Echo SB - Manual (Page 50)

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GLOSSARY
Head Protection Helmet-like device that protects the head from falling materials.
Hearing Protection Devices Protective devices such as ear plugs or ear muffs that protect
hearing by reducing exposure to harmful noises.
Hedge Clipper A cutting device with reciprocating blades. Used to cut
hedges, shrubs, and ornamental vegetation.
Idle Speed The normal running speed of the engine when the throttle
trigger is not depressed.
Kickout The sudden and forceful action that occurs when a blade
propels itself out of a cut due to binding or pinching of the
blade.
Manual Line Head A line head that requires manual indexing of cutting line.
Maxi-Cut Blade A cutting head with 3 straight blades that can be used in place
of a nylon line head. When the blade rotates, centrifugal force
causes the blades to fully extend, creating a wide cutting
swath.
Maximum Diameter Cut The largest diameter material that can be cut by the cutting
attachment.
Muffler Housing Provides protective barrier around muffler. Helps prevent
accidental contact with muffler when unit is hot.
PAS Power Attachment Series - System consisting of an engine
power source, drive shaft, and a variety of optional work at-
tachments that can be changed as needed.
Power Head Engine assembly - includes engine, clutch, fuel system, ignition
system, air filter, and recoil starter.
Protective Clothing Clothing that provides protection from work place hazards that
can cause cuts, scratches, or contact injuries.
Pruner A cutting device used to cut small limbs and branches from
trees, bushes, and shrubs.
Purge Bulb Draws fuel mix from gas tank to carburetor. Helps engine to
start by removing air from fuel line.
Push and Pull Reactive forces that push the unit toward the operator, or that
pull the unit away from the operator.
Quick Release Latch A latch design that allows a quick separation of the unit from
the support harness when there is an emergency.
Rapid Loader Line Head A line head that allows rapid nylon line reloading using short,
pre-cut pieces of line.
Rear Handle Houses Stop Switch, Throttle Trigger, and Throttle Trigger
lockout lever. Gripped by operator to help support unit, control
engine speed, and shut unit off.