Safety; Safety Definitions; Safety Instructions For Operation; General Safety Instructions - Husqvarna T540XP Mark III Bedienungsanweisung

Safety definitions

The definitions below give the level of severity for each
signal word.
WARNING:
CAUTION:
Note:
This information makes the product easier to
use.

General safety instructions

WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• A chainsaw is a dangerous tool if used carelessly or
incorrectly and can cause serious injury or death. It
is very important that you read and understand the
contents of this operator's manual.
• Under no circumstances may the design of the
product be modified without the permission of the
manufacturer. Do not use a product that appears
to have been modified by others and only use
accessories recommended for this product. Non-
authorized modifications and/or accessories can
result in serious personal injury or the death of the
operator or others.
• A used muffler/spark arrester and spark arrester
mounting face may contain deposits of combustion
particles that may be carcinogenic. Avoid being
exposed to these compounds when handling the
muffler and/or spark arrester. Prior to any handling
of the muffler and/or the spark arrester, refer to
do a check of the muffler on page 189 .
• Long term inhalation of the engine's exhaust fumes,
chain oil mist and sawdust can represent a health
risk.
• 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.
• The information in this operator's manual is never
a substitute for professional skills and experience.
If you get into a situation where you feel unsafe,
stop and seek expert advice. Contact your servicing
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Injury to persons.
Damage to the product.
Read the warning
To

Safety

dealer or an experienced chainsaw user. Do not
attempt any task that you feel unsure of!

Safety instructions for operation

WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use the
product.
• This top handle chainsaw is designed specifically for
tree surgery and maintenance in the tree. Due to
the special compact handle design (closely spaced
handles), there is an increased risk of losing control.
For this reason these special chainsaws should be
used only for work in a tree by persons who are
trained in special cutting and working techniques and
who are properly secured (lift bucket, ropes, safety
harness). Regular chainsaws (with wider spaced
handles) are recommended for all other cutting work
at ground level.
• Working in a tree requires the use of special
cutting and working techniques which must be
observed in order to reduce the increased risk
of personal injury. Never work in a tree unless
you have received specific, professional training for
such work, including training in the use of safety
and other climbing equipment, such as harnesses,
ropes, belts, climbing irons, snap hooks, carabiners,
etcetera.
• Never attempt to catch falling sections. Never cut in
the tree when you are only secured with one rope.
Always use two secured ropes.
• During critical felling operations, hearing protectors
should be lifted immediately when the sawing is
completed so that sounds and warning signals can
be heard.
• Before using this product you must understand the
effects of kickback and how to avoid them. Refer to
Kickback information on page 181 for instructions.
• Never use a product that is faulty. Carry out the
safety checks, maintenance and service instructions
described in this manual. Some maintenance and
service measures must be carried out by trained and
qualified specialists. Refer to
186 for instructions.
• Never use the product with visible damage to the
spark plug cap and ignition cable. A risk of sparking
arises, which can cause a fire.
• Never use the product if you are fatigued, while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs, medication
or anything that could affect your vision, alertness,
coordination or judgement.
• Do not use the product in bad weather such
as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense
cold, etcetera. Working in bad weather is tiring
Read the warning
Maintenance on page
173