Husqvarna 236: GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

BOOTS

control and the throttle lockout both move back to their

original positions. This movement is controlled by two

Wear boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip sole.

independent return springs. This arrangement means that

the throttle control is automatically locked at the idle

setting.

A

B

CLOTHING

Wear clothes made of a strong fabric and avoid loose

clothing that can catch on twigs and branches. Always

wear heavy, long pants. Do not wear jewellery, shorts

sandals or go barefoot. Secure hair so it is above shoulder

level.

FIRST AID KIT

Make sure the throttle control is locked at the idle setting

Always have a first aid kit nearby.

when the throttle lockout is released.

Machine′s safety equipment

This section describes the machine′s safety equipment,

its purpose, and how checks and maintenance should be

carried out to ensure that it operates correctly. See the

”What is what?” section to locate where this equipment is

Press the throttle lockout and make sure it returns to its

positioned on your machine.

original position when you release it.

The life span of the machine can be reduced and the risk

of accidents can increase if machine maintenance is not

carried out correctly and if service and/or repairs are not

carried out professionally. If you need further information

please contact your nearest service workshop.

IMPORTANT! All servicing and repair work on the

machine requires special training. This is especially true

of the machine

′s safety equipment. If your machine fails

any of the checks described below you must contact

your service agent. When you buy any of our products

we guarantee the availability of professional repairs and

Check that the throttle control and throttle lockout move

service. If the retailer who sells your machine is not a

freely and that the return springs work properly.

servicing dealer, ask him for the address of your nearest

service agent.

WARNING! Never use a machine with

faulty safety equipment. The machine’s

!

safety equipment must be checked and

maintained as described in this section.

If your machine fails any of these checks

contact your service agent to get it

repaired.

See instructions under the heading Start. Start the

Throttle lockout

machine and apply full throttle. Release the throttle and

The throttle lockout is designed to prevent accidental

check that the cutting attachment stops and remains at a

operation of the throttle control. When you press the lock

standstill. If the cutting attachment rotates with the throttle

(A) (i.e. when you grasp the handle) it releases the throttle

in the idle position then the carburettor idle setting must

control (B). When you release the handle the throttle

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