OPERATORSAFETY

OPERATOR SAFETY

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Echo GT Grass trimmers and SRM trimmer-brush cutters are powerful, professional-grade tools designed for applications such as trimming grass and light weeds, and when properly configured (SRM/PAS/SB / straight shaft only), cutting brush, woody growth, and small saplings and trees.

PAS Pro Attachment Series and SB units can be equipped with a wide variety of lawn and landscaping attachments for tasks ranging from edging to pruning, allowing operators to perform an entire range of applications with just one powerhead.

PE Power Edgers provide precise edging action for maintaining lawn borders in residential and commercial landscaping. Edgers can also be equipped with an attachment that quickly cleans out cracks and joints in sidewalks, driveways, paved areas, and other hard surfaces.

When used properly, these tools save time, reduce effort, and make difficult landscaping tasks easy. If handled carelessly or used improperly, they can cause severe injury or death.

Before using this equipment, you must:

•Read and understand this Safety Manual

•Read and understand the Operator’s Manual provided with your unit.

•Read and understand the Manual provided with any blade, attachment, or accessory that will be used.

•Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and clothing

•Make sure all others who use the equipment have read and understand the manuals before fueling or operating the tool.

•Clear the work area of bystanders and pets.

•Clear the work area of debris and other work hazards

•Make sure you have safe, unobstructed footing

•Make sure the area to be cut is free of obstacles and hidden hazards

•Safely prepare the fuel/oil mix

•Fuel your unit safely

•Store the fuel and 2-stroke oil containers safely.

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