Safety - Husqvarna 525PT5S Operator's Manual

Note:
Other symbols/decals on the product refer to
certification requirements for other commercial areas.
Euro V Emissions
WARNING:
voids the EU type-approval of this product.
Product liability
As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not
liable for damages that our product causes if:
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.
• This product produces an electromagnetic field
during operation. This field may under some
circumstances interfere with active or passive
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This product is not electrically insulated. If the product touches or comes close to high-volt-
age power lines it could lead to death or serious injury. Electricity can jump from one point
to another by arcing. The higher the voltage, the greater the distance electricity can jump.
Electricity can also travel through branches and other objects, especially if they are wet.
Always keep a distance of at least 10 m between the machine and high-voltage power lines
and/or any objects that are touching them. If you have to work within this safe distance you
should always contact the relevant power company to make sure the power is switched off
before you start work.
The operator of the product must ensure, while working, that no persons or animals come
closer than 15 meters.
Tampering with the engine
Used if there is a risk of
Used if there is a risk of
Read the warning
• the product is incorrectly repaired.
• the product is repaired with parts that are not
from the manufacturer or not approved by the
manufacturer.
• the product has an accessory that is not from the
manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
• the product is not repaired at an approved service
center or by an approved authority.

Safety

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.
• This product is a dangerous tool if you are not
careful or if you use the product incorrectly. This
product can cause serious injury or death to the
operator or others.
• It is very important that you read and understand
the contents of this operator's manual. If you feel
uncertainty about a work situation or the operating
procedures after you read the operator's manual,
speak to a service agent before you continue.
• 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 the
operator or others.
• Do a check of the product before use. Refer to
Safety devices on the product on page 6 and
To check before starting on page 11 . Do not
use a defective product. Do the safety checks,
maintenance and service instructions described in
this manual.
• A used muffler/spark arrester and spark arrester
mounting face may contain deposits of combustion
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