Husqvarna WH5218 / 966638603, WH4818 / 966638602 manual Personal Safety Equipment, Slope Operation

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SAFETY

Personal Safety Equipment

WARNING!

When using the machine, approved personal protective equipment (shown in illustrations) shall be used. Personal protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an accident does happen. Ask your retailer for help in choosing the right equipment.

•Make sure first aid equipment is close at hand when using the machine.

•Never use the machine when barefoot. Always wear protective shoes or boots, preferably with steel toe caps.

•Always wear approved protective glasses or a full visor when assembling or driving.

•Always wear gloves when handling the blades.

•Never wear loose clothing that can get caught in moving parts.

•Use ear protectors to avoid damage to hearing.

Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control or machine tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution. If you cannot reverse up the slope or if you feel unsure, do not mow it.

•Mow across slopes (10 degrees maximum), not up and down.

•Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Choose a low ground speed so that you will not have to stop while on the slope.

•Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may lose traction.

•Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If the tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.

•Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction, which could cause the machine to roll over.

•Use extra care while operating machine with grass catchers or other attachments; they can affect the stability of the machine.

•Do not use on steep slopes.

•Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The machine could suddenly roll over if a wheel is over the edge or if the edge caves in.

8011-670

Personal protective equipment

8062-043

Mow side to side, not up and down3

WARNING!

Never use the machine on terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees.

Mow slopes side to side, not up and down. Avoid sudden directional changes.

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Contents Operator Manual All rights reserved Contents Page Congratulations IntroductionGeneral Driving and Transport on Public RoadsManufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and decals General Operation SafetySlope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Safe Handling of Gasoline General Maintenance Transport Control Locations ControlsIgnition Switch Recoil Starter GripDrive Levers Operator Presence Switches Ground Speed ControlChoke Control Tracking Adjustment Throttle ControlNeutral Lock Parking Brake Service MeterBlade Engagement Control OptionalFuel Tank Fuel Shutoff ValveBefore Starting OperationStarting the Engine Speed control in the start position Reverse RunningTracking Operating on HillsMowing Tips Emergency Stop StoppingNormal operating stop Stopping the EngineShut OFF the fuel valve Cutting Height Table Cutting Height AdjustmentCutting Height Table It may be necessary to readjust drive and brake linkagesMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceDaily Maintenance interval Least Hours Once Each Before AfterMaintenance Function Check Safety SystemTire Pressures Deck BeltReplacing belt Cutting Blades Blade replacementHardware CleaningUnder side of rear deck WashingGeneral Lubrication Front Wheel MountFront Wheel Bearings Problem Cause TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Winter Storage ServiceLower Harness Harness Adapter Upper Harness Technical Data WH5218 Engine HEX Head CAP Screws USA requirements CONForMITY CertificatesDelivery Service Service JournalAfter the first 8 hours Hour ServicePerform the 25-hour service At Least Once Each Year Service Journal Page 115 392127R1 09/14/10

WH3616 / 966638601, WH4818 / 966638602, WH5218 / 966638603 specifications

Husqvarna has established itself as a leader in outdoor power equipment, and their range of brushcutters is no exception. Among their most notable models are the WH5218, WH4818, and WH3616, each boasting impressive features, advanced technologies, and robust characteristics suited for various applications.

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