Operating; Protective Equipment; General Safety Precautions - Husqvarna AD 10 Operator's Manual

Protective equipment

General
• Do not use the machine unless you are able to call for help
in the event of an accident.
Personal protective equipment
You must use approved personal protective equipment
whenever you use the machine. Personal protective
equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce
the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your
dealer for help in choosing the right equipment.
WARNING! The use of products such as
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cutters, grinders, drills, that sand or form
material can generate dust and vapours
which may contain hazardous chemicals.
Check the nature of the material you intend
to process and use an appropriate breathing
mask.
Long-term exposure to noise can result in
permanent hearing impairment. So always
use approved hearing protection. Listen out
for warning signals or shouts when you are
wearing hearing protection. Always remove
your hearing protection as soon as the
engine stops.
Always wear:
• Approved protective helmet
• Hearing protection
• Approved eye protection. If you use a face shield then you
must also wear approved protective goggles. Approved
protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87.1
in the USA or EN 166 in EU countries. Visors must comply
with standard EN 1731.
• Breathing mask
• Heavy-duty, firm grip gloves.
• Tight-fitting, heavy-duty and comfortable clothing that
permits full freedom of movement.
• Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole.
Be careful as clothing, long hair, and jewellery can get caught
in moving parts.
Other protective equipment
CAUTION! Sparks may appear and start a
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fire when you work with the machine. Always
keep fire fighting equipment handy.
• Fire Extinguisher
• Always have a first aid kit nearby.

OPERATING

General safety precautions

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This section describes basic safety directions for using the
machine. This information is never a substitute for
professional skills and experience.
• Please read the operator's manual carefully and make
sure you understand the instructions before using the
machine.
• This machine is used in combination with other products.
Please read the manual provided with the products
carefully and make sure you understand the instructions
before using the machine.
• Keep in mind that it is you, the operator that is responsible
for not exposing people or their property to accidents or
hazards.
• All operators shall be trained in the use of the machine.
The owner is responsible for ensuring that the operators
receive training.
• The machine must be kept clean. Signs and stickers must
be fully legible.
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WARNING! Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings
and instructions may result in electrtic
shock, fire and/or serious injury.
WARNING! The machine can be a dangerous
tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which
can cause serious or fatal injury to the
operator or others.
Never allow children or other persons not
trained in the use of the machine to use or
service it. Never allow anyone else to use the
machine without first ensuring that they
have understood the contents of the
operator's manual.
Never use the machine if you are fatigued,
while under the influence of alcohol or
drugs, medication or anything that could
affect your vision, alertness, coordination or
judgement.
WARNING! Unauthorized modifications and/
or accessories may lead to serious injury or
death to the user or others.
Do not modify this product or use it if it
appears to have been modified by others.
Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out
the checks, maintenance and service
instructions described in this manual. Some
maintenance and service measures must be
carried out by trained and qualified
specialists. See instructions under the
heading Maintenance.
Always use genuine accessories.
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