Husqvarna 371K Fuel safety, General Working Instructions, Cutting, Filling/Fuel mixture/Storage

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Fuel safety

(Filling/Fuel mixture/Storage)

!WARNING! Exercise great care when handling fuel. Bear in mind the risk of fire, explosions and inhaling fumes.

GENERAL WORKING INSTRUCTIONS

This section takes up the basic safety precautions for working with the power cutter. Follow these general working instructions, but never use a machine without the possibility of calling for help in the event of an accident.

Basic safety precautions

Never fill the machine while the engine is running.

Provide good ventilation when filling or mixing fuel (petrol and 2-stroke oil).

Move the machine at least 3 m from the filling position before starting.

Never start the machine:

a)If you have spilt fuel on it. Wipe up all spillage.

b)If you have spilt fuel on yourself or your clothes. Change your clothes.

c)If there is a fuel leak. Make regular checks for leakage from the fuel cap and the fuel supply pipes.

Min 3 m

(10ft)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION! Never work with a power cutter that is defective or incorrectly adjusted. Do not work with a power cutter that is incomplete or where assembly has not been carried out in a satisfactory manner. Check that the cutting blade stops rotating when the throttle is released. If you encounter a situation where you are uncertain how to proceed you should ask an expert.

Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond your capability.

• Check that no one is in the immediate vicinity when the

machine is started or while working with the machine to

ensure that people, animals or other things cannot affect your

control of the power cutter.

• Avoid usage in unfavourable weather conditions, for example,

thick fog, heavy rain, strong winds or extreme cold, etc. To

work in bad weather conditions is tiring and can create

dangerous circumstances, e.g. slippery surfaces.

• Never start to work with the power cutter before the working

area is clear and you have a firm foothold. Look out for any

obstacles with unexpected movement. Ensure when cutting

that no material can become loose and fall, causing operating

injury.Take great care when working on sloping ground.

Store the power cutter and fuel so that any leakage or fumes do not risk coming into contact with sparks or naked flames. For example, electric machines, electric motors, electrical switches/power switches, heaters or the like.

When storing fuel, approved containers intended for this purpose must be used.

When storing the power cutter for long periods the fuel tank must be emptied. Contact your local petrol station to find out how to dispose of excess fuel.

!WARNING! Use a Husqvarna fuel can with an anti-spill device. Fuel and fuel fumes are highly flammable. Think of the risks of fire, explosion and breathing in fumes. Stop the engine before refuelling. Do not overfill with fuel. Mop up any spills on the ground or the machine. If you spill fuel on yourself or your clothes, change your clothes. Move the machine at least 3 metres from the refuelling site before starting.

• Make sure clothing and parts of the body do not come into

contact with the cutting blade when the engine is started.

• Maintain a safe distance from the cutting blade when the

engine is running.

• The blade guard should always be fitted when the engine is

running.

• Ensure that the working area is sufficiently illuminated to

create a safe working environment.

• Some working positions may create greater stress on the

operator.

• Check the cutting area for buried cables and wires.

Only use the machine in areas with good

!injuryventilation.or death.Neglect can result in serious

Cutting

!WARNING! A safe distance from the power cutter is 15 metres. You are responsible that animals and onlookers are not in the working area. Do not start to work with the power cutter before the working area is clear and you have a firm foothold.

Start cutting with the engine at full throttle.

Always hold the power cutter firmly, with both hands. Hold the machine so that the thumb and fingers grip around the handle.

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Contents 101 91 371KSymbols on the power cutter Symbol ExplanationSymbols in the Operators Manual Contents Personal Protective Equipment Safety InstructionsPower CUTTER’S Safety Equipment Stop switchBlade guard for the cutting blade MufflerTransport and storage General Safety InstructionsImportant Information Cutting Fuel safetyBasic safety precautions General Working InstructionsWater cooling KickbackGeneral Care and storageSpecial blades Cutting BladesAbrasive blades High speed portable toolsDry diamond blades Using diamond bladesCutting blades Diamond bladesWhat is what on a power cutter? What is WHAT?Blade guard AssemblyFitting the cutting head Fitting the cutting blade Checking the drive shaft and flangesFuelmix Fuel HandlingFuelling Start and stop Start and StopAdjusting the drive belt Belt pulley and clutch MaintenanceChanging the drive belt Carburetor Air filter Fuel filterReplacing a broken recoil spring StarterReplacing a broken or worn starter cord Tensioning the recoil springCooling system Spark plugMuffler Weekly maintenance Daily maintenanceMonthly maintenance 371K Technical DataCutting equipment Your Warranty Rights Obligations Federal Emission Control Warranty Statement´*31y¶5U¨ 2000W51