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DPAS-2100
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© 12/2022 ECHO Incorporated
SAFETY
General Safety Warnings and Instructions
This section contains the prescribed general safety warnings and instructions
for battery-powered products contained in UL 2595 and for handheld tools,
transportable tools and lawn and garden machinery contained in UL 62841-
1. Additional important warnings and instructions are provided in subsequent
sections of this manual.
Important Safety Instructions
Handling the Product
Clear the Work Area
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Always clear the work area of foreign objects such as rocks, broken glass,
nails, wire, or string, which can be thrown or become entangled in the
cutting attachment, and check for any hidden hazards. Spectators and
fellow workers must be warned, and children and animals prevented from
coming nearer than 50 ft. (15 m) while the unit is in use.
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Outside the 50 ft. (15 m) zone, there is still a risk of injury from thrown
objects.
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Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection.
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If you are approached, stop the unit and cutting attachment.
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When a bladed unit is used, there is the added risk of injury to bystanders
being struck with the moving blade in the event of a blade thrust or other
unexpected reaction of the blade.
Keep a Firm Grip
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Always hold throttle handle and support handle with thumbs and fingers
tightly encircling the handles.
Keep a Solid Stance
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Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on slippery, uneven
or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd positions or on ladders. Do not
overreach.
Read all safety warnings, instructions, illustrations, and
specifications provided with this power tool. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, serious
injury and/or property damage.