Husqvarna 326SX Series, Operator'S Manual

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English
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The machine
′
s vibration damping system reduces the transfer
of vibration between the engine unit/cutting equipment and
the machine
′
s handle unit.
Regularly check the vibration damping units for cracks or
deformation. Check that the vibration damping element is
undamaged and securely attached.
Muf fl er
The muf fl er is designed to keep noise levels to a minimum
and to direct exhaust fumes away from the user. A muf fl er
fi tted with a catalytic converter is also designed to reduce
harmful exhaust gases.
In countries that have a warm and dry climate there is a
signi
fi cant risk of fi re. We therefore fi t certain muf fl ers with a
spark arrestor mesh. Check whether the muf fl er on your
machine is fi tted with this kind of mesh.
For muf fl ers it is very important that you follow the instructions
on checking, maintaining and servicing your machine.
Never use a machine that has a faulty muf fl er.
Regularly check that the muf fl er is securely attached to the
machine.
If the muf fl er on your machine is fi tted with a spark arrestor
mesh this must be cleaned regularly. A blocked mesh will
cause the engine to overheat and may lead to serious
damage.
!
WARNING! Overexposure to vibration can
lead to circulatory damage or nerve damage
in people who have impaired circulation.
Contact your doctor if you experience
symptoms of overexposure to vibration.
Such symptoms include numbness, loss of
feeling, tingling, pricking, pain, loss of
strength, changes in skin colour or
condition. These symptoms normally appear
in the
fi ngers, hands or wrists. The risk
increases at low temperatures.
!
WARNING! Muf fl ers fi tted with catalytic
converters get very hot during use and
remain so for some time after stopping. This
also applies at idle speed. Contact can result
in burns to the skin. Remember the risk of
fi re!
!
WARNING! The inside of the muf fl er contain
chemicals that may be carcinogenic. Avoid
contact with these elements in the event of a
damaged muf
fl er.
!
WARNING! Bear in mind that: Engine
exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide,
which can cause carbon monoxide
poisoning. For this reason you should not
start or run the machine indoors, or
anywhere that is poorly ventilated.
The exhaust fumes from the engine are hot
and may contain sparks which can start a
fi re. Never start the machine indoors or near
combustible material!