GLOSSARY

Head Protection

Helmet-like device that protects the head from falling materials.

Hearing Protection Devices

Protective devices such as ear plugs or ear muffs that protect

 

hearing by reducing exposure to harmful noises.

Hedge Clipper

A cutting device with reciprocating blades. Used to cut

 

hedges, shrubs, and ornamental vegetation.

Idle Speed

The normal running speed of the engine when the throttle

 

trigger is not depressed.

Kickout

The sudden and forceful action that occurs when a blade

 

propels itself out of a cut due to binding or pinching of the

 

blade.

Manual Line Head

A line head that requires manual indexing of cutting line.

Maxi-Cut Blade

A cutting head with 3 straight blades that can be used in place

 

of a nylon line head. When the blade rotates, centrifugal force

 

causes the blades to fully extend, creating a wide cutting

 

swath.

Maximum Diameter Cut

The largest diameter material that can be cut by the cutting

 

attachment.

MufflerHousing

Provides protective barrier around muffler. Helps prevent

 

accidental contact with muffler when unit is hot.

PAS

Power Attachment Series - System consisting of an engine

 

power source, drive shaft, and a variety of optional work at-

 

tachments that can be changed as needed.

Power Head

Engine assembly - includes engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition

 

system, air filter, and recoil starter.

Protective Clothing

Clothing that provides protection from work place hazards that

 

can cause cuts, scratches, or contact injuries.

Pruner

A cutting device used to cut small limbs and branches from

 

trees, bushes, and shrubs.

Purge Bulb

Draws fuel mix from gas tank to carburetor. Helps engine to

 

start by removing air from fuel line.

Push and Pull

Reactive forces that push the unit toward the operator, or that

 

pull the unit away from the operator.

Quick Release Latch

A latch design that allows a quick separation of the unit from

 

the support harness when there is an emergency.

Rapid Loader Line Head

A line head that allows rapid nylon line reloading using short,

 

pre-cut pieces of line.

Rear Handle

Houses Stop Switch, Throttle Trigger, and Throttle Trigger

 

lockout lever. Gripped by operator to help support unit, control

 

engine speed, and shut unit off.

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