Echo SRM-211 Operator's Manual

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G RASS TRIMMER /BRUSH C UTTEROPERATOR 'S MANUAL 5SAFETY I NSTRUCTIONSPERSONAL CONDITION AND SAFETY EQUIPMENTWARNING DANGERTrimmer/Brush Cutter users risk injury to themselves and others if the trimmer/brush cutter is used improperlyor safety precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating atrimmer/brush cutter.EXTENDED OPERATION /EXTREME CONDITIONSVibration and ColdIt is believed that a condition called Raynaud’s Phenomenon, whichaffects the fingers of certain individuals, may be brought about byexposure to vibration and cold. Exposure to vibration and cold maycause tingling and burning sensations, followed by loss of color andnumbness in the fingers. The following precautions are stronglyrecommended, because the minimum exposure which might trigger theailment is unknown.• Keep your body warm, especially the head, neck, feet, ankles,hands, and wrists.• Maintain good blood circulation by performing vigorous armexercises during frequent work breaks, and also by not smoking.• Limit the hours of operation. Try to fill each day with jobs whereoperating the trimmer or other hand-held power equipment is notrequired.• If you experience discomfort, redness and swelling of the fingersfollowed by whitening and loss of feeling, consult your physicianbefore further exposing yourself to cold and vibration.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 handle. Gloves also reduce the transmission ofmachine 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, SCARFS, JEWELRY.Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.Wear sturdy work shoes with nonskid 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.