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Physical Condition --

Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:

if you are tired or sick,

if you are taking medication,

if you have taken alcohol or drugs

Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.

Eye Protection --

Eye protection that meet ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements must be worn whenever you operate the Hedge Clipper.

Hand Protection --

Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibration to your hands.

Hearing Protection --

Wear hearing protection. ECHO recommends wearing hearing protection whenever unit is used.

Proper Clothing --

Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;

Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.

DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,

DONOTWEARTIES,SCARFS,JEWELRY.

Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid soles;

DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,

DONOTOPERATEUNITBAREFOOTED.

Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves.

Hot Humid Weather --

Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may lead to heat stroke. Delay heavy work until temperature drops.