Machine´s Safety Equipment; General - Husqvarna FS 3500 G Manuel D'utilisation

MA CHINE´S SAFETY EQ UIPMENT

General

WARNING! Never use a machine that has
faulty safety equipment! If your machine
fails any checks contact your service agent
to get it repaired. The engine should be
switched off, and the Engine start switch in
STOP position.
WARNING! The bladeshaft rotates when the
engine is cranked or started.
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.
Machine stop
The machine stop is used to quickly switch off the engine and
all electrical functions except lights.
NOTICE! Do not use for routine stop.
Testing the machine stop
Set the Forward/Reverse control lever to the STOP position.
The engine will not start unless the lever is in the distinct
STOP position.
• Start the engine, turn the Engine start switch to ignition on
position. Follow the procedure in the engine manual.
• Press the machine stop and check that the engine stops.
This will set the machine in safe mode.
• Reset the machine stop by pulling the knob outward.
Blade guard
WARNING! Always check that the blade
guard is fitted correctly before starting the
machine.
This guard is fitted above the blade and is designed to prevent
parts of the blade or cutting fragments from being thrown
towards the user.
It will also protect the user from the blade and cool the blade
with water when wet cutting.
Checking the blade guard
WARNING! Always check that the guard is
correctly fitted before starting the machine.
Also check that the blade is fitted correctly
and is not damaged in any way. A damaged
blade can cause personal injuries.
• Check that the blade guard is not damaged or cracked.
Replace the blade guard if it is exposed to impact or is
cracked.
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