Husqvarna 521SSR, 521SSE manual Rules for Safe Operation, Operating Symbols and their meanings

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

This manual contains safety information to make you aware of the hazards and risks associated with snow throwers, and how to avoid them.

The snow thrower is designed and intended for removal of snow, and should not be used for any other purpose. It is important that you read and understand these instructions, and anyone operating the equipment read and understand these instructions.

Operating Symbols and their meanings

These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in your operating manual. It is important that you review and understand the meanings. Failure to understand the symbols might result in harm to you.

WARNING

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

A signal word (DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION) is used with the alert symbol to indicate the likelihood and the potential severity of injury. In addition, a hazard symbol may be used to represent the type of hazard.

DANGER indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, might result in minor or moderate injury. CAUTION, when used without the alert symbol, indicates a situation that could result in damage to the equipment.

Hazard Symbols and the meanings

These symbols are used on your equipment and defined in your operating manual. Review and understand the meanings. The use of one of these symbols combined with a signal word will alert you to potential hazards and how to avoid them.

Safety Alert − Identifies safety information about hazards that can result in personal injury.

Operator’s Manual − Read and understand before performing any activity or running equipment.

Rotating auger

 

Fire

Rotating impeller

 

Explosion

 

 

Toxic fumes

 

Shock

Rotating gears

 

Hot Surface

 

 

Never reach into

Thrown objects

 

rotating parts.

Keep a safe distance

 

Recommended ear

 

protection for

 

 

Oil

Fuel

On Off

Primer bulb

Throttle

Choke off

Choke on

Stop

Slow

Fast

Engage

Traction

Auger Collector

Auger Clutch

Drive Clutch

Discharge Chute

Foward

Neutral

Reverse

Ignition On

Ignition Off

Ignition Key

Push to engage electric start

Electric

Start

Engine

Start

Engine Run

Engine Off

Engage

Disengage

Chute Deflector

from the equipment.

extended use.

 

Shut off engine and remove spark plug connector before performing maintenance or repair work.

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Contents 1740274 Operator’s ManualFor Your Records IntroductionRules for Safe Operation Operating Symbols and their meaningsTraining Children Table of Contents Identifying Your Snowthrower Safety DecalsOWNER’S Information Warranty Statement Limited WarrantyHUSQVARNA’S Obligations Under the Warranty Customer Responsibilities Items not Covered by this WarrantyProcedure to Obtain Warranty Consideration Exceptions and LimitationsHOW to Remove the Snow Thrower from the Carton AssemblyParts Bags Contents Tools Required for AssemblyHOW to Install the Chute HOW to Assemble the HandleChecklist Operation Know Your SnowthrowerEngine and Snow Thrower Operating Controls HOW to Move Forward HOW to Stop the SnowthrowerHOW to Control Snow Discharge HOW to Throw SnowHOW to MIX the Fuel Mixture Fuel Mixture Chart mixtureBefore Starting the Engine Switch box HOW to Stop the EngineHOW to Start the Engine HOW to Start a Cold EngineWET Packed Snow HOW to Clear a Clogged Discharge ChuteSnow Throwing Tips DRY and Average SnowLubrication Service RecommendationsService Recommendations After Each USEHOW to Lubricate the Idler ARM Maintenance HOW to Adjust the Belt TensionHOW to Replace the Auger Belt HOW to Free the Auger Cable HOW to Replace the Scraper BladeHOW to Adjust the Chute Crank HOW to Adjust the Auger Control CableIt cannot make contact with the spark plug HOW to Replace the Drive Belt HOW to Replace the Auger To Adjust the Carburetor To Adjust or Replace the Spark PlugThis Spark Ignition System Complies with Canadian ICES-002 Storage OFF Season StorageRemoving the Snowthrower from Storage Problem Look for Remedy Trouble Shooting Chart