SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Fuel safetyGENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS
This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working
(Filling/Fuel mixture/Storage)
with the power cutter. Follow these general working instructions,
but never use a machine without the possibility of calling for
WARNING! Exercise great care when handling
help in the event of an accident.
fuel. Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosions
!and inhaling fumes.
Basic safety precautions
Y Never fill the machine whileIMPORTANT INFORMATION! Never work with a power
the engine is running.cutter that is defective or incorrectly adjusted. Do not
work with a power cutter that is incomplete or where
Y Provide good ventilationassembly has not been carried out in a satisfactory
when filling or mixing fuelmanner. Check that the cutting blade stops rotating
(petrol and 2-stroke oil).when the throttle is released. If you encounter a situation
where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask
Y Move the machine at least 3an expert.
m from the filling positionAvoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your
before starting.capability.
Min 3 m
(10ft)
Y Never start the machine:
a) If you have spilt fuelY Check that no one is in the immediate vicinity when the
on it. Wipe up allmachine is started or while working with the machine to
spillage.ensure that people, animals or other things cannot affect your
control of the power cutter.
b) If you have spilt fuel
Y Avoid usage in unfavourable weather conditions, for example,
on yourself or your
thick fog, heavy rain, strong winds or extreme cold, etc. To
clothes. Change your
work in bad weather conditions is tiring and can create
clothes.
dangerous circumstances, e.g. slippery surfaces.
c) If there is a fuel leak.
Y Never start to work with the power cutter before the working
Make regular checks for
area is clear and you have a firm foothold. Look out for any
leakage from the fuel
obstacles with unexpected movement. Ensure when cutting
cap and the fuel supply
that no material can become loose and fall, causing operating
pipes.
injury.Take great care when working on sloping ground.
Y Store the power cutter and fuel so that any leakage or fumesY Make sure clothing and parts of the body do not come into
do not risk coming into contact with sparks or naked flames.contact with the cutting blade when the engine is started.
For example, electric machines, electric motors, electrical
Y Maintain a safe distance from the cutting blade when the
switches/power switches, heaters or the like.
engine is running.
Y When storing fuel, approved containers intended for thisY The blade guard should always be fitted when the engine is
purpose must be used.running.
Y When storing the power cutter for long periods the fuel tankY Ensure that the working area is sufficiently illuminated to
create a safe working environment.
must be emptied. Contact your local petrol station to find out
how to dispose of excess fuel.
Y Check the cutting area for buried cables and wires.
Y Use a Husqvarna fuel can with an anti-spill device.
Only use the machine in areas with good
WARNING! Fuel and fuel fumes are highlyventilation. Neglect can result in serious
flammable. Think of the risks of fire, explo-!injury or death.
sion and breathing in fumes. Stop the engine
!
before refuelling. Do not overfill with fuel.
Mop up any spills on the ground or the
machine. If you spill fuel on yourself or your
clothes, change your clothes. Move theCutting
machine at least 3 metres from the refuelling
site before starting.
WARNING! A safe distance from the power
cutter is 15 metres. You are responsible that
!animals and onlookers are not in the working
area. Do not start to work with the power
cutter before the working area is clear and
you have a firm foothold.
Y Start cutting with the engine at full throttle.
Y Always hold the power cutter firmly, with both hands. Hold
the machine so that the thumb and fingers grip around the
handle.
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