Husqvarna 326HDA55X-Series, 326HE3X-Series, 326HE4 Operator's Manual

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English – 7GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONSMachine′′′′s safety equipmentThis section describes the machine′ s safety equipment, itspurpose, and how checks and maintenance should be carriedout to ensure that it operates correctly. See the ”What iswhat?” section to locate where this equipment is positionedon your machine.The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk ofaccidents can increase if machine maintenance is not carriedout correctly and if service and/or repairs are not carried outprofessionally. If you need further information please contactyour nearest service workshop.Throttle lockThe throttle lock is designed to prevent accidental operationof the throttle control. When you press the lock (A) (i.e. whenyou grasp the handle) it releases the throttle control (B).When you release the handle the throttle control and thethrottle lock both move back to their original positions. Thismovement is controlled by two independent return springs.This arrangement means that the throttle control isautomatically locked at the idle setting.Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle settingwhen the throttle lock is released.Press the throttle lock and make sure it returns to its originalposition when you release it.Check that the throttle control and throttle lock move freelyand that the return springs work properly.See instructions under the heading Start. Start the hedgetrimmer and apply full throttle. Release the throttle trigger andcheck that the blades stop and remain stationary. If the bladesmove when the throttle trigger is in the idle position then thecarburettor idle setting must be adjusted. See instructionsunder the heading Maintenance.Stop switchUse the stop switch to switch off the engine.Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when youmove the stop switch to the stop setting.Hand guard(326HDA55/326HE3)The hand guard prevents hands from coming into contact withthe moving blades, for example, if the operator loses grip onthe front handle.Check that the hand guard is fitted correctly.Check that the hand guard is undamaged.IMPORTANT!All servicing and repair work on the machine requiresspecial training. This is especially true of the machine′ssafety equipment. If your machine fails any of the checksdescribed below you must contact your service agent.When you buy any of our products we guarantee theavailability of professional repairs and service. If the retailerwho sells your machine is not a servicing dealer, ask him forthe address of your nearest service agent.! WARNING! Never use a machine with faultysafety equipment. The machine’s safetyequipment must be checked and maintainedas described in this section. If your machinefails any of these checks contact yourservice agent to get it repaired.