Husqvarna 136LiHD45 Owners Manual - Page 11

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Power trigger on front handle The power trigger on front handle is designed to prevent accidental operation. It is necessary to press both the power trigger on the front handle and the power trigger on the rear handle. The order actuation power trigger front handle and power trigger on the rear handle doesn't matter. When you release the handle, the power trigger on the rear handle and the power trigger on the front handle both move back to their original positions. This movement is operated by independent springs. This arrangement means that the power trigger on the rear handle is automatically locked at no operation state. Turn on the machine. Press the power trigger on the front handle. (Figure 6) Then press the power trigger on the rear handle up to apply full power. (Figure 7) Release the power trigger on the rear handle and check thereby the free back movement of the power trigger. The cutting unit must stop within 1 second. Restart the machine and release the power trigger on the front handle on the front handle. Check that the power trigger lockout returns to its original position when you release it. The cutting unit must stop within 1 second. Hand guard The hand guard prevents hands from coming into contact with the moving blades, for example, if the operator loses grip on the front handle. (Figure 9) Check that the hand guard is fitted correctly. Check that the hand guard is undamaged. Blade and blade guard The outer part of the blades (1) is shaped as blade guards. (Figure 9) Check that the blade guard is not damaged or distorted. Replace the cutting unit if it is bent or damaged. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Battery and battery charger This section describes the battery and battery charger safety for your battery product. Only use Husqvarna original batteries for Husqvarna products and only charge them in an original battery QC charger from Husqvarna. The batteries are software encrypted. Use only a Husqvarna original BLi battery in your machine. Battery safety The rechargeable Husqvarna batteries, BLi, are exclusively used as a power supply for the relevant Husqvarna cordless appliances. To avoid injury, the battery must not be used as a power source for other devices. (Figure 2) WARNING! Protect the battery from ! direct sunlight, heat or open flame. There is a risk the battery may explode if it is thrown into an open fire. There is a risk of burns and/or chemical burns. WARNING! Avoid all skin contact with ! battery acid. Battery acid may cause skin irritation, burns or corrosive injuries. If you get acid in your eyes, do not rub but flush your eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. See a doctor. You must wash any exposed skin with copious amounts of water and soap in case of incidental contact. WARNING! Never connect the battery ! terminal to keys, coins, screws or other metal as this may short-circuit the battery. Never insert objects into the battery's air vents. Unused batteries must be kept away from metal objects such as nails, coins, jewellery. Do not try to disassemble or crush the battery • Use the battery in surroundings where temperatures are between -10 °C and 40 °C. • Do not expose the battery to microwaves or high pressure. • Never clean the battery or the battery charger with water. See also instructions under the Maintenance heading. • Store the battery out of reach of children. • Protect the battery from rain and wet conditions. Battery charger safety Only use Chargers, Husqvarna QC, for charging the Husqvarna replacement batteries, BLi. (Figure 3) WARNING! Minimise the risk of electric ! shock or short circuit as follows: Never insert any object into the charger's cooling slots. Do not try to dismantle the battery charger. Never connect the charger terminals to metal objects as this can short circuit the battery charger. Use approved and intact wall sockets. English - 11