Operation conditions
These conditions are necessary to start the engine:
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The control levers are in the neutral position.
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The parking brake is applied.
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The drive of the blades is disengaged.
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The OPC is pushed down.
The engine must stop in these situations:
•
The parking brake is not applied and the operator
lifts from the seat.
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The drive of the blades is engaged and the
operator lifts from the seat.
Try to start the engine without 1 of the conditions.
Change the conditions and try again. Do this check
daily.
Parking brake
WARNING:
does not work, the product can start to
move and cause injury or damage. Make
sure that the parking brake is regularly
examined and adjusted.
Refer to .
Muffler
WARNING:
if the muffler is missing or damaged.
A muffler that is damaged or missing
increases the noise level and the risk of
fire.
The muffler keeps the noise levels to a minimum and
sends the exhaust fumes away from the operator.
Examine the muffler regularly to make sure that it is
attached correctly and not damaged.
WARNING:
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.
Spark arrestor
This product has an internal-combustion engine. Do
not use the product near vegetation without a spark
arrestor that is approved by local or state laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands.
A spark arrestor for the muffler is available through
your approved Husqvarna dealer.
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If the parking brake
Do not use the product
The muffler becomes
Protective covers
Missing or damaged protective covers increase the
risk of injury on moving parts and hot surfaces. Do
a check of the protective covers before you operate
the product. Make sure that the protective covers are
correctly attached and do not have cracks or other
damages. Replace damaged covers.
Fuel safety
WARNING:
instructions that follow before you use
the product.
WARNING:
is very flammable, and can cause injury
and damage to property.
•
Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other
sources of ignition.
•
Use only an approved fuel container.
•
Do not remove fuel cap or add fuel with the
engine running or while hot.
•
Do not refuel indoors or in enclosed spaces.
•
Do not store the product or fuel container, or
refuel, where there is an open flame, spark, or
pilot light such as on a water heater or other
appliance.
•
If fuel is spilled, do not attempt to start the engine
and avoid creating any source of ignition until
fuel vapors have dissipated.
•
To help prevent fires: keep product free of grass,
leaves, or other debris build up; clean up oil or
fuel spillage and remove any fuel soaked debris;
allow product to cool before storing.
•
Use extra care in handling gasoline and other
fuels. They are flammable and vapors are
explosive.
•
Gasoline and gasoline fumes are poisonous
and very flammable. Be careful with gasoline to
prevent injury or fire.
•
Let the engine become cool before you refuel.
•
Do not fill fuel near sparks or naked flames.
•
If there are leaks in the fuel system, do not start
the engine until the leaks are repaired.
•
Do not fill above recommended fuel level. The
heat from the engine and the sun makes the fuel
expand and the fuel overflows if the tank is filled
too much.
•
Store the product and fuel in such a way that
there is no risk that fuel leaks or fumes can
cause damage.
Transport safety
•
Use an approved transport vehicle for
transportation of the product.
•
A markets national or local regulations can set
limit to the transportation of the product.
Read the warning
Be careful with fuel. It
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