician and the pacemaker manufacturer before operating this machine. In the absence of such information, ECHO
does not recommend the use of ECHO products by anyone who has a pacemaker.
ALWAYS
wear eye protection to
shield against thrown objects.
ALWAYS
inspect unit before each
use. Replace any damaged parts.
NEVER
run the engine when trans-
porting the unit.
NEVER
run the engine indoors!
Make sure there is always good
ventilation. Fumes from engine
exhaust can cause serious injury or
death.
ALWAYS
stop the unit immediately if
it suddenly begins to vibrate or shake.
Inspect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
NEVER
extend trimming line beyond
the length specified for your unit.
ALWAYS
keep the unit as clean as
practical. Keep it free of loose vegeta-
tion, mud, etc.
ALWAYS
hold the unit firmly with both
hands when cutting or trimming, and
maintain control at all times.
ALWAYS
use the proper cutting tool for
the job.
ALWAYS
keep the handles clean.
ALWAYS
disconnect the spark plug wire
before performing any maintenance
work.
ALWAYS
, if a saw blade should bind
fast in a cut, shut off the engine imme-
diately. Push the branch or tree to ease
the bind and free the blade.
ALWAYS
clear your work area of trash
or hidden debris that could be thrown
back at you or toward a bystander.
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