Husqvarna PG 820 RC Operator's Manual page 16

WARNING! Unauthorized modifications
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and/or accessories may lead to serious
injury or death to the user or others.
Under no circumstances may the design
of the machine be modified without the
permission of the manufacturer.
Do not modify this product or use it if it
appears to have been modified by others.
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry
out the checks, maintenance and service
instructions described in this manual.
Some maintenance and service measures
must be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. See instructions
under the heading Maintenance.
Always use genuine accessories.
WARNING! Never allow children to use or
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be in the vicinity of the machine.
WARNING! Overexposure to vibration
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can lead to circulatory damage or nerve
damage in people who have impaired
circulation. Contact your doctor if you
experience symptoms of overexposure
to vibration. Such symptoms include
numbness, loss of feeling, tingling,
pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes
in skin colour or condition. These
symptoms normally appear in the
fingers, hands or wrists. These
symptoms may be increased in cold
temperatures.
Work area safety
The machine's risk area
• When starting the machine nobody is permitted to be
within the area shown in the following illustration.
Then, the operator should take great care in the risk
area during the machine operation.
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OPERATING
• Observe your surroundings to ensure that nothing can
affect your control of the machine.
• The machine can be remote controlled over long
distances. Do not operate the machine unless you
have clear supervision of the machine and its risk
area. Cordon off the work area or a restricted area for
the public.
• 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.
• Never start to work with the machine before the
working area is clear and you have a firm foothold.
• Ensure that the working area is sufficiently illuminated
to create a safe working environment.
• The machine should not be used in areas where
potential for fire or explosions exist.
Electrical safety
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• Check that the mains voltage corresponds with that
stated on the rating plate on the machine.
• Inspection and/or maintenance should be carried out
with the motor switched off and the plug disconnected.
• Always shut down the machine before disconnecting
the power plug.
• Always unplug the machine during longer work
breaks.
• Never drag the machine by means of the cord and
never pull out the plug by pulling the cord. Hold the
plug to disconnect the power cord.
• Never use the machine if any cable is damaged, but
hand it in to an authorized service workshop for repair.
• The machine must never be driven to such a depth in
water that it reaches up to the machine's equipment.
The equipment can be damaged and the machine can
be live, resulting in personal injuries.
• Ensure that the power cable cannot be run over. Risk
of electric shock.
WARNING! There is always a risk of
shocks from electrically powered
machines. Avoid unfavourable weather
conditions and body contact with
lightning conductors and metal objects.
Always follow the instructions in the
Operator's manual to avoid damage.
Never connect the machine to a outlet if
plug or cord is damaged.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of
electrical shock, do not put the grinder in
water or other liquid. Do not place or
store appliance where it can fall or be
pulled into a tub or sink.