Echo SB 34

OPERATION

Kickout

Kickout is also a reactive force caused by resistance to cutting, but the direction of blade thrust is lateral (to the left or right of the blade), instead of forward or back toward the operator. In most cases, Push, Pull, and Kickout can be reduced or eliminated by:

•Using the correct blade for the cutting job

•Using properly sharpened blades

•Applying consistent, even force to the blade during the cut

•Avoiding obstacles and ground hazards

•Using extra care when cutting harder materials such as extremely dry brush, saplings, and small trees

•Cutting from a stable, secure position

Blade Assembly

Follow the instructions in the Operator’s Manual to install a blade on your unit.

•ALWAYS wear gloves when handling and assem- bling blade to unit.

•ALWAYS use correct assembly hardware when installing blade and debris shield.

•ALWAYS use correct blade arbor size.

•ALWAYS install blade with teeth pointed in direction of rotation.

•ALWAYS tighten blade hardware securely using properly sized tools

•ALWAYS use a new cotter pin when installing or replacing blades.

•ALWAYS check to make sure head locking tool and hex wrench have been removed from cutting head after assembly.

Blade Cutting Capacities

Do not exceed recommended blade cutting capacity. Use a chain saw for larger trees. Exceeding cutting capacity can cause blade binding in cut, blade damage, and risk of injury from blade breakage during cutting. Cutting capacity depends on blade diameter - see operator’s manual or Echo catalog for more informa- tion.

Kickout

Blade Assembly

Blade Rotation

Lower Blade

Plate

Cotter Pin

	Blade
	Upper	Lower Blade
	Blade Plate	Lower Blade
	Blade Plate	Plate
		Plate
		Hex Nut

Cotter

Metal Debris

Shield