Echo DSRM-200 - Manual (Page 5)

DSRM-200 SAFETY
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© 3/2014 ECHO Inc.
Important Information
Misuse may result in serious or fatal injuries. You must read, understand, and follow all safety
instructions before operating a Model DSRM Grass Trimmer.
• This manual describes how to protect yourself and others from hazards related to operation of a
Model DSRM Grass Trimmer.
• Before assembling, operating, or servicing your unit, you must read and understand this
Instruction Manual.
• You must understand all safety symbols and warning labels, and obey the safety precautions
provided by these important safety reminders.
• You must also be alert at all times, and be physically capable of handling and controlling the grass
trimmer in a variety of applications.
• If you are unable to handle the equipment safely, or if you feel that the task you wish to perform
could put you, your property, or others at risk, please call a professional landscape maintenance
company to handle the job.
Personal Condition and Safety Equipment
Users of this product risk injury to themselves and others if the unit is used improperly and/or safety
precautions are not followed. Proper clothing and safety gear must be worn when operating unit.
Physical Condition
Operating this unit while you are impaired can result in serious personal injury or death to yourself
and others. Never operate the unit if you are fatigued, or are under the influence of alcohol,
medication, or any other substances that can affect your judgment, reflexes, vision, or coordination.
You must be mentally alert and physically able to operate a trimmer safely. If you are impaired in any
way, or are physically unable to safely operate and control the unit, do not attempt to use the unit.
Your 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.
Slow Speed Fast Speed Keep bystanders and helpers
away 15 m (50 ft.).
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