Husqvarna 323Ex Series Operator's Manual

WORKING TECHNIQUESEnglish – 171153252-95 Rev.1 2010-02-02General working instructionsSafety instructions regarding thesurroundings• Never allow children to use the machine.• Ensure that no-one comes closer than 15 m while youare working.• Never allow anyone else to use the machine withoutfirst ensuring that they have understood the contentsof the operator’s manual.Safety instructions before starting work• 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 wrappedaround the cutter or cutter guard.• Keep unauthorised persons at a distance. Children,animals, onlookers and helpers should be keptoutside the safety zone of 15 m. Stop the machineimmediately if anyone approaches.• Check the entire machine before starting. Replacedamaged parts. Check that there are no fuel leaksand that all guards and covers are complete andfastened securely. Check all nuts and screws.• Check the blade for cracks or any other damage.• Ensure the blade guard is mounted and not damaged.• Check that the blade and blade guard are correctlysecured.• Make sure the blade does not rotate when idling.• Make sure that the handle and safety features are ingood working order. Never use a machine that lacks apart or has been modified outside its specifications.• Only use the machine for the purpose it was intendedfor.Basic safety rules1 Look around you:• To ensure that people, animals or other things cannotaffect your control of the machine.• To ensure that people, animals, etc., do not come intocontact with the cutting attachment or loose objectsthat are thrown out by the cutting attachment.• CAUTION! Do not use the machine unless you areable to call for help in the event of an accident.2 Do not use the machine in bad weather, such asdense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc.3 Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check thearea around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks,branches, ditches, etc.) in case you have to movesuddenly. Take great care when working on slopingground.4 The engine must be switched off before moving.5 Never put the machine down with the engine runningunless you have it in clear sight.Basic working techniquesSafety instructions while working• Always ensure you have a safe and stable workingposition.IMPORTANT!This section describes the basic safety rules for workingwith edgers.If you encounter a situation where you are uncertainhow to proceed you should ask an expert. Contact yourdealer or your service workshop.Avoid all usage which you consider to be beyond yourcapability.! WARNING! The machine can causeserious personal injury. Read the safetyinstructions carefully. Learn how to usethe machine.! WARNING! A faulty cutting attachmentmay increase the risk of accidents.! WARNING! Cutting tool. Do not touch thetool without first switching off theengine.