Husqvarna K 1270 Operation Manual - Page 17
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OPERATING Protective equipment General • Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help in the event of an accident. Personal protective equipment You must use approved personal protective equipment whenever you use the machine. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your dealer for help in choosing the right equipment. WARNING! The use of products such as ! cutters, grinders, drills, that sand or form material can generate dust and vapors which may contain hazardous chemicals. Check the nature of the material you intend to process and use an appropriate breathing mask. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. Always use approved hearing protection. Listen for warning signals or shouts when you are wearing hearing protection. Always remove your hearing protection as soon as the engine stops. Always wear: • Approved protective helmet • Hearing protection • Approved eye protection. If you use a face shield then you must also wear approved protective goggles. Approved protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87.1 in the USA or EN 166 in EU countries. Visors must comply with standard EN 1731. • Breathing mask • Heavy-duty, firm grip gloves. • Tight-fitting, heavy-duty and comfortable clothing that permits full freedom of movement. Cutting generates sparks that can ignite clothing. Husqvarna recommends that you wear flame-retardant cotton or heavy denim. Do not wear clothing made of material such as nylon, polyester or rayon. If ignited such material can melt and cling to the skin. Do not wear shorts • Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole Other protective equipment General safety precautions This section describes basic safety directions for using the machine. This information is never a substitute for professional skills and experience. • Please read the operator's manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. It is recommended that first time operators also obtain practical instruction before using the machine. • Keep in mind that it is you, the operator that is responsible for not exposing people or their property to accidents or hazards. • The machine must be kept clean. Signs and stickers must be fully legible. Always use common sense It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face. 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! WARNING! The machine can be a ! dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Never allow children or other persons not trained in the use of the machine to use or service it. Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first ensuring that they have read and understood the contents of the operator's manual. Never use the machine if you are fatigued, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medication or anything that could affect your vision, alertness, coordination or judgement. CAUTION! Sparks may appear and start a ! fire when you work with the machine. Always keep fire fighting equipment handy. • Fire Extinguisher • Always have a first aid kit nearby. English - 17