Machine´s Safety Equipment; General - Husqvarna Soff-Cut 150 Operator's Manual

General

WARNING! Never use a machine that has
!
faulty safety equipment! If your machine
fails any of these checks contact your
service agent to get it repaired.
This section describes the machine's safety equipment, its
purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carried
out to ensure that it operates correctly.
ON/OFF switch
The ON/OFF switch is used to turn the engine on and off.
Checking the ON/OFF switch
• Turn the switch to the 'ON" ('1" position) to start the
engine. The blade starts to rotate when the engine is
turned on.
• Turn the switch to the 'OFF" ('O" position). Check that the
engine stops.
Blade block guard
The blade block protects the operator from the rotating blade
and controls dust.
Checking the blade block guard
• Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked.
Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is
cracked.
• A damaged blade block assembly must be replaced to
protect the operator.
• Always check that the guard is correctly fitted before
starting the machine.
Lexan cover
• The lexan cover primarily controls dust, but also aids to
deflect particle ejection.
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MACHINE´S SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Checking the lexan cover
• Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked.
Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is
cracked.
• Always check that the guard is correctly fitted before
starting the machine.
• Ensure the lexan cover move freely up and down.
Roll cage
The roll cage protects the equipment/engine and operator
from damage.
Checking the roll cage
• Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked.
Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is
cracked.
• Always check that the guard is correctly fitted before
starting the machine.
Belt guard
The belt guard protects the operator from rotating sheaves
and belt.
Checking the belt guard
• Check that the guard is undamaged and not cracked.
Replace the guard if it has been exposed to impact or is
cracked.
• Always check that the guard is correctly fitted before
starting the machine.