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PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

•Always wear approved goggles to protect your eyes. Wood chips, dust, snapping branches and other debris can be thrown by the cutting chain into the operator’s facial area.

Goggles may also offer limited protection in the event of the cutting chain hitting the operator in the eye area. If conditions warrant that a ventilated face shield be worn, goggles must be worn underneath it.

•ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection at all times.

If not followed, hearing loss can occur.

You should reduce the risk of hearing damage by wearing either “headset” type protectors or ear plugs which are approved by an authorized organization.

Jewery

Ties, Cords, Strings

Fragile or open toed footwear

Loose clothing or open jacket

CAUTION

Stuffing ears with cotton is not recommended.

•All persons who make part of their living using chain saws should be tested periodically for hearing deterioration.

•Always wear a cap or hat when working with a chain saw. A safety hard hat is highly recommended when felling or working under trees, or when objects can fall on you.

•Wear heavy duty, non-slip gloves for improved grip, and also for protection against cold and vibration.

•Safety tip shoes or boots with non-slip sole should be worn.

•Never wear loose clothing, unbuttoned jackets, flared sleeves and cuffs, scarves, tie-strings, neckties, cords, chains, jewelry, etc. which could snag the saw chain or underbrush.

•Clothing should be of sturdy, protective material. It should be snug-fitting to resist snagging, but roomy enough for freedom of movement.

•Trouser legs should not be flared or cuffed, and should be either tucked into the boot tops or trimmed short.

FUEL

WARNING DANGER

•PETROL AND FUEL ARE EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE. IF SPILLED OR IGNITED BY IGNITION SOURCE, IT CAN CAUSE FIRE AND SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. EXTREME CAUTION IS REQUIRED WHEN HANDLING PETROL OR FUEL.

•AFTER REFUELLING, TIGHTEN FUEL CAP FIRMLY AND CHECK FOR LEAKAGE. IN CASE OF FUEL LEAKAGE, REPAIR BEFORE STARTING OPERATION SINCE THERE IS A DANGER OF FIRE.

•Use an appropriate type of fuel container.

•Do not smoke or bring flame or sparks near to fuel supplies.

•Safety vests, leg chaps and logger’s pants of ballistic material are available.

It is the operator’s responsibility to wear such additional protection if conditions warrant it.

•Never operate a chain saw when you are alone. Arrange to have someone remain within calling distance in case you need help.

Tightening direction

Tightening direction

Fuel tank cap

 

Oil tank cap

•The fuel tank may be under pressure. Always loosen the fuel cap and wait for pressure to be equalized before removing the cap.

•Fill the fuel tank outdoors over bare ground and install the fuel cap securely. Do not pour fuel indoors.

•Wipe any spilled fuel off the unit.

•Never refuel while the engine is still hot, or fuel a running engine.

•Do not store the unit with fuel in its tank, because a fuel leak could start a fire.

•Bring an extinguisher or shovel in case of fire.

Despite the precautions which can be taken, operating a chain saw, or just working in the forest, presents dangers.

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