Safety - Husqvarna 550XP G Mark II Operator's Manual

Note:
Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
certification requirements for some markets.
EPA III
The Emissions Compliance Period referred to on the
Emission Compliance label indicates the number of
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out
specially important parts of the manual.
WARNING:
injury or death for the operator or bystanders
if the instructions in the manual are not
obeyed.
CAUTION:
damage to the product, other materials or
the adjacent area if the instructions in the
manual are not obeyed.
Note:
Used to give more information that is necessary
in a given situation.
General safety instructions
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• A chainsaw is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or
incorrectly and can cause serious injury or death. It
is very important that you read and understand the
contents of this operator's manual.
• Under no circumstances may the design of the
product be modified without the permission of the
manufacturer. Do not use a product that appears
to have been modified by others and only use
accessories recommended for this product. Non-
authorized modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the death of
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Used if there is a risk of
Used if there is a risk of
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operating hours for which the engine has been shown
to meet Federal emissions requirement. Maintenance,
replacement or repair of the emission control devices
and system may be performed by any nonroad engine
repair establishment or individual.
California Proposition 65
WARNING!
The engine exhaust from this
product contains chemicals known
to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

Safety

the operator or others. Your warranty may not
cover damage or liability caused by the use of non-
authorized accessories or replacement parts.
• The inside of the muffler contains chemicals that
may be carcinogenic. Avoid contact with these
elements in the event of a damaged muffler.
• Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust fumes,
chain oil mist and sawdust can represent a health
risk.
• This product produces an electromagnetic field
during operation. This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or passive
medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or
fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical
implants to consult their physician and the medical
implant manufacturer before operating this product.
• The information in this operator's manual is never
a substitute for professional skills and experience.
If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe,
stop and seek expert advice. Contact your servicing
dealer or an experienced chainsaw user. Do not
attempt any task that you feel unsure of!
Safety instructions for operation
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• Before using the chainsaw you must understand the
effects of kickback and how to avoid them. Refer to
Kickback information on page 12 for instructions.
• Never use a product that is faulty.
• Never use a product with visible damage to the
spark plug cap and ignition cable. A risk of sparking
arises, which can cause a fire.
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