4INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS Symboldescription/application Symbol form/shape Symboldescription/applicationSymbol form/shapeHotSurfaceCarburetor adjustment- Idle speedCarburetor adjustment- High speed mixtureSymboldescription/application Symbol form/shape Symboldescription/applicationSymbol form/shapeRead and understandOperator's Manual.Wear eyes, ears andhead protectionEmergency stopFuel and oil mixtureFinger SeveringCarburetor adjustment- Low speed mixtureSafety/AlertAvoid all powerlines. This unit is notinsulated againstelectrical current.Do not operatecloser than 15 M (50ft.) from electricalhazards.Keep bystanders atleast 15 meters(50 feet) away.Plan retreat pathfrom fallingobjects.Wear handprotection. Usetwo handed.DO NOT smokenear fuel.DO NOT allowflames or sparksnear fuel.Wear slip resistantfoot wear.Engine chokecontrol.IgnitionON/OFFChain lubricationPrimer bulbSAFETY I NSTRUCTIONSPERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENTWARNING DANGERHedge Clipper users risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly or safety precautions are notfollowed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating a hedge clipper.15 M(50 ft.)Physical ConditionYour judgment and physical dexterity may not be good:• if you are tired or sick,• if you are taking medication,• if you have taken alcohol or drugs.Operate unit only if you are physically and mentally well.Eye ProtectionWear eye protection that meets ANSI Z87.1 or CErequirements whenever you operate the unit.Hand ProtectionWear no-slip, heavy duty work gloves to improve yourgrip on the unit handles. Gloves also reduce the transmis-sion of machine vibration to your hands.Hearing ProtectionECHO recommends wearing hearing protection wheneverunit is used.Proper ClothingWear snug fitting, durable clothing;• Pants should have long legs, shirts with long sleeves.• DO NOT WEAR SHORTS,• DO NOT WEAR TIES, SCARVES, JEWELRY.Wear sturdy work shoes with non-skid soles;• DO NOT WEAR OPEN TOED SHOES,• DO NOT OPERATE UNIT BAREFOOTED.Hot Humid WeatherHeavy protective clothing can increase operator fatiguewhich may lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work forearly morning or late afternoon hours when temperaturesare cooler.