Husqvarna 14 Pro manual IV. Service, Travel and transport on public roads, Towing, Intended use

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IV. Service

1.Use extra care in handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapours are explosive.

a)Use only an approved container.

b)Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running. Allow engine to cool before refuelling. Do not smoke.

c)Never refuel the machine indoors.

d)Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, such as in a water heater.

2.Never run a machine inside a closed area.

3.Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade attach- ment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

4.Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

5.Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build-up. Clean up oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.

6.Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

7.Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

8.Grass catcher components are subject to wear, damage and deterioration, which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown.

Frequently check components and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts, when necessary.

9.Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves and use extra caution when servicing them.

10.Check brake operation frequently. Adjust and service as required.

Travel and transport on public roads

Check the relevant road traffic regulations before driving the machine on a public road. If transporting the machine on another vehicle always use ap- proved securing devices and make sure that the machine is securely held.

Towing

If your machine has a hydrostatic transmission you should only tow it very short distances at low speed if absolutely necessary, otherwise the transmission may be damaged.

Intended use

This machine is designed solely for cutting grass on conventional lawns and other cleared and leveled ground without obstacles, as rocks, stumps etc., and, in conjunction with accessories supplied by the manufacturer even for other special tasks for which instructions are delivered with the acces- sory. Use in any other way is considered as con- trary to the intended use. Compliance with and strict adherence to the conditions of operation, service and repair as specified by the manufacturer also constitute essential elements of the intended use.

This machine should be operated, serviced and repaired only by persons who are familiar with its particular characteristics and who are acquainted with the relevant safety procedures.

Accident prevention regulations, all other generally recognised regulations on safety and occupational medicine, and all road traffic regulations must be observed at all times.

Any arbitrary modifications carried out to this machine may relieve the manufacturer of liability for any resulting damage or injury.

Safe operation practices for Ride-On Mowers Before starting cutting operations, train different driving operations on an open ground without people nearby until you feel familiar with handling the equipment. This is particularly important if you have no or little prior experience of driving a vehi- cle.

Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved in a large percentage of riding mower-related injuries. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate the riding mower safely in order to protect themselves and others from serious injury.

Never carry children, even with the blades off. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.

Danger, keep hands and feet away

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