General Safety Precautions; General Power Tool Safety Warnings - Husqvarna 115iL Operator's Manual

General power tool safety
warnings
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WARNING! When using electric gardening appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to
reduce the risk of electric shock, fire and/or serious
injurym including the following:
Please read the operator's manual carefully and make
sure you understand the instructions before using the
machine.
(Figure 1) - (Figure 37) refer to figures on pages 2-3.
• The machine is only design for trimming. Never fit
metal cutting elements. Do not use the lawn trimmer
for any job except that for which it is intended. The
term "power tool" in the warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.
Check before starting
• Always remove the battery to prevent the machine
being started by accident. Always disconnect the
battery before any maintenace on the machine.
• Before using the machine and after any impact, check
for signs of wear or damage and repair as necessary.
• Inspect the working area. Remove all loose objects,
such as stones, broken glass, nails, steel wire, string,
etc. that could be thrown out or become wrapped
around the cutter or cutter guard.
• Fully charge the battery before using it the first time.
See instructions under the heading Charging the
battery.
• The machine operator must ensure that no people or
animals come closer than 15 metres while working.
When several operators are working in the same area
the safety distance should be at least 15 metres.
• Do an overall inspection of the machine before use,
see maintenance schedule.
Work area safety
• Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark
areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate power tools in explosive
atmospheres, such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools
create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Do not use in rain.
• Keep children and bystanders away while
operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you
to lose control.
Electrical safety
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will
reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose power tools to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
Avoid dangerous environment. Do not use appliances in
a damp or wet locations. Use right appliance, do not use
appliance for any job except that for whch it is intended.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, charp edges or
moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unaviodable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI) protected supply. Use of an GFCI reduces
the risk of electric shock.
Personal safety
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do
not use a power tool while you are tired or under
the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A
moment of inattention while operating power tools
may result in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protetctive equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch
is in the OFF-position before connecting to power
source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying
the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the
switch or energising power tools that have the switch
on invites accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before
turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left
attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result
in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and
balance at all times. This enables better control of
the power tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves
away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or
long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure that
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