Echo PB-2400 User Manual

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OWER

LOWER

PERATOR

ANUAL

Hot Humid Weather --

Heavy protective clothing can increase operator fatigue which may
lead to heat stroke. Schedule heavy work for early morning or late
afternoon hours when temperatures are cooler.

SAFE

OPERATION

Setup/Check Operation Area --

Review area to be cleared. Look for potential hazards such as
stones or metal objects.

Spectators and fellow workers must be warned, and children and
animals prevented from coming nearer than 15M (50 ft.) while the
blower is in use.

Operate only in well ventilated areas: do not operate in enclosed
areas such as inside garages, sheds or buildings.

Take wind conditions into account: avoid open doors and windows.

Use Proper Clothing & Equipment
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Before starting the unit, equip yourself and any other person
working within the 15M (50 ft.) Safety Zone with the required
Protective Equipment and clothing.

Start unit on ground with throttle at idle. Check that blower pipe
is not blocked by the ground or by any objects.

Do not point blower at people or animals.

Keep A Firm Grip & Solid Stance
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Hold handle with fingers together encircling the handle.

Maintain footing and balance at all times. Do not stand on
slippery, uneven or unstable surfaces. Do not work in odd posi-
tions or on ladders.

Do not perform Maintenance or Assembly procedures with engine
running.

Noise Control
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Follow local noise regulations on sound levels and hours of
operations. Use only during appropriate hours.

Never use a higher speed setting then necessary to perform a task.
The higher the engine speed the louder the blower noise.

Be a good neighbor.

Avoid Hot Surfaces
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During operation, the exhaust area may become very hot, too hot to
touch. Avoid contact during and immediately after operation.