Echo CH500H Owners Manual v.3 - Manual (Page 5)

5" and 8" Skid Steer Chipper
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Section
SAFETY
1. Read and understand this owner’s manual. Be
completely familiar with the controls and the proper
use of this equipment.
2. Familiarize yourself with all of the safety and operating
decals on this equipment and on any of its attachments
or accessories.
3. Keep safety decals clean and legible. Replace missing
or illegible safety decals.
4. Obtain and wear safety glasses and use hearing
protection at all times when operating this machine.
5. Avoid wearing loose fitted clothing. Never operate this
machine while wearing clothing with drawstrings that
could wrap around or get caught in the machine.
6. Do not operate this machine if you are under the
influence of alcohol, medications, or substances that
can affect your vision, balance or judgement. Do not
operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to
operate this machine safely.
7. Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of
bystanders. Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children. It is recommended
that bystanders keep at least 50 feet (15 meters) away
from the area of operation.
8. Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
9. Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
10. Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly
poison that is odorless, colorless and tasteless. Do not
operate this equipment in or near buildings, windows
or air conditioners.
11. Do not operate machine without shields in place.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
12. Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good
working condition.
13. Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the battery
and remove the ignition key where applicable.
14. Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine.
15. Do not transport or move machine while it is operating
or running.
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1.1 SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL 1.2 BEFORE OPERATING
DANGER
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme
situations, typically for ma chine components that, for
functional purposes, cannot be guarded.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and
includes hazards that are exposed when guards are
removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may
also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
The Owner/Operator’s manual uses this symbol to alert you
of potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read
and obey the safety message that follows it. Failure to obey
the safety message could result in personal injury, death or
property damage.