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stopping engine
1.Throttle
Release throttle trigger and allow engine to return to idle before shutting off engine.
2.Stop Switch
Move stop switch button (A) backward to STOP position.
A
WARNING
If engine does not stop when stop switch is moved to STOP posi- tion, close choke - COLD START position - to stall engine. Have your ECHO dealer repair stop switch before using shaft hedge clipper again.
hedge trimming
WARNING
Engine exhaust IS HOT, and contains Carbon Monoxide (CO), a poison gas. Breathing CO can cause unconsciousness, serious in- jury, or death. Exhaust can cause serious burns. ALWAYS position unit so that exhaust is directed away from your face and body.
WARNING
Hedge Clipper blades are very sharp. Touching them may lead to severe personal injury. Avoid touching blades whenever possible, and always wear gloves to protect hands.
1.Always grip throttle handle with right hand and support handle with left hand while trimming.
2.Hold trimmer firmly and squeeze throttle trigger to accelerate engine.
3.Tilt trimmer so cutting teeth are angled slightly toward the hedge or shrub and proceed to cut.
WARNING
Never remove hands from unit when blades are moving.
WARNING
The engine continues running even when the blades have stopped due to an obstruction. If this occurs, stop the engine, disconnect ignition cable and remove the obstruction.
