Safety; Safety Definitions; Electrical Safety Instructions; General Safety Instructions - Husqvarna W 70 Manual Del Usuario

Safety definitions

Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.
WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or
death for the operator or bystanders if the
instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage
to the product, other materials or the
adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in
a given situation.

General safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
before you use the product.
• Read the operator´s manual carefully and
understand the instructions before using the product.
Save all warnings and instructions for future
reference.
• Make sure that you read and understand the
instructions for the main product manual to ensure
that you know what personal equipment to wear,
what safety equipment to use and how to work in a
safe mode.
• Always exercise care and use your common sense.
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!
• Keep in mind that it is you, the operator that is
responsible for not exposing people or their property
to accidents or hazards.
• The product must be kept clean. Signs and stickers
must be fully legible.
• This product is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge.
• Never use a product that is faulty. Carry out the
safety checks, maintenance and service instructions
described in this manual. Some maintenance and
service measures must be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. Refer to
21 .
18

Safety

Maintenance on page

Electrical Safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• The product is equipped with a safety thermal
protector to prevent motor from overheating. Should
thermal protector activate, turn off machine, unplug
power cord and check for full dust bag, vacuum hose
clog or filter blockage. It may take up to 45 minutes
for the thermal protector to reset.
• Before using the product make sure that the power &
voltage corresponds with the voltage shown on the
machines rating plate, including extension cords.
• Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. Refer to
Grounding instructions on page 20 .
• Improper connection of the equipment-grounding
conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service person if
you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly
grounded. Do not modify the plug provided, if it will
not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a
qualified electrician.
• If using an extension cord make sure the cord rating
is suitable for this machine.
• Cables damaged through crushing or splitting can be
dangerous if used and should be replaced
immediately.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If the
machine is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped in
water. Make sure it is repaired by a qualified person
to avoid hazard.
• Regularly inspect cord and plug for damage. Do not
use with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not allow equipment to run
over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp
the plug.
• Do not leave machine when plugged in. Unplug cord
from outlet when not in use and before cleaning or
servicing machine.

Safety instructions for assembly

WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you assemble the product.
• Do not change a part of the product without approval
from the manufacturer.
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