Husqvarna 16 manual Driving on slopes, Proceed as follows

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Driving on slopes

Driving on slopes is one of the operations where the risk of the driver losing control of the machine or of it overturning is the greatest; this can result in serious injury or death. All slopes demand extra care. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you feel unsure, do not mow it.

Proceed as follows:

•Remove obstacles such as stones, branches, etc.

•Mow upwards and downwards, not sideways.

•Do not use the machine on ground that slopes more than 15°.

•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tyres start to slip, stop the blades and drive slowly down the slope.

•Always drive smoothly and slowly on slopes.

•Do not make any sudden changes in speed or direction.

•Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, if necessary, turn slowly and gradually downwards if possible.

•Watch out for and avoid driving over furrows, holes and bumps. It is easier for the machine to overturn on uneven ground. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Drive slowly. Do not turn the wheel sharply. The machine engine-brakes better in low gear.

•Take extra care if any attachments are fitted that can change the stability of the machine.

•Do not mow too close to edges, ditches or banks. The machine can suddenly overturn if one wheel comes over the edge of a steep slope or a ditch, or if an edge gives way.

•Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and tyres can lose their grip so that the machine skids.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

•When cleaning the chassis the machine must never be driven close to an edge or ditch.

•Follow the manufacturer’s recommendations regarding wheel weights or counterbalance weights to increase stability.

6003-004

Mow upwards and downwards on slopes, not sideways.

8010-054

Be especially careful when driving on slopes.

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Contents Rider Svenska Contents Dear customer InstructionTravel and transport on public roads TowingGood service Safety InstructionsSerial number Engine TransmissionExplanation of Symbols General use Safety instructionsKeep children away from the area to be mowed Proceed as follows Driving on slopesChildren MaintenanceDo not smoke when carrying out maintenance Transport Presentation PresentationLocation of the controls Throttle and Choke lever Speed limiterParking brake Lift lever for cutting unit Cutting unitLever for adjustment of cutting height SeatFuelling Driving Starting the engineCold engine Warm engine Driving the machine Cutting tips Release lever Stopping the engineMaintenance schedule MaintenanceDaily Maintenance interval HoursEngine hood Dismantling of the machine hoodsFront hood Right-hand fenderChecking and adjustment of the steering wires Adjusting the brakePoorly adjusted brakes can result in reduced braking power Replacement of the fuel filter Checking and adjustment of the throttle wireReplacing the air filter Do not use compressed air to clean the paper filterProcedures on contact with acid Check the level of the battery acidChecking of the fuel pump’s air filter Ignition systemInspecting the safety system Check the engine’s cooling air intake Checking the tyre pressureInstalling BioClip Fitting the cutting unitObserve caution to avoid trapping your hand Checking the cutting unit’s parallelism Removing the cutting unit Adjusting the parallelism of the cutting unitBelt change on BioClip Replacing the cutting unit belts6016-111 Placing in service position Service position for cutting unit6017-221 6017-222 8009-122 6017-223 Restoring from service position Checking the blades Removal of BioClip plug Combi Replacing the break-pin BioClipLubrication Check the engine’s oil levelChanging the oil Lubricating the belt adjuster Check the transmission’s oil levelGeneral lubrication Problem Procedure Trouble Shooting ScheduleService StorageWinter storage Technical Data EU declaration of conformity Only applies to Europe EU-DECLARATION of ConformityPre-delivery service Servicejournal RiderAfter first 5 hours Work done Date, mileage, stamp, signServicejournal Servicejournal Servicejournal ´+H$¶6k¨ Page 114 00