User manual HUSQVARNA 450 EPA II

[. . . ] Operator’s manual 445 450e EPA II 445e EPA II 450 EPA II EPA II E n gl i s h Please read the operator’s manual carefully and make sure you understand the instructions before using the machine. Lire attentivement et bien assimiler le manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser la machine. Lea detenidamente el manual de instrucciones y asegúrese de entender su contenido antes de utilizar la máquina. 1151081-49 Rev. 2 2008-02-27 KEY TO SYMBOLS Symbols on the machine: WARNING!Careless or improper use can result in serious or fatal injury to the operator or others. [. . . ] Follow the instructions above, but do not use a chain saw in a situation where you cannot call for help in case of an accident. 2 Do not use the machine in bad weather, such as dense fog, heavy rain, strong wind, intense cold, etc. Working in bad weather is tiring and often brings added risks, such as icy ground, unpredictable felling direction, etc. Take great care when removing small branches and avoid cutting bushes (i. e. cutting many small branches at the same time). Small branches can be grabbed by the chain and thrown back at you, causing serious injury. Make sure you can move and stand safely. Check the area around you for possible obstacles (roots, rocks, branches, ditches, etc. ) in case you have to move suddenly. Take great care when working on sloping ground. 3 10 Check the chain tension. General working instructions IMPORTANT!This section describes basic safety rules for using a chain saw. This information 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 chain saw dealer, service agent or an experienced chain saw user. Do not attempt any task that you are not sure you can handle!Before using a chain saw you must understand the effects of kickback and how to avoid them. See instructions under the heading How to avoid kickback. Before using a chain saw you must understand the difference between cutting with the top and bottom edges of the bar. See instructions under the headings How to avoid kickback and Machine’s safety equipment. See instructions under the heading Personal protective equipment. 5 Take great care when cutting a tree that is under tension. A tree that is under tension may spring back to its normal position before or after being cut. If you position yourself incorrectly or make the cut in the wrong place the tree may hit you or the machine and cause you to lose control. [. . . ] WARRANTY SCHEDULE FOR CONSUMER TURF CARE EQUIPMENT: 2 Year Consumer Warranty: Automatic mower, all Residential Zero Turn Riders, all lawn, yard and garden tractors, all noncommercial walk behind mowers, tillers, snow blowers, electrical products and power-assist collection systems for noncommercial, nonprofessional, noninstitutional or nonincome producing use, except as herein stated. All consumer product use must have been limited to the owner’s residence. SECTION 4: EXCEPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS SECTION 5: CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES SECTION 6: PROCEDURE TO OBTAIN WARRANTY CONSIDERATION It is the Owner’s and Retailer’s responsibility to make certain that the Warranty Registration Card is properly filled out and mailed to Husqvarna Forest & Garden Company. This card should be mailed within ten (10) days from the date of purchase in order to confirm the warranty and to facilitate post-sale service. Proof of purchase must be presented to the authorized Husqvarna retailer in order to obtain warranty service. [. . . ]