Husqvarna K 3000 Wet Owners Manual - Page 9

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General safety warnings WARNING! Read all safety warnings and ! all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electrtic shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. The term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated (cordless) power tool. Work area safety • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. • Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control. • Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and can lead to dangerous conditions, e.g. slippery surfaces. • Ensure when cutting that no material can become loose and fall, causing operating injury. Take great care when working on sloping ground. WARNING! The safety distance for the ! power cutter is 15 metres. You are responsible to ensure that animals and onlookers are not within the working area. Do not start cutting until the working area is clear and you are standing firmly. Electrical safety • Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock. • Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. • The power tool should not be exposed to more moisture than what is supplied by the low flushing water system. Do not expose the power tool to rain. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. • Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oli, charp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock. • When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock. • Check that the cord and extension cord are intact and in good condition. Never use the machine if the cord is damaged, hand it in to an authorized service workshop for repair. • Do not use an extension cord while it is rolled up to avoid overheating. • When using an extension cable, use only certified extension cables with sufficient reach. For more information, see "Recommended cable dimensions" in the "Technical data" section. An undersized cable means a risk of reduced machine capacity and overheating. • The machine should be connected to an earthed outlet socket. Check that the mains voltage corresponds with that stated on the rating plate on the machine. • Ensure the cord is behind you when you start to use the machine so that the cord will not be damaged. WARNING! The machine (Great Britain ! 110V) is not equipped with a ground fault circuit interrupter. The machine must always be used with an isolating transformer for protection in case an electrical fault should occur. K3000 ! WARNING! Do not wash the machine with water, as water can enter the electrical system or the engine and cause damage to the machine or short circuit. English - 9