Husqvarna HVT40 Operators Safety, Fuel Safety, Cutting Safety, Tool Safety, Maintenance Safety

WARNING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

THE FOLLOWING WARNING IS ATTACHED TO THE TRIMMER AND MUST BE
ADHERED TO AT ALL TIMES.
Read Operator’s manual. * Remove objects that can be thrown by trimmer. * Do not
trim when children and others are around. * Wear safety glasses while operating
machine. * Do not use on slopes which are wet or too steep to maintain firm footing.
* Be sure trimmer has stopped before placing hands or feet near cutting head.
* Do not fit a metal/bar blade as a cutting mechanism on this machine. * Use only the
cutting head device approved by the Manufacturer. * Cutting head continues to	WARNING
rotate after machine is switched off. * Disconnect spark plug lead before cleaning or
adjusting the machine.

OPERATORS SAFETY

1.Always wear eye protection or safety goggles to protect against objects thrown out by the cutting line.

2.Always wear long trousers, gloves and heavy shoes.

3.Only use the trimmer in the manner and for the functions described in these instructions.

4.Never operate the trimmer when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.

5.Only allow persons over the age of 16 and who have read and understood these instructions to use this trimmer.

6.Wear hearing protection if you use this trimmer for more than 11/4 hours per day.

7.Start the engine carefully following the ‘Starting Instructions’, never start or run the engine inside a closed room or building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.

8.Keep handles free from oil and fuel.

FUEL SAFETY

1.Use a container approved for the storage of gasoline.

2.Mix and fill fuel tank outdoors where there are no sparks or flames.

3.Do not remove tank cap or fill the tank while the engine is running.

4.Do not smoke or allow smoking while you are filling the tank near stored fuel, the trimmer, or while using the trimmer.

5.Avoid spilling fuel, wipe up any spillage immediately.

6.Move at least 10 feet away from the fuelling site before starting the engine.

7.Empty the fuel tank before storing the trimmer.

8.Store machine and fuel in an areawhere fuel vapours cannot reach sparks or open flames from water heaters, electric motors or switches, furnaces etc.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

IF NOT USED PROPERLY, THIS TRIMMER CAN BE DANGEROUS

This trimmer can cause serious injury or death to the the operator and others. The warnings and safety instructions must be followed. The operator is responsible for following the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the trim- mer. Read the entire Operator’s manual before assemblingandusingthistrimmer. Restrict the use of this trimmer to persons who have read, or been instructed in the use of, understand and will follow all warnings and instructions issued with this trimmer.

CUTTING SAFETY

1.Inspect the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as stones, broken glass, nails, wire, string etc., which can be thrown or become entangledinthetrimmer line.

2.Keepothersincludingchildren,animals and bystanders, a safe distance away from the trimmer. Stop the trimmer immediately if you are approached.

3.Hold the trimmer firmly with both hands.

4.Only trim in daylight or good artificial light.

5.Keep a firm footing and balance, especially on wet or damp grass.

6.Keep the trimmer flat on the grass when in use.

7.Do not overreach.

8.Do not walk backwards.

9.Exercise extreme caution on slopes. Carefully follow the instructions.

“USING THE TRIMMER ON SLOPES”.

10.Stop the engine before taking the trimmer across any surface other than grass.

11.Never pick up or carry the trimmer while the engine is running.

12.Never leave the trimmer unattended while the engine is running.

13.Keep hands and feet away from the under- sideofthedeck,the fast rotating cutting line cannot be seen.

14.The cutting line continues to rotate after the engine has been switched off.

Use only for jobs explained in this manual. If situations occur which are not covered in this manual, use care and good judgement. Contact your dealer if you need assistance.

TOOL SAFETY

1.Always be sure the trimmer is in a safe operating condition. Use only genuine Husqvarna parts and accessories specified for the product.

2.Only use Husqvarna replacement cutting line, do not use wire, string or rope etc.

3.Inspect the trimmer each time before use, especially the cutting line and mounting disc.

4.Do not use if any parts appear or are damaged or broken, or if any screws are loose. Have it repaired.

5.Never use, or attempt to fit, a metal/bar blade with this product.

6.If the trimmer starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine immediately and investigate the cause, (If in doubt, contact your service dealer).

7.Never allow grass to collect around

the engine, especially the cooling air inlet and outlet. Overheating will damage the engine.

8.Do not overspeed the engine or alter the governor settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and can shorten engine life.

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1.Always switch off and disconnect the spark plug lead before performing any maintenance or cleaning.

2.Have all servicing, other than cutting line replacement, carried out by a qualified service engineer.

3.Use only genuine Husqvarna replacement parts. Failure to do so could create a hazard and may invalidate your warranty.

4.Clean after use. Never clean your trimmer with water, just use a dry cloth or soft brush, never usecleaningfluidsorsolvents.

5.Allow the engine to cool before storing the trimmer. Store the trimmer in a dry, damp- proof, secure area, out of reach of children.