General Safety Precautions - Husqvarna DS 450 Owner's/Operator's Manual

General safety precautions

WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all
!
instructions. Neglecting to follow the
warnings and instructions can lead to
serious injury or death for the operator or
others.
Work area safety
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas
invite accidents.
• People and animals can distract you causing you to lose
control of the machine. For this reason, always remain
concentrated and focused on the task.
• Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense
fog, heavy 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. Look out for any
obstacles with unexpected movement. Ensure that no
material can become loose and fall, causing injury when
operating the machine.
• Always check the rear side of the surface where the drill
bit will emerge when drilling right through. Secure and
cordon off the area and make sure that no one can be
injured or material damaged.
Personal safety
WARNING! There is always a risk of crush
!
injuries when working with products
containing moving parts. Always wear
protective gloves.
• Wear personal protective equipment. See instructions
under the heading "Personal protective equipment".
• Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect
your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.
• Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first
ensuring that they have understood the contents of the
operator's manual.
• Be careful as clothing, long hair, and jewellery can get
caught in moving parts.
• Never work alone, always ensure there is another person
close at hand. Apart from being able to receive help to
assemble the machine, you can also get help if an
accident should occur.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Use and care
• 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.
• Never use a machine that has been modified in any way
from its original specification.
• Keep all parts in good working order and ensure that all
fixtures are properly tightened.
Transport and storage
• Store the equipment in a lockable area so that it is out of
reach of children and unauthorized persons.
• Store the drilling machine and stand in dry and frost free
conditions.
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