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HAFT
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EDGE
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LIPPER
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PERATOR
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M
ANUAL
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AFETY
DECALS
Locate these safety decals on your unit. The complete unit illustration, found in the "DESCRIPTION" section, will help
you locate them. Make sure the decals are legible and that you understand and follow the instructions on them. If a decal
cannot be read, a new one can be ordered from your ECHO dealer. See PARTS ORDERING instructions for specific
information.
M
ANUAL
S
AFETY
S
YMBOLS
AND
I
MPORTANT
I
NFORMATION
Throughout this manual and on the product itself, you will find safety
alerts and helpful, information messages preceded by symbols or key
words. The following is an explanation of those symbols and key
words and what they mean to you.
This symbol accompanied by the words WARNING
and DANGER calls attention to an act or condition that
can lead to serious personal injury to operator and
bystanders.
The circle with the slash symbol means whatever is
shown within the circle is prohibited.
IMPORTANT
The enclosed message provides
information necessary for the protection
of the unit.
NOTE
This enclosed message provides tips for
use, care and maintenance of the unit.
IMPORTANT
NOTE
WARNING
DANGER
This unit is not designed to insulate against hazards associated with the contact of wires
carrying electrical current.
To avoid possible injury/death due to electrical shock or other hazards. DO NOT operate unit if
any wires (power, telephone, cable, etc.) are closer than 15 feet (4/5 meters minimum distance,
to any part of the unit or operator.
WARNING
DANGER
This unit can be dangerous if used improperly. • Falling objects and/or blade
contact can cause serious injury to operator, helpers and bystanders. • Keep
helpers and bystanders at least 50 feet (15m) clear of operating area. • To reduce
injury risk, READ AND UNDERSTAND the operator's Manual, replacement copies
are available through your ECHO dealer. • Wear Protective clothing (head, hearing
and eye protection meeting ANSI standards) specified in the Operator's Manual.
• STOP engine before making repairs or blade adjustments. • Keep hand away from
blade.
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