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SAFETY RULES
WARNING:
When using gardening
appliances, basic safety precautions should al-
ways be followed to reduce the r isk of fire and
ser io us injury. Read and follow all instr uc tion s .
This power unit can be dangerous! Operator is
responsible for following instructions and warn-
ings on unit and in manual. Read entire instruc-
tion manual before using unit! Be thor oughly fa-
miliar w ith the controls and the proper us e of t he
unit. Restrict t he use of this unit to persons who
read, under stand, and follow i nstructions and
war nings on unit and in manual. Never allow
children to operate this unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
ON THE UNIT
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
DANGER:
Never use blades, wire, or
flailing devices. This unit is designed for line
trimmer use only. Use of any other accessories
or attachments will increase the risk of injury .
WARNING:
Trimmer line throws ob-
jects violently. You and others can be blinded/
injured. Wear safety glasses and leg protec-
tion. Keep body parts clear of rotating line.
Safety Glasses or similar eye protection
Boots
Hazard Zone
15 meters
Keep children, bystanders, and animals 15 me-
ters away. If approached stop unit immediately .
If situations occur which are not covered in
this manual, use care and good judgement. If
you need assistance, contact your authorized
service dealer.
OPERATOR SAFETY
S
Dress properly. Always wear safety
glasses or similar eye protection when op-
erating, or performing maintenance, on
your unit (safety glasses are available).
Eye protection should be marked Z87.
S
Always wear face or dust mask if operation
is dusty.
S
Always wear heavy, long pants, long
sleeves, boots, and gloves. Wearing safety
leg guards is recommended.
S
Always wear foot protection. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Stay clear of
spinning line.
S
Secure hair above shoulder length. Secure
or remove loose clothing or clothing with
loosely hanging ties, straps, tassels, etc.
They can be caught in moving parts.
S
Being fully covered also helps protect you
from debris and pieces of toxic plants
thrown by spinning line.
S
Stay Alert. D o not operate t his unit w hen you
are tired, ill, upset or under the influence of al-
cohol, dr ugs, o r medication. Watch w hat you
are doing; use common sense.
S
Wear hearing protection.
S
Never start or run inside a closed room or
building. Breathing exhaust fumes can kill.
S
Keep handles free of oil and fuel.
UNIT / MAINTENANCE SAFETY
S
Disconnect the spark plug before perform ing
maintenance except carburetor adj ustments.
S
Look for and replace damaged or loose
parts before each use. Look for and repair
fuel leaks bef ore use. Keep in good working
condition.
S
Replace trimmer head parts that are
chipped, cracked, broken, or damaged in
any other way before using the unit.
S
Maintain unit according to recommended
procedures. Keep cutting line at proper
length.
S
Use only 2 mm diameter Husqvarna!
brand line. Never use wi re, rope, string,
etc.
S
Install required shield properly before using
the unit. Use only specified trimmer head;
make sure it is properly installed and se-
curely fastened.
S
Make sure unit is assembled correctly as
shown in this manual.
S
Make carburetor adjustments with lower
end supported to prevent line from contact-
ing any object.
S
Keep others away when making carburetor
adjustments.
S
Use only recommended Husqvarna! ac-
cessories and replacement parts.
S
Have all maintenance and service not ex-
plained in this manual performed by an au-
thorized service dealer.
FUEL SAFETY
S
Mix and pour fuel outdoors.
S
Keep away from sparks or flames.
S
Use a container approved for fuel.
S
Do not smoke or allow smoking near f uel or
the unit.
S
Av oid s pillin g fuel or oil. Wipe u p all fuel spills.
S
Move at least 3 meters away from fueling
site before starting engine.
S
Stop engine and allow to cool before re-
moving fuel cap.
S
Always store gasoline in a container ap-
proved for flammable liquids.