General Safety Precautions - Husqvarna LC48 e Manual De Instrucciones

General safety precautions

• A lawn mower is only designed to mow lawns. The only
accessories you can use with this engine unit are the
cutters we recommend in the Technical data chapter.
• Never use the machine if you are tired, if you have drunk
alcohol, or if you are taking medication that could affect
your vision, your judgement or your co-ordination.
• Keep in mind that the operator is responsible for accidents
or hazards occuring to other people or their property.
WARNING! Running an engine in a confined
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or badly ventilated area can result in death
due to asphyxiation or carbon monoxide
poisoning.
• You must use personal protection whenever you use the
machine. See the instructions under the heading Personal
protection.
• Never use a machine that has been modified in any way
from its original specification.
• Never use any accessories other than those
recommended in this manual. See instructions under the
headings Cutting equipment and Technical data.
WARNING! A faulty cutting attachment may
!
increase the risk of accidents.
• Never use a machine that is faulty. Carry out the checks,
maintenance and service instructions described in this
manual. Some maintenance and service measures must
be carried out by trained and qualified specialists. See
instructions under the heading Maintenance.
• Before use:
1 Check that the engine brake works correctly and is
undamaged. See the instructions under the heading
Checking the braking effect.
2 Check that all handles and controls are undamaged and
free of oil.
3 Check that the muffler is securely attached and not
damaged.
4 Check that all parts of the lawn mower are tightened
correctly and that they are not damaged or missing.
5 Check that the cutter is undamaged and not cracked.
Replace the cutter if necessary.
Starting
WARNING! Long-term inhalation of the
!
engine's exhaust fumes can represent a
health hazard.
• Never start a lawn mower unless the cutters and all covers
are fitted correctly.
• Never start the machine indoors. Exhaust fumes can be
dangerous if inhaled.
• Ensure that the working area is sufficiently illuminated to
create a safe working environment.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Observe your surroundings and make sure that there is no
risk of people or animals coming into contact with the
cutting equipment. The operator is responsible for any
unsafe situations or risks that people and property are
exposed to.
• Place the lawn mower on firm, flat surface and start it.
Make sure that the cutter cannot come into contact with
the ground or other objects.
• Never twist the starter cord around your hand.
See the instructions under the heading Start and stop.
Fuel safety
WARNING! Fuel and fuel vapour are highly
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inflammable. Take care when handling fuel
and engine oil. Bear in mind the risk of fire,
explosion and inhaling fumes.
• Never refuel the machine while the engine is running.
• Always ensure there is adequate ventilation when
refuelling and filling oil.
• Move the machine at least 3 m from the refuelling point
before starting it.
• Never start the machine:
1 If you have spilt fuel or engine oil on the machine. Wipe
off the spill and allow the remaining fuel to evaporate.
2 If you spill fuel or engine oil on yourself or your clothes.
Change your clothes.
3 If the machine is leaking fuel. Check regularly for leaks
from the fuel cap and fuel lines.
Transport and storage
• The fuel and engine oil tanks should be emptied before
longer periods of storage or when transporting the lawn
mower. Ask where you can dispose of surplus fuel and
engine oil at your local petrol station.
• Always store the lawn mower and fuel so that any leakage
or vapours do not risk coming into contact with sparks or
naked flames. For example, electrical machines, electric
motors, relays/switches, boilers, or the like.
• Always store fuel in an approved container designed for
that purpose.
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