Echo HEDGE TRIMMERS SAFETY MANUAL - Manual (Page 14)

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Fuel Mix
WARNING
2-Stroke engine oil contains petroleum distillates and
other additives that may be harmful if swallowed.
Heated oil can release vapors that can cause flash fire,
or ignite with explosive force. Read and follow the oil
manufacturer’s instructions, and observe all safety
warnings and precautions for handling flammable
liquids.
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KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. CALL PHYSI-
CIAN OR A POISON CONTROL CENTER IMMEDI-
ATELY.
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AVOID prolonged contact with skin.
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WEAR SAFETY GLASSES when mixing or han-
dling.
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AVOID repeated or prolonged skin contact.
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AVOID inhaling oil mists or vapors.
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ALWAYS wipe up spills promptly - spills may create
a slip hazard if not attended to
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NEVER store oil in open or unmarked containers.
Also, follow these important safe-handling precautions
to minimize risk of explosion or fire when preparing
fuel/oil mix:
•••••
ALWAYS prepare fuel/oil mix in an approved fuel
container
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ALWAYS follow mixing instructions in Operator’s
Manuals.
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ALWAYS make sure fuel container caps are tightly
secured before shaking container to mix fuel and
oil.
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ALWAYS store fuel containers in a safe location,
with caps and vents sealed tightly.
For more detailed safety and first aid information, visit
the oil manufacturer’s website for a copy of the Material
Safety Data Sheet, or contact the oil company.
FUELING