Safety Information - Husqvarna Weed Eater WE18C Operator's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

If not used properly this product can be dangerous! This product can cause serious injury to the operator
and others, the warnings and safety instructions must be followed to ensure reasonable safety and
efficiency in using this product. The operator is responsible for following the warning and safety
instructions in this manual and on the product.
Explanation of Symbols on the product
Warning
Read the user instructions carefully to make
sure you understand all the controls and what
they do
Always keep the product on the ground when
operating. Tilting or lifting the product may cause
stones to be thrown out
Keep bystanders away. Do not operater whilst
people especially children or pets are in the
area
Beware of sharp blades - remove plug from
mains before maintenance or if cable is
damaged.
Blades continue to rotate after the machine is
switched off.
Keep the supply cable away from the blade.
General
1. This product is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the product by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the product. Local regulations may restrict
the age of the operator.
2. Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the product.
3. Stop using the machine while people, especially
children, or pets are nearby.
4. Only use the product in the manner and for the
functions described in these instructions.
5. Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
6. The operator or user is responsible for accidents or
hazards occurring to other people or their property.
Electrical
1. The use of a Residual Current Device (R.C.D.) with a
tripping current of not more than 30mA is recommended.
Even with a R.C.D. installed 100% safety cannot be
guaranteed and safe working practice must be followed
at all times. Check your R.C.D. every time you use it.
2. Before use, examine cable for signs of damage or
ageing. If the cable is found to be defective, take the
product to an Authorised Service and have the cable
replaced.
3. Do not use the product if the electric cables are
damaged or worn
4. Immediately disconnect from the mains electricity
supply if the cable is cut, or the insulation is damaged.
Do not touch the electric cable until the electrical supply
has been disconnected. Do not repair a cut or
damaged cable. Replace it with a new one.
5. Your extension cable must be uncoiled, coiled cables
can overheat and reduce the efficiency of your mower.
6. Keep cable away from product, always work away from
the power point mowing up and down, never in circles.
7. Do not pull cable around sharp objects.
8. Always switch off at the mains before disconnecting
any plug, cable connector or extension cable.
9. Switch off, remove plug from mains and examine electric
supply cable for damage or ageing before winding cable
for storage. Do not repair a damaged cable, replace it
with a new one. Use only Flymo replacement cable.
10. Always wind cable carefully, avoiding kinking.
11. Never carry the product by the cable.
12. Never pull on the cable to disconnect any of the plugs.
13. Use only on AC mains supply voltage shown on the
product rating label.
14. Husqvarna products are double insulated to
EN60335. Under no circumstances should an earth
be connected to any part of the product.
Cables
If you want to use an extension cable when operating
your product, only the following cable dimensions should
be used:
2
- 1.5 mm : max length 25 m
2
- 2.0 mm : max length 40 m
2
- 4.0 mm : max length 60 m
Minimum rating: 1.5mm
1. Mains cables and extensions are available from your
local Approved Service Centre.
2. Only use extension cables specifically designed for
outdoor use and which conform to one of the
following specifications: Ordinary rubber (60245 IEC
53), Ordinary PVC (60227 IEC 53) or Ordinary PCP
(60245 IEC 57).
3. If the short connection lead is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Preparation
1. While using your product always wear substantial
footwear and long trousers. Do not operate the
equipment when barefoot or wearing open sandlas.
2. Make sure the lawn is clear of sticks, stones, bones,
wire and debris; they could be thrown by the blade.
3. Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
4. Replace worn or damaged blades together with their
fixings in sets to preserve balance.
Use
1. Use the product only in daylight or good artificial light.
2. Avoid operating your product in wet grass, where feasible.
3. Take care in wet grass, you may lose your footing.
4. On slopes, be extra careful of your footing and wear
non-slip footwear.
5. Operate your product across the face of slopes,
never up and down.
6. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slopes. Walk never run.
7. Using on banks and slopes can be dangerous. Do
not mow on banks or steep slopes.
8. Do not walk backwards when operating, you could trip.
9. Never cut grass by pulling the product towards you.
10. Switch off before pushing the product over surfaces
other than grass.
11. Never operate the product with damaged guards or
without guards in place.
12. Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts at
all times and especially when switching on the motor.
Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
13. Do not tilt product when the motor is running, except
when starting and stopping. In this case, do not tilt
more than absolutely necessary and lift only the part
which is away from the operator. Always ensure that
both hands are in the operating position before
returning the appliance to the ground.
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2 size cable 16A 250V