Echo PB-2400 User Manual

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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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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.