H
EDGE
C
LIPPER
O
PERATOR
'
S
M
ANUAL
7
Hot Humid Weather
Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead
to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late afternoon
hours when temperatures are cooler.
50 FEET
(15 METERS)
GRIP
STANCE
SAFE
OPERATION
Determine Operation Area
- Review the area to be trimmed. Look for hazards that could contribute
to unsafe conditions. DO NOT operate unit if any wires (power,
telephone, cable, etc.) are closer than 15 feet (4.6 meters) to any part
of the operator or unit.
- Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and
animals prevented from coming nearer than 50 ft. (15 meters) while
the Hedge Clipper is in use.
Operation
Use Proper Clothing & Equipment
- Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person
working within the 50 ft. (15 M) Safety Zone with the required
Protective Equipment and clothing.
Avoid Hot Surfaces
- During operation, the complete unit, especially the drive shaft
housing, power head, muffler area and gear box may become very
hot, too hot to touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after
operation.
Keep A Firm Grip
- Hold the front and rear handles with both hands with thumbs and
fingers encircling the handles
Keep A Solid Stance
- 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 over reach.
