Personal Protective Equipment; General Safety Precautions; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety - Husqvarna PG 400 Manual De Instrucciones

Personal protective equipment

WARNING! You must use approved personal
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protective equipment whenever you use the
machine. Personal protective equipment
cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will
reduce the degree of injury if an accident
does happen. Ask your dealer for help in
choosing the right equipment.
• Protective helmet
• Hearing protection
• Protective goggles or a visor
• Breathing mask
• Heavy-duty, firm grip gloves.
• Tight-fitting, heavy-duty and comfortable clothing that
permits full freedom of movement.
• Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole
• Always have a first aid kit nearby.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General safety precautions

WARNING! This section describes basic
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safety directions for using the machine. This
information is never a substitute for
professional skills and experience. If you get
into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop
and seek expert advice. Contact your dealer,
service agent or an experienced user. Do not
attempt any task that you feel unsure of!
• Do not use the machine without first reading and
understanding the contents of this Operator's Manual.

Work area safety

• Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense
fog, rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc.
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
• The machine should not be used in areas where potential
for fire or explosions exist.

Electrical safety

WARNING! There is always a risk of shocks
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from electrically powered machines. Avoid
unfavourable weather conditions and body
contact with lightning conductors and metal
objects. Always follow the instructions in the
Operator's manual to avoid damage.
• Never drag the machine by means of the cord and never
pull out the plug by pulling the cord.
• Keep all cables away of water, oil and sharp edges. Make
sure the cable is not pinched in doors, fences or the like.
Otherwise it can cause the object to become live.
• Check that the cables are intact and in good condition.
Use cable intended for outdoor use.
• Never use the machine if any cable is damaged, but hand
it in to an authorized service workshop for repair.
• The machine should be connected to an earthed outlet
socket.
• Check that the mains voltage corresponds with that stated
on the rating plate on the machine.
• Be on your guard for electrical shocks. Avoid having body
contact with lightning-conductors/metal in the ground.
• To avoid overheating do not use the extension cord while
it is rolled up.
• Ensure the cord is behind you when you start to use the
machine so that the cord will not be damaged.