Echo PE-2000 Type 1/1E - Manual (Page 6)

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PERSONAL CONDITION & SAFETY EQUIPMENT
WARNING DANGER
Edger users risk injury to themselves and others if the edger is used improperly and or safety precautions are not
followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a edger.
Eye Protection —
Wear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CE requirements
whenever you operate the edger.
Physical Condition —
Your judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:
• if you are sick,
• if you are taking medication,
• if you have taken alcohol or drugs.
Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.
Hearing Protection —
Wear hearing protection. OSHA requires the use of hearing protection if
this unit is used 2 hours per day or more. ECHO recommends wearing
hearing protection whenever unit is used.
Hand Protection —
Wear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve your grip on the
edger handles. Gloves also reduce the transmission of machine vibra-
tion to your hands. Special vibration reducing gloves such as Echo's
Pro-Comfort are designed to provide additional comfort.
Proper Clothing —
Wear snug fitting, durable clothing;
• Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.
• DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,
• DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARFS, JEWELRY.
Wear sturdy work shoes with non-skid soles;
• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,
• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.
10' MINIMUM
After Refueling;
• Wipe any spilled fuel from the unit.
• Move at least 10 ft. (3 M) from refueling location before starting.
After use;
• DO NOT store a unit with fuel in its tank. Leaks can occur. Return
unused fuel to an approved fuel storage container.