Husqvarna IZ 21 manual Safety Instructions, General Operation

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Safety Instructions

These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.

WARNING!

This symbol means that important safety instructions need to be emphasized. It concerns your safety.

IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS CAPABLE OF AMPUTATING HANDS AND FEET AND THROWING OBJECTS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.

General Operation

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before starting.

Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the machine. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blades.

Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

Never carry passengers. The machine is only intended for use by one person.

Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.

Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the blades when crossing gravel surfaces.

Do not operate machine without the entire grass catcher, discharge guard, or other safety devices in place and working

Slow down before turning.

Never leave a running machine unattended. Always turn off blades, set parking brake, stop engine, and remove keys before dismounting.

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Read the operator s manual before starting the machine

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Clear the area of objects before mowing

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Never take passengers

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Contents English Operator´s manualPage Operator S Manual Rider ContentsEnglish-2 Introduction IntroductionManufacturing Number Good ServiceSymbols and Decals Symbols and DecalsXxxxxxx xxxx xxxxxxxx xxx Xxxx xxxxxx Passengers Safety Instructions Safety InstructionsGeneral Operation English-8 Slope Operation Personal Safety EquipmentChildren Maintenance General Maintenance Risk of sparking Transport Customer responsibilities Controls ControlsControl Locations Motion Control Levers Hour Meter Tracking KnobParking Brake Blade switch Ignition SwitchFuses Refueling Seat Locking DeviceSeat Adjustment Lever Fuel Shut Off ValveChoke Control Lifting Lever for the Mower Deck Throttle ControlPump release valves AccessoriesCutting height pedal Tunnel Deck OnlyOperation OperationTraining Starting the Engine Before StartingDisengage the mower blades by depressing the blade switch Press in and turn the ignition key to the start position USE Full Throttle When Mowing To remove cables, reverse order To start an engine with a weak batteryRunning Operating on hills Mowing Tips Stopping the Engine Moving by Hand Maintenance MaintenanceMaintenance Schedule MaintenanceBefore After To clean battery and terminals BatteryReplacing battery Always use protective glasses when handling the batteryIgnition System Checking the Safety System Safety system Checking and Adjusting Throttle Cable Checking and Adjusting the Choke CableChecking the Engine’s Cooling Air Intake Standard air filter Replacing the Air FilterCyclon air filter maintenance Air filter indicator optional Filter replacementChecking the Fuel Pump s Air Filter Replacing the Fuel FilterChecking Tire Pressures Faulty adjustment can cause an accidentChecking the Parking Brake Checking the V-beltsPump belt Checking the BladesBlade attachment Adjusting Cutting Height Adjusting the Mower DeckTo adjust anti-scalp rollers Use protective glasses when cleaning and washing Cleaning and WashingRemoval and installation of caster wheel Caster WheelsLubrication LubricationLubrication Schedule Lubricating the Cables Shaft Bushings and LinkageLubricating in Accordance with the Lubrication Schedule Checking the Oil Level Engine Oil Changing the Engine OilFront Wheel Mount Throttle and Choke Cables, Lever BearingsMower Deck Height Adjuster Front Wheel BearingsDeck belt pulleys Tunnel Deck Only Mower Deck Struts Belt Adjuster, Mower DeckBrake Arms Changing the Oil Filter Trouble Shooting Guide Trouble Shooting GuideProblem Cause English-61 Storage ServiceStorage Winter StorageWiring diagram Wiring DiagramsEngine IZ21C Technical DataManufacturer TransmissionIZ21C Tunnel Deck Combi Deck Accessories Standard HardwareMetric Standard Hardware Conformity Certificates For Model Listed Below Conformity CertificatesBusiness Name & Address Notified BodyService Journal Service JournalDelivery Service Action Date, mtr reading, stamp, signEnglish-69 Hour Service English-71 English-72 English-73 At Least Once Each Year English-75 English-76 Page 2010W19 Original instructions 115 36