Echo CH5540H Owners Manual v.2 - Manual (Page 7)

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OPERATION
1.6 pTo SaFETY
Read and follow instructions on PTO safety decals. 1.
Stay alert and pay attention when PTO is operating. 2.
Keep bystanders, especially children, away from PTO driveline. 3.
Check the driveline to ensure it is attached securely to the power supply. 4.
Keep guards and shields in place at all times while operating. disengage PTO, shut off power source, and make 5.
sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop before removing guards or shields.
Clothing worn by operator must be fairly tight. Never wear loose fitted jackets, shirts, or pants when working around 6.
the PTO. Tie long hair back or put under a cap.
Keep hydraulic hoses, electric cords, chains and other items from contacting the driveline. 7.
Proper recommended PTO operating speed is 540 +/- 10 RPM. 8.
Before inspecting or servicing the PTO drive area, disengage the driveline, shut off power source, remove ignition 9.
key, and make sure all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from all PTO drive parts. 10.
DO NOT clean, lubricate or adjust the PTO shaft when it is running. 11.