Husqvarna LE 116P Guide De Référence Rapide page 8

Safety key
The safety key is found below the battery lid. The safety
key is used to connect the battery that supplies the
motor with power.
• Start and stop the motor to do a check of the safety
key.
• If the safety key functions correctly, the motor starts
only when the key is turned to 1.
Motor brake handle
The motor brake handle stops the motor. When the
motor brake handle is released, the motor stops.
• To do a check of the motor brake, start the motor
and then release the motor brake handle. If the
motor does not stop in 3 seconds, let an approved
Husqvarna service agent adjust the motor brake.
Start inhibitor
Do a check of the start inhibitor to make sure that it
prevents operation of the motor.
1. Pull the motor brake handle in the direction of the
handlebar. The start inhibitor stops the movement.
2. Push the start inhibitor out.
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3. Release the start inhibitor and make sure that it goes
back to its initial position.
Battery and battery charger safety
Read the operator's manual for the battery and the
battery charger and make sure that you understand the
instructions before you use the product.
Battery safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Use Husqvarna rechargeable batteries as a power
supply for related Husqvarna products only. To
prevent injury, do not use the battery as a power
supply for other devices.
• Do not use non-rechargeable batteries.
• Risk of electrical shock. Do not connect the battery
terminals to keys, coins, screws or other metal. This
can cause a short circuit of the battery.
• Handle batteries carefully in order not to cause a
short circuit with conducting materials such as rings,
bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor can
overheat and cause burn injuries.
• Do not put objects into the air slots of the battery.
• Keep the battery away from sunlight, heat or open
flame. The battery can explode and cause burns
and/or chemical burns.
• Keep the battery away from rain and wet conditions.
• Keep the battery away from microwaves and high
pressure.
• Do not try to disassemble or break the battery.
• Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released
electrolyte is corrosive and can cause damage to the
eyes or skin. It is poisonous if swallowed.
• If the battery leaks, do not let the liquid touch your
body or eyes. If you have touched the liquid, clean
the area with a large quantity of water and get
medical aid.
• Use the battery in temperatures between -10°C and
40°C.
• Do not clean the battery or the battery charger with
To clean the battery and the battery
water. See
charger on page 15 .
• Do not use a defective or damaged battery.
• Keep batteries in storage away from metal objects
such as nails, coins, jewellery.
Battery charger safety
WARNING: Read the warning instructions
that follow before you use the product.
• Use the QC battery chargers to charge Husqvarna
replacement batteries only.
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