Echo 75124 - Manual (Page 8)

Truck Loader Owner’s Manual 2
SAFETY
Wear safety glasses at all times while operating this
machine.
Use only in daylight or good artificial light.
Never use without proper guards in place.
Avoid wearing loose fitting clothing. Never operate this
machine wearing clothing with drawstrings that could
wrap around or get caught in the machine.
Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasten-
ers are properly secured before starting the machine.
Check all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners for
proper tightness to ensure everything is in proper work-
ing condition once every 8 hours of operation.
Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in place and
in good working condition.
Do not transport or move machine while the machine
is running.
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1.3 OPERATION SAFETY
Keep your body and clothing away from any moving
part of the machine.
Exclude pieces of metal, rocks, bottles, cans, and other
foreign objects from entering the machine.
Shut off machine immediately if the cutting mechanism
strikes any foreign object or the machine starts making
an unusual noise or vibrating. Allow the machine to
stop completely. After machine stops:
Remove spark plug wire.
Inspect for damage.
Replace or repair any damaged parts.
Check for and tighten any loose parts.
Stand clear of the discharge area when operating this
machine.
Keep your face and body back from the feed open-
ing.
Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep proper
balance and footing at all times.
Keep the machine clear of debris and other accumula-
tions.
Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic
and the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
Ensure debris does not blow into traffic, parked cars,
or pedestrians.
Check the bolts for correct torque every 8 hours of
operation (see Section 6.3).
If the machine becomes clogged, shut off engine and
allow machine to stop completely before clearing
debris.
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DANGER
Keep hands, feet and clothing out of inlets and dis-
charge openings while machine is operating to avoid
serious personal injury.
WARNING
Material can kickup or shift suddenly and cause serious
injury or death. Wear eye and hearing protection.
Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Do not
operate this equipment in or near buildings, windows,
or air conditioners.
If needed, always use an approved fuel container.
Keep open flames, sparks, smoking materials, and
other sources of combustion away from fuel.
Do not operate this machine if you are under the influ-
ence of alcohol, medications, or substances that can
affect your vision, balance, and judgement. Do not
operate if tired or ill. You must be in good health to
operate this machine safely.
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