Starting And Stopping; Before Starting; Starting; Stopping - Husqvarna K6500 Operator's Manual

Before starting

WARNING! Note the following before
!

starting:

The machine's power unit must be
connected to an earthed outlet socket.
Check that the mains voltage
corresponds with that stated on the
rating plate on the machine.
Make sure you have a secure footing and
that the cutting blade cannot touch
anything.
Keep people and animals well away from
the working area.
• Connect the machine to the power unit.
• Connect the power unit to a grounded outlet
• Turn on the power unit switch.
Ground fault circuit interrupter
WARNING! Never use the machine
!
without the accompanying RCD.
Carelessness can result in serious
personal injury or even death.
• Make sure the ground fault circuit interrupter is
switched on.
Check the ground fault circuit interrupter. Refer to
instructions in the power unit operator's manual.
Wash-out port
CAUTION! Never operate the machine without coolant
as this will cause overheating.
• Connect the water hose to the water supply.
20 – English

STARTING AND STOPPING

• When the throttle lockout (1) is depressed, the water
valve will open.
Starting
• Grip the rear handle with your right hand.
• Depress the throttle lockout and hold in the throttle.
• Run the machine unloaded and in a safe manner for
at least 30 seconds.

Stopping

WARNING! The cutting blade continues
!
to rotate for up to 10 seconds after the
motor has been turned off.
• Stop the motor by releasing the throttle.
• The motor can also be stopped by pressing the
emergency stop button or turning the switch to OFF
(0) on the power unit.
Turn off the tool.
• Allow the cutting blade to stop completely.
• Turn the switch to the OFF position (O) on the power
pack.
• Turn off the tool.