Echo WT160S - Operation Safety Guidelines; Maintenance and Storage Safety; Battery Safety Precautions

wheeled trimmer
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SAFETY
Set up your work site so you are not endangering traffic 1.
and the public. Take great care to provide adequate
warnings.
Keep the machine clear of debris and other 2.
accumulations.
On electric start models, disconnect cables from battery 3.
before doing any inspection or service.
When the trimmer bail is engaged, the trimmer disk is 4.
rotating. Do not attempt to inspect or service the machine
while the trimmer disk is rotating.
1.4 OPERATION SAFETY
Do not operate this equipment in the vicinity of 7.
bystanders. Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children. It is recommended
that bystanders keep at least 50 feet (15 meters) away
from the area of operation.
Do not allow children to operate this equipment.8.
Use only in daylight or good artificial light.9.
Do not run this equipment in an enclosed area. Engine 10.
exhaust contains carbon monoxide gas, a deadly
poison that is odorless, colorless and tasteless. Do not
operate this equipment in or near buildings, windows
or air conditioners.
Always use an approved fuel container. Do not remove 11.
gas cap or add fuel when engine is running. Add fuel
to a cool engine only.
Do not fill fuel tank indoors. Keep open flames, sparks, 12.
smoking materials and other sources of combustion
away from fuel.
Do not operate machine without shields in place. 13.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death.
Keep all guards, deflectors, and shields in good 14.
working condition.
Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine, 15.
shut off the machine and make sure all moving parts
have come to a complete stop. Disconnect the battery
and remove the ignition key where applicable.
Check that all screws, nuts, bolts, and other fasteners 16.
are secured, tightened and in proper working condition
before starting the machine.
1.5 MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE SAFETY
1.6 BATTERY SAFETY
Before inspecting, servicing, storing, or changing 1.
an accessory, shut off the machine and make sure
all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Disconnect the battery and remove the ignition key
where applicable.
Replace any missing or unreadable safety decals. 2.
Refer to the safety decal section for part numbers.
Allow machine to cool before storing in an enclosure.3.
Store the machine out of reach of children and where 4.
fuel vapors will not reach an open flame or spark.
Never store this machine with fuel in the fuel tank 5.
inside a building where fumes may be ignited by an
open flame or spark. Ignition sources can be hot water
and space heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers, stoves,
electric motors, etc.
Drain the fuel and dispose of it in a safe manner for 6.
storage periods of three months or more.
Improper use and care of the battery on electric start models
can result in serious personal injury or property damage.
Always observe the following safety precautions.
Poison/Danger - Causes Severe Burns. The battery
contains sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Keep out of reach of children.
ANTIDOTE-External Contact: Flush immediately •
with water.
ANTIDOTE-Internal: Drink a large amount of water •
or milk. Follow with milk of magnesia, beaten egg
or vegetable oil. Call a physician immediately.
ANTIDOTE-Eye Contact: Flush with water for 15 •
minutes. Get prompt medical attention.
The battery produces explosive gases. Keep sparks, 1.
flame or cigarettes away. Ventilate area when charging
battery. Always wear safety goggles when working
near battery.
The battery contains toxic materials. Do not damage 2.
battery case. If case is broken or damaged, avoid
contact with battery contents.
Neutralize acid spills with a baking soda and water 3.
solution. Properly dispose of a damaged or worn-out
battery. Check with local authorities for proper disposal
methods.
Do not short circuit battery. Severe fumes and fire can 4.
result.
Before working with electrical wires or components, 5.
disconnect battery ground (negative) cable first.
Disconnect positive cable second. Reverse this order
when reconnecting battery cables.