Operator Safety, Protective Equipment

SAFETY

WARNING DANGER

ENGINE DRILL USERS RISK INJURY TO THEMSELVES AND OTHERS IF THE ENGINE DRILL IS USED IMPROPERLY, AND/OR SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. PROPER CLOTHING AND SAFETY GEAR MUST BE WORN WHEN OPERATING ENGINE DRILL.

OPERATOR SAFETY

•Read this Engine drill Operator’s Manual carefully. Be sure you understand how to operate this unit properly before you use it.

•Be familiar with all the controls and the proper use of the machine.

•Wear proper clothing to protect legs and other exposed parts of your body.

•Wear non-skid sole shoes. Do not wear open- toed shoes or operate unit while bare footed.

•Wear eye and hearing protection devices.

•Use caution when handling fuel. Put the caps back tightly on both the fuel can and the engine drill fuel tank.

Move at least 3 m (10 feet) from the refueling point and be sure there is no leakage of fuel from the fuel tank cap or the fuel system before starting the engine.

•Operate this gasoline powered engine equipment in a well-ventilated area only.

•Start the unit on the ground with the throttle set at idle. Do not start if the drills are obstructed by the ground or any other object.

•Never allow children to use the machine.

•Do not allow anyone to hold the material you are drilling.

•Keep a firm grip on the engine drill with both hands, the right hand on the front handle, the left hand on the rear handle.

WARNING DANGER

ALWAYS STOP THE ENGINE WHEN A DRILL JAM OCCURS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE AN OBJECT CAUSING A DRILL JAM IF THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. PHYSICAL INJURY CAN OCCUR IF A DRILL JAM IS REMOVED AND THE DRILLS START MOVING.

•Do all drilling at full throttle speed. Drilling at less at than full speed can damage the clutch by allowing it to slip.

WARNING DANGER

USE A FIRM GRIP WITH THUMBS AND FINGERS ENCIRCLING THE HANDLES. A FIRM GRIP WILL HELP YOU KEEP CONTROL OF THE ENGINE DRILL. NEVER OPERATE THE ENGINE DRILL ONLY ONE HAND OR BODILY INJURY CAN OCCUR.

•Always carry the engine drill with the engine stopped and the HOT muffler away from your body.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

•Always wear eye protection goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards.

•Wear hearing protection.

ECHO recommends that hearing protection be worn at all times.

•Dress properly! Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery, they can be caught in moving parts. Use of sturdy gloves, non-skid footwear, and safety glasses is recommended.

•While operating the machine always be sure of a secure position.