Husqvarna 414EL Operation Manual - Page 12

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS lectrical safety It is recommended that you use a Gorund Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) with a tripping current of not more than 30mA. Even with a GFCI installed 100% safety cannot be guaranteed and safe working practice must be followed at all times. Check your GFCI every time you use it. Before use, examine the cable for signs of damage or ageing. If the cable is found to be defective, take the product to an Authorized Service Center and have the cable replaced. Do not use the product if the electric cables are damaged or worn. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged. Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or damaged cable. Take the product to an Authorised Service Centre and have the cable replaced with a genuine spare cable. Always make sure that the cable/extension cord is kept behind the user, ensuring that it does not create a source of danger for the user or for other persons, and check that it cannot be damaged (by heat, sharp objects, sharp edges, oil, etc); Position the cable so that it will not be caught on branches and the like, during cutting. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting any plug, cable connector or extension cable. Switch off, remove plug from the mains and examine electric cable for damage or ageing before winding cable for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable. Take the product to an Authorised Service Centre and have the cable replaced. Remove the plug from the mains before leaving the product unattended for any period. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking. Use only on AC mains voltage shown on the product rating label. The chainsaw is double insulated to EN60745-1 & 2-13. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. Inspect extension cord before use and replace if damaged. Do not use a damaged cord. Cord insulation must be intact with no cracks or deterioration. Plug connectors must be undamaged. Damaged extension cords increase the risk of electric shock. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on circuit or outlet to be used. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. Inspect chain saw cords periodically and if damaged, have repaired by an authorized service dealer. WARNING! To reduce the risk of electrical ! shock, this equipment has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way. Cables • Extension cables are available from your local Approved Service Centre. • Only use approved extension cables. • If you want to use an extension cable when operating your product, only the following cable dimensions should be used: - #14 AWG : max length 7.6 m (25 ft) - #12 AWG : max length 15 m (50 ft) - #10 AWG : max length 30 m (100 ft) An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The lower the gauge number, the heavier the cord. Do not use multiple cords. Before using a new chain saw • Please read this manual carefully. • Fill with chain oil. See instructions under the heading Filling with chain oil. • Do not use the chain saw until sufficient chain oil has reached the chain. See instructions under the heading Lubricating cutting equipment. • Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. See instructions under the heading Assembly. • Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection. • This saw is intended for use between the temperatures of 20°C (-4°F) and +40°C (104°F). 12 - English