Husqvarna 522L Operation Manual - Page 6

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Note the following before starting: • Please read the operator's manual carefully. • Check that the cutting equipment is correctly fitted and adjusted. • Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and system may be performed by any nonroad engine repair establishment or individual. WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise ! can result in permanent hearing impairment. So always use approved hearing protection. WARNING! Under no circumstances may ! the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Always use genuine accessories. Non-authorized modifications and/or accessories can result in serious personal injury or the death of the operator or others. Your warranty may not cover damage or liability caused by the use of nonauthorized accessories or replacement parts. WARNING! A clearing saw, brushcutter ! or trimmer can be dangerous if used incorrectly or carelessly, and can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. It is extremely important that you read and understand the contents of this operator's manual. Impor tant IMPORTANT! The machine is only designed for trimming grass. The only accessories you can operate with this engine unit are the cutting attachments we recommend in the chapter on Technical data. National or local regulations may regulate the use. Comply to given regulations. Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination. Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions under the heading "Personal protective equipment". Never use a machine that has been modified in any way from its original specification. Never use a machine 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. See instructions under the heading Maintenance. All covers, guards and handles must be fitted before starting. Ensure that the spark plug cap and ignition lead are undamaged to avoid the risk of electric shock. The machine operator must ensure that no people or animals come closer than 15 metres while working. When several operators are working in the same area the safety distance should be at least 15 metres. Do an overall inspection of the machine before use, see maintenance schedule. WARNING! This machine produces an ! electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this machine. The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the Emission Compliance label indicates the number of operating hours for which the engine has been shown to meet Federal and California emissions requirements. 6 - English WARNING! Running an engine in a ! confined or badly ventilated area can result in death due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide poisoning. WARNING! Never allow children to use or ! be in the vicinity of the machine. As the machine is equipped with a spring- loaded stop switch and can be started by low speed and force on the starter handle, even small children under some circumstances can produce the force necessary to start the machine. This can mean a risk of serious personal injury. Therefore remove the spark plug cap when the machine is not under close supervision.