User manual HUSQVARNA K970

[. . . ] Operator′s manual K 970 K 970 Rescue Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. The machine can be a dangerous tool if used incorrectly or carelessly, which can cause serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. See instructions under the heading ”Personal protective equipment”. Explanation of warning levels The warnings are graded in three levels. WARNING! ! WARNING! [. . . ] Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. The use of products such as 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. Long-term exposure to noise can result in permanent hearing impairment. Listen out for warning signals or shouts when you are wearing hearing protection. Always wear: • • • Approved protective helmet Hearing protection Approved eye protection. If you use a face shield then you must also wear approved protective goggles. Approved protective goggles must comply with standard ANSI Z87. 1 in the USA or EN 166 in EU countries. Tight-fitting, heavy-duty and comfortable clothing that permits full freedom of movement. Boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole. Always use common sense It is not possible to cover every conceivable situation you can face. If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe, stop and seek expert advice. 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. Never allow anyone else to use the machine without first ensuring that they have 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. ! ! ! • • • • WARNING!Unauthorized modifications and/ or accessories may lead to serious injury or death to the user or others. Under no circumstances may the design of the machine be modified without the permission of the manufacturer. Do not modify this product or use it if it appears to have been modified by others. Carry out the checks, maintenance and service instructions described in this manual. Some maintenance and service measures must be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. Always use genuine accessories. Other protective equipment ! • • CAUTION!Always keep fire fighting equipment handy. Fire Extinguisher Always have a first aid kit nearby. General safety precautions This section describes basic safety directions for using the machine. [. . . ] Loosen the bolts holding the spring cassette. Changing a broken or worn starter cord • Remove any remnants of the old starter cord and check that the return spring works. Insert the new starter cord through the hole in the starter housing and in the cord pulley. • Remove the recoil spring by turning the starter over and loosen the hooks, with the help of a screwdriver. The hooks hold the return spring assembly on the starter. • Secure the starter cord around the cord pulley as illustrated. [. . . ]