Husqvarna 327P5X manual Safety instructions after completing work, Basic working techniques

WORKING TECHNIQUES

•This machine is not electrically insulated. If the machine touches or comes close to high-voltage power lines it could lead to death or serious bodily injury.

Safety instructions after completing work

•The transport guard should always be fitted to the cutting attachment when the machine is not in use.

•Make sure the cutting attachment has stopped before cleaning, carrying out repairs or an inspection. Disconnect the HT lead from the spark plug.

•Always wear heavy-duty gloves when repairing the cutting attachment. This is extremely sharp and can easily cause cuts.

•Store the machine out of reach of children.

•Use only original spare parts for repairs.

Basic working techniques

•Hold the machine as close to your body as possible to get the best balance.

•Make sure that the tip does not touch the ground.

•Do not rush the work, but work steadily until all the branches have been cut back cleanly.

•Always slow the engine to idle speed after each working operation. Long periods at full throttle without any load on the engine can lead to serious engine damage.

•Always work at full throttle.

•Let the engine drop back to idle speed between each cut. Long periods at full throttle can cause serious damage to the centrifugal clutch.

!	WARNING! Never stand directly
	underneath a branch that is being cut.
	This could lead to serious or even fatal
	personal injury.

Observe great care when working close to overhead power lines. Falling branches can result in short- circuiting.

!	WARNING! Observe the applicable safety
	regulations for work in the vicinity of
	overhead power lines.
!	WARNING! This machine is not
	electrically insulated. If the machine
	touches or comes close to high-voltage
	power lines it could lead to death or
	serious bodily injury. Electricity can
	jump from one point to another by
	arcing. The higher the voltage, the
	greater the distance electricity can jump.
	Electricity can also travel through
	branches and other objects, especially if
	they are wet. Always keep a distance of
	at least 10 m between the machine and
	high-voltage power lines and/or any
	objects that are touching them. If have to
	work within this safe distance you
	should always contact the relevant
	power company to make sure the power
	is switched off before you start work.
!	WARNING! This machine has a long
	reach. Make sure that no people or
	animals come closer than 15 m when the
	machine is running.

•Whenever possible position yourself so that you can make the cut at right angles to the branch.

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