Husqvarna K 7000 Chain Operator's Manual page 13

WARNING: Only you and proper working
technique can eliminate kickback and its
dangers.
• Always support the work of piece so that the cut can
keep open when cutting through. When the cut is
open there is no kickback. If the cut is closed and
pinches the diamond chain, there is a risk of
kickback.
To do before you start the product
• Read the operator's manual carefully and make sure
that you understand the instructions.
• Do the daily maintenance. Refer to
schedule on page 17 .
• Make sure that the power pack is connected to a
grounded power outlet.
• Make sure that the mains voltage agrees with the
specification on the rating plate on the product.
• Make sure that only approved persons are in the
work area.
• Make sure that you are in a safe and stable position
during operation.
• Always use a power pack with RCD. Refer to the
operator's manual for the power pack.
• Make sure that the water connector is connected
with a water supply. Refer to
supply on page 14 .
Basic working techniques
WARNING: Do not pull the product to one
side. The diamond chain can break and
cause injury to the operator or bystanders.
WARNING: Do not grind with the side of the
guide bar and diamond chain. The guide bar
and the diamond chain can break and cause
injury to the operator or bystanders. Only
use the cutting section.
WARNING: Make sure that the diamond
chain is installed correctly and does not
show signs of damage.
WARNING: Do not use the product to wood
or cut plastic material.
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Maintenance
To connect the water
WARNING: Cutting metal generates sparks
that can cause fire. Do not use the product
near flammable material or gases.
• The product is made to cut concrete, brick and
different stone materials. Do not use the product for
other tasks.
• Do not cut asbestos materials.
• Make sure that only approved persons are in the
work area.
• Do not move the product when the cutting equipment
rotates.
• Hold the product with 2 hands. Hold the product
tightly with thumbs and fingers fully around the
plastic handles with insulation. The right hand must
be on the rear handle and the left hand on the front
handle. All operators must use this hold. Do not
operate a power cutter with only 1 hand.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the rotating
diamond chain. To touch a rotating diamond chain
can result in serious injury or death.
• Stand parallel to the guide bar. Avoid standing
straight behind. If a kickback occurs, the product will
move in the plane of the guide bar.
• Do not go away from the product with the motor on.
Before you go away from the product, stop the motor
and make sure that there is no risk of accidental
start.
• Do not use the kickback zone of the guide bar for
Kickback zone on page 11 for
cutting. Refer to
instructions.
• Be careful when you operate corners and sharp
edges. Avoid bouncing and snagging the materials.
It can cause loss of control and kickback.
• Do not operate the product before the work area is
clear and your feet and body are in a stable position.
• Do not cut above shoulder height.
• Do not cut from a ladder. Use a platform or scaffold if
the cut is above shoulder height. Do not overreach.
• Stay at a comfortable distance from the work piece.
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