Husqvarna PG 400 Floor Grinder/Polisher 967676301, 16", w/ 9 HP Gas Honda GXV390 Engine

Safety Information

Husqvarna PG 400 Floor Grinder/Polisher

Safety definitions

Warnings, cautions and notes are used to point out specially important parts of the manual.

WARNING: Used if there is a risk of injury or death for the operator or bystanders if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.

CAUTION: Used if there is a risk of damage to the product, other materials or the
adjacent area if the instructions in the manual are not obeyed.

Note: Used to give more information that is necessary in a given situation.

General safety instructions

WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.

• This product is a dangerous tool if you are not careful or if you use the product incorrectly. This product can cause serious injury or death to the operator or others. Before you use the product, you must read and understand the contents of this operator’s manual.
• Save all warnings and instructions.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• The operator and the employer of the operator must know and prevent the risks during operation of the product.
• Do not let a person operate the product unless they read and understand the contents of the operator's manual.
• Do not operate the product unless you receive training before use. Make sure that all operators receive training.
• Do not let a child operate the product.
• Only let approved persons operate the product.
• The operator is responsible for accidents that occur to other persons or their property.
• Do not use the product if you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.
• Always be careful and use your common sense.
• This product produces an electromagnetic field during operation. This field can under some circumstances interfere with active or passive medical implants. To decrease the risk of serious injury or death, we recommend persons with medical
implants to speak to their physician and the medical implant manufacturer before operating this product
• Keep the product clean. Make sure that you can clearly read signs and decals.
• Do not use the product if it is defective.
• Do not do modifications to this product.
• Do not operate the product if it is possible that other persons have done modifications to the product.

Safety instructions for operation

WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product

• Use personal protective equipment. Refer to Personal protective equipment on page 6.
• Overexposure to vibration can cause circulatory damage or nerve damage to persons with decreased blood circulation. Get medical aid if you have symptoms of overexposure to vibration. These symptoms include numbness, loss of feeling,
tingling, pricking, pain, loss of strength, changes in skin color or condition. These symptoms usually show in the fingers, hands or wrists.
• Before you go away from the product, stop the engine and make sure that there is no risk of accidental start.
• Only start the product with the brush strip attached. The brush strip must seal tightly to the surface, especially during dry surface operations.
• Make sure that the brush strip is clean and not damaged. Replace a damaged brush strip.
• When dry grinding, connect the product to a dust extractor for removal of the dust.
• Keep the dust extractor on until the engine stops fully.
• Make sure that the grinding head does not touch the surface when you start the product.
• Make sure that only approved persons are in the work area.
• Do not use the product in areas where fire or explosions can occur.
• Always disassemble the diamond tool after each operation.
• When you remove diamond tools, let the product become cool and use protective gloves. Diamond tools are very hot after use.
• Make sure that the product is assembled correctly.
• To lift the product, always use the lifting eye of the product.
• Only operate the product from behind with your 2 hands on the handle.
• Only operate the product on horizontal surfaces.
• Be very careful when you move the product up and

down ramps. The product is heavy and there is a risk of injury if the product falls or moves too quickly. For ramps with a large angle, always use a winch. Do not walk or stay below the product.
• Always keep the 2 wheels on the ground during operation.
• Make sure that you know how to stop the engine quickly in an emergency.
• Make sure that clothing, long hair and jewelry do not get caught in moving parts
• Make sure that you are in a safe and stable position during operation.
• Sudden appearance of persons and animals can prevent safe operation of the product. Always operate the product carefully and be prepared to stop the product if it is necessary.
• Do not operate the product unless you can get aid if an accident occurs
• Always use approved accessories. Speak to your Husqvarna dealer for more information.

Personal protective equipment

WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• Always use correct personal protective equipment when you operate the product. The personal protective equipment does not erase the risk of injury. The personal protective equipment decreases the grade of injury if an accident occurs. Let your
dealer help you select the right equipment.
• Use approved eye protection while you operate the product.
• Do not use loose, heavy and not applicable clothing. Use clothes that let you move freely.
• Use approved protective gloves that enables a solid hold.
• Use an approved protective helmet.
• Always use approved hearing protection while you operate the product. Noise for a long period can cause noise-induced hearing loss.
• The product makes dust and fumes that contain dangerous chemicals. Use an approved respiratory protection.
• Use boots with steel toe-caps and non-slip soles.
• Make sure that you have a first aid kit near.
• Sparks can occur when you operate the product. Make sure that you have a fire extinguisher near.

Exhaust fumes safety

WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.

• The exhaust fumes from the engine contain carbon monoxide which is an odourless, poisonous and very dangerous gas. To breathe carbon monoxide can cause death. Because carbon monoxide is odourless and cannot be seen, it is not possible to sense it. A symptom of carbon monoxide poisoning is dizziness, but it is possible that a person becomes unconscious without warning if the quantity or concentration of
carbon monoxide is sufficient.
• Exhaust fumes also contain unburned hydrocarbons including benzene. Long-term inhalation can cause health problems.
• Exhaust fumes that you can see or smell also contain carbon monoxide.
• Do not use a combustion engine product indoors or in areas that do not have sufficient airflow.
• Do not breathe the exhaust fumes.
• Make sure that the airflow in the work area is sufficient. This is very important when you operate the product in trenches or other small work areas where exhaust fumes can easily collect.

Noise safety

WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• High noise levels and long-term exposure to noise can cause noise-induced hearing loss.
• To keep the noise level to a minimum, do maintenance on and operate the product as given in the operator's manual.
• Use approved hearing protection while you operate the product.
• Listen for warning signals and voices when you use hearing protection. Remove the hearing protection when the product is stopped, unless hearing protection is necessary for the noise level in the work area.

Safety devices on the product

WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.
• Do not use a product with defective safety devices.
• Do a check of the safety devices regularly. If the safety devices are defective, speak to your Husqvarna service agent.

To do a check of the operator presence control

The operator presence control stops the engine. When the operator presence control is released, the engine stops
• Start the engine and then release the operator presence control. If the engine does not stop in 3 seconds, let an approved Husqvarna service agent correct the operator presence control.

Muffler

The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Do not use the product if the muffler is missing or defective. A defective muffler increases the noise level and the risk of fire.

WARNING: The muffler becomes very hot during and after use and when the engine
operates at idle speed. Be careful near flammable materials and/or fumes to prevent
fire.

To do a check of the muffler
• Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is attached correctly and not damaged.

Fuel safety

WARNING: Read the warning instructions that follow before you use the product.

• Fuel is flammable and the fumes are explosive. Be careful with fuel to prevent injury, fire and explosion.
• Do not breathe in the fuel fumes. The fuel fumes are poisonous and can cause injury. Make sure that the airflow is sufficient.
• Do not remove the fuel tank cap or fill the fuel tank when the engine is on.
• Let the engine become cool before you refuel.
• Do not fill fuel in an indoor area. Not sufficient airflow can cause injury or death because of asphyxiation or carbon monoxide.
• Do not smoke near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not put hot objects near the fuel or the engine.
• Do not fill fuel near sparks or flames.
• Before you refuel, open the fuel tank cap slowly and release the pressure carefully.
• Fuel on your skin can cause injury. If you get fuel on your skin, use soap and water to remove the fuel.
• If you spill fuel on your clothing, change clothing immediately.
• Do not fill the fuel tank fully. Heat causes the fuel to expand. Keep a space at the top of the fuel tank.
• Tighten the fuel tank cap fully. If the fuel tank cap is not tightened, there is a risk of fire.
• Use the fuel tank cap with venting for operation and storage.
• Before you start the product, move the product to a minimum of 3 m/10 ft from where you refueled.
• Do not start the product if there is fuel or engine oil on the product. Remove the unwanted fuel and engine oil and let the product dry before you start the engine.
• Examine the engine for leaks regularly. If there are leaks in the fuel system, do not start the engine until the leaks are repaired.
• Do not use your fingers to examine the engine for leaks.
• Keep fuel in approved containers only.
• When the product and fuel is in storage, make sure that fuel and fuel fumes cannot cause damage.
• Drain the fuel in an approved container outdoors and away from sparks and flames.

Safety instructions for maintenance

• Always put the throttle control to stop position (A), before maintenance of the product, Refer to Throttle control on page 11.
• Keep all parts in good condition and make sure that all fixtures are correctly tightened.
• Do not use a product that is defective. Do the safety checks, maintenance and the servicing as given in this manual. All other maintenance work must be done by an approved service agent.
• Stop the product when you replace the diamond tools.
• Do the inspection and/or maintenance with the engine stopped.
• Always let the engine become cool before you do maintenance of the product.
• Make sure to do the do maintenance of the product on stable horizontal ground.
• Do the maintenance to make sure that the product operates correctly. Refer to Maintenance on page13