Echo QV-8000 Instruction Manual - Safety
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QV-8000 TYPE1-E
SAFETY
Part Number 890191-32632
W A R N I N G ! ! !
This system is capable of severe kickback that could result in serious
injury. Read and follow all safety precautions in the instruction and
safety manuals. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious
personal injury.
For Quickvent System: This system is designed for use with a special
bar and chain for fire department applications. The QV bar and chain
should not be used for conventional wood cutting applications. Do not
operate the system unless you have specialized training in its use for
dangerous and hazardous operations. Full fire department turnouts are
required when using this system.
For Chain Saw (Woodcutting): Do not operate this chain saw unless you
have extra ordinary cutting needs and experience and specialized
training for dealing with kickback. ECHO chain saw with significantly
reduced kickback potential are available.
TO AVOID KICKBACK
1) Hold the chain saw firmly with both hands,
2) Tip contact is required (for QuickVent applications only) to complete
boring operations. Be aware that kockback could occur.
Part Number 890191-32632
Follow IFSTA practices
Follow safe and effective practices developed by
The International Fire Service Training Association
(lFSTA) for transport, venting and all other fire
fighting techniques.
Follow safety decals
Locate the safety decals on your QuikVent™
system. Make sure the decals are legible and that
you understand them and follow them.
WARNING
Chain brake must be unlocked before removing or installing clutch
cover. Improper cover installation can result in serious injury and
cause severe damage to saw.
El freno de la cadena debe ser bloqueado antes de remover o de instalar
la cubierta del embrague. La instalación incorrecta de la cubierta
puede dar lugar a lesión seria y causar daño severo a la sierra.
Part Number X505-002040
Part Number X505-002040
* If a decal cannot be read, a new one can be
ordered from your ECHO dealer.