Echo SRM-225I manual Operation with blades, Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use

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operation with blades

Preparing the Trimmer/Brush Cutter for Blade Use

WARNING

Blade use DEMANDS specific Brush Cutter configuration. Operation without specified shield, barrier bar or U- handle, and harness can result in serious personal injury. Follow installation instructions included in optional kits.

Grass/Weed Blades Require:

Install Blade Conversion Kit, Includes metal shield (A), barrier bar (B), and shoulder harness (C).

NOTE

The Barrier Bar is used to restrict rearward movement of the unit. The Barrier Bar is NOT A HANDLE and should not be gripped when using or carrying the unit.

Brush/Clearing Blades Require:

Install U-Handle / Blade Conversion Kit, Includes metal shield (A), shoulder harness with hip pad (C), and U-Handles (D).

A

B

C

D

A

C

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