Husqvarna 326EX-Series - Manual (Page 4)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Personal protective equipment
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• An edger used incorrectly or carelessly can become a
dangerous tool, that can cause serious or fatal injury
to the operator or others. It is extremely important that
you read and understand the content of this manual.
• When using an edger, personal protective equipment
approved by the appropriate authorities must be used.
Personal protective equipment does not eliminate the
risk of accidents, however, it can reduce the effects of
an injury in the event of an accident. Ask your dealer
for help when choosing protective equipment.
The machine’s safety equipment
This section describes the machine’s safety equipment, its func-
tion and how checks and maintenance are carried out to ensure
that it operates correctly. (See the chapter “What is what” to
locate where this equipment is positioned on your machine.)
1. Throttle trigger
lock
The throttle trigger lock is
designed to prevent the throttle
from accidentally being en-
gaged. When the trigger lock
(A) is pressed into the handle
(= when you hold the handle)
the throttle (B) is released.
When the grip on the handle
is released the throttle and
the throttle trigger lock return
to their original positions. This
takes place via two independ-
ent return spring systems.
This means that the throttle
is automatically locked in the
“idling” position.
2. Stop switch
The stop switch should be
used to stop the engine.
3. Cutting attachment
guard
This guard is intended to pre-
vent objects from being thrown
towards the operator and
to protect the operator from
unintentionel contact with the
cutting attachment.
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WARNING!
Never use a machine with defective safety
equipment. Follow the control, maintenance
and service instructions described in this
section.
GLOVES
Gloves should be worn when
necessary, e.g., when assem-
bling cutting equipment.
EAR PROTECTION
Ear protection offering suffi -
cient dampening effect should
be used.
EYE PROTECTION
Blows from branches or
objects thrown by the rotating
cutting equipment can damage
the eyes.
BOOTS
Use anti-slip and stable boots.
CLOTHING
Wear clothes made of a strong
fabric and avoid loose clothing
that can catch on shrubs and
branches. Always wear heavy-
duty long pants. Do not wear
jewellery, shorts, sandals or go
barefoot. Secure hair so it is
above shoulder level.
FIRST AID KIT
A fi rst aid kit should be carried
by operators of the edger.
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WARNING!
Remove your hearing protection as soon as
you stop the engine, so that you can hear any
noises or warning signals.