Operating; Protective Equipment; General Safety Precautions - Husqvarna PG 530 Manual De Instrucciones

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.
WARNING! Long-term exposure to noise
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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.
WARNING! There is always a risk of
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crush injuries when working with
products containing moving parts. Wear
protective gloves to avoid body injuries.
Always wear:
• Protective helmet
• Hearing protection
• Protective goggles or a visor
• 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
WARNING! Sparks may appear and start
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a fire when you work with the machine.
Always keep fire fighting equipment
handy.
• Fire fighting equipment
• Always have a first aid kit nearby.

OPERATING

General safety precautions

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. Save all warnings and instructions for
future reference.
• Keep in mind that it is you, the operator that is
responsible for not exposing people or their property
to accidents or hazards.
• The machine must be kept clean. Signs and stickers
must be fully legible.
Always use common sense
It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you
can face. Always exercise care and use your common
sense. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe,
stop and seek expert advice. Contact your dealer, service
agent or an experienced user. Do not attempt any task
that you feel unsure of!
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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.
Children shall not play with the
appliance.
Never allow anyone else to use the
machine without first ensuring that they
have read and 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.
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