Echo HEDGE TRIMMERS SAFETY MANUAL - Manual (Page 18)

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OPERATION
The exhaust produced by Gasoline-powered equipment
is hot, and can cause burns or ignite nearby flammable
materials. Never blow engine exhaust against your
body or toward flammable materials. The muffler and
surrounding area become extremely hot during use, and
can cause serious burns if touched.
Cutting
To cut, hold the hedge clipper firmly with two hands, with
thumbs wrapped around the handles for a secure grip.
Squeeze the throttle trigger slowly to accelerate the
engine, and carefully feed the blades into the material to
be cut.
Obey these important precautions when cutting:
•
ALWAYS use two hands to operate your hedge
clipper. DO NOT operate the unit one-handed. If the
hedge clipper slips out of your hands, DO NOT
attempt to catch the unit -- let the unit fall to the
ground. If you grasp the cutting blades, serious
personal injury may occur. Reduce the possibility of
slipping by using a firm grip with thumbs and fingers
encircling each handle.
•
ALWAYS cut using a stable stance with both feet on
the ground. Be alert for hazards such as slippery
surfaces, stairs, and landscaping features such as
rocks, edging, and other items that can affect stable
footing.
•
ALWAYS wear appropriate personal protective
equipment to provide protection to face, eyes,
hearing, and hands. Wear protective clothing to
minimize risk of cuts, scrapes, and burns.
•
NEVER stand on a ladder or other temporary plat-
form. You can fall or slip, and injure yourself or
others. Use a shaft-mounted hedge clipper to reach
tall bushes and shrubs.
Work
Gloves
Boots
Long Pants
Always wear proper clothing when
using the hedge clipper.
S a f e t y
Goggles