Electrical Safety; Personal Safety; Personal Protective Equipment - Husqvarna K 4000 Bedienungsanweisung

• If cutting into a container (drum, pipe, or other
container) you must first make sure it does not
contain flammable or other volatile material.

Electrical safety

WARNING: The product (United Kingdom
and Ireland 110V) is not equipped with a
ground fault circuit interrupter. The machine
must always be used with an isolating
transformer for protection in case an
electrical fault should occur.
WARNING: Do not wash the machine with
water, as water can enter the electrical
system or the engine and cause damage to
the machine or short circuit.
• Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never
modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter
plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce
the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded
surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric
shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
• Do not expose the power tool to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase
the risk of electric shock.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for
carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving
parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
• When operating a power tool outdoors, use an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a
cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of
electric shock.
• If operating a power tool in a damp location is
unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD)
protected device. Use of an RCD reduces the risk of
electric shock.
• Check that the cord and extension cord are intact
and in good condition. Never use the machine if the
cord is damaged, hand it in to an authorized service
workshop for repair.
• To avoid overheating do not use the extension cord
while it is rolled up.
• When using an extension cable, use only certified
extension cables with sufficient reach. For more
information, see Technical data on page 23 section.
An undersized cable means a risk of reduced
machine capacity and overheating.
• The machine should be connected to an earthed
outlet socket. Check that the mains voltage
corresponds with that stated on the rating plate on
the machine.
• Ensure the cord is behind you when you start to use
the machine so that the cord will not be damaged.
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Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use
common sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use a power tool while you are tired or under the
influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result
in serious personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear
eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce
personal injuries.
• Avoid accidental starting. Ensure that the switch is in
the OFF-position before plugging in.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in
the OFF-position before connecting to power source
and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool.
Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch
or energising power tools that have the switch on,
can result in accidents.
• Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning
the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to
a rotating part of the power tool may result in
personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance
at all times. This enables better control of the power
tool in unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewellery. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away
from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long
hair can be caught in moving parts.
• If devices are provided for the connection of dust
extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Dust collection can
reduce dust-related hazards.
• Remain at a distance from the blades when the
engine is running.
• 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 fingers, hands or wrists. These
symptoms may be increased in cold temperatures.

Personal protective equipment

WARNING: Products such as cutters,
grinders or drills, that sand or form material
can generate dust and vapors, which may
contain hazardous chemicals. Check the
nature of the material you intend to process
and use an appropriate breathing mask.
WARNING: Always use approved hearing
protection. Long-term exposure to noise can
result in permanent hearing impairment. Be
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