Echo BCLS-580 Manual De Instrucciones página 32

Trimming operation
Reaction forces
Anticlockwise rotation
Kickback
Precautions to observe when working
1. Push 2. Pull
Push.
The operator may feel the unit push toward him when he tries to
cut the object on right. If he cannot hold the blade in the cut, a
kickback may occur when the blade is pushed out to where the
teeth at the outside furthest point from the operator are cutting.
The blade will "kickback" sideways.
Pull.
The opposite of push. When object on left, the operator may feel
the unit pull away. Although this pull type of cutting may cause
sawdust to be thrown back at the operator, it is recommended for
sawing off heavy brush because the cutting is smoother and
more stable than when the unit pushes.
Kickback.
If you hit a hard object with the front-right of the trimmer blade,
such as when trimming in both directions, the blade will kick
sharply back to the right. This is a phenomenon known as "kick
back", and can cause a serious accident due to the operator los-
ing control over the product. Take particular care to ensure that
you do not strike any hard object with the front-right of the trimmer
blade.
The area within a radius of 15m of the product is a danger
zone. Make sure that there are no children, onlookers, or pets
in this zone. If anyone comes within 15m, turn off the engine
immediately to stop the blade from rotating.
If someone is helping you with the work or you are working to-
gether, identify the way in which you will signal to each other
and work at least 15m apart. You are advised to carry a whistle
in case you need to communicate.
Turn off the engine immediately if the product suddenly starts
to vibrate abnormally. Sudden vibration may be caused by a
problem with a component such as the flywheel, clutch, or
trimmer blade, or by a loose screw or other such factor. Do not
use the product until you have identified the cause of the prob-
lem and the repair has been completed.
The trimmer blade could fly off unless tightened securely. En-
sure that it is fitted securely in place.
Replace the shield if it is damaged or cracked.
If you work with the angle transmission in contact with the sur-
face of the ground, the trimmer blade nut and cup can easily
become worn. Replace them with new parts if this happens.
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