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(Fig. 10)
(Fig. 11)
(Fig. 12)
(Fig. 13)
(Fig. 14) the product is not domestic waste.
Recycle it at an approved disposal location for electrical and electronic equipment.
(Fig. 15)
The noise emission of the product is
specified in Technical data on page 22
and on the decal.
Protected against splashing water.
Scannable code
The product agrees with applicable EC directives.
The product agrees with applicable Eurasian
Customs Union directives.
Note:
Other symbols/decals on the product refer to certification requirements for some markets.
Instructions decals
(Fig. 16)
Start instruction, refer to
17 .
(Fig. 17)
Stop instruction, refer to
To stop the product on page 17.
The product agrees with applicable UkrSEPRO directives.
The product agrees with applicable RCM directives. Applies to
AU/NZ only
Noise emission to the environment complies with applicable EC Directives.
Safety
Product liability
As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not liable for damages that our product causes if:
• the product is incorrectly repaired.
• the product is repaired with parts that are not from the manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
• the product has an accessory that is not from the manufacturer or not approved by the manufacturer.
• the product is not repaired at an approved service center or by an approved authority.
Safety definitions
Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the manual.
instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the
CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other materials or the adjacent area if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.
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Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation.
General safety instructions
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• This product is dangerous if used incorrectly or if you are not careful. Injury or death can occur if you do not obey the safety instructions.
• This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this product.
• Always be careful and use your common sense. If you are not sure how to operate the product in a special situation, stop and speak to your Husqvarna dealer before you continue.
• Keep in mind that the operator will be held responsible for accidents that involve other persons or their property.
• Keep the product clean. Make sure that you can clearly read signs and decals.
• Never allow children or people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the appliance. Local regulations may restrict the age of the operator
• Always monitor a person, with decreased physical capacity or mental capacity, that uses the product. A responsible adult must be there at all times.
• Do not use the product if you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine. This has a negative effect on your vision, alertness, coordination and judgment.
• Do not use the product if it is defective.
• Do not change this product or use it if it is possible that it has been changed by others.
Work area safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
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• Remove objects such as branches, twigs and stones from the work area before you use the product.
• Objects that hit against the cutting equipment can eject and cause damage to persons and objects. Keep bystanders and animals at a safe distance from the product.
• Never use the product in bad weather such as fog, rain, strong winds, intense cold and risk of lightning. To use the product in bad weather or in moist or wet locations is tiring.
Bad weather can cause dangerous conditions, such as slippery surfaces.
• Look out for persons, objects and situations that can prevent safe operation of the product.
• Look out for obstacles, such as roots, stones, twigs, pits and ditches. Long grass can hide obstacles.
• To cut grass on slopes can be dangerous. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Do not use the product on ground that slopes more than 15°
• Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes. Operate the product across the face of slopes. Do not move up and down.
• Be careful when you go near hidden corners and objects that prevent a clear view.
Work safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• Use this product to cut grass lawns only. It is not permitted to use it for other tasks.
• Use personal protective equipment. Refer to
Personal protective equipment on page
11.
• Make sure that you know how to stop the motor quickly in an emergency.
• Do not operate the product in rain or wet conditions. The risk of electrical shock increases if water enters the product.
• Do not operate the product unless the blade and all covers are attached correctly.
An incorrectly attached blade can come loose and cause personal injury.
• Make sure that the blade does not hit objects such as stones and roots. This can do damage to the blade and bend the motor shaft. A bent axle causes heavy vibration and a
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very high risk that the blade becomes loose.
• If the blade hits an object or if vibrations occur, stop the product immediately. Stop the motor, pull up the safety key and remove the battery.
Examine the product for damages. Repair damages or let an authorised service agent do the repair.
• Never attach the motor brake handle permanently to the handle when the motor is started.
• Put the product on a stable, flat surface and start it. Make sure that the blade does not hit the ground or other objects.
• Always stay behind the product when you operate it.
• Let all the wheels stay on the ground and keep 2 hands on the handle when you operate the product. Keep your hands and feet away from the rotating blades.
• Do not tilt the product when the motor is started.
• Be careful when you pull the product rearward.
• Never lift up the product when the motor is started. If you must lift the product, first stop the motor, pull up the safety key and remove the battery.
• Do not walk rearward when you operate the product.
• Stop the motor when you move across areas without grass, for example paths made of gravel, stone and asphalt.
• Do not run with the product when the motor is started.
Always walk when you operate the product.
• Stop the motor before you change the cutting height.
Never make adjustments with the motor started.
• Never let the product stay out of view with the motor started.
Stop the motor and make sure that the cutting equipment does not rotate.
Safety instructions for operation
Personal protective equipment
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• Personal protective equipment cannot fully prevent injury but it decreases the degree of injury if an accident does occur. Let your dealer help you select the right equipment.
• Use heavy-duty slip-resistant boots or shoes. Do not use
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open shoes or go with bare feet.
• Use heavy, long pants.
• Use protective gloves when necessary, for example when you attach, examine or clean the cutting equipment.
Safety devices on the product
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• Do not use a product with defective safety devices.
• Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If the safety devices are defective, speak to your Husqvarna service agent.
To do a check of the cutting cover
The cutting cover decreases vibrations in the product and decreases the risk of injury from the blade.
• Examine the cutting cover to make sure that there are no damages such as cracks.
Safety key
The safety key is below the battery lid. The safety key connects the battery that supplies the motor with power.
To do a check of the safety key
The safety key connects the battery that supplies the motor with power.
• Start and stop the motor. If the safety key operates correctly, the motor can only start when the key is in the safety lock.
Motor brake handle
The motor brake handle stops the motor. When the motor brake handle is released, the motor stops.
To do a check of the motor brake, start the motor and then release the motor brake handle.
If the motor does not stop in 3 seconds, let an approved
Husqvarna service agent adjust the motor brake.
(Fig. 18)
To examine the start inhibitor
Do a check of the start inhibitor to make sure that it prevents operation of the motor.
1. Push the motor brake handle in the direction of the handlebar. The start inhibitor stops the movement.
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2. Push the start inhibitor out.
(Fig. 19)
3. Release the start inhibitor and make sure that it goes back to its initial position.
Battery safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• Use Husqvarna rechargeable batteries as a power supply for related Husqvarna products only. To prevent injury, do not use the battery as a power supply for other devices.
• Do not use non-rechargeable batteries.
• Risk of electrical shock. Do not connect the battery terminals to keys, coins, screws or other metal. This can cause a short circuit of the battery.
• Do not put objects into the air slots of the battery.
• Keep the battery away from sunlight, heat or open flame.
The battery can explode and cause burns and/or chemical burns.
• Keep the battery away from rain and wet conditions.
• Keep the battery away from microwaves and high pressure.
• Do not try to disassemble or break the battery.
• If the battery leaks, do not let the liquid touch your body or eyes. If you have touched the liquid, clean the area with a large quantity of water and get medical aid.
• Use the battery in temperatures between -10°C and 40°C.
• Do not clean the battery or the battery charger with water.
See
To clean the battery and the battery charger on page
19.
• Do not use a defective or damaged battery.
• Keep batteries in storage away from metal objects such as nails, coins, jewellery.
Battery charger safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• Use the QC battery chargers to charge Husqvarna replacement batteries only.
• Risk of electrical shock or short circuit. Do not put
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objects into the air slots of the charger. Do not try to disassemble the battery charger. Do not connect the charger terminals to metal objects. Use an approved mains socket.
• This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field may under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injury, we recommend persons with medical implants to consult their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this product.
• Regularly make sure that the power cord of the battery charger is not damaged and that there are no cracks in it.
• Do not lift the battery charger by the power cord. To disconnect the battery charger from a mains socket, pull out the plug. Do not pull the power cord.
• Keep the power cord and extension cables away from water, oil and sharp edges.
Make sure that the cable is not pinched in doors, fences or equivalent. It can cause the charger to become energized.
• Do not clean the battery charger with water.
• The battery charger can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the battery charger in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the battery charger. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Do not charge nonrechargeable batteries in the battery charger.
• Do not use the battery charger near flammable materials or materials that can cause corrosion. Do not cover the battery charger. Pull out the plug to the battery charger if there is smoke or fire.
• Do not use a defective or damaged battery charger.
• Only charge the battery indoors in a room with good airflow and away from sunlight. Do not charge the battery in wet conditions.
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